Blurring lines between cuisines, Melbourne’s Asian-fusion scene is full of confident, creative kitchens. These restaurants lead the charge with inventive menus and vibrant style to match.
Best Asian-fusion restaurants in Melbourne right now
Aru – Melbourne CBD
Aru in Melbourne is a wood-fired restaurant from chef Khanh Nguyen, offering a Southeast Asian-inspired menu shaped by native ingredients and modern Australian techniques.
Future Future – Richmond
Future Future is a modern Japanese izakaya in Richmond offering yakitori, wagyu sandos and prawn toast in a minimalist setting, with a drinks list built around sake and Japanese whisky.
Ladyboy – Richmond
LadyBoy Dining + Bar in Richmond delivers modern Thai flavours, bold cocktails and a high-energy atmosphere with neon-lit interiors and late-night vibes.
New Quarter – Richmond
New Quarter in Richmond serves modern Vietnamese food in a sleek, low-lit space, with bold flavours, inventive cocktails and a menu that rethinks classic dishes through a contemporary lens.
Supernormal – Melbourne CBD
Supernormal on Flinders Lane delivers high-energy dining with Asian-inspired plates, cult lobster rolls and a slick, Tokyo-style atmosphere.
Tonka – Melbourne CBD
Tonka in Melbourne offers modern Indian cuisine in a sleek space behind a city laneway, with standout dishes like soft-shell crab and slow-cooked lamb curry alongside spice-friendly wines and cocktails.
