Best Gelato in Dandenong

"Brunetti's recent revamp of its flagship store in Carlton has transformed it into an enormous, mosaic wonderland of Italian desserts. With a gelati bar at one end and curvaceous cabinets framing an array of pastries peeling up to the other, Brunetti is a Melbourne staple that still knows how to deliver the goods, like frittole (doughnuts with pinenuts and sultanas), custard-filled panzerotto, and bigne di San Giuseppe, full of strega chantilly cream. Take home a cake, such as the chocolate money-bag Bacio, for an impressive dessert."

"Restaurants Vegan Fitzroy. This take-away spot makes plant-based desserts: we're talking soft serve, gelato and cakes, plus maca fudge bars, matcha almond tarts and bounty bites. On the drinks menu, you'll find spiced mylks, cold pressed juices, smoothies and thick shakes (all vegan, of course)."

"ToorakThe gist: Imagine sexy French waiters in white waistcoats, that passionately open Chenin Blanc while rolling their eyes at you as if you ask for anything but medium-rare. Their wine list is a bound folder, and their menu is A3 and laminated, but underneath the novelty of it all is just good old-fashioned French comfort food, cooked to perfection with many dollops of butter. The food: French bistro comfort food.The cost: You can spend as little or as much as you’d like to at France-Soir."

"When it comes to searching for a juicy Melbourne steak, France Soir should be one of the first names that spring to mind. This South Yarra favourite is the burly elder statesman for Melbourne’s meat lovers – dependable, powerful, and truly a master of the game. There’s plenty to chew on at this eternally busy French institution, from the $22 snails served swimming in garlic butter, to the $26 calamari with chorizo and jalapenos."

"511 Malvern Rd, Toorak, Stonnington, Victoria 3142 AustraliaFrench, EuropeanLunch, Dinner, Late NightReservations, Seating, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Accepts American Express, Accepts Mastercard, Accepts Visa, Accepts Credit Cards, Table Service+61 3 9824 0888http://www.bistrothierry.com/"

"175 Swan St, Richmond, Yarra, Victoria 3121 AustraliaFrench, European, InternationalLunch, Dinner, Late NightReservations, Seating, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Table Service+61 3 9428 3585http://www.noirrestaurant.com.au"

"It feels like an urban jungle inside Abacus, where you’ll eat among verdant subtropical plants and a large fig tree rising out from polished concrete and marbled tables. All the greenery, matched with smooth wooden benches, glowing spherical lights and brown leather banquettes make for a beautiful, zen-filled backdrop for your #instaeats. 383 Chapel Street, South Yarra"

"A farm to fork mantra sets the tone for the brunch menu, which has everything from fruit filled bircher to scrambled eggs & seaweed. 383 Chapel St, South Yarra"