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Modern Australian Restaurants

Flora's Restaurant

Flora's Restaurant

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

Cranbrook

A Vineyard Dining Experience on Tasmania’s East CoastDinner on SaturdaysExperience a memorable Saturday night dinner at Flora’s Restaurant, where modern Tasmanian produce is elevated with refined Asian flair. Set within the beautiful Craigie Knowe Vineyard, enjoy an in...
Rich & Rare

Rich & Rare

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

West End

13 Chef Hat Award
Premium Flavours, No Planning NeededEaster Feasting Made EasyNo planning needed! Just book, arrive, and enjoy a delicious Easter experience at Rich & Rare. Indulge in premium steaks, fresh seafood, and modern Aussie flavours, perfectly paired with wines, coc...
Sinclair's

Sinclair's

Modern Australian   $$$$$   Opens at 5:30 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...
Margan Restaurant

Margan Restaurant

Modern Australian   $$$$$   Open Now

Broke

14 Chef Hat Award
Easter Long Weekend | Farm-to-table Dining From $90pp Change of season means change of menu in the restaurant. As always, Head Chef Harry has collaborated with our garden team, led by Alicia Giles, to ensure an abundant produce haul makes it way to th...
Brewery Dining ExperienceFood with Craft BrewsDiscover our hearty brewery food, perfectly paired with Gippsland-inspired beers and seasonal brews. Our menu features southern-smoked BBQ meats, artisan burgers, fresh salads and wood-fired flavou...
"Smooth sophistication and elegance"
Sault

Sault

Modern Australian   $$$$$   Opens at 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...
"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...
Neeri Nuff Wine Bar & Kitchen

Neeri Nuff Wine Bar & Kitchen

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

Neerim

13 Chef Hat Award
William Downie Wine LunchPinot Noir wine LunchJoin us on April 18th at 12pm to meet William Downie, specializing in Pinot Noir, presenting 4 wines, expertly matched with a 4 course lunch. Enjoy a long lunch, while chatting with the winemaker ....
"So many delicious seafood choices"
Citrique

Citrique

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

Surfers Paradise

14 Chef Hat Award
Sunday Lunch Seafood and Grill Buffet with Flowing MimosasSeafood Buffet for $109Sample a variety of fresh local seafood for the ultimate sea to table experience. Ocean treasures include Pacific oysters, Mooloolaba tiger prawns, spanner crabs, Moreton Bay bugs and more. Land lo...
"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...
Nel Restaurant

Nel Restaurant

Modern Australian   $$$$$   Opens at 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...
SLATE Restaurant

SLATE Restaurant

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

Sevenhill

12 Chef Hat Award Restaurant & Catering Association
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...
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...
Hearth Restaurant
AFTERNOON TEABook now!Delight in our Signature Afternoon Tea overlooking the picturesque Elizabeth Quay.Be taken on a culinary journey over two courses of savoury and sweets featuring the finest local produce paired wit...
Anvers Wines

Anvers Wines

Modern Australian   $$$$$   Open Now

Kangarilla

17 Chef Hat Award
Tasting Australia: Rewild - Anvers x Australian MeatsSaturday 9 MayThis intimate food and wine experience celebrates a return to nature, embracing wild food sources with curiosity and creativity. Set at the stunning Anvers Wines property, nestled amid towering...
Easter Long Lunch at Beechmont EstateFive-course menuCelebrate Easter in the stunning Scenic Rim with an indulgent five-course long lunch, Champagne and Easter egg hunt, and a luxurious stay at Beechmont Estate.
Arrana

Arrana

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

Springwood

15 Chef Hat Award Restaurant & Catering Association
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 ...
Long Lunches & Lawnside Moments at Ekhidna KitchenWednesday to SundayAt Ekhidna Kitchen, every visit is a chance to enjoy life’s big and small moments. Whether it’s a long lunch with friends, a special celebration or a spontaneous afternoon on the lawns with great f...
Atria

Atria

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

Melbourne CBD

14 Chef Hat Award
Brunch in the SkyElevate Every SaturdayIndulge in an iconic Champagne brunch. A refined daytime dining experience celebrating modern Australian cuisine, seasonal produce and panoramic city views from Level 80.
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.