Hats off to our chef hatted restaurants for 2024
The Age Good Food Guide has announced their Chef Hat Award winners for 2024 and, unsurprisingly, there are a number of locals that have made the list.
From iconic, foodie establishments to new favourites fascinating our senses, check out the local hat-winning restaurants for 2024 below.
Attica
(Two hats awarded for 2024).
A world famous dining experience, created with beautiful, rare and unique incredients, bound to leave the most delicious of lingering tastes.
Open for dinner Tuesday to Saturday.
WHERE: 74 Glen Eira Road, Ripponlea, VIC 3185
Donovans
(One hat awarded for 2024).
St Kilda's favourite 'house on the beach' serving delicious Mediterranean inspired food in a place to call home.
Open for lunch and dinner Wednesday to Sunday.
WHERE: 40 Jacka Boulevard, St Kilda, VIC 3182
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Pipis Kiosk
(One hat awarded for 2024).
A contemporary Australian kiosk, offering elegant bistro dining, delicate flavours and welcoming hospitality, right on the bay.
Open for lunch Thursday to Sunday and dinner Wednesday to Saturday.
WHERE: 129A Beaconsfield Parade, Albert Park, VIC 3206
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Pretty Little
(New to the list! One hat awarded for 2024).
Fresh, locally sourced ingredients inspire an ever changing seasonal menu, enjoyed with friends (both known and new) at the long communal table.
Open for dinner Wednesday to Saturday.
WHERE: 296 Carlisle Street, Balaclava, VIC 3183
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Prince Dining Room
(New to the list! One hat awarded for 2024).
Get ready to 'explore the freshest menu this side of the Aegean'. Set sail on an exquisite dining adventure, perfectly curated for the seasons.
Open for lunch Friday to Sunday and dinner Wednesday to Saturday.
WHERE: 2 Acland Street, St Kilda, VIC 3182
Stokehouse
(One hat awarded for 2024).
Unparalleled views of Port Phillip Bay, set the scene for a sumptuous, 'beach luxe' dining experience at this iconic St Kilda establishment.
Open for lunch and dinner Monday to Sunday.
WHERE: 30 Jacka Boulevard, St Kilda, VIC 3182
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Tulum
(One hat awarded for 2024).
Tulum has fast become a favourite destination for those looking to explore the very best in modern Turkish dining and inspired new flavours.
Open for Lunch on Saturday and dinner Tuesday to Sauturday.
WHERE: 217 Carlisle Street, Balaclava, VIC 3182