These Game-Changing Australian Restaurants Are Already Ahead of the Curve
TRAVEL Australia’s most compelling new dining destinations for 2026 — from Shannon Bennett’s visionary Feu at The Belongil to Alanna Sapwell-Stone’s heartfelt Esmay and the highly anticipated Restaurant Aptos by Justin James. A new era of Australian cuisine begins here.
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Modern Australian $$$$$
Sunday Roast
Clarence, South Brisbane
Sunday Lunch at Clarence offers a relaxed feast for $75 per person. Enjoy shared starters to begin, followed by a weekly rotating roast with all the classic sides, and finish with a delightful dess...
Modern Australian $$$$$
Valentine’s Day Dinner at The Balfour Kitchen & Bar
The Balfour Kitchen, New Farm
Share a romantic evening with your other half this Valentine’s Day at The Balfour Kitchen & Bar. Dine alfresco in our fairy lit courtyard or on the verandah, and enjoy drinks in our hidden gem of a...
Cafe $$$$$
Reuben-style Hot Dog
Josie North, Toowong
Soft milk bun, grilled pork sausage, sauerkraut, Swiss cheese, sweet spiced gherkins, fried egg & Russian dressing. ...
French $$$$$
Introduction to Champagne Lunch
Winnifred’s, Fortitude Valley
Discover the world of Champagne at Winnifred’s with an exclusive Introduction to Champagne Lunch hosted by renowned expert Tyson Stelzer. Enjoy a guided tasting of ten exceptional Champagne houses ...
Italian $$$$$
Theatre of Magic Dinner Special
Bar Gusto, Bowen Hills
Looking to do something a little bit different for date night? Pair dinner at Bar Gusto with a Theatre of Magic performance - all in one place at Rydges Fortitude Valley. Bar Gusto is offering Thea...
Steak $$$$$
Theatre of Magic Dinner Offer
Six Acres Restaurant, Bowen Hills
Looking to do something a little bit different for date night? Pair dinner at Six Acres Restaurant with a Theatre of Magic performance, all in one place at Rydges Fortitude Valley. Six Acres is off...
Burger $$$$$
GABS Hottest 100 Countdown Party at Tippler’s Tap
Tippler's Tap, South Bank
Join Tippler’s Tap South Bankon January 24th from 11:30 AM for the GABS Hottest 100 Countdown Party, celebrating Australia’s top beers as they’re announced live. Enjoy great food, an ever-changing ...
Italian $$$$$
January Special
Attimi by Dario Manca, Paddington
Over the month of January, ATTIMI is offering a 30% discount on both degustation menus. Discount is applied a the time of visit & is applicable to the food menus only (not beverages). Bookings are ...
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Modern Australian $$$$$
Moo Moo The Wine Bar + Grill Brisbane
Brisbane CBD
Located in the heart of the city in the historical Port Office Building, Moo Moo the Wine Bar + Grill on Edward Street is one of Brisbane’s favourite steak restaurants. Nestled in the Stamford Plaz...
Modern Australian $$$$$
Malt Dining
Brisbane CBD
A dining experience like no other awaits guests at Malt Dining on Market Street in the heart of Brisbane city. This rustic, chic fine dining venue spans three levels of a converted market building,...
Greek $$$$$
That Greek Truck
Brisbane CBD
Brisbane foodies get their souvlaki fix from That Greek Truck, as it trundles around the city serving authentic fare like Yia-Yia makes. Setting up at various venues, markets and festivals, this fo...
Thai $$$$$
Jumbo Thai Restaurant & Bar
Brisbane CBD
Perched above Elizabeth Street in Brisbane’s CBD, Jumbo Thai Restaurant & Bar combines modern sophistication with the vibrant spirit of Thailand. The elegant interior features warm timber tones, so...
Grill $$$$$
The Lex
Brisbane CBD
Channelling the verve and spirit of New York City, the birthplace of W Hotels, head to The Lex on North Quay in the heart of Brisbane’s CBD for playful twists on classic dishes. Found on Level Thre...
Chinese $$$$$
HUA
Brisbane CBD
Step into HUA on William Street in the heart of the city, where tradition meets innovation in Brisbane’s premium dining scene. With a menu celebrating Cantonese traditions, this stylish restaurant ...
Korean $$$$$
SUUM
Brisbane CBD
Discover an intimate dining experience where the cuisine follows the rhythm of the seasons at SUUM on Charlotte Street in the heart of Brisbane’s CBD. Meaning ‘to breathe’ in Korean, this 16-seater...
Kitchens
Lemons, Olives & Anchovies: The Holy Trinity of Modern Mediterranean Cooking
Discover why lemons, olives and anchovies are the holy trinity of modern Mediterranean cooking. See how Chefs lean on citrus, briny olives, tinned fish and punchy condiments to create bright, layer...
The Mediterranean Pantry: Why Preserved Lemons, Chillies, Anchovies & Capers Belong in an Aussie Summer
Stock your kitchen with the bright, salty magic of the Mediterranean. From preserved lemons and pickled chillies to anchovies and capers, discover why preserving suits Aussie Summers and how to sta...
10 Ingredients That Built the Modern Mediterranean Kitchen
Discover the 10 pantry staples shaping today’s Mediterranean cooking - olive oil, garlic, lemons, tomatoes, chickpeas, yoghurt, herbs, feta, olives and grains - plus how they bring sunshine, balanc...
The Perfect Spritz Hour Snacks: Gilda Skewers, White Anchovies, Olives & Salumi
Set the mood for aperitivo with the ultimate Spritz-hour snacks: punchy Gilda skewers, marinated white anchovies, briny olives, toasted almonds and paper-thin salumi. Easy, salty bites to spark you...
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