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Restaurants With Bush Views

"2019 Readers' Choice Award"
À La Carte & Tasting MenusSeasonal Flavours, ExpertAt Wild Swan, we offer thoughtfully crafted à la carte and tasting menus that showcase modern Australian cuisine at its finest. Executive Chef Michael Hartnell and Head Chef Anthony Power combine c...
"Smooth sophistication and elegance"
Sault

Sault

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

Daylesford

15 Chef Hat Award
3 or 4 Course Midweek MenuSeasonal MenuEnjoy our 3 or 4 course midweek menu featuring house-baked sourdough, cultured butter, and seasonal, locally sourced ingredients. Highlights include beef tartare, ocean trout, potato agnolotti, mar...
"Readers' Choice 2019 - Regional"
Sunset SessionFriday Night Dining Kickstart your weekend with our Friday night Sunset Session. A fresh new menu, award winning wines, live music and a gorgeous all season venue. The perfect way to ease into the weekend.
Margan Restaurant

Margan Restaurant

Modern Australian   $$$$$   Open Now

Broke

14 Chef Hat Award
Seasonal Farm-to-table Dining at Margan RestaurantFrom $90ppEnjoy a seasonal dining experience at Margan Restaurant, where estate-grown produce and thoughtful pairings take centre stage. Choose a two- or three-course menu showcasing dishes like dry-aged sna...
Take in panoramic views of rolling vineyards as you dine in style at Barmah Park Restaurant & Cellar Door in Moorooduc. Located a short drive from Mornington on Moorooduc Highway, this destination ...
Tuesday Night Special$58 per pesonTurn your Tuesday into something special at Magpie’s Nest. Enjoy a beautifully curated three-course midweek dining experience featuring house-made breads with our own extra virgin olive oil, garden...
Celebrate Your Day in StyleFood, Wine & Scenic ViewsLet our dedicated event manager bring your wedding vision to life at Josef Chromy Estate, just 15 minutes from Launceston. Exchange vows in the lakeside pavilion, then host guests in lush gardens ...
Entrata

Entrata

Italian   $$$$$   Opens at 5:30 PM

Glenhaven

12 Chef Hat Award
Celebrate 2026 with 25% off your food billFebruary OnlyDine with us for dinner every Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday & Friday in February and receive 25% off your food bill! T&C's apply. Online bookings only.
"Fantastic imagination and technique"
Hardy's Verandah Restaurant

Hardy's Verandah Restaurant

Modern Australian   $$$$$   Opens at 6:00 PM

Crafers

16 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...
Rumi Explore: Island Dining & DiscoveryAvailable NowDiscover the magic of Louth Island with Rumi’s Explore Day Package. Begin with a scenic boat transfer, then enjoy a guided buggy tour exploring the island’s rich history, future projects and native...
Chin Chin Takes Over Pt. Leo Estate for an Unmissable MFWF WeekendAlmost Sold Out. Book nowFor one weekend only, Chin Chin joins Pt. Leo Estate for a landmark Melbourne Food & Wine Festival collaboration at one of Victoria’s most iconic destinations. Blending bold Southeast Asian flavour...
"Menu celebrates Australia’s best"
Perched high above the Scenic Rim on Wilkinson Road in Maryvale, The Peak Restaurant at Spicers Peak Lodge delivers a dining experience as breathtaking as its surroundings. Framed by sweeping views...
The Cape Lodge Restaurant

The Cape Lodge Restaurant

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

Yallingup

14 Chef Hat Award
Set among the tranquil landscapes of Yallingup, The Cape Lodge Restaurant on Caves Road delivers a dining experience shaped by season, place and produce. The kitchen’s ingredient-driven philosophy ...
Framed by rolling hills on Onkaparinga Valley Road in Verdun, Ondeen is a thoughtfully designed Adelaide Hills destination that blends culinary craft with a strong sense of place. Just moments from...
Perched above the vines on McDonalds Road in Pokolbin, Amanda’s on the Edge offers a dining experience defined by breathtaking views and relaxed Hunter Valley charm. Set atop Windsor’s Edge Vineyar...
Summer MenuBook Now!Serafino Restaurant unveils its vibrant new summer menu, celebrating local South Australian produce with elegant, season-driven flair. Expect fresh, expressive entrées like beetroot-cured ocean tro...
Bask

Bask

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

Peregian Beach

14 Chef Hat Award
For long lazy lunches, intimate dining and elegant events in the heart of Peregian Beach, head to Bask restaurant on David Low Way. Expect stylish, sophisticated, yet casual dining with white-cloth...
Take in sweeping views over the rolling hills of Goonoo Goonoo Station and the distant Liverpool Range from the contemporary surrounds of Glasshouse Restaurant on New England Highway in Tamworth. C...
AMARA

AMARA

Modern Australian   $$$$$   Opens at 6:30 PM

Bowen Mountain

15 Chef Hat Award
Celebrate the graces of nature in alluring bushland surrounds at AMARA Restaurant on Grandview Lane in Bowen Mountain. With a name meaning ‘grace’ in West African, this stylish Sydney restaurant pr...
"Readers' Choice 2020 - Asian"
Sum Yung Guys

Sum Yung Guys

Asian   $$$$$   Opens at 5:00 PM

Noosaville

14 Chef Hat Award
Midday Flavours at Sum Yung GuysModern Asian StyleAt Sum Yung Guys, we serve lunch with bold, modern Asian flavours designed for sharing. From crispy Mooloolaba prawn toast to fresh salads and small plates, our midday menu pairs perfectly with our...