The best restaurant in ocean grove. Can't go past the Cantonese sliced steak and the satay combination. The family running the business make a point of remembering return customers. The view over the barwon heads bluff is lovely, however you might need sunglasses if you're going to be there during sunset.

Approximate cost: $20

iPads on the wall to place your order makes the process quick and easy, however if you are looking for attentive table service this is not your place. Their process is to get people in thick and fast, and they do it successfully. The food however, cannot be faulted, I'd highly recommend the chilli wontons and the dolphin dumplings!

Approximate cost: $20

Absolutely delicious dumplings, the chilli wontons and the pan fried pork dumplings are to die for, would absolutely recommend this place! Much easier to get a table than the market lane hutong with the same yummy taste!

Approximate cost: $20

A great place for brunch in a lovely setting. I had a roast beef sandwich with beetroot chips, my fellow diners had the pulled pork and the pancakes which both looked incredible. The service was incredible and the staff never let our water glasses empty. This place is worth heading to for a coffee just to check out the interior, it's beautiful. Will absolutely be going back.

Approximate cost: $15

A lovely spot to meet a girlfriend for lunch and gossip over a glass of wine and a bowl of meatballs. Got three large traditional meat balls with a tomato sauce on pasta, absolutely delicious. Service was fast and efficient, although it did feel a little like we were being pushed out towards the end to make room for new diners.

Approximate cost: $20

Delicious traditional Italian food in a lovely setting on the corner of Russell and flinders lane. The special of the day was a Pork Ragu which melted in my mouth, couldn't fault it, the waiter recommended a wine to go with it which was perfect. A lovely location for a date.

Approximate cost: $25

A really cool bar for after work burger and drinks. Reasonably priced food, huge burgers and delicious rosemary fries. Hidden down an alley way off exhibition street, a hidden gem that is definitely worth heading out for.

Approximate cost: $15

Worth the line up out the door to taste the food! A must as a Melbourne dining experience. The roll your own spring rolls and the massaman curry were both incredible, couldn't recommend them highly enough! The drinks are a little over priced but good just to have a couple. I'd recommend arriving early to ensure the wait for a table isn't too long.

Approximate cost: $30