19 Seniors Meals & Discounts on Dining in Melbourne
Melbourne is a foodie’s paradise, offering everything from elegant high teas to casual café fare.
If you hold a Victorian Seniors Card, you can enjoy fantastic discounts across a variety of food venues. Here’s a list of some of the best seniors meals and discounts we’ve come across, along with tips on how to get there easily.
Related reading: 16 Best Victorian Seniors Card Discounts to Melbourne Attractions
Best CBD Restaurant & Cafe Seniors Card Discounts
1. Gaylord Indian Restaurant, Docklands
Seniors Card Discount: 10% off the total bill
Address: 33 Spencer St, Docklands VIC 3008
Phone: 03 9620 1286
Website: https://gaylords.com.au
Getting There: Take any train, tram or bus to Southern Cross Station. From there, it’s a five-minute walk along Spencer Street.
Nestled within the Grand Hotel, Gaylord Indian Restaurant is a fine-dining venue that features luxurious interiors and handcrafted marble art. Enjoy authentic Indian cuisine in an intimate setting, perfect for both casual dining and special occasions.
Read our review of Gaylord Indian Restaurant.
2. Chocolate Buddha, Fed Square
Seniors Card Discount: 10% off the total bill
Address: Federation Square, Swanston St & Flinders St, Melbourne VIC 3000
Phone: (03) 9654 5688
Website: chocolatebuddha.com.au
Getting There: Take any train or tram to Flinders Street Station, and head across the road to Federation Square.
This iconic Japanese-inspired restaurant serves up sushi, bento boxes, and sake with a side of stunning city views. Don’t forget to mention your Seniors Card when being seated.
Read our review of Chocolate Buddha here.
3. Parliament House High Tea, East Melbourne
Seniors Card Discount: 10% off lunch & high tea
Address: Spring St, East Melbourne VIC 3002
Phone: 03 9651 8941 (Catering Office)
Website: https://www.parliament.vic.gov.au/visit/restaurant/
Getting There: Take the City Loop train to Parliament Station, and exit via Spring Street.
Experience high tea in one of Melbourne’s most historic and elegant settings. Lunch is available Monday-Wednesday and Friday, while high tea is served on Thursdays when Parliament isn’t sitting.
Read about our exquisite experience at the Parliament House High Tea.
4. Alice Pizza & Cafe, Melbourne CBD
Seniors Card Discount: 10% off your purchase
Address: Shop T40, Spencer Street DFO, 201 Spencer St, Docklands VIC 3008
Phone: (03) 9670 9683
Getting There: Take a train or tram to Southern Cross Station, and head to the DFO outlet centre.
This comfortable café is perfect for a quick coffee break or light meal while shopping or waiting for your train. Their freshly brewed coffee and homemade treats are even sweeter with a discount.
5. Harry’s Restaurant and Bar, Stamford Plaza Hotel
Seniors Card Discount: 10% off the Pre-Theatre Menu
Address: 111 Little Collins St, Melbourne VIC 3000
Phone: (03) 9659 1000
Website: stamford.com.au
Getting There: Take any tram along Collins Street and alight at Stop 6 (Russell Street).
Enjoy fine dining in a relaxed atmosphere before heading out for a night at the theatre.
6. The Chocolate Box, Melbourne CBD
Seniors Card Discount: 15% off purchases over $20
Address: 260 Collins St, Melbourne VIC 3000 (other locations too)
Website: chocolatebox.com.au
Getting There: Take any tram along Collins Street and get off at Stop 6 (Swanston Street).
The Chocolate Box is a Melbourne-based chocolate shop offering a delectable selection of premium chocolates and confections. Perfect for gifts or indulgent treats, this is a must-visit for chocolate lovers. As a bonus, it’s located right next to Kino Cinema!
7. New Zealand Natural, Melbourne CBD
Seniors Card Discount: 10% off ice creams, smoothies & juice (excludes kids’ sizes and items on special)
Address: Located at Spencer Street DFO, Shop F205/206, 201 Spencer Street, Docklands VIC 3000 (other locations throughout Victoria, too)
Phone: 03 8689 7633
Website: www.newzealandnatural.com
Getting There: Take a train or tram to Southern Cross Station, and head to the DFO outlet centre.
Experience the rich, creamy goodness of Pure New Zealand Ice Cream, crafted from the finest local ingredients. This one is also conveniently located for DFO shopping or whilst waiting to transit via the station.
8. Melba at The Langham, Southbank
Seniors Card Discount: $10 off lunch and dinner menus
Address: 1 Southgate Ave, Southbank VIC 3006
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Getting There: Head across Princes Bridge from Flinders Street Station to Southbank.
Known for its lavish buffets, Melba Restaurant at The Langham offers everything from fresh seafood to international cuisine.
9. The Hotel Windsor High Tea, Melbourne CBD
Seniors Card Discount: 11% off Afternoon Tea (weekdays only)
Address: 111 Spring St, Melbourne VIC 3000
Website: thehotelwindsor.com.au
Getting There: Take the City Loop train to Parliament Station and exit onto Spring Street.
Step into Melbourne’s history with the Hotel Windsor’s famed Afternoon Tea. Enjoy delicate pastries, finger sandwiches, and premium teas with a generous weekday discount.
Seniors Meals Melbourne but Further Afield
10. Dumplings Plus, Highpoint Maribyrnong Store
Seniors Card Discount: 10% off total bill (Mon, Tues & Wednesdays only)
Address: Shop 1502, Level 1, Highpoint Shopping Centre, Rosamond Rd, Maribyrnong, VIC, 3032 (other locations aren’t offering the discount)
Website: www.dumplingsplus.com.au
Phone: (03) 9317 9228
Getting There: Take Tram 57 from Flinders Street Station to Stop 40 (Highpoint Shopping Centre).
Dumplings Plus is a family-friendly Chinese fusion restaurant chain in Melbourne, offering authentic Chinese and modern Asian cuisine. Diners can enjoy hand-made noodles, steamed buns, and dumplings filled with fresh meats, seafood, or vegetables, all crafted from quality ingredients.
11. Mr. Meader, Mercure Melbourne Doncaster
Seniors Card Offer: $39 two-course meal (main + dessert), available daily for lunch and dinner
Address: 6 Tower Street, Doncaster VIC 3108
Phone: (03) 9843 8900
Getting There: Take a bus to Westfield Doncaster and walk a few minutes to the hotel, or drive and use on-site parking (free for the first 3 hours).
If you’re after a relaxed meal with a bit of comfort built in, this is an easy option in Melbourne’s east. The onsite restaurant offers a well-priced two-course seniors meal in a calm, contemporary setting, with views stretching towards the CBD and Dandenong Ranges. It’s well suited to midweek catch-ups or a long lunch where you don’t feel rushed.
Read more about this Seniors Dining Deal & Stay at Mercure Melbourne Doncaster
13. Templestowe Hotel Seniors Menu
Seniors Card Offer: Seniors Menu ranging from $8 – $45 plus a seniors discount on the buffet
Website: www.templestowehotel.com.au
Address: 23–29 Parker Street, Lower Templestowe VIC 3107
Phone: (03) 9851 4283
Getting There: Best accessed by car, with on-site parking available. Local bus services run nearby along Thompsons Road and High Street.
The atmosphere is relaxed and welcoming, with friendly staff and a layout that keeps the gaming area well out of sight and out of mind. It’s an easy, no-fuss option for both lunch and dinner, especially if you’re looking for something dependable without overthinking it. The Monday night local special is particularly good value if you’re nearby and keen for a casual night out.
14. Yarra Valley Chocolaterie & Ice Creamery
Seniors Card Offer: $16 seniors menu, available Tuesday and Wednesday (all day café)
Website: www.yvci.com.au
Address: 35 Old Healesville Road, Yarra Glen VIC 3775
Phone: (03) 9730 2777
Getting There: Best reached by car. There is ample free on-site parking, and it’s an easy drive from Melbourne via the Eastern Freeway and Melba Highway.
If you’re happy to venture a little further out, this is one that feels like a proper outing rather than just a meal. Set among rolling vineyard views, the café offers a relaxed spot to sit back and take it all in — ideally with something sweet to follow.
15. Berwick Springs Hotel, Narre Warren
Seniors Card Offer: Seniors menu meals from $5 – $25, available Monday to Friday
Address: 288–296 Clyde Road, Narre Warren South VIC 3805
Phone: (03) 9702 6223
Getting There: Best reached by car, with plenty of on-site parking available. Local buses service Clyde Road, with stops nearby.
Now this is somewhere that works just as well with the grandkids as it does for a relaxed meal. The dining space is large, modern and welcoming, with a reputation for friendly service and meals arriving promptly — always a plus.
The seniors menu runs through the week and offers generous portion sizes, making it good value for a casual lunch or early dinner.
A standout here is the large indoor playground, which keeps younger visitors happily occupied while you enjoy your meal. It makes this a particularly handy option for family catch-ups where everyone needs to be catered for.
16. Box Hill RSL
Seniors Card Offer: Seniors menu $8 – $25, available 7 days a week
Address: 26–28 Nelson Road, Box Hill VIC 3128
Phone: (03) 9897 6700
Getting There: Easily reached by car with on-site parking, including accessible bays. There’s also an undercover drop-off point and lift access from the car park. A short taxi or bus ride from Box Hill Station.
If you’ve been put off by dated RSL dining rooms in the past, this one might change your mind. It’s a bright, modern space with floor-to-ceiling windows overlooking parklands, plus an outdoor deck that’s ideal on a sunny day.
The seniors menu offering here is generous and thoughtfully put together and meals range from $8 – $25.
17. Ferntree Gully Hotel
Seniors Card Offer: Feast buffet $27 (all-you-can-eat), available at selected times
Address: 1130 Burwood Highway, Ferntree Gully VIC 3156
Phone: (03) 9758 6544
Getting There: Easy to reach by car with ample on-site parking. Ferntree Gully Station is nearby, followed by a short taxi or bus ride.
If you’re after variety, this buffet-style option is hard to beat. The Feast bistro offers an all-you-can-eat spread with a wide selection, making it ideal if you like to pick and choose rather than stick to a set menu.
At $27 for seniors, it’s strong value considering the range on offer, and a good choice for groups where everyone has different tastes. Here you can take your time, go back for seconds (or thirds), and make an outing of it.
A handy tip from readers: RSL bistros more broadly are often worth a look too. Many offer well-priced seniors meals, and if you’re a member, you’ll usually pay a little less again.
18. Graina, Moonee Ponds
Seniors Card Discount: 5% off storewide
Address: Shop 3, Moonee Ponds Central Shopping Centre, near Coles, Moonee Ponds, 3039
Website: https://graina.com.au
Phone: (03) 9375 2398
Getting There: Take the Craigieburn Line to Moonee Ponds Station and walk five minutes to the shopping centre.
Purchase grains, spices, seeds, teas, and more, with both organic and natural varieties under one roof.
19. Napoli’s Quality Fruit Market, Williamstown
Seniors Card Discount: 10% off fresh fruit & vegetables, Wed & Thursdays only (excludes items on special)
Address: 68 Ferguson Street, Williamstown, 3016
Phone: 03 9397 6164
Getting There: Take the Williamstown Line to Williamstown Station, then walk seven minutes to the market.
Established in 1968, Napoli’s Fruit & Vegetable Market in Williamstown is renowned for its exceptional quality and freshness. With a commitment to supporting local producers, customers enjoy a vibrant array of fruits and vegetables.
Tips for Making the Most of Your Seniors Card
- Always mention your Seniors Card when booking, arriving, or paying to ensure the discount is applied.
- Carry your Seniors Myki with your Seniors Card for easy access to Melbourne’s extensive public transport network.
- Take advantage of off-peak travel times to enjoy a quieter and more relaxed experience.
Whether you’re catching up with friends or treating yourself, these discounts make some of Melbourne’s foodie delights even more accessible.
We’re on the hunt to continue adding to this list. Do let us know of any that we’ve missed. Happy exploring!
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