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5 Affordable Date Night Restaurants around Melbourne
03/02/2025
We can all agree that dining out can sometimes feel as if it’s delicious but incredibly dear. So, to help you, we’ve done some swiping and we’ve found the ultimate match: affordable date night restaurants.
Far from anything dreadful or dreary, these dining spots are delightful, delicious and, exactly what you need for your next date night.
Perfect for every type of budget; whether you’re wanting something casual or charming, intimate or indulgent, we’ve got you covered! So spend more time with your special someone and get reading through our list of the best date night venues in Melbourne that won’t break the bank!
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Bar Idda
Brunswick East, Melbourne, VictoriaFrench may be considered as the language of love. But, when it comes to food, undeniably Italian cuisine appeases all of the senses. Of course, if you’re looking for something more intimate in style, Bar Idda in Brunswick East will certainly tick all your boxes. And, come a Friday and Saturday night, Bar Idda offers a fantastic Festa set menu for just $70 per person. Here you can fall in love with the likes of Focaccia, Slow Cooked Beef and Pork Ragu, Patati Fritti and even a Pistachio Cream Cannoli. Yum!
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Hunter & Barrel Eastland
Ringwood, Melbourne, VictoriaTucked away in Eastland Shopping Centre, that’s 30-minutes from the CBD, is one of our favourite steak restaurants in Melbourne Hunter & Barrel. Despite their focus on world-class produce – which can be found in everything from the meat to the wine – Hunter & Barrel is the perfect spot for a decadent date night whilst keeping on budget. Take The Explorer Menu for instance. For $79 per person, you and your special someone can savour your way through a self-selected starter, main, and a dessert to finish.
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Moonhouse
Balaclava, Melbourne, VictoriaIf you’re in the mood for something extravagant but you’re bank account says otherwise, venture out to Balaclava in Melbourne’s south-east for an affordable feast. Welcome to Moonhouse! Operating under hospitality experts Commune Group, Moonhouse is a cross between art deco and classic Chinese cuisine. Starting at just $49 per person, Moonhouse has four set menus to choose from which include fan favourites such as the Chicken & Prawn Wonton, Kale Fried Rice, Roast Duck Pancakes and even Fried Milk Tea Ice-Cream.
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It's perfect for bottomless brunch with friends or a meal and vino to warm the soulYou need to try the adored Puttanesca Parmigiana or Spaghetti alla PuttanescaLook out for the mid-week specials at the Front BarPuttanesca Osteria
Kew, Melbourne, VictoriaSitting on High Street in Kew is a charming yet casual Italian bar and eatery that will make you feel part of the family from the moment you walk inside. With plenty of Italian classics to pick and choose from, we recommend visiting on a Saturday for their Bottomless Brunch experience. An inexpensive yet equally unique date idea, this satisfying summer offering includes bottomless cocktails and plenty of pizza for just $69 per person. Be sure to leave room for an Amalfi Breeze or two!
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It's perfect for a cosy dinner where Mediterranean food is cooked with fire and without bordersYou need to experience the 'you pick, we cook' menu where you design a meal that's uniquely yoursLook out for the char grilled double cheeseburger on the lunch menuYakamoz
Brunswick East, Melbourne, VictoriaFinding a date night venue that won’t break the bank can sometimes feel a little like tough love. But Brunswick East’s Yakamoz may just be the perfect solution. With head chef Cagri Ergin at its helm, Yakamoz on Lygon Street focuses on Mediterranean cuisine with a heavy Turkish influence. Classic, creative and charming, Yakamoz has a $68 per person offering with includes two cold meze, two hot meze, one large main dish, one side and, a dessert to spoon through together.
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