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Nothing is over $14 at Frenchie.

With nothing over $14, this new bistro was built for buzz. But is it actually good value?

When was the last time you got a steak – or a dirty martini – for $14? New Collins Street venue Frenchie has a unique flat-price menu, but does it deliver the goods?

  • Tomas Telegramma
The venue sits inside a bluestone building on a quiet Fitzroy side-street.

$5 skewers and a ‘secret’ menu: Your cheat sheet to the city’s latest Filipino restaurant

Find real-deal Filipino flavours at a new spot off Smith Street in Fitzroy. It’s all about hearty brunch, snacky night menus and wallet-friendly prices.

  • Tomas Telegramma
Bessie’s has opened in the old Chefs’ Warehouse site on Albion Street, Surry Hills.

What to order at the new wood-fired restaurant from the team behind Bar Copains

Chefs Morgan McGlone and Nathan Sasi enlisted a wood-fire expert for their new Surry Hills venue.

  • Scott Bolles
The entrance to the main dining room at Marmelo, the new restaurant from Sydney restaurant royalty, Ross and Sunny Lusted.

An insider’s guide to Marmelo, Melbourne’s much-anticipated new party season hotspot

Ross and Sunny Lusted open their long-awaited restaurant and bar project in what has just become one of the city’s most vibrant pockets.

  • Ardyn Bernoth
Mid Air restaurant sits 12 storeys above Russell Street.

Russell Street’s stunning new rooftop serves up big Med flavours and all-new city views

Lamb doner, cheesy Greek pastries and a dash of Aussie nostalgia headline a menu that’s built for a summer of fun.

  • Emma Breheny
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The pork rib-eye at Maison Batard, Chris Lucas’ new restaurant in Bourke Street.

First look: How Chris Lucas’ four-level Maison Batard is set to redefine Bourke Street

It’s been a long time coming, but the exuberant “dining house” is finally ready to take the top end of Bourke Street by storm.

  • Tomas Telegramma
The Sari-Sari Sparkle (left), W.A.M martini and Tito Ray each come with a backstory.

It’s tropical drinks, below-zero martinis, and elite snacks at new Filipino bar Inuman

Your summer starts here. Climb the stairs to reach a rooftop bar that’s channelling island vibes coupled with big-city style.

  • Emma Breheny
Arnold’s eclectic interior features a cork-tiled bar and a disco ball.

First look: This inner-city village finally gets the laid-back wine bar it was missing

Homely spot Arnold’s goes big on fun and flavour, serving up punchy snacks beyond the usual suspects.

  • Daniela Frangos
The team behind Elio’s Place (L-R): Adam Mariani, Gareth Flood, Elisa Mariani and Matilde Razzoli.

What’s the dealio with Elio’s? Everything you need to know about Flinders Lane’s new bistro

Elio’s Place has you covered all day, every day – from “scrambled pancakes” for brekkie to a full Euro-style menu into the evenings.

  • Tomas Telegramma
East meets West in a bowl of casarecce with Lao sausage, snake beans and garlic chives.

Your inside guide to the best eats and seats at Richmond’s reopened Anchovy restaurant

The lowdown on where to sit and what to order to give you the very best dining experience at the top-rated Vietnamese restaurant.

  • Dani Valent