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Modern Australian Restaurants

"Readers' Choice 2019 Winner"
Potager

Potager

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

Carool

13 Chef Hat Award
Bastille Day at PotagerDegustation DinnerCelebrate Bastille Day at Potager with an elegant French-inspired degustation dinner and matched wine pairing. Gather around the long table for an evening of seasonal food, thoughtfully selected wi...
"A Hidden Brisbane Gem"
Deer Duck Bistro

Deer Duck Bistro

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

Auchenflower

15 Chef Hat Award
Experience Brisbane's Most Unique Degustation MenuSecure your spot today!Auchenflower's Deer Duck Bistro offers Brisbane's unique fine dining with 5–9 course degustation menus ($109pp, wines $99pp) in a quirky antique setting. Modern Australian cuisine features ricotta-...
The Cowrie Restaurant

The Cowrie Restaurant

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

Terrigal

13 Chef Hat Award Restaurant & Catering Association
Let’s Do Lunch at The CowrieLunch with wine included!Join us at The Cowrie from Wednesday to Friday for “Let’s Do Lunch,” a refined midweek dining experience designed to linger over. Enjoy a two- or three-course choice menu paired with a complimentar...
Le Foyer

Le Foyer

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

Bendigo

13 Chef Hat Award
A Four Hats Experience at Le FoyerProgressive DiningAt Le Foyer in Bendigo, we elevate fire-led dining with seasonal, produce-driven cuisine and thoughtful hospitality. As a featured venue on the Four Hats of Bendigo tour, we present refined dishes ...
BTWN

BTWN

Modern Australian   $$$$$   Opens at 6:30 AM

Sydney CBD

12 Chef Hat Award
Parmi Night | $34Every ThursdayCrispy. Saucy. Loaded. This isn’t your local parmi. Parmi Night puts a sharp spin on a familiar favourite. Only available on Thursdays at BTWN, try the Loaded Spatchcock Parmi - Parmesan and herb ...
"So many delicious seafood choices"
Citrique

Citrique

Modern Australian   $$$$$   Opens at 6:30 AM

Surfers Paradise

14 Chef Hat Award
Igloo Sunset Sessions Winter Only Private domes. Sunset views. Cocktails. Chandon. Winter vibes. From $150 per person | Friday - Sunday
Meribella

Meribella

Modern Australian   $$$$$   Opens at 12:30 PM

Terrigal

12 Chef Hat Award
Golden HourBetween 5pm - 6pm The Golden Hour menu presents, a handcrafted selection of Martinis and Margaritas, reimagined the Meribella way. Thoughtfully balanced, beautifully presented, and for just $19 (usually $24).
Restaurant Botanica

Restaurant Botanica

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

Pokolbin

13 Chef Hat Award
Set among rolling vineyards, Restaurant Botanica celebrates the best of the Hunter Valley with dishes crafted from local, seasonal produce and inspired by the vibrant flavours of the Mediterranean....
Where Steak Meets SommeliersSteak & Wine, RedefinedAt Moo Moo Brisbane, we’re passionate about bringing you the ultimate steak and wine experience. From our premium dry-aged beef and fresh seafood to an award-winning wine list, every dish and glass...
"Readers' Choice 2019 - Fusion"
Tamarind

Tamarind

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

Cairns

14 Chef Hat Award
Three Courses from $110 per personBookings openPREPARE TO EXPERIENCE THE EXCEPTIONAL Our Tamarind chefs specialise in blending styles, ingredients and techniques from various cultures and cuisines, allowing their creativity to flourish. Click ...
"A Wonderful Daily Changing Menu"
The Balfour Kitchen & Bar

The Balfour Kitchen & Bar

Modern Australian   $$$$$   Opens at 7:00 AM

New Farm

12 Chef Hat Award
Nestled on Balfour Street in the heart of New Farm, The Balfour Kitchen and Bar is a beautifully restored Queenslander that transitions seamlessly from a light-filled breakfast and brunch destinati...
BLOWFISH Ocean Grill + Bar
12 Chef Hat Award
Discover the Gold Coast’s trendiest seafood dining destination and meeting place at BLOWFISH Ocean Grill + Bar on Oracle Boulevard in Broadbeach. Brought to diners by the team behind Moo Moo Gold C...
Margan Restaurant

Margan Restaurant

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

Broke

14 Chef Hat Award
DINE | Farm-To-Table Lunch DiningMonday - Thursday Our menu offers two and three course options, with selections featuring entrée’s, mains and desserts as well as additional sides, house baked bread and artisanal cheese. DINE | Farm-To-Table Lunc...
Salt House

Salt House

Modern Australian   $$$$$   Opens at 11:30 AM

Cairns

12 Chef Hat Award
The New Sunday TraditionGather Your FriendsAvailable every Sunday 12 pm-4 pm $79 per person, enjoy shared antipasto entree, a choice of mains & one-hour bottomless Aperol Spritz, Prosecco, house wine & tap beer. What's not to love! Bookings...
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...
Magpies Nest

Magpies Nest

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

Wagga Wagga

12 Chef Hat Award
Tuesday Night SpecialThree courses for $58ppStarting with our house made breads, our own EV live oil and dukkah accompanied by a salad of seasonal garden pickings. Guests choose a main course from our seasonal menu followed by a dessert spec...
"Showcasing North Qld Produce"
5-course Degustation Menu Food & Wine Pairing Bridgewater's degustation menu is one of the most popular ways to experience our cuisine. Carefully crafted food paired with a beautiful collection of wines. Botaniq Wine-Gin-Cocktail Bar is perfec...
Kost

Kost

Modern Australian   $$$$$   Opens at 11:30 AM

Broadbeach

13 Chef Hat Award
Private DiningSmall GroupsOur private dining room offers an intimate and exclusive experience, perfect for small group special occasions and corporate functions. Click on more info to book:
Yarri

Yarri

Modern Australian   $$$$$   Opens at 4:00 PM

Dunsborough

14 Chef Hat Award
Locals NightEvery ThursdayLocals love our steak, so that's why every Thursday we're giving you a night that's all yours with plenty of yummy specials to choose from: A la carte menu options + $99 steak special for two + ...
Tucked along Bulletin Place in the heart of Sydney's CBD, Silvester's Restaurant is a dining destination with a story as rich as the food it serves. Inspired by the Silvester Brothers — early pione...