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Restaurants With Alfresco Dining

"Readers' Choice 2019 Winner"
Bastille Day at PotagerDegustation DinnerCelebrate Bastille Day at Potager with an elegant French-inspired degustation dinner and matched wine pairing. Gather around the long table for an evening of seasonal food, thoughtfully selected wi...
Wagyu Wednesday Winter warmers Did you know we run a Wagyu special every Wednesday. $35 for 300g mb9 Wagyu rump bookings appreciated and walk ins welcome
Jonah's

Jonah's

European   $$$$$   Opens Thu 12:00 PM

Whale Beach

12 Chef Hat Award
Truffle Dinner5 courses + canapesDiscover the depth and richness of truffle season with an indulgent evening at Jonah's. This specially curated experience features five courses plus canapés, with every dish designed to highlig...
Located in the heart of the city in the historical Port Office Building, Moo Moo the Wine Bar + Grill on Edward Street is one of Brisbane’s favourite steak restaurants. Nestled in the Stamford Plaz...
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...
"A Wonderful Daily Changing Menu"
Nestled on Balfour Street in the heart of New Farm, The Balfour Kitchen and Bar is a beautifully restored Queenslander that transitions seamlessly from a light-filled breakfast and brunch destinati...
BLOWFISH Ocean Grill + Bar
12 Chef Hat Award
Discover the Gold Coast’s trendiest seafood dining destination and meeting place at BLOWFISH Ocean Grill + Bar on Oracle Boulevard in Broadbeach. Brought to diners by the team behind Moo Moo Gold C...
Shaffa

Shaffa

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

Surry Hills

12 Chef Hat Award
4 CULT DISHES, REVISITED. 5 YEARS OF SHAFFA.9 June to 5 JulyWe invite you to join us and revisit four Shaffa favourites dishes that have shaped our journey through Levantine cuisine—With a dish spotlight rolling out each week, for a month-long birthday cele...
Steak & Frites Night at The Dining RoomAvail. All Winter MondaysJoin us every Monday evening at The Dining Room. Enjoy Sher Wagyu with black garlic, frites and seasonal salads, paired with a glass of 2019 De Vasari Chianti Riserva DOCG for $60 per person. Wheth...
Winnifred’s

Winnifred’s

French   $$$$$   Opens at 11:00 AM

Fortitude Valley

12 Chef Hat Award
Bastille Day celebration dinnerTuesday 14th JulyCelebrate Bastille Day in style at Winnifred's with Champagne Doyard Revolution on arrival followed by an elegant five course degustation $220pp, paired with matching wines an additional $99.
Orleans Restaurant and Bar

Orleans Restaurant and Bar

French   $$$$$   Opens at 5:00 PM

Maroochydore

12 Chef Hat Award
Orleans X Brockenchack Wine Long LunchSaturday 26 July|$170ppLet the smooth sounds of live jazz set the tone as you arrive at Orléans Soirée — a soulful long degustation lunch inspired by Southern charm, paired with award-winning wines from Brockenchack and ...
Temaki Sushi Melbourne

Temaki Sushi Melbourne

Japanese   $$$$$   Opens Thu 5:30 PM

Melbourne CBD

12 Chef Hat Award
Expect an intimate dining experience from a multi-course seasonal menu at Temaki Sushi Melbourne on Little Collins Street in the heart of the city. Paired with a unique selection of sake, Japanese ...
Magpies Nest

Magpies Nest

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

Wagga Wagga

12 Chef Hat Award
Tuesday Night SpecialThree courses for $58ppStarting with our house made breads, our own EV live oil and dukkah accompanied by a salad of seasonal garden pickings. Guests choose a main course from our seasonal menu followed by a dessert spec...
Jimmy Wah's

Jimmy Wah's

Vietnamese   $$$$$   Opens at 12:00 PM

Burleigh Heads

13 Chef Hat Award Restaurant & Catering Association
Located in the heart of Burleigh Heads, head to Jimmy Wah’s on Gold Coast Highway for traditional Vietnamese fare with contemporary style. Find a lively, buzzing vibe in keeping with the GC lifesty...
Yarri

Yarri

Modern Australian   $$$$$   Opens Thu 4:00 PM

Dunsborough

14 Chef Hat Award
Locals NightEvery ThursdayLocals love our steak, so that's why every Thursday we're giving you a night that's all yours with plenty of yummy specials to choose from: A la carte menu options + $99 steak special for two + ...
Nanny Goat Vineyard Wine Tasting Dinner | Beechmont EstateFriday 3 July 2026In partnership with Nanny Goat Vineyard, Beechmont Estate presents a one-night only wine makers dinner.
Margan Restaurant

Margan Restaurant

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

Broke

14 Chef Hat Award
DINE | Farm-To-Table Lunch DiningMonday - Thursday Our menu offers two and three course options, with selections featuring entrée’s, mains and desserts as well as additional sides, house baked bread and artisanal cheese. DINE | Farm-To-Table Lunc...
"Majestic Location Overlooking Balmoral Beach"
Locals Do Lunch$45 Lunch Special Enjoy your choice of a delicate poached trout salad, succulent wagyu beef burger or kumura & whipped Meredith goat's curd mafaldine pasta, as you relax by the shores of Balmoral Beach. Only $45 inc...
L'Heritage

L'Heritage

French   $$$$$   Opens at 11:30 AM

Mosman

13 Chef Hat Award
Perched on the wharf at Chowder Bay Road in Mosman, L'Heritage is a stunning French restaurant housed in a historic ex-Navy drill hall, surrounded by national park and breathtaking harbour views — ...
Hearth Restaurant
Ritz Kids Afternoon Tea School holidays at HearthRitz Kids themed afternoon tea featuring a selection of sweet and savoury treats inspired by our beloved Ritz Kids mascot, Leo the Lion.