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NSW Modern Australian Restaurants

$15 Classic CocktailsFRIDAY SPECIALFRIDAY SPECIALS AT GOLDFISH HUNTER VALLEY Your Fridays just got better! Enjoy $15 classic cocktails all day, every Friday at Goldfish Bar and Restaurant. Gather your friends, settle in, and m...
"Ethically sustainable, seasonal products"
Shelter

Shelter

Modern Australian   $$$$$   Open Now

Lennox Head

13 Chef Hat Award
Weddings At ShelterEnquire Today!Shelter offers the perfect beachside setting for weddings and special celebrations, seamlessly blending indoor and outdoor spaces in a beautifully relaxed style. Whether you're drawn by the warm at...
"Readers' Choice 2019 Winner"
Celebrate Bastille Day @ Potager5-course DegustationSo, we're two days early, but it just wouldn't seem right if we didn't have our annual Bastille Day celebration! Enjoy our French-inspired 5-course degustation dinner on July 12 with wine pairing f...
Angelo's Cabarita

Angelo's Cabarita

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

Cabarita

12 Chef Hat Award
Discover a harmony of tradition and modernity at Angelo’s Cabarita on Phillips Street. Nestled in Prince Edward Park, this iconic Sydney waterfront dining destination offers a contemporary vibe fea...
"Uncomplicated, yet memorable dining"
Mode Kitchen & Bar

Mode Kitchen & Bar

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

Sydney CBD

12 Chef Hat Award
Thanksgiving DinnerThursday 27 November 2025Join us for our third annual Thanksgiving Buffet Feast at Mode Kitchen & Bar. Whether you’re gathering to give thanks with loved ones or looking for a taste of home-grown American festive favourite...
Chef's Table Experience2 Guests per NightThe Shell House Dining Room’s ‘Chef’s Table Experience’ is the ultimate way to celebrate for one special party of two guests per night. Seated at the kitchen pass – the centre of gravity of the din...
2 or 3-course Winter MenuTuesday to SaturdayExplore our seasonal Winter menu crafted with fresh local produce. Enjoy two courses for $79 or three for $99, each served with a complimentary glass of wine. Tuesday to Saturday 6 pm-9.30 pm. Book...
The Cowrie Restaurant

The Cowrie Restaurant

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

Terrigal

12 Chef Hat Award Restaurant & Catering Association
Uniquely located high above Terrigal with stunning panoramic ocean and bay views, The Cowrie Restaurant is a must-visit dining destination on the Scenic Highway. Providing an iconic and memorable s...
"Majestic Location Overlooking Balmoral Beach"
Locals Do Lunch Weekday Specials$39pp Join us Monday to Friday for our special Locals Do Lunch offer. Enjoy a delicious main of your choice paired with a glass of wine, all for just $39 per person.
Attenzione Food & Wine

Attenzione Food & Wine

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

Redfern

12 Chef Hat Award
ATTENZIONE! TRIVIA!Last Monday The MonthA Night of Fun Questions, Great Food & Amazing Sips.
Arrana

Arrana

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

Springwood

15 Chef Hat Award Restaurant & Catering Association
Lamb Shoulder to ShareJust $70 per person!Warm up this winter with a delicious lamb shoulder to share, complete with flavourful, seasonal sides for just $70 per person! Available Wednesday Thursday and Friday nights for a limited time onl...
Fungi Festival - Truffle Lunch5th JulyJoin us at Mimosa Wines for an unforgettable long table lunch as part of the 2025 Fungi Festival. Crafted by our new head chef Matteo Ponti, this 3-course set menu celebrates the rich, earthy flavo...
Jazz Dinner A night of songEnjoy the legendary Caroline Agostini as she sings jazz classics as you dine in the elegant dining room, delighting in our à la carte 3-course, or the 5 & 7-course set menu. Nobody does a jazz dinn...
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!
The Milton Hotel

The Milton Hotel

Modern Australian   $$$$$   Opens Wed 3:30 PM

Milton

12 Chef Hat Award
Burger Night!Every WednesdayCheck out the rest of our seasonal menu below and book your next burger night!
OPEN SKIES BBQNorth Byron Hotel The North Byron Hotel is excited to host OPEN SKIES on the last Saturday of every month! This beloved event brings together delicious food, chef collaborations, and exciting new flavors, all served...
Ennui

Ennui

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

Haymarket

13 Chef Hat Award
Inspired by French technique and Australian produce, enjoy fine dining inside the recently restored Ennui restaurant on Pitt Street in Haymarket. Nestled in a heritage building at the heart of Sydn...
Magpies Nest

Magpies Nest

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

Wagga Wagga

12 Chef Hat Award
Weddings & Functions Enquire Today!As you probably know, here at the Magpies Nest we are best known for our weddings. With sweeping views across the vineyard, olive groves and further beyond to the Murrumbidgee River, the Magpies Ne...
Born in the beauty and fire of new beginnings, Karrikin restaurant on Coldstream Street in Yamba offers an ever-changing four-course set menu, crafted from local, seasonal produce and foraged delic...
Nel Restaurant

Nel Restaurant

Modern Australian   $$$$$   Opens Wed 5:15 PM

Sydney CBD

16 Chef Hat Award
Old Blighty returns to NELGreat British MenuThe knits are out, the days are short, winter is here! Come and get cosy in our bunker this winter and enjoy some warmers like a Chicken Tikka Masala, Scallop Kedgeree, Hotpot & Apple Crumble all ...