Things to Do in Richmond, Melbourne Known for its diverse food scene, especially along Victoria Street, where there are some of the best Vietnamese restaurants in the city. The area also features the Melbourne Cricket Ground, a must-see for sports fans looking to catch a game.
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The Chocolate House & Cafe ★ 4.7 · 181 Chocolate Shop
Mon–Fri 6 AM – 5 PM
Sat 7:30 AM – 4 PM
Sun Closed
Gleadell Street Market ★ 4.7 · 274 Market
Mon–Fri Closed
Sat 7 AM – 1 PM
Sun Closed Where to eat & drink in Richmond
Corner Hotel ★ 4.4 · 3.9k Live Music· A$20–40
Popular live music venue for local & international acts, with a rooftop bar & pub grub menu.
Mon Closed
Tue–Thu 12 PM – 1 AM
Fri 12 PM – 3 AM
Sat 12 PM – 3 AM
Sun 12 PM – 1 AM
Maker Richmond ★ 4.8 · 309 Coffee Roastery
A specialty coffee roaster in Melbourne offering premium single-origin beans, espresso subscriptions, and brewing equipment.
Mon–Fri 7 AM – 2 PM
Sat 8 AM – 2 PM
Sun 8 AM – 2 PM
Royston Hotel ★ 4.7 · 1.6k Brewery· A$20–40
Jumping corner pub with a horseshoe-shaped centre bar, serving burgers, steaks and craft beer.
Mon Closed
Tue–Wed 4 PM – 11 PM
Thu 12 PM – 11 PM
Fri 12 PM – 12 AM
Sat 12 PM – 12 AM
Sun 12 PM – 10 PM
Minamishima ★ 4.6 · 908 Japanese· A$200+
Japanese fine dining, with meals prepared tableside, in a cosmopolitan, minimalist setting.
Mon Closed
Tue–Fri 6 PM – 10:30 PM
Sat 6 PM – 10:30 PM
Sun Closed
Salona ★ 4.7 · 525 Greek· A$60–140
Gyros, calamari and creamy dips, plus cocktails, in a narrow room with Hellenic-flavoured murals.
Mon–Wed 5 PM – 10 PM
Thu–Fri 12 PM – 11 PM
Sat 12 PM – 11 PM
Sun 12 PM – 8:30 PM
Rowena Parade Corner Store ★ 4.6 · 481 Coffee Shop· A$20–40
Brekkie, burgers and Greek dishes, offered in a bright, warm setting with a vintage vibe.
Mon Closed
Tue–Fri 7:30 AM – 3 PM
Sat 8 AM – 3 PM
Sun 8 AM – 3 PM Planning time in Richmond?
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