Given Melbourne’s celebrated restaurant and bar culture that continues to draw in foodies from across the globe, it wouldn’t be too arduous a task to give into your every guilty pleasure. From authentic takes on world-renowned dishes to warm & welcoming restaurants adorned in trendy décor, Melbourne is where you can go on a wide spectrum of culinary journeys from morning till night.

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Variety is at the forefront of the city’s food scene with exciting and insightful adventures awaiting those who desire satisfying their every craving. Thus, in order to make your foodie trips a truly mesmeric experience, take stock of the following regions and neighbourhoods that have transformed the capital city of the State of Victoria into a gastronomic paradise well worth heading over to. If you see yourself in the company of the fine flavours of Greece, then consider exploring every inch of Oakleigh where a slew of Greek restaurants and bakeries can be found. From here, beeline in the direction of Fitzroy where flavoursome takes on Spanish tapas will be served while for a trip through rich, aromatic fare of the Far East, then do make a date with Chinatown. Further, for those seeking to munch on delightful pasta and pizzas, it will be prudent to allocate time for a visit to Carlton. Also, for a memorable cruise through Vietnam accompanied by affordable price tags, then look no further than visiting Richmond.

Regardless of where your paths lead to and which menu you end up pouring over, it is an absolute ‘must’ that you sample one of Melbourne’s most cherished and sought-after creations – smashed avocado on toast. Often paired with a choice of goat’s cheese or feta along with some eggs, this treat will have you salivating at the ends no sooner than the dish’s finer points are explained to you by a smiling waiter or waitress. What’s more? Smashed avocado is available at a majority of cafes in the city and better yet, minute differences can be zoned in on should you have sampled the same at more than one establishment. Complementing smashed avocado is Melbourne’s deep-rooted passion and obsession with coffee. Its coffees and baristas are some of the best that you will encounter in the world with brewing techniques and unique flavours appearing as its major talking points. In terms of where you need to be heading, consider unwinding at Market Lane Coffee, Proud Mary, St. Ali and Seven Seeds Coffee Roasters for rewarding and memorable coffee outings. In fact, if looking for a decent accommodation in the city where such cafes can be accessed, then do look at booking a stay with Avani Melbourne Central Residences which features its own Melbourne hotel restaurant to come over to.

For all things centred on meaty patties, hot sauces, fresh veggies and the softest burger buns in town, do make plans to dine at 8Bit, Huxtaburger, Betty’s Burgers or Good Times where juicy, flavourful burgers are made to tried and tested recipes. With reference to indulging your palate on local flavours and ingredients and that too within a fancy fine dining setting, then head straight for Attica if you desire contemporary fare that focuses a great deal on seasonal produce, Cutler & Co will be your best mate. Where you find yourself strolling through the hustle and bustle of the Central Business District in search of a place to eat, then you certainly will be spoilt for choice. For starters, the restaurant called Tonka will ensure that you are treated to household names in Indian cuisine complete with a sprinkling of ingenuity. Worthy of mention is Chin Chin where you will be in prime position to bask in the glory of a sublime ambience as you are taken through the ins and outs of Thai cuisine. However, for an unforgettable experience of modern-day Aussie food paired with an inviting list of wines, then it would be mandatory to arrive at Cumulus Inc. which is well-known for its brunch spreads.