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Restaurants With Organic Options

October Seafood DegustationBook nowCelebrating the Best of the Sea in the Heart of the Land Join us at Black Cat Truffles for an elegant seafood-focused degustation lunch, where the finest Australian coastal produce meets the cre...
"Readers' Choice 2019 - Regional"
Bella Venezia

Bella Venezia

Italian   $$$$$   Opens at 11:30 AM

Mooloolaba

12 Chef Hat Award
Chef's 7 Step Tasting Menu$129 per personIndulge in an exquisite culinary journey with our Chef's 7 Step Tasting Menu! Elevate your dining experience for just $129 pp; elevate further with matching wine for $199, or opt for premium matchi...
Located in the heart of cosmopolitan Broadbeach overlooking Victoria Park, multi-award-winning Moo Moo The Wine Bar + Grill is undoubtedly considered the Gold Coast’s best steak restaurant. Moo Moo...
The Wintergarden

The Wintergarden

European   $$$$$   Opens at 11:00 AM

Medlow Bath

14 Chef Hat Award
High Tea in the WintergardenAvailable DailyStep into a world of timeless elegance with a distinguished high tea experience at The Hydro Majestic. The Wintergarden Restaurant, rich in heritage and grandeur, presents a refined selection of ha...
Shu Restaurant

Shu Restaurant

Chinese   $$$$$   Opens at 6:00 PM

Collingwood

14 Chef Hat Award
Unlimited Yum ChaSaturday & SundayUnlimited Yum Cha lunch every Saturday/ Sunday for $55 per person within two hours. Bottomless beverage options available for extra $45 per person. Sitting times 12pm- 2pm / 1pm- 3pm. Book your tab...
While away an afternoon at Cullen Wines Biodynamic Wine Room on Caves Road in Wilyabrup, gazing across the vineyards and indulging in superb wine and food. Relax alfresco at the only biodynamic and...
"Readers' Choice 2019 Winner"
Iberian Dinner Partya Savour the Tweed eventFollowing our sell-out debut at Savour The Tweed, we’re uniting two culinary powerhouses from opposite sides of the Iberian peninsula for one unforgettable evening. Potager’s Portuguese head che...
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 $69 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...
The Dining Room restaurant on Arthurs Seat Road in Red Hill does regional dining right. Nestled in Lancemore Lindenderry Red Hill vineyard, this dining destination is the ideal spot to enjoy long, ...
"A Hidden Brisbane Gem"
Deer Duck Bistro

Deer Duck Bistro

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

Auchenflower

15 Chef Hat Award
Treat yourself and loved ones to an elegant dining experience at Deer Duck Bistro on Milton Road, an Auchenflower venue with a touch of class. Emanating a distinguished vibe, enjoy a pre-dinner dri...
"Sydney's Best Gnocchi"
Cucinetta

Cucinetta

Italian   $$$$$   Opens at 5:30 PM

Woolwich

12 Chef Hat Award
When only the best will do, head to Cucinetta on Woolwich Road, overlooking Lane Cove River, where guests embark on a culinary adventure like no other. Offering an abundance of natural light, retre...
"Ethically sustainable, seasonal products"
Shelter

Shelter

Modern Australian   $$$$$   Open Now

Lennox Head

13 Chef Hat Award
Weddings At ShelterEnquire Today!Shelter offers the perfect beachside setting for weddings and special celebrations, seamlessly blending indoor and outdoor spaces in a beautifully relaxed style. Whether you're drawn by the warm at...
The Cowrie Restaurant

The Cowrie Restaurant

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

Terrigal

12 Chef Hat Award Restaurant & Catering Association
Uniquely located high above Terrigal with stunning panoramic ocean and bay views, The Cowrie Restaurant is a must-visit dining destination on the Scenic Highway. Providing an iconic and memorable s...
Firma Italian

Firma Italian

Italian   $$$$$   Opens at 5:30 PM

South Brisbane

12 Chef Hat Award
Cloudburst Wine DinnerQld ExclusiveExperience the uncompromising world of Cloudburst Wines at a Queensland exclusive dinner with founder Will Berliner. Featuring back vintage Chardonnays and Cabernets rarely seen outside private col...
"Readers' Choice 2019 Winner"
The Woodhouse Bar and Grill

The Woodhouse Bar and Grill

Steak   $$$$$   Opens at 5:00 PM

Bendigo

13 Chef Hat Award
Follow the aroma of delicious smokiness to The Woodhouse Bar and Grill on Williamson Street in Bendigo. This steakhouse and red gum grill is a local favourite presenting a rustic dining experience,...
"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
Sip, savour and unwind as the sun sets and the music beginsSunset SessionsElevate your Friday nights with our Sunset Sessions - an evening of stunning views, live music by Jacqui Lim and a delicious new menu. As the sun sets, savour estate-grown wines and fresh seasonal ...
"Fantastic imagination and technique"
Hardy's Verandah Restaurant

Hardy's Verandah Restaurant

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

Crafers

17 Chef Hat Award
Just 15 minutes from Adelaide, overlooking the rolling patchwork of Piccadilly Valley, is Mount Lofty House, home to Hardy’s Verandah Restaurant. An elegant atmosphere awaits, styled with true refi...
Jazz Dinner A Night of SongEnjoy the legendary Caroline Agostini as she sings jazz classics as you dine in the elegant dining room, delighting in our à la carte 3-course, or the 5 & 7-course set menu. Nobody does a jazz dinn...
"Majestic Location Overlooking Balmoral Beach"
The Spring Community Lunch!$220pp Come celebrate the vibrant flavours of Spring at Balmoral Beach on Sunday the 26th October 2025. Enjoy live music, a 4-Course Shared Grazing Menu and a cocktail on arrival — part of this year’s Fe...
"Readers' Choice 2020 - Regional"
The Line & Label

The Line & Label

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

Port Lincoln

13 Chef Hat Award
Line & Label Visit Us Today!Under the masterful eye of executive chef Mark Jensen, Line & Label has cemented Port Lincoln as a must-visit destination for foodies and wine lovers!Our menu, which perfectly combines outstanding ...