Night Bites — A Progressive Dinner of Melbourne's best food
About this activity
Highlights
- Explore Melbourne's vibrant laneways
- Savor diverse culinary delights
- Learn about the city's rich food history
- Experience local culture firsthand
- Enjoy a progressive dinner adventure
Full description
Included / Excluded
- Local, English-speaking guide
- Guaranteed group size maximum of 8
- 4 Food Stops of Melbourne's best dishes
- Depending on the tour stops on the day alcoholic beverages may be available for purchase at the guests' expense.
Itinerary
Meet your guide and fellow travelers (max 8 guests) at the fountain in Gordon Reserve. Your guide learns about your food preferences and dietary needs, then crafts your personalized route through Melbourne's best culinary neighborhoods.
Explore Melbourne's vibrant Chinatown at peak evening activity. Taste hand-folded dumplings, Michelin-starred dim sum, or Asian fusion bites while learning about the Chinese migrants who established this historic district in the 1850s. Possible stops: Shan Dong Mama, Tim Ho Wan, Wang's Crispy Pancake, or local fusion favorites
Experience Melbourne's multicultural food scene with authentic Indian, Thai, or other international cuisine from beloved local institutions. Possible stops: Chapati (Indian Dhai Puri & curries), Cookie (Thai), Muli Express (fresh oysters), or Spring Rock (iconic lamb nuggets)
Navigate world-famous laneways like Hosier Lane and discover hidden gems. Enjoy your included beverage at a top-tier Melbourne venue - laneway bar, wine cellar door, or restaurant with great drinks selection - while learning about Melbourne's immigration history and street culture.
End with Melbourne's best sweet treats - innovative ice cream, traditional Italian granita, or seasonal artisan desserts. Our tour concludes in central Melbourne CBD near Federation Square or Swanston Street (approximately 10:00 PM) with excellent public transport connections.
Important information
Know before you book
- Check the tour's availability on your desired date
- Inform the operator of any dietary restrictions in advance
- Be prepared for a walking tour lasting approximately 3 hours
Know before you go
- Wear comfortable walking shoes
- Bring a light jacket for cooler evenings
- Ensure you're comfortable with moderate walking
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Accessibility
- Service Animals Allowed
- Easy Public Transport
- Stroller Accessible
Good to know
- Unfortunately due to the dynamic nature of the food spots we visit, we cannot accommodate any dietary requirements on this tour
- Please provide at least 24 hours notice if you have accessibility needs on tour
Traveler reviews
Simon was a great tour...
Simon was a great tour guide! He was super considerate of any food preferences/allergies and reached out beforehand to confirm everything. The food / bar stops were all great and loved ending it at a gelato shop that had a bunch of unique flavors! All of our stops were sit down places which is fine and I appreciate that they told us this tour was premium restaurants. Typically food tours I go on (and personally prefer) are street food so this was different, but a nice change. I loved hearing that there was a previous participant on our tour and, aside from one restaurant that she liked and requested to go back to, the rest were brand new for her on this round. I think it shows that this company takes time to research and has a bunch of places up their sleeve versus rotating the same ones every time. Highly recommend!
Great activity
Simon was wonderful. He provided history about the area and food culture. The food he selected was all delicious dishes. We were full at the end of the tour. Come hungry! Highly recommend.
What a great way to experience Melbourne
Our guide Simon was very informative and very knowledgeable. He clearly loves sharing his love of good food and this showed throughout our tour of several locations we visited. We learnt a lot about the buildings in Melbourne as well as trying foods we would never have ventured with before. Can’t recommend Simon enough. Have already recommended him to our Australian friends.
Great foodie night
Had almost private tour (only two of us) with Simon. He’s an excellent guide - fun, friendly and in love with food. Knows Melbourne food scene very well and talks about it with great enthusiasm.
Very knowledgeable guide with excellent taste
Well worth the experience. I only had one evening in Melbourne for a long layover and thoroughly enjoyed this experience. I was so impressed with Simon's knowledge of the food scene in Melbourne. He knew the owners, their stories and interesting tidbits that kept us going. He was very conscious of food allergies and restrictions. He even taught me about some common ingredients that were incompatible with my food allergy!