La Tortillería is one of The 15 Best Authentic Places in Melbourne.

1. La Tortillería

8.7
72 Stubbs St, Kensington, VIC
Mexican Restaurant · 34 tips and reviews

Sandy R.Sandy Reynolds: Definitely one of the more authentic Mexican food places in Melbourne, bit pricey but really delicious!

Paulina L.Paulina Lopez: The most authentic Mexican place in Melbourne. From the tacos to the vanilla flan, everything is amazing! Plus, the fresh tortillas are to die for. Definitely coming back here.

Steve Y.Steve Young: Loved the tortilla chips, the Alambre, the quesadillas - everything. Feels super authentic

Aka Siro is one of The 15 Best Authentic Places in Melbourne.

2. Aka Siro

8.8
106 Cambridge St, Collingwood, VIC
Japanese Restaurant · 13 tips and reviews

SHOPSUI by Sylvia TaiSHOPSUI by Sylvia Tai: Lovely authentic Izakaya in the back blocks of Collingwood. Buzzy, busy and serves delicious little morsels ! Yum

Mikey・マイキー 👾Mikey・マイキー 👾: What an amazing find! Truly authentic Japanese-style Izakaya in the backstreets of Collingwood. Excellent food, drinks, service and atmosphere. Highly recommended.

Serene Y.Serene Yee: Authentic izakaya; homely Japanese food. Cosy little place tucked from the main road but so good, it's so popular. Portions aren't big so order everything. Skip the desserts; give that space to mains.

Jinda Thai Restaurant is one of The 15 Best Authentic Places in Melbourne.

3. Jinda Thai Restaurant

9.1
3-7 Ferguson St, Abbotsford, VIC
Thai Restaurant · Abbotsford · 50 tips and reviews

Alfred H.Alfred Hii: Great place and authentic Thai food.

陳玟成 Edwin D.陳玟成 Edwin Ding: Great authentic Thai cuisine you can find in Melbourne. Gets really crowded during dinner times everyday...do call in for reservation first to avoid disappointment.

Rattanawan R.Rattanawan Rattakul: Thai spicy Tom Yum noodle very authentic

D.O.C. Pizza & Mozzarella Bar is one of The 15 Best Authentic Places in Melbourne.

4. D.O.C. Pizza & Mozzarella Bar

8.8
295 Drummond St, Carlton, VIC
Pizzeria · 75 tips and reviews

ClaCla: Best pizza in Melbourne so far, although is not woodfired. A bit more expensive than other restaurants in Carlton, but the ingredients are really fresh and good. Try it to taste an authentic pizza!

JoeyJoey: I <3 this pizza place! The pizzas are authentic and yummy!

David S.David Schäfer: Maybe best Pizza in Melbourne! Authentic italian food, friendly, and so delicious!❤️

Gradi is one of The 15 Best Authentic Places in Melbourne.

5. Gradi

7.9
8 Whiteman St, Melbourne, VIC
Italian Restaurant · Southbank · 25 tips and reviews

Scott H.Scott Hargroves: Margarita pizza is boss. The service attentive and the staff friendly. Fully recommend them for tasty, authentic Italian food.

Ron P.Ron P: Seafood pasta is everything. Good quality seafood the sauce is very authentic and full of flavours. 👌🏽

Adam H.Adam Handley: Food is amazing. Pizza just incredible and authentic

Pidapipó Gelateria is one of The 15 Best Authentic Places in Melbourne.

6. Pidapipó Gelateria

9.0
299 Lygon St, Carlton, VIC
Ice Cream Parlor · Carlton · 49 tips and reviews

Anna F.Anna Feruga: Love this authentic taste of Italian gelato. Portions are very big and super tasty. Flavored are changing almost every day!

pin l.pin lee: Tried the watermelon gelato- a tad sweet for me alto tastes fresh n very authentic !

Chuck K.Chuck K: Everyone likes the salted caramel. This flavour is about a careful balance of sweetness and saltiness backed by the richness of cream. Made fresh all day—Pidapinó nails it.

I Love Phở 264 is one of The 15 Best Authentic Places in Melbourne.

7. I Love Phở 264

7.8
264 Victoria St, Richmond, VIC
Vietnamese Restaurant · 46 tips and reviews

David M.David Ma: Decent authentic Phở, nothing to write home about

pin l.pin lee: Viet coffee is so good! Pho seems more authentic than version served at d emporium. Like that they give a v big portion of bean sprouts n lemon. Take tram 12 / 109 (stop 21)

Melissa T.Melissa Tso: Most delicious beef noodle soup I've had, and the prawn spring rolls pack a mean punch too. Top it off with an iced lemon drink and I'm in pho heaven! Highly recommended!

Chin Chin is one of The 15 Best Authentic Places in Melbourne.

8. Chin Chin

8.9
125 Flinders Ln, Melbourne, VIC
Asian Restaurant · Melbourne CBD · 291 tips and reviews

Andy K.Andy Khap: Big chunk of salmon wrapped in banana leave....the best ever! very authentic!

Matt O.Matt O'Kane: Authentically hand made food.

GrahamGraham: Not authentic Thai, to be honest.

The Old Raffles Place is one of The 15 Best Authentic Places in Melbourne.

9. The Old Raffles Place

8.3
70 Johnston St, Collingwood, VIC
Singaporean Restaurant · 15 tips and reviews

Hery H.Hery Hope: Found hidden gem. The best and the most authentic Singaporean food in Melbourne.

Sigrid d.Sigrid de Castella: The most authentic Singaporean restaurant in Melbourne. Love their Singapore Noodles.

ChazzazooChazzazoo: Excellent Singaporean/Malaysian food. One of The best I've tried in Melbourne. Packed full of flavour. Everything seems good but loves the Carrot cake, rojak and the sago with gula melaka dessert

Si Señor Art Taqueria is one of The 15 Best Authentic Places in Melbourne.

10. Si Señor Art Taqueria

8.5
193 Carslile St, Balaclava, VIC
Taco Restaurant · Balaclava · 15 tips and reviews

Víctor O.Víctor Ortega: This place is superb. Cozy, friendly, and the food is authentic and very well priced.

Brooke M.Brooke Munro: The brisket and baja tacos are the best! Also love the nachos. You can eat in and have a margarita or get takeaway.

V & C E.V & C Exchange: Good ambiance, good service and GOOD food. Two people can eat and drink here for $50.

The French Brasserie is one of The 15 Best Authentic Places in Melbourne.

11. The French Brasserie

8.4
2 Malthouse Ln, Melbourne, VIC
French Restaurant · Melbourne CBD · 27 tips and reviews

Leah L.Leah Levy: A hidden gem in the heart of the CBD - the owner Hadj Sadki, must be the best front of house in Melbourne - impeccable service, authentic French cuisine.

Nick B.Nick Ballis: Great service & atmosphere - authentic French food

The French B.The French Brasserie: Perfect venue for a seductive evening; dinner before a musical; or lunch time meeting. Love the floor-to-ceiling windows :D

Eau de Vie is one of The 15 Best Authentic Places in Melbourne.

12. Eau de Vie

9.3
1 Malthouse Ln, Melbourne, VIC
Speakeasy · Melbourne CBD · 70 tips and reviews

Natasha S.Natasha Savic: Very "vintagy" place. Great selection of cocktails! It's hidden in one of Melbournes side lanes which makes it more authentic.

Bluey H.Bluey HK: This place is a gem in the Melbourne cocktail scene. Great staff. Great drinks. A must visit. You'll be back.

Time Out MelbourneTime Out Melbourne: For wiz-bang drink tomfoolery, ask for a smoky Negroni. Gin, Campari, vermouth and hickory smoke are all sealed in a beaker, and stirred by a magnetic bar which churns the liquid by magic. Read more.

Rita's Cafeteria is one of The 15 Best Authentic Places in Melbourne.

13. Rita's Cafeteria

8.1
239 Johnston St, Abbotsford, VIC
Pizzeria · 17 tips and reviews

Dani N.Dani Nicholls: Bingo bango pizzas!! Yummmmm. Authentic and so tasty!!

Hutchy25Hutchy25: spinner pizzas are a a must have. great crust. if you're after a non-alcoholic drink, try the blood orange mineral water. yum.

Yan2Yan2: To die for French brioche and vongole pasta. Not together of course.

D.O.C Espresso is one of The 15 Best Authentic Places in Melbourne.

14. D.O.C Espresso

8.1
326 Lygon St, Carlton, VIC
Italian Restaurant · 18 tips and reviews

Sachin S.Sachin Somia: Great authentic Italian place. Dark coffee served like a bar in Rome. Fresh ingredients and good simple tasty Italian food.

Alicia O.Alicia Oh: Foccacias are delicious! I really enjoyed the panino as well.

Krisi R.Krisi Rumpff: The service is excellent!! I want to come back and try everything!!

Sonido! is one of The 15 Best Authentic Places in Melbourne.

15. Sonido!

8.5
69 Gertrude St, Fitzroy, VIC
Arepa Restaurant · 31 tips and reviews

Nathan L.Nathan Little: Authentic Colombian recipe's. Can pay by card now.

Joanne Y.Joanne Yaputheri: The beef arepa is super good , have to try this!! 😍

Lou P.Lou Pardi: Try the Arepa With Black Beans And Feta - Delicious, filling, comforting awesomeness