Our theatres are located in the heart of Melbourne's vibrant city centre, with many pre-theatre and post-show dining options available within walking distance of the theatres.
Drinks and snacks are available at all of our theatre bars, but if you are after something more substantial, please see below some restaurant options close to the theatres.
JUNI MELBOURNE
136 Exhibition Street, Melbourne
Located in the heart of Melbourne’s theatre district, JUNI by Michael Lambie is a Southeast Asian Bar and Dining Room offering a bold, flavour-packed menu centred on ‘Fire and Spice,’ featuring a range of shareable dishes.
Notable options include succulent Chinese roast duck, sizzling half shell scallops, and house made crayfish dumplings. Vegetarians can enjoy a comforting yellow curry with grilled eggplant and crispy tempeh.
JUNI is ideal for pre-theatre dining or late-night meet-ups, with an extensive drink menu that includes fine wines, craft cocktails, premium spirits, beers, and sake.
JUNI's vibrant interior creates a lively, welcoming atmosphere, with a large bar at the front leading into the dining hall, and a private dining room upstairs.
Pre-Post Show menu available. Open everyday 12pm til late.
Close to: Regent Theatre, Princess Theatre, Comedy Theatre Her Majesty's
JAPANESE TEPPANYAKI INN
182 Collins Street, Melbourne
Japanese Teppanyaki Inn offers a refined and authentic teppanyaki dining experience in the heart of Melbourne’s CBD. Established in 1975, the restaurant is recognised as one of Australia’s original teppanyaki venues, maintaining a traditional approach that focuses on culinary precision, ingredient quality, and attentive service.
The menu is structured around curated set courses, featuring high-quality selections such as tender beef, fresh seafood, and seasonal vegetables. This format reflects the traditional philosophy of teppanyaki dining - simplicity, balance, and respect for ingredients.
Japanese Teppanyaki Inn is suited to both intimate dining and group occasions, offering a more understated and classic alternative to modern teppanyaki venues. Its long-standing presence on Collins Street, combined with its commitment to traditional cooking techniques, continues to position it as a destination for those seeking an authentic Japanese dining experience.
Close to: Regent Theatre & Forum Melbourne
THE GEORGE ON COLLINS
162-168 Collins Street, Melbourne
Experience fun, upmarket dining and share plates at The George on Collins in the heart of Melbourne’s CBD.
Nestled in the heritage Georges Building on Collins Street, this modern Southeast Asian restaurant exudes elegant charm with bench seating in the main parlour inviting perching on a stool to linger over a cheeky cocktail, while cosy velvet booths are ideal for a romantic rendezvous with someone special.
Enjoy a delicious pre-show banquet menu for $65pp featuring some of The George’s most iconic dishes like Green Chicken Curry and Prawn Toast + Happy Hour specials such as $12 cocktails & $8 wines from 3pm - 6pm (Tues- Fri).
Opening Sundays from 11am from 17 November to 15 December - perfect if you are attending the Sister Act matinee at the Regent Theatre.
Close to: Regent Theatre & Forum Melbourne
MILL PLACE MERCHANTS
2 Mill Place, Melbourne
Tucked behind a monogrammed red door in the heart of the city, Mill Place Merchants is a speakeasy bar offering classic cocktails and delicious bites, perfect for pre-show drinks or a post-show nightcap.
Located in a heritage-listed building from the 1840s, once home to bustling hat, soap, and candle factories, the bar blends historic charm with a vibrant atmosphere.
Its cocktail list pays homage to the original masters of mixology, transporting guests back to Melbourne’s glory days.
Ticket holders can enjoy Mill Place Merchants’ The Merchants Supper – featuring a selection of 3 hot & cold snacks, cured meats, cheeses, olives & condiments, served on a beautiful Charlie Stand for $85 (usually $95) or with two cocktails for $130 (usually $145)
Open Tuesday to Saturday, 5 pm to late, bookings recommended, walk-ins welcome.
Close to: Regent Theatre & Forum Melbourne
ANTARA
128 Exhibition Street, Melbourne
Set on Exhibition Street, Antara – the sibling of two-hat restaurant, ARU – is the perfect spot to dine pre-theatre.
Cosy banquettes and bar-style perches offer privacy or a view into the theatre of the open kitchen, where Head Chef Juan Lantadilla Tapia puts together a menu cooked over charcoal or the wood oven.
Start off with Aperitivo at 4.30pm, where an enticing selection of small plates meet cocktails, wines and spritzes at happy hour prices. Linger a bit longer for dinner – we recommend the $69 A Taste of Antara menu – designed to give you a teaser of Antara, just in time before your show.
An extensive wine list and house made cocktails will ease you into the evening.
Antara is open Tuesdays to Saturdays, from 4.30pm (Aperitivo) and 5pm (dinner). Bookings are recommended, walk-ins welcome.
Close to: Princess Theatre, Comedy Theatre, Forum Melbourne
FEDERICI AT THE PRINCESS THEATRE
163 Spring Street, Melbourne
Federici is located at the Princess Theatre in the heart of Melbourne’s CBD. The venue is filled with natural light and offers both indoor and outdoor seating.
As part of the Princess Theatre, Federici is open from 90 minutes prior to each scheduled performance and offers a range of ‘Spuntini’ (small plate food options) with local wines, beers and cocktails.
Drop in for a quick bite or drink before the show. No bookings, walk-ins welcome.