Melbourne is the second largest city in Australia and is the capital of Victoria. Melbourne is often thought to be the sporting and cultural capital of Australia. Melbourne City has many beautiful old buildings, trams and parks. For many, Melbourne is a mecca for shopping and dining. Melbourne is an extremely multicultural and cosmopolitan city.
Melbourne is a great city for singles with its bustling atmosphere. Single Melbournians will be spoiled for choices when it comes to selecting a dining venue for their first date. www.hookmeup.com.au has trawled through the literally gazillions of eateries to select a few worthy of mention.
Money is no Object:
Vue de Monde, Normandy Chambers, 430 Little Collins St, Melbourne, is a French restaurant with a twist. The twist? There is no dinner menu and you will be eating whatever the chef feels like cooking. The ingredients are the world's finest including truffles and caviar. The kitchen is totally visible for the diners so you will be able to watch your meal being prepared. Each portion of the meal is displayed on different crockery to best highlight the meal. An extremely grand setting for an extremely grand meal. A restaurant for wealthy foodies who take their cuisine seriously.
Mini, 141 Flinders Lane, Melbourne. It wouldn't be a Melbourne dining guide without a Greek restaurant! The food and alcohol here are all Greek inspired. The restaurant has even been named after a Greek brand of ouzo. Circa, the Prince, Acland St, St. Kilda, is a trendy diner where Mediterranean meets Moorish meets Asian. This is definitely an eatery to be seen in, so when dressing, bear in mind that you will be part of the scenery. Grossi Florentino, 80 Bourke St, Melbourne, is elegance and opulence combined in this Italian restaurant. Chandeliers, murals, leather menus,and Italian waiters. This is classic Italian at its most impressive and romantic. A sure fire winner.
Money too Tight to Mention:
If you are financially challenged you needn't worry. There are plenty of cheap eats in Melbourne offering great food and great atmosphere. www.hookmeu.com.au recommends trying out some of these.
The Moroccan Soup Bar,183 St Georges Rd, Fitzroy North, is recognized as being one of Melbourne's cheapest eateries. This vegetarian eatery is constantly changing its menu and obviously offers a huge range of soups as well as other meals. This is a welcoming and interesting place to enjoy an organic North African meal. Pellegrini's, 66 Bourke St, Melbourne, offers huge serves of faithful Italian favourites, and has been for decades. This is a great place to go if you are planning a pre or post meal in the city. Not a great choice for the carbohydrate conscious dieter! Soulmama, Jacka Blvd, St. Kilda, is located in the Sea Baths building and has fantastic views out over Port Phillip Bay. Soulmama features a global menu and allows for a great visual display through the windows.
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