Look, Surfer’s Paradise is hardly known for its quality dining, so calling Palette the best restaurant in the area doesn’t necessarily mean much. But Palette is genuinely good; at the risk of…
Special Mention
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Dinner at Nana Thai was three attempts in the making. The first week I decided I didn’t want to line up outside in the sleety rain, and the second week I caught…
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I was more than a little sceptical when multiple online publications claimed that Sogumm did Korean food like nowhere else in Melbourne. But intrigued the owners/chefs’ dual fine-dining pedigrees and training in…
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American, Burgers, Cheapie Lunch (Under $25), Diner, Fast Food, Melbourne CBD, Special Mention
Butcher’s Diner
Butcher’s Diner used to be a 24-hour eatery, which became untenable post-COVID, as many wonderful hospitality things did. However, they are still open until the wee hours of the morning, and in…
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Please do not come to Chef Wong. It is very good and I would like to keep it to myself thanks. Located in a very unassuming strip of shops deep in the…
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Asian, Cheapie Lunch (Under $25), Chinese, Hidden Gems, Special Mention, West Melbourne
Sanhe Congee
Sanhe Congee does the best congee in town, I’m calling it. They have so many amazing-sounding options – Pork! Chicken! Seafood! Vegetarian! Sweet! – it’s almost impossible to decide. And it’s not…






