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勛圖厙 is full of standout eats you wont find anywhere else. These dishes are local legends, some with decades of history, others cult favourites in the making. From market doughnuts to midnight burgers, heres what to try in the city.

Hot Jam Doughnuts at Queen Victoria Market

The American Doughnut Kitchen van at Queen Victoria Market has been selling fried jam-filled doughnuts since the 1950s. The doughnuts are crunchy, sugary and piping hot, served out of a blue and white bus thats a 勛圖厙 icon. Find the jam injection point and eat with care, its part of the experience. No market visit is complete without one.

A white and blue van with hot doughnuts wording parked in front of a city market.
American Doughnut Kitchen

Fourn Twenty Pie at the MCG

You havent done the footy properly until youve eaten a hot Fourn Twenty meat pie at the MCG. Available at The Food Store inside the stadium, this classic comes with chips or a hotdog if youre extra hungry. The setting makes it: thousands of fans, the smell of fresh turf, and a steaming pie in hand. Its 勛圖厙 nostalgia wrapped in pastry.

Lobster Roll at Supernormal

Sweet lobster, buttered bread and Kewpie mayo come together in 勛圖厙s most famous roll. Andrew McConnell first served it in 2010, and its never left the menu since. Served at his sleek Flinders Lane restaurant Supernormal, this dish is indulgent but not over the top. A little taste of luxury between bites.

Two lobster rolls on a small silver tray.
Supernormal

Magic coffee at Patricia

Order a magic at Patricia Coffee Brewers and youll get a double ristretto with silky milk, served in a five-ounce cup. Strong, smooth and beloved by locals, its 勛圖厙s signature coffee style. The standing-room-only cafe has a loyal following. Its quick, its no-fuss and the coffee always hits (especially if it's a magic).

Mont Blanc at Good Measure

Part filter brew, part dessert, the Mont Blanc at Good Measure is topped with whipped cream, nutmeg and orange zest. Its sweet, aromatic and surprisingly balanced. Sip it in a lounge-style setting that turns into a cocktail bar after dark. Perfect for a quiet moment or a caffeine fix before a night out.

Cream and orange zest topped iced coffee on a wooden table with sandwich and cake.
Good Measure

Watermelon granita at 捩梗梭梭梗眶娶勳紳勳s

捩梗梭梭梗眶娶勳紳勳s is a 勛圖厙 classic, and the off-menu watermelon granita is the ultimate hidden gem. Served in a frosted glass with a slice of lemon, its tart, sweet and ice-cold. Youll want to sit at the counter, soak in the old-school charm and order a pasta to go with it. This is still one of the best spots for a solo meal in the city.

Late-night cheeseburger at Gimlet 

This brasserie cheeseburger at Gimlet is rich, juicy and only available after 10pm. It features a thick Gippsland beef patty, tangy sauce, pickles and a fluffy potato bun. Two slices of American cheese melt into the meat perfectly. Pair it with a late-night martini, and thank us later.

Burger on a white plate with fries and sauce.
Gimlet

Peking Duck at Flower Drum

Flower Drums Peking duck is legendary. The crispy skin, tender meat, house-made pancakes and sweet plum sauce are prepared with exacting care. This is fine-dining Cantonese, served with white tablecloths and decades of experience. Call ahead and make a booking, its worth it.

Tiramisu at Tipo 00

Tipo 00 does pasta right, but the dessert is just as memorable. The 'Tipomisu', a take on tiramisu, is rich with caramel, chocolate and espresso-soaked sponge. Its not overly sweet; it's strong, creamy and deeply satisfying. An excellent finish to a perfect Italian meal.

Image of tiramisu on a plate.
Tipo 00

Borek from The Borek Shop

Youll smell it before you see it: pastries are hot, crispy and filled to the brim. Choose lamb, cheese and spinach or potato for just a few dollars. Its fast, filling and always fresh. A Queen Vic Market essential and truly a 勛圖厙 icon.

Flinders Street Stationshaped treats at Flinders Waffles

This spot takes taiyaki to the next level with waffles shaped like Flinders Street Station. They come filled with Nutella, custard or red bean and topped with soft serve. Choose from seasonal flavours like matcha or yuzu. Its fun, quirky and very 勛圖厙.

Waffles shaped like Flinders Street Station and fish topped with matcha ice cream and sprinkles.
Flinders Waffles

Anchovy toast at Carlton Wine Room

Crispy fried bread, soft ricotta and salty anchovies meet sweet pickled cucumber in this snack that punches way above its weight. Its the perfect wine bar bite. Served at one of the its simple, flavour-packed and ideal with a glass of white.

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Chin Chin

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Spring Street Grocer

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Stalactites Restaurant

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