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Summer Dining
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ptic Kitchen + Bar is the newest place to eat and meet at Federation Square. Located adjacent to ACMI, Optic can be accessed via Main Square or internally from ACMI, making it the ideal spot to meet before or after a visit to ACMI, a quick lunch for CBD workers and a great place to meet after work or on the way to the theatre, the arts precinct or the “G”. The decor is modern with a choice of bar seating, tables & chairs, lounge areas and private booths. The menus are equally as innovative – with meal choices divided into Minis, Minors, Boards and Majors. Venue Manager John Kanis
says the tasting boards – which include a selection of charcuterie, cheese and vegetarian options – are proving to be one of the most popular choices to share.
or an experience that is truly Melbourne, spend an afternoon or evening looking out onto the Yarra River and CBD from Waterfront Southgate. With a terrace enclosed by greenery but still very much immersed in the life of Southbank, Waterfront is the perfect location to enjoy good food and wine in a relaxed yet refined atmosphere.
to plate without compromising their natural brilliance. The seafood paella for two ($65) can be found on several surrounding tables at any given service, and the beverage list is equally impressive, with wines to compliment every meal as well as a delicious range of cocktails that are sure to beat the summer heat.
The restaurant’s design, detail and architecture reads like its menu; classically fine and impressively fresh. In the center of the restaurant stands a dedicated sushi/oyster bar, shucking oysters for order and delivering a unique offering within the stretch of Southbank restaurants.
You might come for the view, you might stay for the delicious food and ambience, but one thing’s for sure – you will be back again this summer.
The menu highlights Waterfront’s philosophy of respecting local ingredients from sea and farm
WATERFRONT 03 9686 9766 waterfrontsouthgate.com.au
Optic is fully licensed with cider and beers on tap and an extensive wine list. It offers all day dining from mid-morning until late. Optic is operated by Peter Rowland Catering, which also manages functions at ACMI. OPTIC optic@peterrowland.com.au 03 8663 2277 fedsquare.com/eatdrink/optic-kitchen-bar
Welcome to a
TA R R A W A R R A
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middle brighton
The Baths Middle Brighton is a historic landmark housing a Cafe & Bar, Restaurant, Private Dining Room and Kiosk and one of Australia’s only remaining open water sea baths. The Restaurant offers a $45pp 2 course and $55pp 3 course December lunch special menu including a glass of wine, Monday – Saturday The Baths Middle Brighton has many reasons to visit come and discover them for yourselves!
251 Esplanade, Brighton T: 03 9539 7000 F: 03 9539 7017 www.middlebrightonbaths.com.au