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Restaurants With Private Dining

Wildflower

Wildflower

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

Perth CBD

17 Chef Hat Award
Christmas Day Lunch at WildflowerChristmas at WildflowerIndulge in the festive spirit with a luxurious five-course Christmas Day lunch at Wildflower. Celebrate the season in style, savouring each carefully crafted dish alongside an optional curated w...
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...
Nel Restaurant

Nel Restaurant

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

Sydney CBD

16 Chef Hat Award
Fine dining with an irreverent attitude is what you’ll find at Nel Restaurant on Wentworth Avenue in the heart of Sydney’s CBD. This Chef-hatted dining destination delivers an ever-changing 11-cour...
New Year's Eve Dinner at LuciFeast Your Way into 2026Enjoy a feast fit for the occasion in the grandeur of Luci with a decadent four-course dinner and optional bottomless drinks to elevate the celebration. Click on more info to book:
Antica Dining

Antica Dining

Italian   $$$$$   Opens at 12:00 PM

North Sydney

12 Chef Hat Award
Christmas Events At AnticaNorth SydneyBook Your Christmas Party at Antica?? Celebrate the season in style with 4 private dining spaces available. Perfect for groups of 9–54+ guests. ? Limited dates still available. Enquire today...
Atelier By Sofitel

Atelier By Sofitel

French   $$$$$   Open Now

Sydney CBD

15 Chef Hat Award
Celebrate the Festive Season with Sofitel Lunch and Dinner optionsGather your loved ones and indulge in the joy of holidays with our Festive Lunch Buffet or our thoughtfully curated Christmas Day Dinner. Whether you’re bringing the whole family or planning a cosy...
ISH Restaurant

ISH Restaurant

Indian   $$$$$   Opens at 5:00 PM

Fitzroy

13 Chef Hat Award
Private Dining and EventsEnquire Today!Host your next special occasion at ISH Restaurant, where intimate charm meets exceptional dining. Perfect for private events of up to 40 guests, our team will tailor every detail—from bespoke menus...
Group Italian Feast at FigoContact Us Today!Gather your group and experience the best of Italian hospitality at Figo Restaurant & Bar with our function menu, perfect for parties of 8 or more at just $89pp. Enjoy a shared feast of artisan ant...
The Cowrie Restaurant

The Cowrie Restaurant

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

Terrigal

12 Chef Hat Award Restaurant & Catering Association
Dine Above Terrigal’s Ocean ViewsBook Your Table TodayPerched high above Terrigal with sweeping ocean and bay views, The Cowrie delivers an unforgettable dining experience on the Scenic Highway. Celebrate any occasion with refined dishes crafted from ...
Akaiito

Akaiito

Japanese   $$$$$   Opens at 6:00 PM

Melbourne CBD

15 Chef Hat Award
Akaiito Lunch MenuVisit Us Today!Akaiito Lunch menu! For the first time since 2020, Akaiito welcomes you back for lunch. Indulge in a seasonal 2-course $55 or 3-course $68 menu, featuring refined dishes crafted with the freshest i...
Serafino Restaurant

Serafino Restaurant

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

McLaren Vale

13 Chef Hat Award
What's On at SerafinoCome and Join UsThere’s always something happening at Serafino! From dinners and masterclasses to seasonal celebrations and live events, explore what’s on and join us for an experience to remember. Click on more i...
Those looking for a fine Modern Australian dining experience presented in an intimate setting head to Little Truffle Dining Room & Bar on Gold Coast Highway in Mermaid Beach. This elegant restauran...
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...
Annata

Annata

Bistro   $$$$$   Opens at 12:00 PM

St Leonards

13 Chef Hat Award
Wonderful dining experiences underpinned by beautiful cuisine and perfectly matched wine are what await at Annata on Willoughby Road in Crows Nest. Expect an urban chic look and feel – stylish but ...
Pt. Leo Estate Vineyard & Wine ImmersionLtd. Bookings EssentialEnjoy a guided vineyard tour and in-situ wine tasting with a Wine Ambassadors, light snacks, and a bottle of wine to take home. Inclusions: Guided vineyard walk and tasting with Wine Ambassador...
Penny Blue

Penny Blue

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

Adelaide CBD

12 Chef Hat Award
Festive Season LunchWe're Open For Lunch!Traditional Penny Blue a la carte menu with festive specials! From Thursday 30 October to Friday 19 December, we’re open for lunch. Enjoy our full à la carte menu, enhanced with seasonal special...
Osteria Coogee

Osteria Coogee

Italian   $$$$$   Opens at 12:00 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
Angelo's Cabarita

Angelo's Cabarita

Modern Australian   $$$$$   Opens at 11:30 AM

Cabarita

12 Chef Hat Award
Christmas Day on the BayTraditional Festive FeastCelebrate Christmas in style on the waterfront with a long, luxurious family-style feast. Our three-course shared menu brings everyone together over bountiful platters of fresh seafood, festive mai...
Oribu

Oribu

Japanese   $$$$$   Opens at 5:00 PM

Parramatta

13 Chef Hat Award
A World First - Oribu's Matcha KnafehTradition, ReimaginedAt Oribu, dessert is memory - an echo of tradition reimagined. Rooted in Japanese craftsmanship and the spirit of the tea ceremony, each detail speaks with intention. Introducing the world’s first ...
Ippin Japanese Dining

Ippin Japanese Dining

Japanese   $$$$$   Opens at 11:00 AM

West End

12 Chef Hat Award
Bottomless Long LunchEvery Friday-SaturdaySavour a delicious banquet paired with a 1.5-2-hour beverage package featuring sparkling, wine and beer, starting at just from $88 pp. Click on more info to book: