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Atria

Atria

Modern Australian   $$$$$   Opens at 12:00 PM

Melbourne CBD

14 Chef Hat Award
Atria's Festive Lunch Book today!Elevate your afternoon with lunch at Atria. Enjoy sweeping city views and beautifully crafted seasonal dishes—perfect for business, leisure or a quiet festive escape. This limited lunch series runs...
Coya Sydney

Coya Sydney

Middle Eastern   $$$$$   Opens at 12:00 PM

St Leonards

14 Chef Hat Award
Celebrating Christmas at COYA Christmas Dinner or LunchA Christmas lunch or dinner unlike any other. We invite you to celebrate with your loved ones over this festive 5 course dining experience by Chef Ashraf Saleh. Enjoy this exquisite menu in our war...
Gourmet Dining DelightsBook Today!Savour the refined flavours at this fine dining destination. Enjoy crispy Gold Band snapper with saffron beurre blanc, lightly steamed salmon with crustacean mousseline, Angus beef fillet, seared d...
Bar Lettera

Bar Lettera

Italian   $$$$$   Opens at 7:00 AM

North Sydney

12 Chef Hat Award
New Year's Eve31st December Bar Lettera sets the tone for your New Year’s Eve with a curated three-course dinner and a glass of premium Italian sparkling on arrival. Enjoy shared starters, elegant seafood entrées, your choice...
Wildflower

Wildflower

Modern Australian   $$$$$   Opens Fri 12:00 PM

Perth CBD

17 Chef Hat Award
Christmas Day Lunch at WildflowerChristmas at WildflowerIndulge in the festive spirit with a luxurious five-course Christmas Day lunch at Wildflower. Celebrate the season in style, savouring each carefully crafted dish alongside an optional curated w...
"Readers' Choice 2019 - Regional"
Mt Lofty Ranges Vineyard

Mt Lofty Ranges Vineyard

Modern Australian   $$$$$   Opens at 11:00 AM

Lenswood

14 Chef Hat Award Restaurant & Catering Association
Sunset SessionFriday Night Dining Kickstart your weekend with our Sunset Session. A fresh new menu, award winning wines, live music and a gorgeous all season setting. The perfect way to ease into the weekend.
Ippin Japanese Dining

Ippin Japanese Dining

Japanese   $$$$$   Opens at 11:00 AM

West End

12 Chef Hat Award
New 58pp BanquetFrom 29 DecemberAvailable from 29 December, our seasonal banquet celebrates the flavours of a Japanese summer: fresh, bright, and beautifully balanced. 7 Courses Include: • Spicy Edamame • Green Salad - with...
Oribu

Oribu

Japanese   $$$$$   Opens at 5:00 PM

Parramatta

13 Chef Hat Award
Countdown to 2026 at OribuNew Year's Eve at OribuCelebrate the final night of the year at Oribu, Parramatta’s most sophisticated Japanese dining destination. Enjoy refined dishes, live music, signature cocktails and an unforgettable atmosphere in...
Atelier By Sofitel

Atelier By Sofitel

French   $$$$$   Opens at 6:30 AM

Sydney CBD

15 Chef Hat Award
Celebrate the Festive Season with Sofitel Lunch and Dinner optionsGather your loved ones and indulge in the joy of holidays with our Festive Lunch Buffet or our thoughtfully curated Christmas Day Dinner. Whether you’re bringing the whole family or planning a cosy...
Annata

Annata

Bistro   $$$$$   Opens at 12:00 PM

St Leonards

13 Chef Hat Award
Annata Restaurant on Chandos StreetBeautiful new venue/menusAfter a decade at its beloved Crows Nest home, on November 13th, Annata reopened at our new venue located at 66 Chandos Street, St Leonards. This is the former site of Petermen Restaurant. Reflecti...
Chin Chin Takes Over Pt. Leo Estate for an Unmissable MFWF WeekendDon't Miss Out. Book nowChin Chin joins Pt. Leo Estate for a one-off MFWF weekend blending bold Southeast Asian flavours with Spanish flair at one of Victoria’s most iconic destinations. Enjoy a four-hands luxe menu at La...
Nel Restaurant

Nel Restaurant

Modern Australian   $$$$$   Opens at 5:00 PM

Sydney CBD

16 Chef Hat Award
Fine dining with an irreverent attitude is what you’ll find at Nel Restaurant on Wentworth Avenue in the heart of Sydney’s CBD. This Chef-hatted dining destination delivers an ever-changing 11-cour...
Salt House

Salt House

Modern Australian   $$$$$   Opens at 11:30 AM

Cairns

12 Chef Hat Award
The New Sunday TraditionGather Your FriendsAvailable every Sunday 12 pm-4 pm $79 per person, enjoy shared antipasto entree, a choice of mains & one-hour bottomless Aperol Spritz, Prosecco, house wine & tap beer. What's not to love! Bookings...
Luci

Luci

Modern Australian   $$$$$   Opens at 6:30 AM

Melbourne CBD

14 Chef Hat Award
New Year's Eve Dinner at LuciFeast Your Way into 2026Enjoy a feast fit for the occasion in the grandeur of Luci with a decadent four-course dinner and optional bottomless drinks to elevate the celebration. Click on more info to book:
ISH Restaurant

ISH Restaurant

Indian   $$$$$   Opens at 5:00 PM

Fitzroy

13 Chef Hat Award
Private Dining and EventsEnquire Today!Host your next special occasion at ISH Restaurant, where intimate charm meets exceptional dining. Perfect for private events of up to 40 guests, our team will tailor every detail—from bespoke menus...
Miss Mi

Miss Mi

Asian   $$$$$   Opens at 12:00 PM

Melbourne CBD

12 Chef Hat Award
Christmas Eve Dinner at Miss Mi Melbourne2-course menu + sparklingLooking for an unforgettable Christmas Eve dinner in Melbourne? Experience the festive season with a vibrant Southeast Asian twist at Miss Mi Melbourne, located in the heart of the CBD. On Tuesday ...
Olio Kensington Street

Olio Kensington Street

Italian   $$$$$   Opens at 12:00 PM

Chippendale

13 Chef Hat Award
The Olio Experience$80ppDiscover Taste the Flavours of Olio—a curated 9-course journey showcasing the restaurant’s most iconic dishes. For $80 per person, enjoy a shared experience featuring seafood bisques, handmade past...
Serafino Restaurant

Serafino Restaurant

Modern Australian   $$$$$   Opens at 12:00 PM

McLaren Vale

13 Chef Hat Award
What's On at SerafinoCome and Join UsThere’s always something happening at Serafino! From dinners and masterclasses to seasonal celebrations and live events, explore what’s on and join us for an experience to remember. Click on more i...
Bar Heather

Bar Heather

Modern Australian   $$$$$   Opens at 5:00 PM

Byron Bay

13 Chef Hat Award
NYE AT BAR HEATHER31st December Bar Heather invites you to welcome the New Year with our luxurious 6-course NYE menu, crafted by Chef Ollie Wong-Hee and our team exclusively for the night. We’ll be serving one-off dishes includin...
Angelo's Cabarita

Angelo's Cabarita

Modern Australian   $$$$$   Opens at 11:30 AM

Cabarita

12 Chef Hat Award
Christmas Day on the BayTraditional Festive FeastCelebrate Christmas in style on the waterfront with a long, luxurious family-style feast. Our three-course shared menu brings everyone together over bountiful platters of fresh seafood, festive mai...