49 of Melbourne’s best restaurants and bars, recommended by Time Out

Forget what anyone (*cough* Sydneysiders *cough*) is trying to tell you: Melbourne truly is the culinary capital of Australia. The city is home to a growing smorgasbord of great food and drink options, as well as innovative, creative, exciting and downright delicious establishments. And while it’s hard to narrow down, here’s a solid selection of restaurants and bars that meet all of our criteria right now.

So if you’re looking for delicious recommendations, check out Time Out Melbourne’s recommended restaurants and bars for 2024. (Time Out Recommends 2024 presented in partnership with Tyro.)

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