A Bayside Story: Fitzroy Street, St Kilda

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“Food, glorious food.” Fancy yourself a bit of a foodie? Then look no further than St Kilda’s electric Fitzroy Street! From formal fine-dining to cool and casual cafes, there is something for everyone. Here are a few of C&G’s tasty finds on Fitzroy St. Bon Appetit!


If it is fine dining you’re after, The Prince’s award-winning and iconic Circa restaurant is for you! With head chef Ashly Hicks and renowned chef and director Stephen Burke on board, tantalise your taste buds with their exploratory, ever- changing seasonal eating menu. The team at Circa pride themselves on using the best produce available, having forged strong relationships with an array of top Victorian and Australian growers, farmers and fishermen. Sommelier Sally Humble plays matchmaker to the contemporary menu, presenting a well-travelled, carefully-constructed wine list. If it’s clean, fresh stand-out flavours you seek, pay a visit to Circa at The Prince.

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Celebrating its 25th year, Café Di Stasio has long been considered not only an icon of Fitzroy Street, but an institution of Melbourne. According to the Age Good Food Guide, ‘If mood could be bottled, they might sell it here.’ With a small dining room exuding indulgent decadence, sit amongst Di Stasio club members and be lead through a list of daily specials by long-serving waiters. All Di Stasio dishes incorporate premium seasonal produce including Italian truffles, lobster and twice-daily made fresh pasta. If it’s a drink you’re after, you will find classic cocktails and wines from all corners of Italy and Australia. Always a unique and memorable experience, Café Di Stasio must be on your ‘bucket list’.

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For some of the best baked-goods in Fitzroy, check out Baker D. Chirico. Instantly recognisable for its perfect packaging, this booming bakery has nutritionists and food reviewers flocking from all over to sample their whole-wheat bread, and crowds cramming in the tiny shop-front for fruit buns and nougat. With orders from Melbourne’s best restaurants and the need for a sister store in Carlton, Baker D. Chirico is a must!

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