Criniti's

Criniti’s is a vibrant chain of restaurants with a Melbourne outpost in Carlton. High energy dining in a unique space, Criniti’s has a cosmopolitan glow about it with a downtown design.

Carmine's Bistro

Blending the best of local produce with authentic Italian cooking, Carmine’s Bistro satisfies families and gourmet diners alike.

The Roving Marrow @ The Astor

One of Melbourne’s buzziest food strips welcomes back a local icon as The Astor on Carlton’s Lygon Street reopens with an innovative new restaurant and bar concept. 

Hotel Lincoln

MoVida Aqui’s ex-manager, Iain Ling has taken over historic Carlton pub, Hotel Lincoln. While the iconic pub’s architectural features have remained the same, the food offerings have been revamped. 

Chai Carlton

Gastrology bloggers dined courtesy of MATRADE's Malaysian Kitchen Program.

A simple shopfront just off Swanston Street, sandwiched between Lincoln and Argyle Square is home to one of the most authentic tasting Malaysian street-food experiences in Melbourne.

Colombian Sundays @ Piqueos

Gastrology bloggers dined courtesy of Piqueos.

A restaurant inspired by travels to Peru and Argentina, Piqueos delights with a menu of regional and street dishes that best represent these two countries.

NL House

Gastrology bloggers dined courtesy of MATRADE's Malaysian Kitchen Program.

NL House brings Malaysian street-food culture, and hawker dishes to the heart of Melbourne.

Pidapipó Gelateria opens permanent store, just in time for summer

Gastrology bloggers dined courtesy of Pidapipó.

Lovers of gelato have much to celebrate this summer as Pidapopo has opened its new store on Lygon Street – and this time, the store is permanent.

Brunch @ Middle Fish

Gastrology bloggers dined courtesy of Middle Fish.

Middle Fish brings the vibrancy of the Thai café culture to Melbourne. With a focus on authentic, Southern Thai cuisine as well as an emphasis on interior design and service, Middle Fish offers something distinctive for Melbourne’s café culture.

Green Park launch Media Dinner

Gastrology bloggers dined courtesy of Green Park.

Blending the best of local produce with Spanish-influenced cooking, Green Park is an all-day eatery and bar. Occupying the space formerly known as St Ali North, the restaurant seeks to satisfy families and gourmet diners alike with good food made from the highest quality ingredients.

What happened to Pugg Mahones?

Gastrology bloggers dined courtesy of the Shaw Davey Slum.

After 15 weeks of demolition and build, what used to be home to Pugg Mahones in Carlton has finally opened its doors as The Shaw Davey Slum. “The Slum”, as it has been affectionately termed, is unique in style, presentation and represents great value for money.

Carlton's top 3 frozen dessert venues | Win an ‘Ultimate Northside Experience’ | Win a $50 voucher from 400 Gradi

Gastrology have teamed up with hockingstuart to celebrate the inner-north suburbs of Melbourne (from North Melbourne, Carlton, Brunswick, Northcote and everything in between).

hockingstuart are on a mission to celebrate everything unique and wonderful about the north, including its amazing restaurants and food offering.

To celebrate the north, we have compiled a list of our top 3 favourite frozen dessert options (not in any order - they are equal favourites!) in wonderful Carlton.

Markov's makeover

Location: 350 Drummond Street, Carlton
Phone: 03 9347 7113
Link: http://www.markov.com.au/
Cuisine: Gastropub, Pub/Bar

Markov Beer & Dining had recently undergone an "extreme makeover". Now it’s Markov: a craft beer and dining venue in a designer warehouse space.

Date with Helados Jauja (ice cream appreciation masterclass)

Location: 254 Lygon Street, Carlton
Phone: 03 9041 2927
Link: http://www.heladosjauja.com.au/
Cuisine: Desserts/Ice Cream, Latin American, Breakfast/Brunch
Overall Impression: 8.5/10

Helados ‘Jauja' (pronounced “hkow-hka”) is winning Melbourne over one scoop at a time by serving delicious, authentic and unique artisan ice creams and sorbets - all meticulously handmade using real ingredients. That means no artificial flavouring, colouring, or gelatine.

Dine Hear Restaurant Review: D.O.C. Pizza & Mozzarella

Location: 295 Drummond Street, Carlton
Phone: 03 9347 2998 , VIC 3053
Link: http://www.docgroup.net/
Cuisine:  Italian, Pizza
Overall Impression: 9/10

Named D.O.C. after ''denominazione di origine controllata'' (an identification given to food product meeting the requirements of production in a certain region of Italy), the pizzas at D.O.C are as authentic as you can get in Melbourne.