Date Ideas in Carlton, Melbourne
Carlton is home to Lygon Street's Italian institutions and a newer wave of excellent neighbourhood restaurants. Great for a relaxed dinner that won't feel touristy if you know where to go.
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Carlton Wine Room
bar
172-174 Faraday St, Carlton VIC 3053, Australia
Baguette Studios
cafe
15-27 Wreckyn St, North Melbourne VIC 3051, Australia
Yuki House Melbourne Central
experience
80 A'Beckett St, Melbourne VIC 3000, Australia
Torissong
restaurant
Shop2/143 Queensberry St, Carlton VIC 3053, Australia
Heartattack and Vine
bar
329 Lygon St, Carlton VIC 3053, Australia
Capitano Carlton
bar
421 Rathdowne St, Carlton VIC 3053, Australia
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What are the best date spots in Carlton?
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Is Carlton good for a first date in Melbourne?
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