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Restaurants With Live Music

The Camellia Hotel

The Camellia Hotel

Modern Australian   $$$$$   Opens at 10:00 AM

Rosehill

Lunch SpecialChicken Schnitzelpanko crumbed chicken breast, chips, garden salad & choice of sauce
Nestled at the heart of the estate on Relbia Road in Relbia is the immersive dining experience of Chef-hatted Josef Chromy Restaurant – a must-do lunch spot on your Tamar Valley itinerary. Set amon...
Sonora

Sonora

Mexican   $$$$$   Opens at 5:00 PM

Potts Point

12 Chef Hat Award
Australia’s New Mexican-Style GrillEvery Saturday!Experience Australia’s only Mexican-style vertical BBQ at Sonora! Similar to a kebab machine but made for al pastor tacos, the marinated meat is stacked, slowly cooked on a rotating grill, and serv...
Chez Beckett's

Chez Beckett's

French   $$$$$   Opens at 5:00 PM

Chippendale

13 Chef Hat Award
Live Piano MusicEvery Thursday to SundayEnjoy fabulous French cuisine accompanied by beautiful music from the baby grand piano, played for you by our accomplished pianists. Book your table today!
Bar Heather

Bar Heather

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

Byron Bay

13 Chef Hat Award
Bar Heather on Jonson Street in Byron Bay brings a refined yet relaxed energy to its seasonal, produce-led menu. Influenced by modern Australian flavours, classic European technique and South East ...
Take in ocean views as balmy breezes rustle overhead leaves at Melaleuca Port Douglas on Wharf Street. Boasting a fabulous alfresco courtyard with three giant mango trees forming a canopy above din...
Zinc Port Douglas

Zinc Port Douglas

Modern Australian   $$$$$   Opens at 2:00 PM

Port Douglas

12 Chef Hat Award Restaurant & Catering Association
A sophisticated tropical dining experience awaits at Zinc, on the corner of Macrossan and Davidson Streets in Port Douglas. This well-loved restaurant presents an elegant venue for a romantic dinne...
Soka

Soka

Japanese   $$$$$   Opens at 12:00 PM

Maroochydore

12 Chef Hat Award
Elevate your dining experience at charcoal Japanese restaurant, Soka on Ocean Street in Maroochydore. Wind down in style from an eclectic selection of Japanese wine, beer and sake in an ambient, mo...
Discover a harmony of tradition and modernity at Angelo’s Cabarita on Phillips Street. Nestled in Prince Edward Park, this iconic Sydney waterfront dining destination offers a contemporary vibe fea...
"Delectable Mod Australian Cuisine"
Bush DeVine Restaurant

Bush DeVine Restaurant

Modern Australian   $$$$$   Opens at 10:00 AM

Sevenhill

13 Chef Hat Award
Pauletts Bush deVine Winery Restaurant | Summer MenuClare Valley RestaurantAt Bush deVine Winery Restaurant, our hatted dining experience at Paulett Wines, the new Summer menu is here! Savour fresh, seasonal dishes while soaking in the breathtaking Clare Valley scenery.
Juju

Juju

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

Mermaid Beach

12 Chef Hat Award
Juju on Gold Coast Highway introduces a modern dining venue to Mermaid Beach that offers seasonally-inspired menus featuring the highest quality ingredients and culinary skill. Artfully blending in...
The Wintergarden

The Wintergarden

European   $$$$$   Opens at 11:00 AM

Medlow Bath

14 Chef Hat Award
Majestic vistas of Megalong Valley draw diners to The Wintergarden restaurant on Great Western Highway at Medlow Bath. Located inside the historic Hydro Majestic Hotel, this light-filled restaurant...
The Slow LunchFive-course DegustationJoin us in the slow lane for The Slow Lunch: a 5-course degustation matched to premium Brown Brothers wines. Featuring a showcase of our finest restaurant offerings straight from the Kitchen Garden...
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...
Rumi on Louth

Rumi on Louth

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

Port Lincoln

14 Chef Hat Award
Experience fine dining from bounty caught outside the door for the epitome of wild indulgence at Rumi on Louth’s Samphire restaurant on Louth Island. A unique menu celebrates the bountiful local se...
Belgrave Hotel

Belgrave Hotel

Bistro   $$$$$   Opens at 11:30 AM

Belgrave

MAKE THE MOST OF SUMMERGREAT FOOD COLD DRINKS
When pondering a Hinterland escape, head to Restaurant Botanica at Spicers Vineyard Estate along Hermitage Road in Pokolbin. A contemporary dining room awaits, with timber tables, cane wicker chair...
"Readers' Choice 2020 - Indian"
Urban Tadka

Urban Tadka

Indian   $$$$$   Opens at 12:00 PM

Terrey Hills

13 Chef Hat Award Restaurant & Catering Association
DAWAT Banquet $65ppExperience our Dawat Feast at Urban Tadka, perfect for groups of six or more. Enjoy papadums with dips, Murgh Koyla Tikka, Lamb Awadhi Seekh, samosas, and Paneer Sigdi before choosing four deliciou...
Luma Restaurant

Luma Restaurant

European   $$$$$   Opens at 6:30 AM

Adelaide CBD

12 Chef Hat Award
Natures Harvest MenuSeasonal Dining OfferLuma Restaurant and Kangaroo Island Ligurian Bee Co invite you to a seasonal dining experience celebrating the land, the growers and the golden touch of nature’s harvest.
The Fitzroy Beer Garden

The Fitzroy Beer Garden

Pub Food   $$$$$   Opens at 12:00 PM

Fitzroy

Happy Hour at The Fitzroy Beer Garden!5pm-7pm WeekdaysUnwind at The Fitzroy Beer Garden with our unbeatable Happy Hour, running Monday to Friday from 5pm to 7pm. Sip on $7 wines, $9 pints and spirits, or treat yourself to 2 for $35 signature cocktails...