If the whispered words of succulent, melt-in-the-mouth meats set your tastebuds tingling in anticipation, head straight to The Meat & Wine Co. in South Yarra. Sparing no expense, this upmarket steakhouse radiates warmth and a distinct vibe under lofty ceilings, from ambient mood lighting through to chocolate brown leather lounges and timber shelves filled with upright bottles of elegant wines. The signature steaks are sourced from Monte, a premium line of beef exclusive to the Meat & Wine Co., each with a high marble score to ensure tender textures and robust flavours. For a taste, try the Monte Black Wagyu New Yorker, aged 450 days with a marble score of 6+ with crunchy chips before a decadent dessert of classic crème brulee with raspberry popping candy shortbread biscuit.