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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...
Shaffa

Shaffa

Middle Eastern   $$$$$   Opens at 5:30 PM

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 ...
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...
Entrata

Entrata

Italian   $$$$$   Opens at 5:30 PM

Glenhaven

12 Chef Hat Award
Easter Seafood OrdersPre-order nowSEAFOOD – Premium Sydney Rock Oysters $40 Dozen – QLD Tiger Prawns (cooked)$48kg – Housemade cocktail sauce $10 – Housemade prosecco & raspberry vinaigrette $10 DESSERT – Tiramisu (serves 9...
Bar Leo Food & Wine

Bar Leo Food & Wine

Mediterranean   $$$$$   Opens at 4:00 PM

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...
Saturdays Sound Better with JazzSip, Savour, and SwingAt Spicy Bean, we invite you to join us every Saturday from 11:00?am onwards for our Live Jazz & Brunch experience. Enjoy a delicious brunch menu while relaxing to the smooth sounds of live jazz, c...
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   $$$$$   Opens at 5:30 PM

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...
Lanai Noosa

Lanai Noosa

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

Noosaville

14 Chef Hat Award
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...
"A Hidden Gem of the Hills"
Quoi Dining

Quoi Dining

French   $$$$$   Opens at 5:30 PM

Baulkham Hills

13 Chef Hat Award
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...
Molto Italian

Molto Italian

Italian   $$$$$   Opens at 6:00 PM

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...
Jungle Fowl

Jungle Fowl

Asian   $$$$$   Opens at 5:00 PM

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   $$$$$   Opens at 5:00 PM

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   $$$$$   Opens at 5:30 PM

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
Bull & Bell Steakhouse Restaurant

Bull & Bell Steakhouse Restaurant

Steak   $$$$$   Opens at 5:30 PM

Griffith

12 Chef Hat Award
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...
Dorsia

Dorsia

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

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...