Whether you’re craving modern Australian flavours, authentic Italian cuisine, or perfectly cooked steaks, Melbourne’s south east has become a go-to destination for food lovers. The area is filled with restaurants delivering exceptional dining experiences across every style and budget.
One venue that truly stands out is Meat Flour Wine, regarded as the best restaurant in Melbourne’s south east for its premium dishes and welcoming dining experience. Discover more of the region’s top restaurants in our guide below.
Meat Flour Wine
MFW combines classic Italian influence with a modern restaurant setting that feels warm, lively, and welcoming from the moment guests arrive. Operated by a family with a strong focus on hospitality, the restaurant has created a space where people can enjoy quality food, good wine, and genuine service in a relaxed environment.
The menu is built around bold flavours, fresh produce, and dishes designed to bring people together. Guests can expect freshly prepared pasta, expertly grilled meats, share-style plates, and a drinks selection chosen to complement the food menu. The kitchen focuses on consistency, flavour, and presentation while keeping the dining experience approachable and enjoyable.
Meat Flour Wine has become a popular destination for locals seeking a dependable restaurant for everyday dining and special occasions alike. The venue caters to couples, families, business groups, and larger celebrations, offering flexible dining spaces and attentive service throughout lunch and dinner service.
Alongside dine-in experiences, MFW provides private event hosting, online ordering, loyalty rewards, and convenient table reservations.
Core Service Offerings:
- Italian restaurant dining
- Fresh handmade pasta
- Premium grilled meats
- Share-style dining plates
- Lunch and dinner service
- Family-friendly dining
- Group dining bookings
- Date night dining
- Private functions and celebrations
- Birthday and milestone events
- Corporate lunches and dinners
- Curated wine menu
- Cocktails and drinks
- Online takeaway ordering
- Table reservations
- Loyalty rewards membership
- Gift vouchers
Phone: 03 7066 8800
Website: https://meatflourwine.com.au/
The Rifle Club
The Rifle Club is a modern restaurant and bar in Elsternwick offering quality food, drinks, boozy brunch events, and private functions in a relaxed social setting.
The Rifle Club brings together casual dining, good service, and a welcoming atmosphere for locals and visitors looking to enjoy lunch, dinner, drinks, or group celebrations. Located on Glenhuntly Road in Elsternwick, the venue offers a comfortable space for date nights, catch-ups, birthdays, and special occasions.
The team at The Rifle Club focuses on creating an enjoyable dining experience with quality meals, attentive service, and a friendly environment. Guests can enjoy dine-in service, takeaway meals, curated drinks, and regular social events including popular boozy brunch sessions.
Core Service Offerings:
- Restaurant dining
- Bar and drinks service
- Boozy brunch events
- Private functions
- Group bookings
- Birthday celebrations
- Corporate and business events
- Takeaway meals
- Social dining experiences
- Cocktail and wine service
- Long lunches
- Date night dining
Phone: 8595 2016
Website:https://therifleclub.com.au/
San Lorenzo
San Lorenzo is a restaurant and function venue in Scoresby, offering quality dining, weddings, private events, and catering services across Melbourne’s eastern suburbs.
San Lorenzo is a family-run restaurant in Scoresby with a strong focus on quality food, welcoming service, and memorable event experiences. The venue combines modern dining with warm hospitality, making it a popular choice for casual meals, wedding receptions, corporate functions, and private celebrations.
The team at San Lorenzo is known for creating a relaxed and enjoyable atmosphere where guests can enjoy fresh meals, attentive service, and well-presented event spaces. The restaurant caters to couples, families, local businesses, and groups looking for a trusted venue in Melbourne’s eastern suburbs.
San Lorenzo also offers flexible function packages and catering services for both small gatherings and large events.
Core Service Offerings:
- Restaurant dining
- Café dining
- Lunch service
- Dinner service
- Wedding receptions
- Wedding venue hire
- Engagement parties
- Birthday celebrations
- Corporate functions
- Christmas parties
- Private functions
- Function room hire
- Event venue hire
- Catering services
- Corporate catering
- Group dining
- Special event hosting
- Gift vouchers
Email: info@sanlorenzorestaurant.com.au
Phone: 03 9764 8357
Website:https://sanlorenzorestaurant.com.au/
Sri Ananda Bhavan
Sri Ananda Bhavan is a South Indian restaurant in Melbourne CBD, serving authentic dosas, traditional thali meals, Indo Chinese dishes, and South Indian filter coffee.
The team follows the traditional value of “Athithi Devo Bhava”, meaning “The guest is equivalent to God”. This belief shapes the service experience and commitment to customer satisfaction. Meals are prepared using time-tested cooking methods that reflect the rich food culture of South India.
Customers visit Sri Ananda Bhavan for authentic South Indian dishes, including dosas, idlis, sambar, chutneys, and traditional thali meals. The restaurant also offers Indo Chinese and chaat options, giving customers a wider variety of Indian flavours to enjoy. Many dishes are suitable for vegan diners.
Sri Ananda Bhavan provides dine-in, takeaway, delivery, and catering services for weddings, birthdays, office events, family gatherings, and community functions. The team focuses on consistent food quality, friendly service, and creating a comfortable dining environment for every guest.
Core Service Offerings:
- South Indian restaurant dining
- Dosa specials
- Traditional thali meals
- Kalyanasappadu meals
- Idli and sambar dishes
- Indo Chinese cuisine
- Indian chaat
- South Indian filter coffee
- Vegan-friendly meals
- Lunch and dinner dining
- Takeaway and food delivery
- Catering services
- Wedding catering
- Corporate catering
- Birthday and private event catering
- Group and family dining
Email: ajetraders.cbd@gmail.com
Phone: 0482089999
Website:https://melbourne.anandabhavan.com.au/
Comma
Comma Food & Wine is a modern restaurant and wine bar in Moorabbin, serving hibachi-grilled steak, shared plates, seasonal pasta, and curated wines.
Comma Food & Wine offers a relaxed dining experience focused on quality food, good drinks, and welcoming service. Located on Station Street in Moorabbin, the venue brings together modern Australian dining with Japanese and Asian-inspired flavours in a warm neighbourhood setting.
The restaurant is known for its shared dining menu, coal fire steak nights, pasta specials, and carefully selected wine list. Guests visit Comma for casual dinners, date nights, group bookings, celebrations, and private events.
Comma Food & Wine has built a strong local reputation for friendly hospitality, quality dining, and consistent service. The venue has also received recognition in The Age Good Food Guide with a One Hat award.
Core Service Offerings:
- Modern Australian dining
- Wine bar service
- Hibachi-grilled steak
- Shared dining plates
- Seasonal pasta and gnocchi
- Coal fire steak nights
- Group dining
- Private dining
- Function bookings
- Birthday celebrations
- Corporate dinners
- Date night dining
- Curated wine list
- Cocktail service
- Dessert menu
- Venue hire
- Local restaurant dining
Phone: 03 7018 3249
Website:https://www.wearecomma.com.au/
Pink Ginger JP
Pink Ginger JP is a Japanese restaurant in South Yarra serving fresh sushi, sashimi, donburi, charcoal-grilled dishes, and classic Japanese favourites in a relaxed local setting.
Pink Ginger JP brings authentic Japanese dining to Murphy Street in South Yarra with a menu focused on fresh ingredients, balanced flavours, and approachable meals. The restaurant combines traditional Japanese cooking with modern presentation, offering a comfortable space for casual lunches, dinners, takeaway meals, and group dining.
Pink Ginger JP is known for its friendly service, relaxed atmosphere, and reliable dining experience. The venue caters to locals, couples, families, and visitors looking for authentic Japanese food in South Yarra. With dine-in, takeaway, outdoor seating, and private dining options available, the restaurant provides a welcoming environment for both casual meals and special occasions.
The restaurant also offers vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free options to suit different dietary needs.
Core Service Offerings:
- Japanese restaurant dining
- Sushi rolls
- Sashimi
- Donburi rice bowls
- Japanese noodle dishes
- Charcoal-grilled dishes
- Wagyu beef dishes
- Japanese curry
- Izakaya-style small plates
- Vegetarian options
- Vegan options
- Gluten-free options
- Takeaway meals
- Lunch service
- Dinner service
- Outdoor dining
- Private dining
- Group dining
- Casual dining experiences
Phone: (03) 9867 2471
Website:https://www.opentable.com.au/r/pink-ginger-jp-south-yarra
O.MY RESTAURANT
O.MY Restaurant is a modern Australian fine dining restaurant in Melbourne, known for seasonal tasting menus, fresh local produce, and thoughtful dining experiences.
O.MY Restaurant delivers a refined dining experience that focuses on seasonal ingredients, modern Australian cooking, and attentive service. The restaurant creates menus that reflect local produce availability while offering guests a relaxed and welcoming atmosphere for special occasions, date nights, and long-form dining experiences.
The restaurant is recognised for its commitment to quality ingredients, carefully prepared dishes, and consistent customer service. The team focuses on creating a memorable dining experience through balanced flavours, professional presentation, and personalised hospitality.
Core Service Offerings:
- Modern Australian fine dining
- Seasonal tasting menus
- Multi-course dining experiences
- Local produce-focused menus
- Chef-curated dining
- Date night dining
- Special occasion dining
- Private dining experiences
- Wine pairing experiences
- Sustainable dining practices
- Fine dining reservations
- Group dining experiences
- Contemporary Australian cuisine
- Hospitality and table service
Website: https://www.opentable.com.au/
KENTARO
Kentaro is a fine dining Japanese restaurant in Melbourne CBD, offering a refined omakase experience guided by seasonal ingredients and Chef Ken’s creativity.
At Kentaro, every omakase experience is created at the moment. Chef Ken prepares each course based on the freshest seasonal produce and seafood available on the day. The restaurant follows the traditional Japanese “trust the chef” dining style, allowing guests to enjoy a personalised culinary journey with balanced flavours, elegant presentation, and thoughtful pacing.
The restaurant combines Japanese precision with modern fine dining standards to create a sophisticated experience from start to finish. Guests can expect carefully plated dishes, attentive service, and a welcoming environment suited for date nights, celebrations, and memorable evenings in Melbourne CBD.
Kentaro also places strong importance on ingredient quality and consistency. Premium seafood, fresh produce, and carefully selected components are used to create dishes that reflect both authenticity and creativity. The restaurant’s modern interior and intimate seating further support a relaxed and elevated dining experience.
With a focus on quality food, personalised service, and authentic Japanese dining traditions, Kentaro continues to build its reputation as a trusted fine dining destination in Melbourne.
Core Service Offerings:
- Japanese omakase dining
- Fine dining experiences
- Seasonal tasting menus
- Chef-selected degustation courses
- Premium seafood dishes
- Japanese fine dining
- Intimate dining experiences
- Date night dining
- Celebration dining
- Modern Japanese cuisine
- Melbourne CBD restaurant dining
- Reservation dining experiences
Website:https://www.kentaro.com.au/
Bottarga
Bottarga is an award-winning restaurant in Brighton, serving modern Italian-inspired dining with Asian influence and premium Australian produce.
Bottarga is a Bayside restaurant built on flavour, hospitality, and connection. Located on Bay Street in Brighton, the restaurant brings together Italian tradition, modern Australian cooking, and Asian flavour influence in a refined dining setting.
The restaurant was founded by a hard-working immigrant family and has grown into one of Brighton’s most recognised dining destinations. After four years on Martin Street, Bottarga moved to its new Bay Street location to continue evolving its dining experience while staying true to its values of care, consistency, and quality.
Core Service Offerings:
- Modern Italian dining
- Contemporary Australian cuisine
- Asian-inspired dishes
- Seasonal dinner menu
- Shared dining experiences
- Housemade pasta and sauces
- Open kitchen dining
- Curated wine list
- Private dining and events
- Group bookings
- Gift vouchers
- Fine dining experiences
- Local produce-focused menus
- Date night dining
- Special occasion dining
Website:https://www.bottarga.com.au/
Farmer’s Daughters
Farmer’s Daughters is a premium farm-to-table dining venue in Melbourne CBD, showcasing Gippsland produce through seasonal dining, rooftop drinks, and regional Victorian hospitality.
Located on Exhibition Street, Farmer’s Daughters brings together a deli, restaurant, rooftop, and wine house across multiple levels. The venue celebrates the connection between regional farmers, local producers, and Melbourne diners through fresh ingredients, quality service, and a welcoming dining experience.
Farmer’s Daughters works closely with Gippsland growers, winemakers, and producers to deliver seasonal menus built around Victorian produce. Each space offers a different experience, from casual lunches and rooftop drinks to private dining and group celebrations.
Core Service Offerings:
- Farm-to-table dining
- Seasonal Victorian menus
- Gippsland produce dining
- Restaurant dining
- Rooftop bar and dining
- Wine house dining
- Casual deli dining
- Coffee and takeaway service
- Lunch and dinner bookings
- Private dining rooms
- Functions and events
- Group dining
- Corporate functions
- Celebration dining
- Wine and beverage service
- Gift vouchers
Email: info@farmersdaughters.com.au
Phone: +61 3 9116 8682
Website:https://www.farmersdaughters.com.au/
