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Restaurants Serving Lunch

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...
Sinclair's

Sinclair's

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

Penrith

12 Chef Hat Award
Bottomless Lunch by the RiverBrunch and Bubbles Join us at Sinclair’s Riverside Bottomless Lunch every Saturday and Sunday from 12pm. For $85 per person, enjoy a 2-hour indulgent multi-course menu by Head Chef Scott Mills, featuring seasonal loc...
"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
Valentine's Day LunchJoin us this Valentine's Celebrate love with our Valentine's Day lunch, a romantic setting for two, a stunning degustation menu and awarding winning wines. The perfect way to spoil your someone special.
Nel Restaurant

Nel Restaurant

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

Sydney CBD

16 Chef Hat Award
An invitation to discover Australia's native flavoursGet bookingWe're kicking off 2026 with a menu that celebrates native Australian ingredients — bold, unexpected and deeply rooted in this land. Think pepperberry, bush tomato, lemon aspen, macadamia and sea...
Restaurant Santino

Restaurant Santino

Italian   $$$$$   Opens at 12:00 PM

Wollongong

13 Chef Hat Award
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...
Gildas

Gildas

Spanish   $$$$$   Opens at 12:00 PM

Surry Hills

14 Chef Hat Award
Bar Heather: Guest Chef SeriesCollab with Lennox HastieThe first guest star of our dinner series is Ollie Wong from Byron Bay favourite, Bar Heather. Head Chef Ollie Wong takes over the Gildas kitchen for a one-off collaboration with Lennox Hastie (...
Ippin Japanese Dining

Ippin Japanese Dining

Japanese   $$$$$   Opens at 11:00 AM

West End

13 Chef Hat Award
New 58pp BanquetFrom 29 DecemberAvailable from 29 December, our seasonal banquet celebrates the flavours of a Japanese summer: fresh, bright, and beautifully balanced. 7 Courses Include: • Spicy Edamame • Green Salad - with...
Bar Lettera

Bar Lettera

Italian   $$$$$   Opens at 7:30 AM

North Sydney

12 Chef Hat Award
Valentine's DayThree-Course Set Menu$109pp includes a glass of premium Italian sparkling Franciacorta on arrival, followed by four courses including our Black Angus Rump Cap, signature Lettera bread and more. Chef Ryan is particularl...
Lola's Wine Bar

Lola's Wine Bar

European   $$$$$   Opens at 12:00 PM

Norwood

12 Chef Hat Award
Valentines Day at Lola'sFree dessert on us*Whether you are celebrating with a mate, a date or solo; spend your Valentine's Day with us. To make the day even sweeter, enjoy a free dessert- compliments of Lola*. *minimum spend of $50pp app...
Water’s Edge Canberra

Water’s Edge Canberra

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

Parkes

12 Chef Hat Award
Sharing MenuSharing Menu for Two This menu design to share. We need minimum 2 people up to any even numbers.
Annata

Annata

Bistro   $$$$$   Opens at 12:00 PM

St Leonards

13 Chef Hat Award
One Vision - Two Hemispheres - Five Course Dinner Burgundy & Otago WinesJoin us for a rare and intimate wine dinner celebrating Domaine Thomson, an extraordinary family estate spanning Central Otago, New Zealand and Burgundy, France. Hosted by owner PM (Pui Mun) Chan,...
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...
Neeri Nuff Wine Bar & Kitchen

Neeri Nuff Wine Bar & Kitchen

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

Neerim

13 Chef Hat Award
Soumah Wine LunchAustralia vs ItalyOn Saturday 28th February Neeri Nuff is proud to host Soumah Wines for lunch, a premium Yarra Valley producer of Italian Varietals and classic Yarra Valley varietals of Chardonnay and Pinot Noir. L...
Ennui

Ennui

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

Haymarket

13 Chef Hat Award
Ennui Chef SeriesWith Chris BenedetFor one night only on February 26, Ennui hosts an unforgettable Chef Series takeover. Chris Benedet of Etheus takes over the pans, drawing on memories of food cooked by his nonna and nonno to creat...
Garcon Bleu

Garcon Bleu

French   $$$$$   Opens at 7:00 AM

Adelaide CBD

12 Chef Hat Award
Easter Buffet De BrunchEaster Sunday 5th April Easter Sunday 5th April 2026 | 12:30pm – 2:30pm Celebrate Easter Sunday at Garçon Bleu with an indulgent buffet de brunch featuring seasonal gourmet dishes, artisan pastries, premium charcuter...
Peel St

Peel St

Fusion   $$$$$   Opens at 5:30 PM

Adelaide CBD

12 Chef Hat Award
Valentines Day at Peel St Restaurant$95pp Tasting Menu Celebrate Valentine’s Day at Peel St with a thoughtfully curated tasting menu designed for a truly memorable date. Treat your loved one to a dining experience filled with exclusive new dishes craft...
Otis Dining Hall

Otis Dining Hall

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

Kingston

14 Chef Hat Award
Pepper Steak Perfection at OtisRich, Bold & DeliciousAt Otis, we serve bold, flavour-packed dishes that keep guests coming back. Our Pepper Steak is a house favourite — perfectly cooked, rich, and finished with a signature sauce that’s unapologetical...
Valentine's Day at Little Truffle14th FebruaryCelebrate Valentine’s Day at Little Truffle Dining Room & Bar with an elegant multi-course experience on Saturday 14 February 2026. Priced at $165pp, the curated menu begins with a refined amuse bo...