There’s something undeniably magical about dining as the sun dips below the horizon. Golden hour - when the light is soft, the air is warm and everything feels just a little more vibrant - is the perfect time to indulge in good food and even better drinks. Whether you’re gazing over a yacht-filled marina or soaking up skyline views from a rooftop bar, these venues make the most of every golden minute.
Here are five standout spots where the sunset is served with a side of culinary brilliance.
Lamberts Restaurant – Kangaroo Point, Qld
Elegance meets ease at Lamberts Restaurant, nestled inside The Point Brisbane
Hotel in leafy Kangaroo Point. This refined yet inviting space boasts views
over a tranquil pool and garden, with sunlight streaming through the open
dining room windows as the day winds down. The cocktail bar provides a stylish
pre-dinner stop, offering a drinks list that pairs beautifully with the setting
sun.
The menu is a journey through seasonal, gate-to-plate dishes
that evolve with the produce. Highlights include tea-smoked duck plated with
pomegranate, broccolini and sweet potato - delicately balanced with cinnamon and
anise jus. Mains like crisp pork belly with kamote cue and sticky adobo sauce
are full of textural contrast and rich, slow-cooked flavour.
Watching the sky change while you dine? Reserve a table now and make your
golden hour count, then leave a review of your meal.
Luna10 – Adelaide CBD, SA
Sleek, sultry and perched in the city’s heart, Luna10 is where golden hour
meets urban glam. Tucked into Frome Street, this intimate bar is all velvet
seats, dim lighting and low-key luxe - making it the ideal escape as the city
lights begin to twinkle. It’s the kind of spot you stumble upon and never want
to leave.
The menu delivers bar food with sophistication. The chicken
katsu sando is a crowd-pleaser - crunchy, juicy and balanced with bulldog sauce,
cabbage slaw and furikake on soft milk bread. Match it with a Mr Monty rum
cocktail or graze your way through lobster rolls and salami-topped pizzas.
Book your booth at Luna10. Show your appreciation by leaving a review.
Tank Bar & Dining – Palm Beach, Qld
Palm Beach’s local gem, Tank Bar & Dining, brings breezy coastal vibes and
a sense of community to the Gold Coast Highway. Whether you’re catching live
music upstairs or soaking up the laid-back scene downstairs, this venue is all
about good times and golden skies.
Start with punchy pork belly bites glazed in teriyaki and
served with spicy aioli, or salt and pepper calamari with a bright tartar dip.
When the sun hits just right, dig into the standout pork ribs - sticky, tender
and served with fries and salad - or go for the Tank Special pizza loaded with
hot salami, olives and mushrooms.
Tank’s got you covered - grab a table and settle in. Don't forget to leave a review.
Red’s Kitchen & Bar – Hope Island, Qld
Red’s Kitchen & Bar brings old-school comfort to new heights with a menu
that reimagines classics through a modern lens. Tucked into the glamorous
surrounds of Sanctuary Cove Village, it’s the perfect golden hour
destination - yachts bob in the water, Negronis flow and the scent of wood-fired
dishes fills the air.
Begin your evening with garlic prawns doused in chilli
butter and served with sourdough, or savour Wagyu and chorizo meatballs in a
spiced tomato sauce. For something shareable, the char-grilled brochette of
Angus eye fillet comes with seasonal veg and salsa criolla - simple yet
luxurious.
After a golden hour meal with marina views? Book your spot at Red’s now, mark your visit by reviewing your meal.
Ardo Rooftop – Townsville, Qld
Perched high above Townsville on the top floor of Ardo Hotel, Ardo Rooftop
serves panoramic views alongside cocktails and elevated bar bites. With the
Coral Sea on one side and Mount Stuart on the other, it’s an unbeatable setting
for sundown sessions with friends or that special someone.
Golden hour pairs best with the crispy chicken katsu
sando, layered with sour cherry relish, cabbage and fennel slaw on pillow-soft
milk bread. Add a Seafarer rum cocktail and you’re sorted. Other favourites
include calamari with smoked paprika aioli and the indulgent Wagyu burger with
cheddar and pepper relish. End with the cookie sandwich filled with peanut
butter ice cream - it’s pure joy.
Book a rooftop table now, mark your visit with a review.
When golden hour rolls around, don’t just settle for a view - make it a full experience. From waterfront dining to rooftop bites, these venues turn every sunset into a sensory celebration.
