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Annata

Annata

Bistro   $$$$$   Opens at 12:00 PM

St Leonards

13 Chef Hat Award
Battle of the States - Five Course Wine Degustation A must for Wine Lovers Join us at Annata on Wednesday 28th and Thursday 29th January 2026 for the battle of the States, an exclusive showcase of Australia’s most exciting State producers and iconic varietals hosted by Ni...
Sonora

Sonora

Mexican   $$$$$   Opens at 5:00 PM

Potts Point

12 Chef Hat Award
Australia’s New Mexican-Style GrillEvery Saturday!Experience Australia’s only Mexican-style vertical BBQ at Sonora! Similar to a kebab machine but made for al pastor tacos, the marinated meat is stacked, slowly cooked on a rotating grill, and serv...
Newmarket Room

Newmarket Room

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

Warwick Farm

12 Chef Hat Award
Inspired by more than 150 years of Inglis history, The Newmarket Room on Governor Macquarie Drive in Warwick Farm offers a unique and modern culinary experience. Discover a stunning indoor set-up t...
Set along Gympie Terrace in Noosaville, Noosa Waterfront Restaurant & Bar delivers a refined Italian dining experience in a stunning riverside setting. The menu highlights modern Italian flavours t...
Zinc Port Douglas

Zinc Port Douglas

Modern Australian   $$$$$   Opens at 2:00 PM

Port Douglas

12 Chef Hat Award Restaurant & Catering Association
A sophisticated tropical dining experience awaits at Zinc, on the corner of Macrossan and Davidson Streets in Port Douglas. This well-loved restaurant presents an elegant venue for a romantic dinne...
Tinamba Hotel

Tinamba Hotel

Modern Australian   $$$$$   Opens at 11:45 AM

Tinamba

13 Chef Hat Award
Serving hungry and thirsty locals for almost 150 years, Tinamba Hotel on Tinamba Seaton Road is one of Gippsland’s finest dining destinations. From the first-class ambience of the dining room, loun...
Soka

Soka

Japanese   $$$$$   Opens at 12:00 PM

Maroochydore

12 Chef Hat Award
Elevate your dining experience at charcoal Japanese restaurant, Soka on Ocean Street in Maroochydore. Wind down in style from an eclectic selection of Japanese wine, beer and sake in an ambient, mo...
Penobscot Restaurant Degustation DiningSit at Chef's TablePenobscot Restaurant is a ten seat, degustation only restaurant at the Chef's Table Our degustation features fresh produce from our own organic, bio-dynamic Penobscot Farm and other local, ethical ...
Expect an authentic Mediterranean experience served with a smile at Byron Bay dining destination, The Hut on Friday Hut Road in Possum Creek. This beach-chic venue calls the Old O’Possum Creek Publ...
"Readers' Choice 2019 Winner"
Potager

Potager

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

Carool

13 Chef Hat Award
Experience Potager’s New Summer Menu – vibrant flavours, local ingredients, and summer-inspired creativityFresh for SummerPotager’s new Summer Menu has arrived, celebrating the best of the season with fresh, locally sourced produce. Enjoy vibrant flavours, creative dishes, and beautifully crafted plates designed to sh...
The Slow LunchFive-course DegustationJoin us in the slow lane for The Slow Lunch: a 5-course degustation matched to premium Brown Brothers wines. Featuring a showcase of our finest restaurant offerings straight from the Kitchen Garden...
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...
"A Wonderful Daily Changing Menu"
The Balfour Kitchen

The Balfour Kitchen

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

New Farm

12 Chef Hat Award
Escape the bustle of the city at charming and serene The Balfour Kitchen on Balfour Street in New Farm. Set in a beautiful Queenslander, guests can dine on the verandah, enjoy relaxed gatherings un...
"Ethically sustainable, seasonal products"
Shelter

Shelter

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

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...
Kost

Kost

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

Broadbeach

12 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:
Experience a touch of Naples right in the heart of Hervey Bay at Paolo’s Pizza Bar on The Esplanade in Torquay. On balmy days, sit alfresco and people watch across from the beachfront, or head indo...
The Fitzroy Beer Garden

The Fitzroy Beer Garden

Pub Food   $$$$$   Opens at 11:00 AM

Fitzroy

Happy Hour at The Fitzroy Beer Garden!5pm-7pm WeekdaysUnwind at The Fitzroy Beer Garden with our unbeatable Happy Hour, running Monday to Friday from 5pm to 7pm. Sip on $7 wines, $9 pints and spirits, or treat yourself to 2 for $35 signature cocktails...
Jungle Fowl

Jungle Fowl

Asian   $$$$$   Opens at 5:00 PM

Port Douglas

13 Chef Hat Award
Thrifty Thursday at Jungle Fowl $20 Curry & Rice Special Every Thursday at Jungle Fowl we are running some amazing Thurday-only specials. Our seasonal curries are up for grabs for $20. Other rotating specials are on offer and deals can be combined with o...
Take in panoramic views of rolling vineyards as you dine in style at Barmah Park Restaurant & Cellar Door in Moorooduc. Located a short drive from Mornington on Moorooduc Highway, this destination ...
Both Espresso and Wine

Both Espresso and Wine

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

Runaway Bay

Now Introducing Cold Brew MagicCold Brew, Your WayBoth Espresso and Wine now serves Cold Brew! All press Guatemalan Chac Mool is cold-brewed for 16 hours and served your way: Classic Cold Brew over ice, Coconut Cold Brew over coconut water, Salted...