Carlton North
- Review
- Bar Carnation
Opened in the shadow of its predecessor Gerald’s, Bar Carnation is startlingly bright
Gerald’s Bar’s successor continues the successful formula of good drinks plus good people plus good food equals the best times.
- Besha Rodell
- Review
- Gerald's Bar
Gerald’s Bar
One of Melbourne’s defining wine bars dials up the deliciousness in big new digs.
- Besha Rodell
- Recommended
- Bar Carnation
Bar Carnation
The more casual sibling to Carnation Canteen, in the former Gerald’s Bar site.
- Tomas Telegramma
Carnation Canteen’s new bar – in the original Gerald’s site – is already a neighbourhood hotspot
Audrey Shaw knew the Rathdowne Street site came with big shoes to fill. She’s honoured its iconic history with a respectful, yet (mostly) fresh perspective.
- Tomas Telegramma
- Review
- Gerald's Bar
Beloved Gerald’s Bar has been transplanted to another iconic site. Has its soul survived?
The artwork and ephemera are familiar, the owners are the same, the free crusty bread is still on offer. But this new iteration is a dramatic contrast to the original.
- Besha Rodell
- Review
- Edita’s Fish ‘n’ Chips
The viral fish burger might catch your eye, but it’s not our critic’s go-to order at Edita’s
The new-school fish-and-chip shop combines Pacific Islander family traditions with Melbourne’s love for fried and battered meat, seafood and potatoes.
- Besha Rodell
- Recommended
- Calle Bakery
Calle Bakery
Joine the queue for viral custard croissant wheels and Parisian hot chocolate.
This A+ spiced-up Chinese bolognese toastie has a satisfying cheese pull
There’s also tongue-tingling Sichuan pepper and a “game-changing” ingredient that delivers a deeply golden shell.
- Tomas Telegramma