67Spot Score
Al Dente Enoteca Restaurant
Restaurants · Carlton
Restaurants in Carlton, Melbourne.
4.8(774)· GoogleView details →
Carlton, Melbourne
Best Restaurants in Carlton
Looking for the best restaurants in Carlton? We've gathered 25 standout spots in this corner of Melbourne, each ranked by our independent Spot Score so the strongest picks rise to the top. Carlton has its own character, and the restaurants here reflect it — from neighbourhood favourites locals keep to themselves to places worth a special trip across town. Use the filters to narrow by price, rating, what's open right now and the features that matter to you, then open the map to plan your visit around what else is nearby. We re-check details regularly, so opening hours and information stay current.
Melbourne's dining scene spans cuisines from across the world alongside modern Australian cooking that leans on local produce and seafood. Whether you're after a special-occasion table or a relaxed neighbourhood dinner, the list below is ranked so the consistently excellent rises to the top.
25 spots in Carlton
67Spot Score
Johnny, Vince and Sam’s Ristorante
$$Restaurants · Carlton
Restaurants in Carlton, Melbourne.
4.6(4,575)· GoogleView details →
66Spot Score
Kahaani
Restaurants · Carlton
Restaurants in Carlton, Melbourne.
4.6(1,723)· GoogleView details →
66Spot Score
Carlton Wine Room
$$$Restaurants · Carlton
Inventive tasting menus and a thoughtful wine list, at a chic restaurant in a 19th-century building.
4.7(1,010)· GoogleView details →
66Spot Score
Da Guido La Pasta
$$Restaurants · Carlton
Restaurants in Carlton, Melbourne.
4.6(1,686)· GoogleView details →
65Spot Score
Piccolo Mondo
$$Restaurants · Carlton
Homestyle Italian cuisine in a polished setting with bare-brick walls, courtyard tables & a balcony.
4.5(2,001)· GoogleView details →
64Spot Score
Capitano Carlton
$$Restaurants · Carlton
Pizza, pasta & other Italian favourites are served in this relaxed eatery that has a bar.
4.5(1,079)· GoogleView details →
64Spot Score
Green Man's Arms Bar and Restaurant
$$Restaurants · Carlton
Chill gastropub dishing up seasonal vegetarian share plates & mains, plus area-sourced beer & wine.
4.5(1,194)· GoogleView details →
64Spot Score
Universal Restaurant
$Restaurants · Carlton
Classic Italian dishes & handmade pasta served in a space with modern decor.
4.4(8,092)· GoogleView details →
63Spot Score
Brunetti Classico Carlton
$$Restaurants · Carlton
Italian cafe known for sweets, serving pizza & housemade pasta in a modern space.
4.3(4,667)· GoogleView details →
63Spot Score
Torissong
$$Restaurants · Carlton
Informal Japanese eatery serving yakitori, sashimi, karaage & rice bowls, plus sake & imported beer.
4.4(1,108)· GoogleView details →
62Spot Score
Il Gambero - Italian Restaurant in Carlton
$$Restaurants · Carlton
Thin-crust pizza, plus pasta and mains, in a sleek venue with exposed-brick walls and outdoor seats.
4.3(1,488)· GoogleView details →
61Spot Score
La Spaghettata Restaurant
$$Restaurants · Carlton
Enduring, down-to-earth venue with exposed-brick and vintage art, serving pizza, pasta and wine.
4.2(2,605)· GoogleView details →
61Spot Score
Tiamo
$$Restaurants · Carlton
Pizza, pasta and brunch offered in a bustling, homey setting with covered outdoor tables.
4.2(3,295)· GoogleView details →
60Spot Score
Moksha Dining & Bar
Restaurants · Carlton
Restaurants in Carlton, Melbourne.
4.9(75)· GoogleView details →
60Spot Score
Lord Lygon
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Bars in Carlton, Melbourne.
4.6(176)· GoogleView details →
60Spot Score
Stuzzichino Restaurant & Bar
Restaurants · Carlton
Easygoing cafe/bar with counter stools and streetside tables, cooking Italian dishes and brekkie.
4.4(399)· GoogleView details →
60Spot Score
D.O.C Osteria, Carlton
Restaurants · Carlton
Restaurants in Carlton, Melbourne.
4.5(269)· GoogleView details →
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Restaurants in Carlton — FAQs
What are the best restaurants in Carlton?+
The restaurants in Carlton listed here are ranked by our Spot Score — our independent editorial rating out of 100, combining reputation, popularity, category fit and how recently we verified the details. The highest scorers appear first.
How many restaurants are there in Carlton?+
We currently feature 25 restaurants in Carlton, and we add and re-check venues regularly so the list stays current.
How do I get to Carlton in Melbourne?+
Carlton is one of Melbourne's neighbourhoods — open any venue's page for its exact location, nearby public-transport stops and a map. See our Getting Around guide for tickets and fares.
Do I need to book a restaurant in Melbourne?+
For popular and higher-end restaurants, booking ahead is wise — especially Friday and Saturday nights. Many casual spots take walk-ins. Check the venue's own page or website for the latest, as we don't take bookings on your behalf.