Best Asian Food Restaurants in Portarlington

"The scene: Inspired by unusual flavour combinations that surprise and charm the palate, Ezard has been serving Australian freestyle cuisine for over 17 years, tucked away in the basement of the Adelphi Hotel, along one of the city’s most eclectic streets. The whitewashed walls, crisp linen tablecloths and courteous staff all point to a fine dining restaurant, but the cuisine is a lot more exciting and fun than you might expect from such an elegant dining venue. Using only the finest local and seasonal produce, Teage Ezard creates a selection of tantalising menus from weekday express lunches and pre-theatre dinners to sophisticated a la carte offerings and an eight-course tasting menu with complementary wines to match."

"After more than 20 years, chef Teage Ezard’s eponymous dining room is still among the city’s most acclaimed. His artful fusion of French and Asian cuisines is best experienced with an eight-course degustation (including vegetarian and vegan versions). Only got time or funds for EZARD’s well-priced express lunch or pre-theatre tasting menu?"

"The scene: Set in the heart of Melbourne’s most dynamic culinary precinct, Coda has established itself as a lively and innovative addition to the city’s best fine dining restaurants. Best known for its high-octane energy which billows out the doorway and enticing passers-by to enter, this eatery flaunts a simple, strikingly modern interior, with exposed lightbulbs, wire mesh screens and aluminium-framed windows. The cuisine here is just as contemporary and diverse as the surroundings, with a broad selection of French-Vietnamese plates and a handful of Australian dishes on the menu."

"Explore the galleries before sitting down to lunch at one of the many restaurants on nearby Flinders Lane – Chin Chin and Coda are both standouts. AfternoonMelbourne's city centre is threaded with cobbled laneways, where you could easily lose yourself over a few hours. In these 19th century arcades and alleyways reinvigorated with world-famous street art, you'll find hidden gems at every turn. Enter at Degraves Street, which is lined with cafés and coffee shops, then cross Collins Street to visit the exquisite, 1892-built Block Arcade."

"This little street kitchen seamlessly churns sensational fodder behind RMIT’s city campus. For those with a fear of meat, think of barbecue pork bao, chicken bao, and even a shiitake and tofu bao. Wonderbao is great for a lunch hit or for a quick cure to your three-thirty-itis cup of homemade soy milk."

"Nothing, especially when the vegetarian options are as good as those for meateaters. Grab one filled with fried silky tofu, coriander and crushed peanuts and your day will be complete. Did we mention they’re also a bargain at less than three bucks a bun."

"An iconic eatery in an unknown laneway tucked behind mysterious neon. Lucy Liu has taken hiding their door to a whole new level. Seek them out to be rewarded by juicy dumplings, top tier sashimi and creamy chocolate pave with peanut butter ice cream."

"A destination for those who eat to the beat of their own drum, Melbourne’s Salted Egg on Flinders Lane delivers a dining experience where knowledge and authenticity have a seat at the table."

"Riverland Bar is the original waterfront icon in Melbourne where you can escape the daily grind in our urban beer garden hideaway"

"If you are looking for some really yummy food, don’t miss the Cuff Food + Wine. While this place is open for lunch and dinner too (so if you miss breakky never fear) they have some really awesome breakfast options including totally amazing Acai Bowls. Their muffins are a bit of a vibe too."

"Inspired by the many cafés that line the iconic streets of Rome, Milan and Florence,Caffé e Cucina is both intimate and charming. Taking pride of place along Melbourne’s Chapel Street since it opened in 1988, this café has stood the test of time – and for good reason. Some of the favourites on the menu include beef carpaccio, linguine di mare al Cartoccio and risotto."

"581 Chapel St, Melbourne, Victoria 3141 AustraliaItalian, MediterraneanLunch, DinnerOutdoor Seating, Seating, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Wine and Beer, Accepts American Express, Accepts Mastercard, Accepts Visa, Reservations, Accepts Credit Cards, Table Service[email protected]+61 3 9827 4139http://www.caffeecucina.com.au/"

"A few doors down from Rice Paper Scissors, Hochi Mama is a modern Vietnamese restaurant that spills out onto Liverpool Street. Founded by childhood friends Midawell Phal, Thai Ho and Raymond Phan, Hochi Mama is an extension of the pay-what-you-want pop-up Pho Real. Hochi Mama offers separate lunch and dinner menus packed with contemporary meals inspired by traditional Vietnamese flavours."