Espresso does not receive payment for recommending any of the below enterprises. These are the genuine recommendations of Espresso staff.
Asian focused small plates by famous Melbourne chef, Andrew McConnell.
Golden Fields is one of Melbournes most critically acclaimed restaurants.
157 Fitzroy St, St Kilda
(03) 9525 4488
Traditional Italian style pizza.
Best pizza in Melbourne.
162 Greville St, Prahran
(03) 951 2233
Traditional Italian style pizza.
Also the best pizza in Melbourne.
231 Barkly St, St Kilda
(03) 9593 6033
A very personal showcase of Vietnamese Cuisine. A rich and diverse cuisine that exhibits a wonderfully intoxicating combination of the raw and the cooked, the hot and the cold, the sweet and sour. Light, fresh and healthy, dishes to be savoured and dishes to be shared.
133 Ormond rd, Elwood.
(03) 9531 4900
Tapas menu/wine bar.
Great decor and friendly wait staff.
Fantastic cocktails and excellent wine list. Order the Saganaki and dont forget to try an Espresso Martini.
16 Fitzroy St, St Kilda
(03) 9525 5847
You get a lot of things at Blue Tongue – places to sit (footpath, courtyard, bar, table), things to eat (breakfast, lunch, dinner, specials) and hours to be there. Great wine list and attentive, professional staff. Make sure you check the specials board for daily delights and modern Australian dishes. Come early. It gets busy from 9pm onwards
2 Ormond Rd, Elwood
(03) 9531 3011
This wine bar has an old world charm coupled with a modern design. Seriously delicious Italian cuisine. Being a wine bar, of course, you can expect an excellent selection of vino and unbelievably good service. Even their herb bread is baked fresh on site and is to die for!
137 Carlisle St, Balaclava
(03) 9531 3222
This restaurant/bar serves modern and unique Japanese dishes, all designed for sharing. An extensive sake, wine and beer list is on offer and you can sit at a table or enjoy your meal up at the bar. Try the soft shell crab and Nasu Dengaku.
277 Carlisle St, Balaclava
(03) 9525 8886
The Ultimate Venue for Weddings, Engagements and Birthdays. Located amongst the palm trees in St Kildas`s iconic Fitzroy Street and overlooking the beautiful Catani Gardens and Port Phillip Bay, this institution (formerly known as ‘The Street Cafe’) welcomes you to enjoy a culinary delight or a relaxing drink whilst soaking up the atmosphere of what is SugarReef. With floor to ceiling sliding glass doors that open the room up on warmer evenings, hardwood floors throughout and menus boasting the best of contemporary Australian cuisine….simply perfect!
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(valid until 31st October 2012)
23 Fitzroy St
St Kilda, Melbourne 3182
(03) 9525 4655
Yes its expensive, but Attica is a 3 hat restaurant and ranked at 21 in the worlds best restaurants by the distinguished S. Pellegrino listings. Go for the whole experience and linger over the innovative menu with superb quality food that will tantalise and challenge your tastebuds. Excellent service for both food and wine. Attica also has a great value degustation menu.
76 Glen Eira Road, Ripponlea
(03) 9530 0111
This place is always bustling and is open all day for breakfast and lunch. Try the famous tuna salad or one of the specials, like the Risotto of the day. Excellent service and great coffee.
Shop 2/13. Carre Street, Elsternwick
(03) 9528 6440
Batch serves breakfast – everything from Coco Pops to baked brioche toasted with honeyed ricotta – and now they open for dinner one night a week. Possibly the best coffee in Melbourne.
320 Carlisle St, Balaclava
(03) 9530 3550
The menu is as diverse as its clientele. Perfect for breakfast and catering to the post-morning crowd with a lunch and dinner menu that features share plates, burgers and Italian fare, with wok-tossed Asian vegetables thrown in for good measure.
133 Chapel St, Windsor
(03) 9529 1198
This place is always bustling and is open all day. Try the haloumi salad at lunch time or one of the specials, like the Risotto of the day. Excellent service and delicious vanilla chai latte.
436 Glenhuntly Rd, Elsternwick
(03) 9532 4455
Epitomises Melbourne cafe culture. Great coffee, great food, great atmosphere … a great place to start the day ..
Rear, 280 Carlisle St, Balaclava, 3183
(03) 9593 8280
Fantastic food, great menu and service
239 Bambra Road
Caulfield South 3162 info@fresscafe.com.au
9523 7377
Situated next to Caulfield Park, this recently renovated cafe is a perfect place to refuel.
Great coffee, delicious food with daily specials and a secluded courtyard. What else do you need?
Upstairs the delightful Tea Room serves traditional high teas including champagne,sandwiches and divine cakes. Bookings essential.
215 Balaclava Rd, Caulfield
(03) 9527 6677
This is probably the most famous pub in Melbourne. Its old school and and has awesome views over the Bay. Its the kind of place that has everything you need under the one roof. There are pool tables, a restaurant, two band rooms and loads of booths. Great on a Sunday afternoon.
11 The Esplanade, St Kilda
(03) 9534 0211
New owners have recently renovated this pub with a modern, upmarket feel. The rooftop bar is a must in summer time and the food and drinks are top notch. Great on a Saturday night.
109 Barkly Street, St Kilda
(03) 9525 3371
Situated in the back streets of Windsor, you cant miss this bright green establishment with pink elephants on the roof. Fabulous, tiki themed beer garden, main bar and cosy dining room with well priced, high quality food. Order the crinkle cut chips!
89 Albert St, Windsor
(03) 9525 0239
This newly refurbished hotel offers great food and and drinks in gorgeous surrounds. Try the house made pasta or wood fired oven dishes. There are also 40 beers on tap available and hundreds of labels of wines to choose from.
10 Brighton Road, St Kilda
(03) 9531 1542
This hotel is steeped in history and has something to offer everyone. Tuesday nights are steak night so get there early! Spend a sunny afternoon in the beer garden, or have a cold beer sitting out the front. Big sporting event on? Watch it on one of the many plasma screens, or have a flutter in the TAB.
202 Barkly St, St Kilda
(03) 9534 2200
Soak up the casual ambience of the South Seas with a drink and tasty snack, surrounded by some genuinely odd memorabilia. At this funky little bar depending on the time of day, you can get anything you want, from quiet afternoons to packed comedy nights and suave cocktail soirees.
164A Tennyson St, Elwood
(03) 9531 8503
If you like a crowd this is the place to be on sunny weekend afternoons when tables are pushed aside to make way for the DJ. Weeknights are a lot more civilised with great live music, yummy tapas and a carefully selected wine list. Wide-ranging beer selection too!
71a Acland St, St Kilda
(03) 9534 1942
In winter kick back in front of the Mansfield stone fireplace and soak up the afternoon sun filtering through the blinds. In summer, this is the best spot to marvel at the spectacular sunset across the bay. The bar carries an expansive range of local and imported wines and beers, and a sensational cocktail list.
42b Marine Parade, Elwood
(03) 9537 2224
This Moroccan-inspired oasis is where laid back locals drop in for a quick drink or settle in for a long night of wine, cocktails and bar food. The decor is plush like a decadent Bedouin tent. Check out open Mic nights on Thursdays from 9pm.
268 Carlisle St, Balaclava
(03) 9537 0511
Situated directly next door to Claypots Seafood Restaurant (which is also a must) we recommend Wednesday nights for the great music and fabulous crowd. Order a drink and the oysters natural, sit at the bar and enjoy the ambience.
213 Barkly St, St Kilda
(03) 9534 1282
Lucky Coq has grown into a local favorite, with the emphasis being on comfort, value and entertainment. The famous pizzas take centre stage every lunch and dinner, and with a $4 price tag its hard to resist. Entertainment is a real focal point at Lucky Coq, each night being different. On any given night you can find free table tennis, free pool table, movie nights, BBQs, live bands and djs.
Corner Chapel Street & High Street Windsor
Melbourne
(03) 9525 1288
A St Kilda institution. A stalwart in the changing face of St Kilda. Local and artist hangout offers value for money with wine bar, restaurant, and arts hub. Laid back atmosphere with nightly music and monthly arts shows, circus arts, cabaret and more. Open all hours including breakfast.
Mediterranean inspired menu offers good value for money
56 Acland Street, St.Kilda
(03) 8534 3030
Delicious, great value, fresh Thai food. Please see menu.
277 Glenhuntly Rd, Elsternwick
(03) 9528 3885
Aromatic, tasty Indian cuisine.
152 Tennyson Street Elwood
(03) 9537 7523
Gourmet, wood fire oven pizza.
60 Acland St, St Kilda
(03) 9534 7346
Traditional, quality Chinese food.
288 Clarendon St, South Melbourne
(03) 9696 2888
One of Melbourne’s finest food precincts. It is also a long-time favourite of Melbournians and tourists alike because of its famous cakes shops. It is now the number one stop for backpackers because of the busy cafes and close proximity to St Kilda’s beaches
Acland St, St Kilda
Down this beautiful tree lined shopping strip you will be spoilt for choice with numerous cafes, bars and boutique shops that will cater to all your needs. Visit Zartowa for lunch or drop in at Shoobar for a spot of shoe shopping.
Ormond Rd, Elwood
Discover a mix of old world charm and funky modern cafes. This is a blend of European delicatesens and coffee shops galore. You will never get tired of watching the unique array of people hanging out down Carlisle St. Plenty of fresh food to buy too.
Carlisle St, Balaclava
Take a wander down here between Kooyong Rd and Nepean Highway. Lots of clothes shopping for the ladies, computers and gadgets for the men and plenty of cafes to cater for the children. Theres even a cinema if you turn down Gordon St.
Glenhuntly Rd, Elsternwick
Aladdins cave had nothing on Habibi! Packed full of fabulous Moroccan wares, the stunning jewellery, spectacular lights, gorgeous home wares and textiles makes the shop a delight to browse.
629 Glenhuntly Rd, Elsternwick.
(03)99437585
While the rest of the city goes about its business, here is a place known for the good things in life. You will find fashion, food, entertainment and style. Home to Melbournes cutting edge fashion and designer stores, much loved by super-models and celebrities. You will also discover lounge bars, clubs, lively cafes and great restaurants.
Chapel St, Windsor
Almost every major city has a thoroughfare like Greville Street. And those that don’t, ought to look at getting one as a matter of urgency.
Prahran’s famous street has long been a stalwart of independent fashion, sprinkled as it is with unusual boutiques, individualistic cafes, variegated restaurants, a couple of specialist music stores and a number of “groovy baby” bars.
If you like being amongst the quirky and dressing with individuality then you simply must spend hours walking up and down this street. Situated off Chapel St.
Greville St
Smith Street is the junction between Collingwood and Fitzroy. The street is well known for its colourful vibrancy and it is an urban melting pot. Often sought after as a film location for its diverse offerings, it is a favorite destination of Melburnians in the know.
You will find from factory outlets to quirky shopping experiences and items you can get nowhere else. Its bars and nightlife are notorious haunts for trend setters. Its food brings people from all walks of life with a history and longevity of several generations.
To get the look, live the life style you will find it all on Smith Street.
Just as Paris Champs Esylees colourful history adds to its appeal and charm, so too Smith Streets melding of social and cultural related history has produced an array of individual gems and stories waiting to be discovered …
You don’t come to Smith Street to be the same as everyone else, you come to Smith Street to stand out.
If you were after one area of Melbourne that best reflects the city’s soul, it could be Brunswick Street, Fitzroy. This cafe and food precinct bordering on the CBD is very much like Melbourne in that it is tolerant and accommodating of all types of people. Here you can be Bohemian, poor, rich, alternative, trendy, young or old.
Meet all your sport, gym, recreation, rehabilitation, relaxation, health, wellbeing, fitness and educational needs under the one roof. This place has it all from wave pool, water slides and lap pool to gym, aerobics and squash courts. Casual gym and pool visitors are welcome.
Edge of Albert Park Lake on Aughtie Drive.
(03) 9926 1555
While staying in Melbourne you may want to keep up your fitness by purchasing a temporary gym membership. Ask about the 1 week starter membership for $29.95. Apply online at www.fitnessfirst.com.au/join/start Or call and ask about the pay as you go offer. We recommend the body combat classes!
97 Alma Rd, St Kilda.
1300 55 77 99
The St Kilda Bowling Club provides a venue for playing Lawn Bowls in St Kilda between early September and late April. Casual Bowls can be played any afternoon between early October and early March except for Mondays, Thursday after 5.00pm and Saturday. It is advisable to book. Enjoy a beer while you play in the sun. The bar is usually open from 4.00 pm to 1.00 am.
66 Fitzroy St, St Kilda
(03) 9534 5229
This Yoga school welcomes casual visitors and offers the choice of Shadow, Iyengar and prenatal Yoga. Check online for class times at www.yogamoves.org/. Be sure to arrive at least 5 minutes before your class. Doors close 10 minutes after class commences. Casual class rate is $20.
2 William Street, Balaclava
(03) 9527 5198
(EPTC) is a very modern and unique facility. With 8 brand new premium artificial grass courts, modern clubrooms, kiosk, cafe, crche, pro-shop and garden areas to relax in, they have something for everyone. The Centre conducts a multitude of competition and social tennis opportunities so browse their site to find a program for you: www.elsternwickparktennis.com.au.
464 St Kilda St, Brighton
(03) 9531 3782
Immerse yourself and discover the diversity of entertainment and creativity that makes the moving image such a huge part of our lives in ACMIs high-tech galleries, cinemas and studio spaces. Everything from film, to the latest computer games and digital art of the future. Prepare to thoroughly enjoy the interactive nature of the exhibits
Check out the website for special exhibitions
Federation Square, Flinders St Melbourne
(03) 8663 2200
Housed in the local RSL the venue has a genuine music club atmosphere. The art deco building and candle light add to the mood. A diverse program of contemporary music, cabaret, comedy and musical theatre Wednesday Sunday evenings
4 St Georges Rd, Elsternwick
03) 9528 3600
The Classic Cinema specialises in quality mainstream and Arthouse cinema. From big Hollywood blockbusters to the best in foreign cinema. Make sure you enjoy a delicious pre-flick meal, post-movie nibbles or vodka next door at After the Tears vodka and wine bar.
9 Gordon St, Elsternwick
(03) 9524 7900
This cinema was built in the 1930s and still retains the art-deco charm of that period. You are greeted by soft lighting and gentle music – you can relax in the somewhat-overstuffed chairs and enjoy some of The Astor’s famous cake. The theatre presents a mix of older films and recent releases. Go past and pick up one of their famous free programme/calendars.
Intersection of Chapel St and Dandenong Rd, St. Kilda.
(03) 9510 1414
A vast cinema complex with 16 screens that is located within a busy shopping centre. Spend the day shopping and then indulge in a meal at one of the many eateries near the cinemas. You can even indulge in a Gold Class cinema experience and watch the latest film in luxurious surrounds.
Westfield Southland, Nepean Hwy, Cheltenham
1300 555 400
Enjoy the nightlife of the Bay Street shopping centre then hop on over to the Palace Brighton Bay Cinema. This venue is for “discerning film goers who appreciate an intimate and charming cinema experience”. The venue is fully licensed and there is plenty of public transport to and from Brighton Bay.
294 Bay St, Brighton
(03) 9596 3590
The Palace Dendy Brighton is touted as “one of Melbourne’s most luxurious cinemas”. Features include Dolby Digital surround sound, lavish seating and the stylish Cinelounge. This is the ideal venue to relax after dinner down Church St. Bring the family or perfect for just the 2 of you. The venue is fully licensed.
26 Church St, Brighton
(03) 9592 7815
Housing the world’s (3rd) largest screen, IMAX Melbourne Museum provides you with the ultimate in movie going experience. The screen measures a massive 32 metres x 23 metres, is Melbournes largest screen and also provides Australias largest 3D image. This screen, combined with a revolutionary projection system, customised theatre geometry and 15000 watts of digital surround sound offers you the most immersive cinematic experience in the world.
IMAX Melbourne Museum
Melbourne Museum Precinct,
Rathdowne Street – Carlton Gardens
CARLTON SOUTH
MELBOURNE
VICTORIA 3053
AUSTRALIA
03 9663 5454
info@imaxmelbourne.com.au
http://http://www.imaxmelbourne.com.au/
The complex contains a gymnasium, a sea water pool and a spa and steam bath. The complex also contains restaurants, bars and cafs. It is located in an exceptional position right on, and with views over, St Kilda beach.
10-18 Jacka Boulevard, St Kilda
(03) 9593 8228
The ethos of Reduce, Reuse and Recycle underpin this unusual playground, presenting challenging, fun experiences for kids of all ages. A place for the imagination to get down and dirty with a real flying fox (six years and older), climbing tree, wooden castle, great tunnel slide. A place for adventure!
Staffed. Toilets, BBQ and Picnic Facilities. No Junk Food allowed! Tea and coffee provided. Hard to find parking.
Off Neptune St, St Kilda
(03) 9209 6348
http://www.portphillip.vic.gov.au/adventure_playgrounds.htm#St_Kilda_Adventure_Playground
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