DATE NIGHT IDEAS
MARCHE BOARD GAME CAFE
63 A’Beckett Street, Melbourne
2:00 pm to 11:00 pm
Cosy atmosphere, expansive menu, and affordable prices. $22 gets you three hours of play and a drink of your choice; plenty of time to destroy your date in Monopoly!
RED ROCKS FLAME GRILL
96 Burwood Road, Hawthorn
10:30 am to 8:00 pm—Mon – Sat
Chicken rolls and giant fries just down the road from St James Park! Red Rocks is the best place for a quick bite or low-fuss picnic.
CANDIED BAKERY
136 Hall Street, Spotswood
7:00 am to 3:30 pm—Tues – Sun
Nestled in a quiet westside suburb lies a treasure trove of baked goods. There’s no shortage of menu items here and everything is up for grabs. Come for the Philly cheesesteak sandwich (vegan option available!), stay for the choc pretzel brownie, and take home a slice of candied pie a la Momofuku Milk Bar’s signature dish. An effortlessly cool and cute spot to impress your date.
BY KOREA
15 Tattersalls La, Melbourne
11:30 am to 10:00 pm
A cute little Korean place down a side alley in Chinatown. It’s a small hidden restaurant with delicious food and a cosy atmosphere. If you want to grab food away from the main paths and have a conversation with your partner, this is the place to go.
SIGLO
2/161 Spring St, Melbourne
5:00 pm to 3:00 am—Mon – Sat
Stunning view of Parliament House in an enclosed balcony that transports you to a movie-like hidden escape from the bustling city. Siglo is moody, sexy, and cosy—perfect for splitting a bottle of wine and talking with your date until your voices hurt.
FRANCE SOIR
11 Toorak Rd, South Yarra
12:00 pm to 12:00 am
Snails, steak tartare, and other classics in a cosy, convivial space. And the menus are scribbled on mirrors.
BLACK KITE COMMUNE
30 Russell Place, Melbourne
4:00 pm to 1:00 am
Straight out of a film noir, this elegant bar offers a variety of aged collections, including a wide range from Australian wineries. There’s also an extensive food menu that includes a scrumptious assortment of cheeses.
POSTAL LANE EATERIES
Postal Ln, Melbourne
Tucked away in Melbourne’s CBD, Postal Lane is a hidden gem perfect for a stylish and relaxed date. The laneway’s charming lantern-lit paths and lush vertical gardens create a cozy, intimate atmosphere. With a variety of eateries like cozy pizzerias, casual Vietnamese spots, and fresh sushi bars, it’s easy to enjoy a delicious meal while soaking in the laneway’s unique vibe. Whether a romantic evening or a casual outing, Postal Lane offers a memorable experience in the heart of the city.
