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Restaurants Serving Lunch

Those seeking authentic Greek fare in Maidstone, follow tantalising aromas down Hampstead Road to find The Naughty Greek Restaurant. Family-owned with more than 25 years’ experience, this Melbourne...
Flora's Restaurant

Flora's Restaurant

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

Cranbrook

On Glen Gala Road in Cranbrook, Flora’s Restaurant at Craigie Knowe Vineyard offers a relaxed vineyard dining experience surrounded by the beauty of Tasmania’s East Coast. Set within a marquee amon...
Rich & Rare

Rich & Rare

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

West End

13 Chef Hat Award
Fresh Flavours at Brisbane’s Favourite SteakhouseRich & Rare’s New MenuDiscover what’s new at Rich & Rare. Our latest menu brings fresh additions to Brisbane’s favourite steakhouse, crafted to elevate your dining experience and impress both loyal guests and first-time...
"Award-winning Share Plates."
Social Eating House & Bar

Social Eating House & Bar

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

Broadbeach

13 Chef Hat Award Restaurant & Catering Association
Social Eating House Banquet ExperienceCelebratory Shared DiningAt Social Eating House, our banquet experience is designed for shared dining and celebration. Enjoy a curated menu of standout dishes, crafted for flavour and variety, perfect for groups looking to...
Elegant French Dining At Harry’s At ContiBook now!Indulge in refined French-inspired dining at Harry’s at Conti with an elegant multi-course menu designed for true food lovers. Enjoy classics like moules marinière, lobster medallion, market fish, ...
Garcon Bleu

Garcon Bleu

French   $$$$$   Open Now

Adelaide CBD

12 Chef Hat Award
THREE SHORES: A CULINARY JOURNEY ACROSS MUMBAI, WELLINGTON & ADELAIDE$265 pp | 12:30 - 3:30pmEmbark on an unforgettable culinary voyage at Garçon Bleu — a six-course degustation inspired by Executive Chef Shweta Ghate’s journey across Mumbai, Wellington and Adelaide. Discover vibrant spice...
"Readers' Choice 2020 - Indian"
Urban Tadka

Urban Tadka

Indian   $$$$$   Opens Tue 12:00 PM

Terrey Hills

12 Chef Hat Award Restaurant & Catering Association
Hosting an event?Enquire today!Whether you're planning a wedding, engagement, birthday or corporate affair, Urban Tadka offers a vibrant private event space perfect for 150–200 guests. Impress your guests with the theatre of cha...
Modern Italian diningAuthentic FlavoursJoin us at Restaurant Santino in Wollongong for modern Italian dining with fresh pastas, refined entrées and standout mains. Start with sourdough, olives or veal tartare, then enjoy dishes like pro...
Chef's Feed Me 5-Course Menu, $82ppExperience the best of SLATE Restaurant with our Chef’s Feed Me Menu — a five-course shared dining experience that celebrates the region’s finest seasonal produce. Let our chefs guide you on a culi...
Pompette

Pompette

French   $$$$$   Opens at 11:00 AM

Brisbane CBD

12 Chef Hat Award
Your Next Event, Perfectly CuratedFrench Flair, River ViewsHost your next celebration at Pompette, a French-inspired, stylish venue on The Terrace at The Star Brisbane. Enjoy dazzling river views, playful cocktails, effervescent bubbles, and exceptional fo...
Luma Restaurant

Luma Restaurant

European   $$$$$   Open Now

Adelaide CBD

14 Chef Hat Award
Earth & Ember MenuBookings EssentialLuma's signature menu is a seasonal, hyper local tasting journey celebrating our region’s producers, stories and flavours - sustainably crafted to connect you deeply with the land, its heritage and...
Chef’s Tasting Dinner ExperiencePlates & WineJoin us at Tulip for dinner Tuesday to Saturday from 5:30pm in Geelong West. Enjoy a relaxed, contemporary dining experience featuring seasonal, locally sourced ingredients. Choose from wine and sn...
Shaffa

Shaffa

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

Surry Hills

12 Chef Hat Award
$79pp Weekend Long Lunchevery Sat & Sun from 12pmSettle in for our $79pp Weekend Long Lunch: a shared feast of Shaffa’s signature dishes, crafted for slow afternoons and good company. Add bottomless drinks from $37pp. Perfect for birthdays, hens,...
Five-course wine dinner celebrating Pook Road VineyardThursday 28 May 2026Join us at Alium Dining for an exclusive wine dinner in collaboration with Pook Road Vineyard. On Thursday 23 April 2026, we invite you to settle in for an evening that celebrates bold wines and th...
"Readers' Choice 2019 Winner"
The Woodhouse Bar and Grill

The Woodhouse Bar and Grill

Steak   $$$$$   Opens Tue 5:00 PM

Bendigo

13 Chef Hat Award
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...
Fatcow on James St

Fatcow on James St

Steak   $$$$$   Opens at 11:30 AM

Fortitude Valley

14 Chef Hat Award
DISCOVER WHAT'S NEWNew flavours at Fatcow!Fatcow elevates Brisbane’s steakhouse scene with exciting new menu additions, blending premium cuts with bold, refined flavours. From expertly grilled meats to carefully crafted sides, each dish is...
Longwang

Longwang

Asian   $$$$$   Opens at 11:00 AM

Brisbane CBD

13 Chef Hat Award
Brisbane Functions with EnergyHost, Feast & CelebrateHost your next function at Longwang, where bold flavours meet vibrant, multi-level spaces in the heart of Brisbane. From intimate gatherings to full venue takeovers for up to 175 guests, our unique...
Nel Restaurant

Nel Restaurant

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

Sydney CBD

16 Chef Hat Award
The Pines X Nelly Robinson: Degustation by NEL$135 per personExperience something truly special with Degustation by NEL at The Pines, a limited six-week pop-up led by acclaimed chef Nelly Robinson. This exclusive 10-course journey showcases bold flavours, pl...
Offering stunning views from every table, Jonah’s on Bynya Road in Whale Beach is one of Australia’s most spectacular ocean retreats. Located on Sydney’s Northern Beaches, this Chef-hatted venue ha...
Marri Seven-Course Tasting ExperienceA Must-try!Embark on a refined culinary journey with Arrana’s Marri seven-course tasting menu, designed to celebrate seasonal ingredients and creative flavour pairings. Enjoy dishes such as spanner crab with ...