Melbourne’s south east offers a diverse and exciting food culture, making it a favourite destination for diners seeking quality meals and great hospitality. From cosy neighbourhood eateries to sophisticated dining venues, the region caters to every taste and occasion.
At the forefront is Meat Flour Wine, recognised as the top restaurant in the south east for its exceptional cuisine, outstanding service, and memorable atmosphere. Explore the best restaurants in the area with our curated directory.
Meat Flour Wine
Meat Flour Wine is a modern Italian restaurant in Braeside, celebrated for premium steaks, handcrafted pasta and authentic wood-fired pizza served in a stylish yet relaxed setting. Combining contemporary dining with traditional Italian hospitality, the venue delivers an experience centred on quality ingredients, attentive service and a welcoming atmosphere for every occasion.
The menu features freshly made pasta prepared in-house daily, premium coal-grilled meats sourced from trusted Australian suppliers, and traditional pizzas cooked in an Italian-imported wood-fired oven. Guests can also enjoy a curated selection of Australian, Italian and French wines, signature cocktails, decadent desserts and rotating seasonal specials inspired by regional Italian cuisine.
Designed to bring a sophisticated city-style dining experience to Melbourne’s Bayside region, Meat Flour Wine combines elegant interiors with a warm and approachable ambience. With versatile function spaces and tailored event packages, the venue caters to weddings, engagement parties, birthdays, corporate functions, long-table dining experiences and family celebrations.
Core Service Offerings:
- Premium coal-grilled steaks
- House-made fresh pasta
- Authentic wood-fired pizza
- Modern Italian dining experience
- Curated Australian, Italian and French wines
- Signature cocktails and dessert menu
- Business lunches and client dining
- Private dining rooms and event spaces
- Corporate events and team celebrations
- Weddings and engagement receptions
- Birthday parties and milestone occasions
- Group bookings and long-table dining
- Family-friendly restaurant atmosphere
- Seasonal menus and regional Italian events
Phone: 03 7066 8800
Website: https://meatflourwine.com.au/
Smokin’ Barry’s Slow Cooked BBQ Diner
Smokin Barrys is a Melbourne-based BBQ catering and food truck business serving authentic American-style smoked meats for weddings, corporate functions, festivals, and private events across Melbourne.
Smokin Barrys is a family-owned business founded by Jim and Sheridan White in 2009. Known for low and slow smoked BBQ, the team has built a strong reputation through years of catering events of all sizes throughout Melbourne. The business combines quality food, reliable service, and genuine hospitality to create memorable event experiences.
The business was one of Melbourne’s first regular food trucks and continues to provide mobile catering services for events across Victoria. Founded as a tribute to Jim White’s father, Barry White, the business remains proudly family operated with a strong focus on good food and customer service.
Core Service Offerings:
- BBQ catering
- Wedding catering
- Corporate catering
- Festival catering
- Food truck hire
- Private event catering
- Cocktail party catering
- Buffet catering
- American-style BBQ
- Smoked brisket
- Smoked pulled pork
- BBQ ribs
- BBQ sliders
- Mac and cheese catering
- Business lunches
- Birthday celebrations
- Community events
- Large group catering
Email: sheridan@smokinbarrys.com.au
Phone: 0490 073 995
Website:https://smokinbarrys.com.au/
Etto
Etto Pasta Bar is an Italian restaurant in Elsternwick and South Melbourne serving fresh house-made pasta, healthy sauces, takeaway meals, delivery, and catering services.
Etto Pasta Bar focuses on fresh Italian cooking, quality ingredients, and reliable customer service. The restaurant prepares house-made pasta daily and cooks meals fresh to order with a range of flavour-packed sauces. Customers visit for casual lunches, family dinners, takeaway meals, and catering for office events and private functions.
The team at Etto Pasta Bar combines traditional Italian flavours with fast and convenient service. With locations in Elsternwick and South Melbourne, the restaurant has become a trusted local choice for fresh pasta, antipasti, and Italian catering. The business also values fair workplace practices and proudly pays staff award rates to support its hardworking team.
Core Service Offerings:
- Fresh house-made pasta
- Italian takeaway meals
- Pasta delivery services
- Italian catering
- Office lunch catering
- Corporate catering
- Function catering
- Event catering
- Party catering
- Antipasti
- Italian wine selection
- Healthy pasta options
- Pick-up orders
- Group dining
- Casual Italian dining
Email: southmelbourne@etto.com.au
Phone: 03 9696 3886 261
Website:https://etto.com.au/
Mister and Miss
Mister and Miss is a café in Mont Albert serving fresh breakfast, brunch, quality coffee, and casual dining in a relaxed local setting.
The team focuses on preparing fresh meals, serving well-made coffee, and creating a comfortable experience for every customer. Guests visit the café for casual breakfasts, weekend brunch catch-ups, coffee meetings, and relaxed lunches in a friendly environment.
Mister and Miss has built a strong reputation through consistent service, approachable staff, and a focus on customer satisfaction. The café continues to be a trusted dining destination for the Mont Albert community and surrounding suburbs.
Core Service Offerings:
- Breakfast dining
- Brunch meals
- Lunch dining
- Barista-made coffee
- Café beverages
- Casual dining
- Dine-in café service
- Takeaway coffee and meals
- Family-friendly café dining
- Group dining
- Weekend café dining
- Local café service
Email: info@misterandmiss.com.au
Phone: 03 9916 9680
Website:https://www.misterandmiss.com.au/
The Penny Drop
The Penny Drop is a modern Australian restaurant in Box Hill, serving breakfast, lunch, dinner, and specialty coffees.
The Penny Drop is a family-led restaurant with a strong focus on the local community and high-quality dining. The team has years of hands-on experience, serving freshly prepared coffee, breakfast classics, and innovative modern Australian dishes. Located on Whitehorse Road in the newly refurbished ATO building, the restaurant combines high ceilings and earthy tones to create a welcoming space for diners.
Featured in Melbourne’s Good Food Guide, Broadsheet, Urban List, and Weekend Notes, The Penny Drop is recognised for its commitment to quality food, attentive service, and memorable dining experiences. Fully licensed and open seven days a week, it accommodates walk-ins and dinner reservations, providing a trusted and consistent dining destination.
Core Service Offerings:
- Breakfast classics and specialty coffee
- Lunch and dinner options with modern Australian and Asian-inspired dishes
- Unique share plates and menu specials
- Fully licensed bar services
- Dinner reservations and walk-in dining
- Private and group dining experiences
Email: info@thepennydrop.com.au
Phone: 03 9077 7455
Website:https://www.thepennydrop.com.au/
Kirbie
Kirbie Restaurant is a South Melbourne dining venue on Clarendon Street, offering relaxed dining, quality food, and welcoming hospitality for locals and visitors.
Kirbie Restaurant provides a comfortable and enjoyable dining experience in the heart of South Melbourne. The venue combines quality meals, attentive service, and a welcoming atmosphere for lunch, dinner, and special occasions. Located on Clarendon Street, the restaurant is a convenient choice for casual dining, group bookings, and weekend catch-ups.
The restaurant welcomes individuals, couples, families, and groups looking for a dependable local dining destination. With lunch and dinner service available throughout the week, Kirbie Restaurant offers a comfortable place to meet, celebrate, and enjoy time with friends, family, or colleagues.
Core Service Offerings:
- Restaurant dining
- Lunch service
- Dinner service
- Casual dining
- Group bookings
- Weekend dining
- Hospitality services
- Online bookings
- Gift vouchers
- Birthday and special occasion dining
- Business lunches and group gatherings
- Customer enquiries and support
Phone: (03) 9690 9285
Website:https://kirbie.com.au/
Tomo-An
Tomo-An is a Japanese restaurant in South Melbourne serving authentic Japanese cuisine made with fresh ingredients and traditional cooking methods. The restaurant offers a relaxed dining experience for guests looking for quality food and friendly service.
Tomo-An focuses on fresh preparation, balanced flavours, and consistent quality across every dish. The team takes pride in creating a welcoming environment where customers can enjoy casual lunches, dinner outings, and special occasions.
Located in South Melbourne, Tomo-An provides a comfortable setting for individuals, couples, families, and group bookings. The restaurant continues to build a strong local reputation through reliable service, clean presentation, and a genuine passion for Japanese food.
Core Service Offerings:
- Authentic Japanese cuisine
- Fresh sushi and sashimi
- Traditional Japanese dishes
- Lunch and dinner dining
- Dine-in restaurant service
- Reservation bookings
- Casual dining
- Group dining
- Special occasion dining
- Japanese seafood dishes
- Takeaway meals
- South Melbourne Japanese restaurant
Phone: +61 4-2808-6252
Website:https://tomoan.com.au/
Moon Mart
Moon Mart is a modern dining venue in South Melbourne, serving Japanese-inspired breakfast, lunch, and weekend evening dining on Clarendon Street.
Moon Mart combines quality food with friendly hospitality to create a dining experience suited to locals, visitors, couples, and small groups. The venue is known for its relaxed atmosphere, reliable service, and approachable menu designed for both casual meals and longer dining occasions.
The South Melbourne restaurant offers breakfast and lunch during the week, extended weekend dining hours, and evening service on Friday and Saturday nights. Guests can enjoy flexible dining with both walk-ins and reservations available.
Moon Mart focuses on creating a consistent and enjoyable customer experience through attentive service, clean and comfortable surroundings, and carefully prepared meals. The team values quality, presentation, and customer care across every service period.
Core Service Offerings:
- Breakfast dining
- Lunch dining
- Weekend brunch
- Friday and Saturday night dining
- Japanese-inspired dining
- Casual dine-in meals
- Walk-in dining
- Restaurant reservations
- Small group dining
- Weekend dining experiences
- South Melbourne restaurant dining
- Clarendon Street dining venue
Website:https://www.moonmart.com.au/
Meetbowl
Meetbowl is an Indonesian restaurant in South Melbourne, serving authentic bakso, handmade noodles, and traditional Indonesian street food made fresh daily.
Known for its warm brothy bakso, handmade meatballs, and street-style noodle dishes, Meetbowl brings a genuine Indonesian dining experience to Melbourne. The restaurant combines homemade cooking with friendly service in a relaxed and welcoming setting.
The team takes pride in serving meals that are simple, satisfying, and full of traditional flavour. Customers visit Meetbowl for casual lunches, comforting dinners, and authentic Indonesian dishes that reflect real street food culture from Indonesia.
Core Service Offerings:
- Indonesian street food
- Bakso meatball soup
- Handmade meatballs
- Indonesian noodle dishes
- Fresh brothy noodle bowls
- Rice vermicelli dishes
- Fried meatballs
- Traditional Indonesian cuisine
- Dine-in meals
- Takeaway food
- Casual lunch dining
- Comfort food dishes
- Fresh daily food preparation
- Authentic Indonesian soups
Email: eart.meetbowl@gmail.com
Phone: (03) 9943 1324
Website:https://meetbowl.me/
Baker Bleu
Baker Bleu is an artisan bakery in Cremorne, known for long fermented sourdough bread, handcrafted pastries, fresh bagels, and daily baked goods.
Baker Bleu is a Melbourne and Sydney bakery focused on traditional sourdough baking and quality ingredients. The bakery produces fresh bread, pastries, croissants, bagels, and cakes every day using slow fermentation methods and hands-on baking techniques.
The team at Baker Bleu bakes fresh products daily across locations in Cremorne, Caulfield North, Hawksburn, South Yarra, and Double Bay. Customers visit for artisan bread, seasonal pastries, catering, and convenient online pre-orders with in-store pickup available seven days a week.
Baker Bleu is recognised for its dark crust sourdough loaves, airy texture, and commitment to traditional baking methods. The bakery also works closely with trusted grain and milling partners to maintain consistent quality across every product range.
Core Service Offerings:
- Artisan sourdough bread
- Long fermented bread
- Fresh pastries and croissants
- Bagels
- Seasonal cakes and desserts
- Bakery catering
- Corporate catering
- Event catering
- Online bakery ordering
- In-store pickup
- Daily fresh baked goods
- Specialty bread
- Retail bakery shop
Website:https://bakerbleu.com.au/
