Fine-dining Karaoke

Karaoke is going up-market in Melbourne as some of the city’s top restaurants offer guests a sound-proof room and a microphone to belt out some post-dining tunes.

Andrew McConnell’s Supernormal in Flinders Lane is known for its Asian inspired food, serving crowd pleasers such as lobster rolls and duck bao. The sleek interior has a contemporary Japanese vibe, but what diners may not expect is the private karaoke dining room which caters for up to 40. The 65 inch television screen, Bose sound system and catalogue of 5000 songs provides all the ingredients for a fun night out. 180 Flinders Lane, Melbourne +61 3 9650 8688

Rice Queen in Fitzroy, just minutes from the city centre, transports diners to a quirky and kitsch world; a place to sip sake, savour Asian-inspired cuisine and belt out a tune in the fabulous private karaoke room. Designed to host 15 people, the karaoke room is available seven days a week for lunch or dinner. Best of all, it is free to book. 389 Brunswick street, Fitzroy +61 3 9419 6624

The aptly named Lost Heaven is hidden away in an arcade on Bourke Street, in the heart of the city. The menu offers traditional Sichuan fare with a modern twist, featuring DIY hotpots where diners choose their own soup base, sauce and meats. Adjacent to Lost Heaven is the upmarket Rainbow Karaoke with 44 themed private rooms and three VIP rooms, making for an entertaining start or end to the fine dining experience next door. Level 2, 206 Bourke Street, Melbourne +61 3 9650 2188