Cuisine: Italian
Price: $30-$40 Entree & Main
Address: 140-146 Lygon St Carlton VIC 3053
La Notte Restaurant has been established since 1985 and is renowned for its superb Italian cuisine. Enjoy inside or alfresco dining in a relaxed atmosphere with friendly, knowledgeable staff. The menu is a fine selection of fresh seafood, prime beef, baby veal and game meats. Recommended specialty Seafood Platter for Two - a delicious combination of panfried and char-grilled seafood for two people.

Cuisine: Italian
Price: $30-$40 Entree & Main
Address: 132-136 Lygon Street Carlton VIC 3053
La Spaghetteria ristorante is located in the heart of Lygon Street. It is family owned and has been for many decades. Choose to sit outside and enjoy the fresh and calm atmosphere, or dine indoors with a warm, relaxing ambience. The menu consists of a wide range of Italian cuisine, including freshly home made pastas and all with a very affordable price tag. Recommended specialty is the Veal Parmigiana -crumbed veal pan fried, topped with fresh tomato and mozzarella then gratinated golden brown.

Cuisine: Modern Mediterranean
Price: $30-$40 Entree & Main
Address: 150 Station St Fairfield VIC 3078
Denise, Marina and Ad saw that Fairfield was in need of a restaurant that provided quality modern cuisine at affordable prices in a chic and relaxed atmosphere.
Beautifully decorated in warm rich tones, vintage chandeliers and leather furnishings along with exceptional service, Laviish is sure to impress. Menu Samples: Entrée-Pan Seared Canada Scallops on a coriander shoot and red onion salad, Main- main course the Saffron Paella with chorizo, prawns, chicken, rabbit and green beans.

Cuisine: Middle Eastern
Price: $30-$40 Entree & Main
Address: 304 Keilor Rd Essendon VIC 3041
Laziza presents a welcoming gleam of ethnic class and comfort, a passion for food, relaxation and entertainment. The décor modern and sleek with white ethnic murals that are stretched across the walls, dripping with homely middle eastern authenticity. The menu presents traditional middle eastern cuisine served with a modern perspective, with help from an international chef from Lebanon. Recommended specialty Samkeh Hara (chilli fish) - baked fish fillets laid on top of a bed of rice.

Cuisine: International
Price: $30-$40 Entree & Main
Address: 143-145 Lygon Street Carlton VIC 3053
Little Italy Pasta House is ideally located in the dining hub of Lygon St, close the central city. The ambience is warm and cozy complimented with a rustic interior and Italian music playing in the background. The Chef / Owner has lovingly created a menu that consists of traditional Italian meals served with a modern twist. Recommended specialty is Spaghetti Marinara - mixed seafood, garlic and a little tomato sauce.

Cuisine: Mexican
Price: Under $30 Entree & Main
Address: 34 Johnston St Fitzroy VIC 3065
Los Amates is situated in the buzzing 'Spanish Quarter' of Johnston Street in Fitzroy. Here they serve delicious Mexican meals nestled in a vibrant & colourful ambience, where you can savour an eclectic collection of zesty flavours. This family owned restaurant provides a home-like atmosphere & their passion for their culture & cuisine shows. Los Amates is renowned in the small Mexican community for its authenticity & is often packed. So bring all your amigos down but remember to book early!

Cuisine: Italian
Price: $30-$40 Entree & Main
Address: 647 High Street, East Kew Kew VIC 3101
Don’t be fooled by the comically name as Mamma’s Boys is a very slick and professional establishment providing a refreshing addition to the suburban Kew dining scene. The décor would best be described as elegantly modern with staff being professionally attired in full uniform and aprons. Add to this mix a Head Chef who has extensive European experience and you have the perfect venue for your next night out. Menu Sample: Spinach Gnocchi - pasta filled with prosciutto & smooth buffalo mozzarella.

Cuisine: Italian
Price: $30-$40 Entree & Main
Address: 69-73 Pelham Street Carlton VIC 3053
There’s a sense of real belonging that welcomes you as you walk through the door of this 22 year old veteran establishment. Michelino’s Trattoria is all Italian, from the traditional fare to the pervading Italian ambiance. Latin classics play in the background as friendly and engaging wait-staff attend to your every need. The menu offers an assortment of traditional and modern Italian options along with some less conventional choices: The Seafood Platter is an unexpected delight.

Cuisine: Modern Japanese
Price: $30-$40 Entree & Main
Address: 16 Glenferrie Rd Malvern VIC 3144
Mitsuno is a restaurant that offers the combination of creative Japanese cuisine with traditional Japanese service. Hide, the chef at Mitsuno, brings out subtle new flavours in his cooking with traditional dishes. Try the Diced Shashimi Salmon with its unique flavour and for a main course the Grilled Snapper has a texture and flavour you will find superb. One of the most pleasing features of Mitsuno is the attention to detail they have taken to ensure your comfort.

Cuisine: Greek
Price: $30-$40 Entree & Main
Address: 470 Toorak Road Toorak VIC 3142
George Skliros, the owner and chef of Mousai welcomes patrons to his charming restaurant with a romantic ambience, ideal for an intimate meal. Mousai is also a favorite of the business clientele, with the atmosphere being relaxing while providing excellent facilities for functions. With an emphasis on Greek cuisine, Mousai does not disappoint in delivering fast service with quality guaranteed. The Seafood platter is particularly extravagant, with local ingredients being sourced.

Can't find what you are looking for? If there is a listing that is missing from our guide, please use our add listing form and we will consider its addition into our guide.