Mietta's Eating and Drinking in Melbourne 2000

The second edition of Mietta's Eating & Drinking in Melbourne 2000 is bigger and better than ever.

More than just a restaurant guide, this stylish publication with its intelligent reviews, artful photography, and lively insightful essays captures the essence of the diverse Victorian epicurean experience.

The book assesses nearly 1,000 restaurants, cafes and bars across the state. Listings include - features, hours of opening, smoking policy, private rooms, child-friendly, cuisine and most popular dishes. Divided into different price categories, one can look up everything from budget-based eating and drinking spots, to fine dining restaurants, as well as the hottest cafes and wine bars in town.

Indexed by cuisine, price, locality and alphabetically, tracking down the right restaurant or bar has never been easier. Also included are pages of quick find lists outlining, for example, the best breakfasts, best coffee, best late night spots and best al fresco dining.

The Guide includes an awards section for favourite establishments in Victoria as voted by the food industry, as well as the more idiosyncratic and personal Mietta's Awards.

Illustrated throughout with atmospheric photographs by Tony Knox that capture the spirit of our eating culture, Mietta's Eating & Drinking in Melbourne 2000 provides a vital perpective on the range and diversity of Australia's dining experience. Not only for locals, the Guide will also prove to be the preferred reference book for national and international travellers and tourists.

The Guide costs $19.95, and will be available from all good bookstores, news agencies, or it can be Purchased On_Line here