The 2022 delicious.100 recently released their top 100 restaurants in Victoria and we were delighted to see a number of our fair neighbourhood restaurants make the list! Pour a glass of wine and plan your next dining adventure, exploring some of the best restaurants in our own backyard.

#3 Tulum

As well as placing #3 in the Delicious 100 Awards, this exceptional modern Turkish fine diner received the top award for Best Value. Right in the heart of Balaclava, this is an exciting and inviting food experience brought to life by head chef, Coskun Uysal, partner Kemal Barut (Lezzet) and a dedicated team that continue to serve their loyal patrons and those looking for a little slice of modern Turkish cuisine.

WHERE: 217 Carlisle Street, Balaclava.

tulumrestaurant.com.au | Image provided by Tulum.

#4 Attica

A regular feature of many best restaurant lists, Attica is a must for all foodies who crave adventurous Australian cuisine. Known for his creative use of Indigenous ingredients, chef Ben Shrewry is back creating approachable, delicious and quirky dishes. Bookings are released at 9 am Melbourne Time each day for 3 calendar months ahead. They regularly book out so you need to get in quick! This is fine dining without the pomp.

WHERE: 74 Glen Eira Road, Ripponlea 

attica.com.au | Image by Colin Page.

#34 Stokehouse

Along the esplanade and overlooking the water, you’ll find Stokehouse St Kilda Beach. Combining laid-back charm with a vibrant atmosphere, this iconic restaurant lets you escape the everyday with unparalleled views of the bay and an award-winning food and wine offer, with exceptional service. On top of their unwavering commitment to quality food, beverage and service, Stokehouse has a true dedication to sustainability and has been awarded a 5-Star ‘Australian Excellence’ Green Star Design & As Built Rating, a fine-dining first in Victoria.

WHERE: 30 Jacka Boulevard, St Kilda

stokehouse.com.au/melbourne | Image by Kristoff Paulsen

#58 Bellota

A casual, friendly atmosphere is at the heart of Bellota. Nestled next to Australia’s leading independent wine store, the Prince Wine Store, Bellota makes full use of the massive selection on offer from its sister business, to showcase the great wines of the world alongside beautifully executed food.

WHERE: 181 Bank Street, South Melbourne

bellota.com.au/ | Image sourced from Bellota.

#59 Park Street Pasta & Wine

Park Street Pasta & Wine, located in a historic corner building at 268 Park Street, South Melbourne, is a friendly neighbourhood pasta & wine bar from Chef Angus Cadden and Restaurateur Alex Ghaddab. With handmade pasta, a seasonal menu inspired by the 20 regions of Italy and a selection of Italian, international and local wines, this is South Melbourne’s friendly neighbourhood osteria.

WHERE: 268 Park Street, Sout Melbourne

parkstreetpasta.com.au | Image sourced from Park Street Pasta & Wine.

#64 LOTI

Celebrating the best of Australia’s own coastal surroundings, LOTI infuses this with Mediterranean influence and an atmosphere of relaxed luxury and local community that is distinctly Melbourne. With a menu inspired by nature and the coastline, this is the perfect place for a quiet cocktail overlooking the waves or destination dining for locals and visitors, friends and family.

WHERE: 14-16 The Esplanade, St Kilda

lotistkilda.com.au | Image sourced from LOTI.

#70 Lume

Lume offers the best in modern international dining. Their menu is inspired by Australian seasonal produce and caters to a variety of dietary requirements. Paired with selection of wines handpicked by their in-house sommelier, this is fine dining in a warm, delicious environment.

WHERE: 226 Coventry St, South Melbourne

restaurantlume.com.au | Image sourced from Lume.

#77 Anchor

Anchor Restaurant has always prided itself on creating beautiful dishes based on quality produce sourced by their expert purveyors. It’s a concept that the team feels passionately about, and something they want diners to continue to experience through their exciting Modern Australian menu.

WHERE: 133 Ormond Rd, Elwood

anchorelwood.com.au | Image provided Anchor.

#78 JAMES

JAMES is a neighbourhood dining room located on iconic Clarendon Street in South Melbourne. The menu is unique and playful, celebrating all that Australian food has to offer with a distinctly Korean influence. Paired with an elegant wine selection, this is a moody, approachable fine-dining experience.

WHERE: 323 Clarendon St, South Melbourne

jamessouthmelbourne.com.au | Image sourced from JAMES.

#86 Moonhouse

Moonhouse is a Chinese-inspired bistro that honours traditional Cantonese soul while flirting with fresh flavours. Located in an iconic, art-deco building right in the heart of Balaclava, the building is a perfect representation of Moonhouse’s approach to it’s dining experience, blending the modern with romance, tradition, and sophistication.

 WHERE: 282 Carlisle St, Balaclava

moonhouse.com.au | Image by Parker Blain.

There are many more exceptional restaurants, bars and cafes to discover in our nieghbourhoods, so get out there, explore and let us know if there is one that should be on future lists.