Best Restaurants for Outdoor Dining in Parkville

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AlphingtonArmadaleCamberwellCarltonCarlton NorthCollingwood

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52 restaurants available nearby

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1. Pure South Dining

4.4

Awesome(92)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Modern Australian • Southbank

Booked 4 times today

Pure South Dining is founded on philosophy of Ethical, Sustainable and Provenance driven produce, championing Tasmanian farmers, fishermen and small producers. The best in season produce is flown from the islands of King, Flinders & Tasmanian directly to our Southbank kitchen. Pure South Dining offers our guests two dining options to suite any occasion. The ground floor Pure South Kitchen is our casual riverside bistro offering classics from morning till late. Enjoy our Tassie produce without the fuss, while you look out to the Southbank promenade, sipping cocktails with friends. Ascend the stairs to the Pure South Dining Room, for a modern fine dining experience, with stunning views of the Yarra River & Melbourne's skyline. Dine a la carte, or embark on a culinary journey with our six-course tasting menu. Our in house sommelier is on hand to guide you through our extensive wine list, with over 400 bottles highlighting Tassie Chardonnay & Pinot Noir.

2. Lagoon Dining

4.8

Exceptional(548)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Asian • Carlton

Booked 8 times today

Lagoon Dining is a restaurant and bar dishing up food that leans heavily on Chinese culinary traditions. It is an expression of food we love to eat and to cook, dished up heartily alongside booze we like to swill - a place for friends and fun.

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3. Ichi Ni Nana Izakaya - Fitzroy

4.3

Awesome(1735)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Japanese • Fitzroy

Booked 20 times today

Ichi Ni Nana, is a modern style Izakaya experience spread across multiple levels along the iconic Brunswick Street offering delectable Japanese dishes with a modern twist (such as our must try Ebi Mayo). The venue also comprises an amazing beverage list of Japanese inspired cocktails, the best Japan has to offer in sakes and whiskies and a comprehensive wine list covering local and international regions. Our friendly and professional team will take you on a guided tour through a Japanese experience that will leave you eagerly anticipating your next visit. Whether it’s an intimate dinner in one of our hand crafted booths or a group celebration, Ichi Ni Nana has an abundance of breathtaking indoor and outdoor areas (including a courtyard with a retractable glass ceiling which can be enjoyed rain, hail or shine), to suit any occasion.

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4. The Carlton Wine Room

4.8

Exceptional(835)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• European • Carlton

Booked 21 times today

Carlton Wine Room is a neighbourhood restaurant offering a well-executed, fresh, seasonal food menu, and an ever changing, diverse wine list featuring the best of Italy, Australia and the rest of the World. We offer a bar space, an upstairs restaurant dining room and three unique spaces that are can be booked for private dining perfect for special events.RESERVATIONS: are for a two hour sitting. We do not accept bookings for drinks and snacks, however we accept walk-ins for this if space permits. A surcharge of up to 1.2% applies to credit card transactions. A surcharge of 10% applies on Sundays and 15% on Public Holidays. OUTSIDE SEATING: please note this is subject to the weather and we may not be able to move your reservation inside in the case of bad weather. CANCELLATION: A $50 per person no show fee is charged for failing to attend your reservation. Contact us on 9347 2626 to make changes or cancel your reservation.

5. TOTE Bar & Dining

4.6

Exceptional(246)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Australian • Moonee Ponds

Booked 8 times today

A contemporary bar and restaurant, serving modern-Australian dishes with seasonal eating in mind.Channelling the timeless allure of 1930's design, the interior boasts rich oak panelling, emerald hues, decadent leather and bronze finishes. The space offers three intimate dining areas, known as The Northern Terrace, The Dining Room and The Cellar - our Private Dining Room. The main feature of TOTE is casual dining with premium quality food from well sourced high quality and sustainable produce.It features a contemporary offering from coffee, craft beer and creative cocktails to carefully curated local & imported wines and spirits.The bar itself is modelled to the development’s quintessential roots – the racecourse – and is aptly shaped in an oval form to mirror it.

6. Gilson

4.5

Awesome(739)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Italian • South Yarra

Booked 52 times today

Nestled within the Domain Road enclave in South Yarra with indoor and outdoor seating overlooking the stunning Royal Botanic Gardens sits Gilson.Gilson’s intimate dining room is available for breakfast, lunch and dinner 7 days a week and caters for large groups and private dining events. Gilson offers an all day menu focusing on Italian cuisine and seasonal flavours. A neighbourhood favourite due to its relaxed setting, friendly staff, fabulous drinks list and dishes such as the ‘avocado bruschetta’ for breakfast, the ‘Seafood Linguine' for lunch or dinner, and a 'tiramisu' for dessert. Wood fired pizza is also available for lunch and dinner cooked in the custom built oven.Gilson's brunch service is available for walk-ins with reservations available from midday.

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7. DOC Pizza & Mozzarella Bar - Carlton

4.5

Awesome(591)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Pizzeria • Carlton

Booked 30 times today

D.O.C is real Italian eating and age old simplicity refreshed with contemporary flair. A celebration of heritage. A joy in sharing. Authentic, exuberant and outrageously Italian.

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8. D.O.C Osteria Carlton

4.5

Awesome(42)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Italian • Carlton

Booked 13 times today

D.O.C is real Italian eating and age old simplicity refreshed with contemporary flair. A celebration of heritage. A joy in sharing. Authentic, exuberant and outrageously Italian.

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9. Naughtons Parkville Hotel

4.8

Exceptional(691)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Gastro Pub • Parkville

Booked 16 times today

Set in the leafy suburb of Parkville, Naughtons is just a stones throw from Melbourne University, Royal Melbourne Hospital, Princes Park and Melbourne Zoo.With all the traditional pub classics and so much more. We pride ourselves on where our food comes from using local, seasonal produce.

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10. Anada Bar & Restaurant

4.7

Exceptional(35)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Spanish • Fitzroy

Booked 5 times today

Añada on Gertrude Street in Fitzroy, serves a tapas menu mainly influenced by the food of Andalusia, Southern Spain and the flavours of the Mediterranean. Originally founded in 2008 by Jesse and Vanessa Gerner, the team at Añada highly value sustainable efforts and community outreach, and champion local farmers, producers and providers as often as possible.In the years since its opening, Añada has grown to be known as a neighbourhood staple, offering a menu that pairs authentic Spanish foods with an extensive wine and sherry list. The warm, intimate atmosphere is complemented by knowledgeable, friendly service.

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Wendy
Victoria •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
Great all around - everyone enjoyed their meals very much.
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Pure South DiningPrice: Expensive• Modern Australian• Southbank
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4.4
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Sasha
Melbourne •2 reviews
4.0
Dined 7 days ago
great interior, friendly staff and delicious food.
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Ichi Ni Nana Izakaya - FitzroyPrice: Expensive• Japanese• Fitzroy
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4.3
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Julie
Melbourne •1 review
5.0
Dined on Apr 18, 2025
We had a great evening - everything was wonderful - food, drinks and exceptional service 😍
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Lagoon DiningPrice: Expensive• Asian• Carlton
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4.8
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Mark
London •1 review
5.0
Dined on Apr 15, 2025
Lively dining atmosphere on first floor. Ground floor more wine bar/bistro feel. First rate service and top wine advice. Food delicious and generous portions (ideal for sharing). Will definitely return.
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The Carlton Wine RoomPrice: Expensive• European• Carlton
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4.8
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Karen
Melbourne •3 reviews
4.0
Dined on Apr 3, 2025
The homemade bread is delicious. 5 of us for dinner and all ordering something different. The Chicken, fish and pork apparently fantastic. The basic steak and chips was not so great. Very sinewy.
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TOTE Bar & DiningPrice: Expensive• Australian• Moonee Ponds
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4.6