Top Restaurants In The Fitzroy Area Of Melbourne, Australia
Fitzroy, just a short tram-ride from Melbourne’s CBD, is no doubt one of Australia’s coolest suburbs. As such it has some of Melbourne’s coolest bars and restaurants. Read on to discover Fitzroy’s best restaurants.
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Cutler & Co.
A dynamic establishment by critically acclaimed Australian chef Andrew McConnell, Cutler & Co. serves a stunning variety of dishes exhibiting unusual and intriguing produce. Located in an old metal works factory, this award-winning restaurant achieves the balance between complex, sensational ingredients and simple contemporary cuisine. Cutler & Co. is an exciting culinary experience. It is a truly important establishment in Australia’s fine-dining sector.
RST Seafood Restaurant
Classic and unpretentious, RST Seafood Restaurant has a simple premise: old-school seafood. There’s something especially comforting about such a laid-back perspective on food, something this restaurant has mastered. Without the complexity often seen in many contemporary establishments, RST strips it all back to what’s important: good, well-cooked, tasty seafood. RST welcomes seafood lovers of all ages in this relaxed and classic tavern.
Naked for Satan
Doubling as one of Fitzroy’s most popular bars, as well as one of the best restaurants in the suburb, Naked for Satan is a superb spot to eat or drink. Its intriguing decor matches the hipster feel for which Fitzroy is famous. On the bottom floor you will find their revered vodka bar with a line-up of vodka from all around the world as well as their own infused products, made in-house. This is to be accompanied by typical Basque finger food called pintxos (pronounced ‘pinchos’). Upstairs is Naked in the Sky, Naked for Satan’s restaurant, where you can catch one of the best views of the Melbourne city skyline.
Smith & Daughters
As an excellent choice for vegetarians and omnivores alike, Smith & Daughters offer an all-vegan menu that is sure to please. With cramped communal seating arrangements, you can find some delicious and charming vegetarian South American specialities in this lively Fitzroy pub. If you’re afraid you’ll get to the end of your meal and be wishing that you had some meat on your plate, you need not worry. Smith & Daughters will leave you inspired and wanting more.
The Rainbow Hotel
In the style of an old English pub, The Rainbow Hotel is proud to hold the title of Melbourne’s oldest pub. Serving only the heartiest and chunkiest of pub food, you will struggle to leave hungry or dissatisfied. The Rainbow Hotel manages to maintain the balance of a sordid local pub full of footy fanatics, and a traditional English-style restaurant. It pours several different artisan beers from the tap alongside their comforting pub food.
Pho La Que Basil Leaf
If you’re looking for a big feed at a low price, you’ve found the right place at this Vietnamese noodle bar. Donned with chic contemporary decor and refreshing art, Pho La Que Basil Leaf is a charming little restaurant in the heart of Fitzroy. You can find generous servings of authentic Vietnamese pho with quick and friendly service.