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"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 at 11:00 AM

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"
Mt Lofty Ranges Vineyard

Mt Lofty Ranges Vineyard

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

Lenswood

14 Chef Hat Award Restaurant & Catering Association
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   $$$$$   Opens at 10:00 AM

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...
Expert team of sommeliers Book Now!We're very proud of award-winning wine list and our passionate team loves to craft unforgettable food and wine experiences. Book a table today!
"Readers' Choice 2019 Winner"
The Woodhouse ExperienceFrom $155ppIndulge in The Woodhouse Experience – an eight-course sharing menu designed for serious food lovers. From freshly shucked Tasmanian oysters and woodfired king prawns to Sher Wagyu tartare, wagyu sk...
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 ...
Josef Chromy Restaurant

Josef Chromy Restaurant

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

Relbia

13 Chef Hat Award
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 12:00 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 12:00 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...
Orchestral DinnerMusic from the MoviesDelight in a night of music in the elegant dining room with the Caldera Chamber Ensemble performing the great movie classic theme songs - conducted by Barry Singh.
St Hugo Restaurant

St Hugo Restaurant

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

Rowland Flat

13 Chef Hat Award
Expect an immersive sensory experience at St Hugo Restaurant on Barossa Valley Way in Rowland Flat. Nestled in the heart of the Barossa Valley in a captivating setting overlooking the vineyard, thi...
Ates Blackheath

Ates Blackheath

Mediterranean   $$$$$   Opens at 5:30 PM

Blackheath

12 Chef Hat Award
Wood-fired warmth and mountain air set the tone on Govetts Leap Road in Blackheath at Ates Blackheath. This intimate restaurant and wine bar centres around a 150-year-old ironbark-fuelled oven, del...
Ruby's Mount Kembla

Ruby's Mount Kembla

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

Mount Kembla

14 Chef Hat Award
Discover a quaint cottage complete with original floorboards, open fireplaces and memorabilia of a time gone by at Ruby’s on Harry Graham Drive in Mount Kembla. With three private dining rooms, a m...
Sips & SavouriesEnjoy snacks 4pm-6pmSoak up the afternoon sun and enjoy a variety of snacks and daily wine specials. Simply walk on in!
"Readers' Choice 2020 - Fine Dining"
The Boat House

The Boat House

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

Barton

13 Chef Hat Award
Surrounded by private parkland overlooking Lake Burley Griffin, The Boat House is the ideal place to relax and enjoy award-winning dining. Escape from the city life of Canberra and enjoy stunning l...
"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...
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...
Serafino Restaurant

Serafino Restaurant

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

McLaren Vale

12 Chef Hat Award
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...
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...