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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...
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...
Lanai Noosa

Lanai Noosa

Modern Australian   $$$$$   Opens Fri 12:00 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...
Shaffa

Shaffa

Middle Eastern   $$$$$   Open Now

Surry Hills

12 Chef Hat Award
MOTHER'S DAY | SUN 10 MAY$109pp special set menu.Celebrate Mom this Mother's Day with our $109pp curated Middle Eastern set menu, featuring special dishes like Ruby Red Tuna Ezme, Slow-braised Lamb Shoulder with Chermoula and Honey Labneh with Sp...
Bar Leo Food & Wine

Bar Leo Food & Wine

Mediterranean   $$$$$   Opens Fri 12:00 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...
Entrata

Entrata

Italian   $$$$$   Open Now

Glenhaven

12 Chef Hat Award
Mother's Day3-coursesThis Mother’s Day, we’re opening bookings for both lunch and dinner, giving you the flexibility to celebrate in a way that suits your day.
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...
Harrisons Restaurant

Harrisons Restaurant

British   $$$$$   Opens Fri 12:30 PM

Port Douglas

14 Chef Hat Award
Social Hour 3.30 pm-5.30 pm Daily Join us at Harrisons for the ultimate afternoon escape during our 'Social Hour,' held daily from 3.30 pm to 5.30 pm. Sip on beers and wines for just $8 or treat yourself to expertly crafted cocktai...
"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...
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 Fri 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...
Embassy XO

Embassy XO

Asian   $$$$$   Opens Fri 12:00 PM

Sunshine Beach

12 Chef Hat Award
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...
Peel St

Peel St

Fusion   $$$$$   Open Now

Adelaide CBD

12 Chef Hat Award
Tasting Australia 2026 presented by Journey Beyond Chef Phil Helyard Peel St's own Executive Chef, Phil Helyard, has an event at Tasting Australia coming up in May. A part of their newly launched Club Series, you can find Phil at the Dom Polski Centre on May 15 from...
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. ...
Komeyui Restaurant

Komeyui Restaurant

Japanese   $$$$$   Opens Fri 11:30 AM

South Melbourne

12 Chef Hat Award
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 Fri 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
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...
Bull & Bell Steakhouse Restaurant

Bull & Bell Steakhouse Restaurant

Steak   $$$$$   Opens Fri 11:30 AM

Griffith

12 Chef Hat Award
Rooted in the rich agricultural heart of the Riverina, Bull & Bell Steakhouse Restaurant on Banna Avenue in Griffith brings European steakhouse tradition together with a genuine farm-to-table ethos...
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...