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NSW Restaurants With Alfresco Dining

BYO Wednesday - no corkageAvailable every WednesdayBring in that special bottle of wine and enjoy it with some outstanding French food and friendly service.
Beach Byron Bay

Beach Byron Bay

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

Byron Bay

12 Chef Hat Award
Winter Happy HourDaily, 4–6pmJoin us daily from 4–6pm throughout August for Winter Happy Hour. Enjoy $16 cocktails, $12 wine by the glass and $10 tap beers overlooking Clarkes Beach. Perfect for post-beach drinks, a long lunch...
Shaffa

Shaffa

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

Surry Hills

12 Chef Hat Award
NEW LEVANTINE LUNCHEvery Sat & Sun from 12-2.30pmSettle in for a new season-led Weekend Long Lunch inspired by the bustling markets of the Middle East and the Levant’s rich tradition of baking—made for tearing, dipping and sharing. Bottomless dri...
Margan Restaurant

Margan Restaurant

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

Broke

14 Chef Hat Award
The Farmer's Table | DINEThursday - Monday 11amJoin us for the Farmer’s Table, an all-inclusive journey through our farm, vineyard and table. Wander through our one-hectare Kitchen Garden, enjoy snacks along the way, then head into the Barrel H...
"Readers' Choice 2019 Winner"
Celebrate Dad with a long lunch in the hinterland.Fathers Day at PotagerCelebrate Father’s Day at Potager with a relaxed long lunch in the Tweed hinterland. Gather the family, settle in and enjoy a memorable afternoon centred around good food, warm hospitality and time...
MGallery x Chef PamWorld Cocktail MonthsAn MGallery collaboration with a shared dedication to artistry, innovation, and memorable gastronomic journeys. Partnering with Chef Pam Pichaya Soontornyanakij, awarded World's Best Female Chef 20...
Father's Day Sunday Lunch 6th September 2026THE GENTLEMAN’S HOUR OR THREE Some dads like flowers. Some prefer a good glass of whisky. Some prefer a vintage wine. This Father’s Day, we are keeping things decidedly more gentlemanly at HQ. Start with our Sunday Lunch Experi...
Champagne Bollinger Wine Dinner Sunday September 20Join us on Sunday 20 September for an exclusive Champagne Bollinger Dinner, celebrating one of France's most prestigious Champagne houses. Enjoy four courses with canapés, expertly matched to excep...
"tantalising Indian cuisine"
Chatkazz Harris Park

Chatkazz Harris Park

Indian   $$$$$   Opens at 5:00 PM

Harris Park

Restaurant & Catering Association
Winter Specials at Chatkazz: Authentic Indian Comfort FoodFrom April 13thWarm up this season with Winter Specials at Chatkazz, available from April 13! Enjoy authentic Indian comfort food like Sarso Da Saag & Makki Di Roti, Odo-Rotlo, and Vagharelo Rotlo, plus sizzling ...
Entrata

Entrata

Italian   $$$$$   Opens Tue 12:00 PM

Glenhaven

12 Chef Hat Award
Father's Day3 Courses $120Father’s Day is a time to celebrate the incredible men in our lives. At Entrata, we invite you to enjoy a memorable dining experience, with warm hospitality and dishes crafted with care. Dine on...
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....
Winter Specials at Chatkazz: Authentic Indian Comfort FoodFrom April 13thWarm up this season with Winter Specials at Chatkazz, available from April 13! Enjoy authentic Indian comfort food like Sarso Da Saag & Makki Di Roti, Odo-Rotlo, and Vagharelo Rotlo, plus sizzling ...
eRemo Restaurant

eRemo Restaurant

Italian   $$$$$   Opens at 7:00 AM

Pokolbin

12 Chef Hat Award
éRemo is a contemporary dining experience inspired by the warmth and generosity of Italian cuisine. Nestled in the heart of the Hunter, the restaurant blends modern flair with timeless Italian trad...
"Ethically sustainable, seasonal products"
Shelter

Shelter

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

Lennox Head

13 Chef Hat Award
Set in idyllic beachside Lennox Heads, Shelter on Pacific Parade beckons as a home away from home for locals and visitors alike. Whether passing through or part of the community, seek shelter at th...
Santo's Pizza & Pasta - Kandos

Santo's Pizza & Pasta - Kandos

Italian   $$$$$   Opens at 5:00 PM

Kandos

Special Menu ExtendedSpecial Menu UpdateYou’ve been loving our Authentic Italian Special Menu, so we’re keeping it rolling a little longer. Enjoy your favourites: • Beef Eye Fillet with Santo’s own Diane Sauce & seasoned vegetables ...
La Bouitte French Bistro

La Bouitte French Bistro

French   $$$$$   Opens Tue 5:30 PM

Willoughby

Wednesday Mussel SpecialEvery Tuesday Plat du jourMussel of your choice; Mariners, Provencal, or Creamy blue cheese&lardon, serve with pommes writes & bread
Toei

Toei

Asian   $$$$$   Opens Tue 5:00 PM

Surry Hills

12 Chef Hat Award
Nestled on Campbell Street in the heart of Surry Hills, Toei is a captivating dining destination where beloved Australian and Asian dishes are taken on a transformative culinary journey — reimagine...
Fur-Friends Welcome at TavernaBook NowWhy not let your fur-friends enjoy the coastal breeze with you in our elegant outoor dining space? The Taverna Team always love welcoming your four legged friends and will be sure to smother them i...
Osteria Coogee

Osteria Coogee

Italian   $$$$$   Opens Tue 5:30 PM

Coogee

12 Chef Hat Award
All You Can Eat LasagneEvery TuesdayIntroducing our $35 All You Can Eat Lasagne Nights, served tableside every Tuesday. Expect a traditional pork and veal lasagne, alongside a seasonal vegetarian option, both made with fresh pasta...
Magpies Nest

Magpies Nest

Modern Australian   $$$$$   Opens Tue 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...