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When it comes to dining, Melbourne's melting pot of cultures is reflected in the array of restaurants and cafes the city has to offer. Here are just a few recommendations from your hosts.
Hardware Lane - tucked away between Queen and Elizabeth streets and crossing Little Bourke Street, the cobblestone laneway with its canopy of café umbrellas and flowering window boxes is where Melbourne’s café culture began. The precinct is popular with the cosmopolitan set who find it perfect for sipping coffee or chardonnay and watching the world go by. There are a multitude of dining options located on Hardware Lane and all just a short stroll from Robinsons in the City.
For casual pub dining with a fine dining option and simple yet scrumptious menu, stroll down the street two blocks from Robinsons to The Hotel Spencer - 475 Spencer Street, West Melbourne - +61 3 9329 5111. This Melbourne icon is sure to impress.
Looking for creative and exotic Thai cuisine. We recommend you try Citrus Mint located at 357 Victoria Street in West Melbourne, +61 3 9329 5568 for a comfortable, affordable and tantalising dining experience.
Exceptional Indian Cuisine at modest prices, see why Bhoj Docklands is ideal for lovers of fine food. Positioned in the heart of New Quay boasting uninterrupted views of Melbourne's skyline with indoor and outdoor seating, this waterfront dining venue is Indian cuisine at it's best. Located at 54 Promenade at New Quay, Docklands +61 3 9600 0884. There is an array of other cuisine options located at Docklands to suit every tastebud and all just a short stoll from Robinsons.
For irresistible Asian Cuisine, we highly recommend Gingerboy where south east Asian street food meets Melbourne style with a contemporary edge. Located in the CBD at 27 Crossley Street +61 3 9662 4200. Although, not next door to Robinsons, we definitely think it is worth the trip across the city.
Grossi Florentino is Melbourne’s quintessential Italian restaurant. With a colourful history that spans more than a century and boasts an iconic reputation. Located at 80 Bourke Street (other end of the city from Robinsons - 10 minute drive or 20 minute tram ride) +61 3 9662 1811.
For an extravagant, unforgettable dining experience that cannot be created at home, we suggest Vue de monde. Modern French fine dining (with an emphasis on fine), Vue de monde is dedicated to the dining experience as a whole; from the sourcing of rare ingredients and an uncompromising approach to classical techniques, to a commitment to the very best in restaurant service. It does however come at a price, but well worth a visit for that special ocassion, bookings must be made well in advance. Located at 430 Little Collins Street (approximately 15 - 20 minute walk from Robinsons) +61 3 9691 3888.
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