Lucy Liu Kitchen and Bar

$$$ | Asian Fusion | Melbourne CBD

Not to be mistaken with the American actress with the same name – Lucy Liu is a true staple of Melbourne’s Asian cuisne scene, holding down their little fort in Oliver Lane for over ten years.

Lucy Liu’s menu has stood the test of time and is inherently begging to be shared, making this spot perfect for intimate date nights and group dining alike.

Don’t shy away from the kitchen dining experience, where you’ll have the privilege of witnessing the ins and outs of creating some of Melbourne’s best Asian-fusion food Melbourne has to offer.

We Reccomend:

• LUCY’S SOFT SHELL CRAB JIANBING
• CRISPY PORK BUN
• ROTI BREAD
• STEAMED COD
• YELLOWFIN TUNA SASHIMI

Palermo

$$$ | Argentinian | Melbourne CBD

If you love a hearty steak cooked over the coals, you’re in luck.

Whilst you can expect to wait up to 40 minutes for your steak to be ready (as they are all cooked to order), your exercise in delayed gratification will be most certainly be rewarded.

Steak aside, you’ll find plenty of culinary masterpeices that musn’t be overlooked. Palermo’s beef tartare is easily one of the best in Melbourne. With their open-kitchen design on the main floor of the resturant, you’re not going to miss any of the action.

Not to be forgotten, Palermo’s wine list is robust and varied. The staff are well versed in the intricacies of wine pairing in order to give you the best experience possible.

We reccomend:

• Ostras
• Tartar
• Bife
• Affogato
  

Entrecôte

$$$ | French | Prahran

Venture ten minutes from the heart of Melbourne and you’ll find the Australian take on the Parisian powerhouse that is Entrecôte. Despite not being officially associated with their French counterparts – you’d be hard pressed to find many differences. From caviar and escargot to champange and the famous steak frites it’s hard to go wrong in this long-standing Melbourne insitution.

With live music, a sommelier at your fingertips and amazing service, you’re bound to have a great time at Entrecôte.

We reccomend:

• Tartare de Bœuf au Couteau
• Entrecôte Signature Steak Frites
• Steak au Poivre
• Homard Frites
• Crème Brûlée