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Modern Australian Restaurants

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...
Sinclair's

Sinclair's

Modern Australian   $$$$$   Opens Wed 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...
Rich & Rare

Rich & Rare

Modern Australian   $$$$$   Open Now

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...
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 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...
Weekday 2 course lunch specialThis week onlyCrispy Tiger Prawns & Chickpea Pani Puri – Local tiger prawns coated in a crunchy roasted rice crust, paired with a delicate chickpea pani puri filled with Tablelands avocado and set atop a golden ...
"Award-winning Share Plates."
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...
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 ....
"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...
SLATE Restaurant

SLATE Restaurant

Modern Australian   $$$$$   Opens Wed 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...
"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...
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...
Basalt Tasmania

Basalt Tasmania

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

Don

12 Chef Hat Award
Mothers Day DinnerCelebrate Mum at BasaltTreat mum to a very special culinary journey at Basalt Restaurant, in a stunning location with views to take your breath away.
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...
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...
Arrana

Arrana

Modern Australian   $$$$$   Opens Wed 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 ...
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!
Free Entertainment at The BotanicaFree Burlesque and Magic Pair the performance with our seasonal, entirely gluten-free menu, botanical cocktails and award-winning hospitality. Surrounded by lush greenery and natural light, The Botanica offers one of Sydne...
Margan Restaurant

Margan Restaurant

Modern Australian   $$$$$   Open Now

Broke

14 Chef Hat Award
TASTE | Margan Reserve WinesA$25Choose your own adventure and select wines of your choice from our White Label and Aged Release ranges. There are more than twenty on offer including award winners and back vintages. Select the win...