The Australian Open is well and truly back, running from Monday 16 January right through until the Australian Open final on Sunday 29 January. As always, Melbourne is up and about as International tennis stars hit the city and fans can enjoy an uninterrupted tournament this year.
While plenty happens on court—albeit less with the withdrawal of Nick Kyrgios—there’s plenty that happens off court around Melbourne Park as well. Some of Australia’s best restaurants and bars will be setting up shop at the Australian Open in 2023, with the likes of Josh Niland’s Charcoal Fish and iconic Flinders Lane restaurant Supernormal headlining a list of 25 restaurants on-site.
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Venues can be found at Garden Square, Grand Slam Oval, John Cain Arena, the Western Courts, Rod Laver Arena Terraced, and The Glasshouse.
Here are the best food options at the 2023 Australian open.
- Charcoal Fish | Josh Niland brings his famous fish and chips down from Sydney for this year’s Australian Open. Find Charcoal Fish at the Australian Open Beach Bar
- Karkalla | Masterchef alumni Mindy Woods takes over the Western Courts with a thoughtful Indigenous food offering
- Rocco’s Bologna Discoteca | Cult sandwiches from Rocco’s will hit Grand Slam Oval, do not miss this Italian food to go
- Elsie’s | Indian food is on the menu at Elsie’s, find it at Grand Slam Oval
- Canadian Club Racquet Club | Find the club on the AO Hilltop with great views across Melbourne
- Supernormal | Pricey, but worth it with Supernormal serving up some absolute classics
- Supernormal Terrace | A more casual option for Supernormal. Do yourself a favour and grab the famous lobster roll
- Oasis Bakery | Halloumi pies, Lebanises fried chicken, and peach and raspberry soft serve can all be found at Melbourne’s cult bakery/supermarkets set up at the Australian Open.
- Nomad | Mediterranean and Middle Eastern flavours abound at Nomad’s Aus Open restaurant which also has a rooftop bar
- Stokehouse | Summery St Kilda icon has bookings from $320 and we guarantee you won’t leave hungry
Check out everything else happening at the Australian Open here.
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