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TUCKA @ Maffco

TUCKA @ Maffco

Modern Australian   $$$$$   Opens Fri 6:00 PM

Maffra

12 Chef Hat Award
Brewery Dining ExperienceFood with Craft BrewsDiscover our hearty brewery food, perfectly paired with Gippsland-inspired beers and seasonal brews. Our menu features southern-smoked BBQ meats, artisan burgers, fresh salads and wood-fired flavou...
Chef’s Tasting Dinner ExperiencePlates & WineJoin us at Tulip for dinner Tuesday to Saturday from 5:30pm in Geelong West. Enjoy a relaxed, contemporary dining experience featuring seasonal, locally sourced ingredients. Choose from wine and sn...
Shaffa

Shaffa

Middle Eastern   $$$$$   Open Now

Surry Hills

12 Chef Hat Award
EASTER HOURSBook ahead and celebrate.Good Friday — April 3 | 5:30pm – late. Easter Saturday — April 4 | 5:30pm – late. Easter Sunday — April 5 | 5:30pm – 10pm. Easter Monday — April 6 | Closed. Plan your long weekend ahead, and ...
Bar Leo Food & Wine

Bar Leo Food & Wine

Mediterranean   $$$$$   Open Now

Bundall

12 Chef Hat Award
Modern MediterraneanHappy hour daily 4–6pmBar Leo brings modern Mediterranean flavour to Sorrento with fresh, locally sourced seafood, seasonal small plates, melt in your mouth Australian grown wagyu & black angus steaks and share-style di...
Long Lunches & Lawnside Moments at Ekhidna KitchenWednesday to SundayAt Ekhidna Kitchen, every visit is a chance to enjoy life’s big and small moments. Whether it’s a long lunch with friends, a special celebration or a spontaneous afternoon on the lawns with great f...
Peel St

Peel St

Fusion   $$$$$   Open Now

Adelaide CBD

12 Chef Hat Award
End of Vintage Long Lunch At Basket Range Wine Join Peel St chef Phil Helyard and Peel St's OG Jordan Theodoros at the vineyard for a long lunch this autumn, where we’ll celebrate the end of vintage in great style. Collaborating with Sholto Br...
Island Share Menu$89pp Tasting ExperienceHere at ISLAND, our $89pp set (minimum 2) showcases fresh, local flavours for the whole table to enjoy. Start with Noosa scallops, lamb ribs, or Mooloolaba prawn sanga, plus roasted eggplant or Kin...
Entrata

Entrata

Italian   $$$$$   Open Now

Glenhaven

12 Chef Hat Award
April Dinner Special2-courses $65ppJoin us at Entrata this April for a limited-time 2-course dinner, available Tuesday to Friday. Enjoy your choice of entrée and main for $65 per person. Perfect for date night, catching up with f...
Molto Italian

Molto Italian

Italian   $$$$$   Open Now

Kingston

12 Chef Hat Award Restaurant & Catering Association
Overlooking the waters of Lake Burley Griffin on Eastlake Parade in Kingston, Molto Italian brings the warmth and generosity of Italian dining to one of Canberra’s most scenic locations. Inspired b...
EXP Restaurant

EXP Restaurant

Modern Australian   $$$$$   Opens Fri 5:30 PM

Pokolbin

16 Chef Hat Award
Local Ingredients, Bold FlavoursFood, wine, hospitalityExperience immersive, ingredient-driven dining at EXP, in the Hunter Valley. Our 28-seat restaurant offers seasonal tasting menus crafted from local produce, native ingredients, and house-made ferm...
"A Hidden Gem of the Hills"
Tucked along Century Circuit in Baulkham Hills, Quoi Dining is an intimate lakeside restaurant where modern French and Australian cuisine come together in a refined, elegant setting. Hidden near th...
Jungle Fowl

Jungle Fowl

Asian   $$$$$   Open Now

Port Douglas

13 Chef Hat Award
Seasonal Thai Banquet at Jungle Fowl4 or 6 CourseExperience the vibrant flavours of Thailand with Jungle Fowl’s seasonal Thai banquets. Choose between a 4-course or indulgent 6-course feast showcasing the restaurant’s favourite dishes and bold fl...
5 Course Tasting Menu$76 per personTake the guesswork out of dinner and let the chefs at Embassy XO guide your evening with their five-course tasting menu. Available Tuesday to Sunday from 5pm for $76pp, this curated experience show...
ISH Restaurant

ISH Restaurant

Indian   $$$$$   Open Now

Fitzroy

12 Chef Hat Award
A New Era of Indian VegetarianFlavour Without LimitsAt ISH, our vegetarian dishes are bursting with flavour, texture and creativity. We bring a modern take to Indian cuisine, crafting vibrant plates designed to surprise and delight with every bite. ...
A Journey Through Japanese CuisineTaste, Art, and TraditionExperience the art of Japanese dining at Komeyui Brisbane. Join us for seasonal omakase, kaiseki, sushi, and sashimi, crafted with precision and care. Enjoy curated tasting events, sake pairings, a...
Osteria Coogee

Osteria Coogee

Italian   $$$$$   Open Now

Coogee

12 Chef Hat Award
Pasta E Vino Tuesday$35 Pasta E Vino TuesdaysJoin us for a glass of wine and choice of 2 Special Pastas every Tuesday $35pp
Dorsia

Dorsia

Modern Australian   $$$$$   Open Now

Byron Bay

13 Chef Hat Award
Witness the Art of Fine DiningFlavours Up CloseAt Restaurant Dorsia, our Chef’s Table offers an exclusive and immersive dining experience. Guests are seated in the heart of the kitchen, where they can watch our chefs craft each dish with precis...
Dry-Aged Steak Perfection at Bull & Bell SteakhouseBook today!Indulge in premium dry-aged beef at Bull & Bell Steakhouse Restaurant, where selected Black Angus cuts are aged for a minimum of 45 days in the in-house meat cellar to deliver exceptional depth and...
Flavours That Elevate Every OccasionSteak & Wine, PerfectedAt Moo Moo Gold Coast, we’re passionate about creating an unforgettable steak and wine experience. From premium Australian and Wagyu beef to fresh seafood and seasonal dishes, every plate is crafte...
The Hut Byron Bay

The Hut Byron Bay

Mediterranean   $$$$$   Opens Fri 12:00 PM

Possum Creek

13 Chef Hat Award
Mediterranean Share PlateSeasonal LunchJoin us at The Hut Byron Bay, and enjoy our seasonal Mediterranean-inspired lunch prepared weekly by the chef using local produce and fresh seafood. Expect flavourful dishes designed for sharing f...