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MoVida

1 Hosier Lane, Melbourne, Victoria 3000, Australia (Melbourne CBD)
(03) 9663 3038
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Ranked #23 of 2,847 restaurants in Melbourne
Price range: CAD20 - CAD25
Cuisines: Spanish, Tapas, International
Dining options: Breakfast/Brunch, Lunch Spot, Dinner, Reservations, After-hours, Dessert
Neighbourhood: Melbourne CBD
Restaurant details
Dining options: Breakfast/Brunch, Lunch Spot, Dinner, Reservations, After-hours, Dessert
Neighbourhood: Melbourne CBD
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New Zealand
Senior Contributor
34 reviews 34 reviews
9 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 18 cities Reviews in 18 cities
16 helpful votes 16 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 May 2013 NEW

Brilliant food and atmosphere. We had the 10 course menu of small plates. Each dish was well presented and had a pleasing combination and balance in flavours many most were new to me such as the artisan anchovy with a smoked trout sorbet this deliverd a mouthful of bliss. The service was impeccable and as we were not familiar with... More

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Melbourne City
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3 reviews 3 reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 May 2013 NEW

Always, always good and with a wine list to match. We have been happy after each and every visit so far and in my view the cost is reasonable.

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Melbourne, Australia
2 reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 May 2013 NEW

good atmosphere good food and good service loved it i will be back. realy friendly service i recommend the beef cheek melt in the mouth.the spanish beer was realy nice as was the dessert

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Beijing
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23 reviews 23 reviews
3 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 14 cities Reviews in 14 cities
14 helpful votes 14 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 May 2013 NEW

Atmosphere - buzzy, food - amazing, service - attentive and informed, location - intriguing.........on my Top 10 list for a great night out with friends.

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Sydney, Australia
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7 reviews 7 reviews
3 restaurant reviews
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 May 2013 NEW

Pretty good service, we didn't have to wait too long considering we hadn't booked and the food was good. The only thing I would say is that it's not exactly the best value for your money, it's more of a tiny splurge experience

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Sydney, Australia
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34 reviews 34 reviews
14 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 12 cities Reviews in 12 cities
7 helpful votes 7 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 May 2013 via mobile

Nice atmosphere, good food and friendly service. Restaurant was very busy even on a Wednesday night which made service a bit slow but beside this good experience. On the expensive side for tapas but worth it

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New York
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37 reviews 37 reviews
20 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 18 cities Reviews in 18 cities
22 helpful votes 22 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 May 2013

A sort of local knowledge spot with few tables. But the latin cuisine is very good, and makes it worth the visit if you like latin. We recommend it for a quality yet casual dining experience.

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See 2 more reviews by Getitright212 for Melbourne
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7 reviews 7 reviews
4 restaurant reviews
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4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 4 May 2013

Frank and his crew provide a wonderful espanol experience with the best ingredients producing superb eating experience.

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See 4 more reviews by koutts for Melbourne
Malaysia
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104 reviews 104 reviews
59 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 37 cities Reviews in 37 cities
68 helpful votes 68 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 4 May 2013

I first heard about Movida 2 years ago but never managed to dine there since my trip plans were often too rushed to make reservations. This time round we were in Melbourne CBD on a Sunday afternoon and on a lark I decided to stop by Movida about 1pm to inquire about a table. The place was about 90% full... More

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See 7 more reviews by jchong for Melbourne
Cleveland, Ohio
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57 reviews 57 reviews
46 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 18 cities Reviews in 18 cities
19 helpful votes 19 helpful votes
2 of 5 stars Reviewed 2 May 2013

I hate to be the lone dissenter here, but I really don't get this place. (I feel like the kid in "The Emperor's New Clothes" crying "He's naked!" We read the rave reviews and knocked ourselves out to get a booking. It was packed with customers and looks very cool inside and out. (Love the graffiti on Hosier Lane) Our... More

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