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Around the World in Melbourne


Like travelling? Well you can go around the world to places you miss or have never been to, experience the fantastic cuisine and culture, and you can do it all in Melbourne.

Some restaurants not on this website that are also on the list:

Saigon Garden, Prahran
The Panama Dining Room, Fitzroy

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Cafe Barcelona
St Kilda
Reminds me of Barcelona. The paella is fantastic and is great way to share a dish with friends. It's also where we discovered Licor 43. A lovely vanilla liqueur on ice.

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Santorini Restaurant Williamstown
Williamstown
If you want beautiful greek food in a setting that may even remind you of Greece, check it out.

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Osaka
St Kilda
Reminds me Osaka. Sushi offerings are great and the privacy of the tatami rooms are a nice touch.

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Manchester Lane
Melbourne
Reminds of Manchester... ok, not at all. But the food was great and the service is fantastic and you can hang around and enjoy the music after dinner.

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Sahara
Melbourne
Reminds me of the Sahara... well, not really. This place was such a surprise, with pleasant Moroccan influences and a beautiful location. Make sure to get a window seat so you can watch the city go by from above.

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Dalmatino
Port Melbourne
Reminds me of the Dalmatino Coast in Croatia. Beautiful entree serve of cured meats and a hearty main course, with a nice selection of imported wines.

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Santiago
Middle Park
Reminds me of Santiago... if only I had been there, but it makes me want to visit. The best paella in town and a lovely little place with lots of cultural items on the walls.

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Italy 1 at Camberwell
Camberwell
Reminds me of Italy...Food and service was fantastic. Linguini Marinara and succulent duck were the stand out!

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Koh Samui Restaurant
Middle Park
I haven't been to Koh Samui myself, but this is a very nice and cosy restaurant. Pad Thai was wonderful!

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Shanghai Village
Melbourne
You really do feel like your in Shangahi. Dumpings are great and so cheap.