AUSTRALIAN GOOD FOOD GUIDE - Home of the Chef Hat Awards

Restaurants With Private Dining

Big Barn Session: Brown SugarBeats, Bites & SipsAn unforgettable night in the iconic Big Barn, The William Inglis Hotel invites you to an exclusive live performance by R&B/Soul band, Brown Sugar. Featuring local food trucks, pop-up cocktail bars...
Le Foyer

Le Foyer

Modern Australian   $$$$$   Open Now

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 ...
Antica Dining

Antica Dining

Italian   $$$$$   Open Now

North Sydney

12 Chef Hat Award
2-Course Dinner $69ppAvailable July & AugustExperience the warmth, flavour and rich traditions of Piemonte with our special Piemonte Experience. Enjoy a 2-course dinner for $69pp throughout July & August Monday-Friday. Available for up...
"A Hidden Brisbane Gem"
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-...
Jonah's

Jonah's

European   $$$$$   Open Now

Whale Beach

12 Chef Hat Award
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...
"Readers' Choice 2019 Winner"
Potager

Potager

Modern Australian   $$$$$   Open Now

Carool

13 Chef Hat Award
Winter Has Arrived at PotagerNew Seasonal MenuWinter has arrived at Potager, bringing a new seasonal menu inspired by the cooler months and the produce thriving in our kitchen garden. Expect comforting flavours, thoughtful cooking, and dishes ...
"Readers' Choice 2019 - Regional"
Bella Venezia

Bella Venezia

Italian   $$$$$   Open Now

Mooloolaba

13 Chef Hat Award
Chef's 7 Step Tasting Menu$129 per personIndulge in an exquisite culinary journey with our Chef's 7 Step Tasting Menu! Elevate your dining experience for just $129 pp; elevate further with matching wine for $199, or opt for premium matchi...
The Tamarind Restaurant

The Tamarind Restaurant

Asian   $$$$$   Opens at 5:00 PM

Maleny

14 Chef Hat Award
Sunday Jazz in the ForestEvery 1st & 3rd SundayMake a lunch booking at The Tamarind and enjoy the smooth sounds of live jazz amidst the magical rainforest surrounds of Spicers Tamarind Retreat on every 1st and 3rd Sunday of the month. The af...
The Signature Tasting Menu at Pincho Disco$125ppPincho Disco's Signature Tasting Menu at $125pp is a Latin-inspired feast from start to finish. Journey through oysters with tiger's milk, kingfish cannoli, yellowfin tuna tiradito, chorizo anticuc...
"Amazing Menu in a Stunning Location"
Bommie

Bommie

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

Hamilton Island

14 Chef Hat Award
Race Week 2026 - In Conversation at Bommie Restaurant$300 per personThree course menu with paired Oatley wines. From Olympic campaigns to the America's Cup, Olivia Price and Cole Tapper take guests behind the scenes of elite sailing, sharing the moments, rivalries ...
Shu Restaurant

Shu Restaurant

Chinese   $$$$$   Opens at 6:00 PM

Collingwood

14 Chef Hat Award
10 Course Vegan Degustation at Shu RestaurantBook now!Embark on an extraordinary plant-based journey at Shu Restaurant! Immerse yourself in a refined 10-course vegan degustation inspired by the bold depth and spice of contemporary Sichuan cuisine. Sho...
"Readers' Choice 2019 Winner"
Jam by Chef Sunil

Jam by Chef Sunil

Modern Australian   $$$$$   Opens at 2:30 PM

Townsville

12 Chef Hat Award
Jam by Chef Sunil on Palmer Street in Townsville is a vibrant celebration of Modern Australian dining, infused with global influences and crafted with heart. The moment you step inside, you’re embr...
Test Kitchen at The CowrieFive courses!Join us for Test Kitchen, held on the last Tuesday of every month, where we explore new dishes, ideas, and seasonal produce before they make it to the final menu. This is your chance to experience ...
Signor Fox @ The Albion Hotel
Fathers DayAt The AlbionTreat the legend to what he actually wants this Father's Day. Join us at The Albion Hotel on Sunday, 6th September for our epic $48 steak and ribs combo, complete with ice-cold beer specials runnin...
Garcon Bleu

Garcon Bleu

French   $$$$$   Open Now

Adelaide CBD

12 Chef Hat Award
Sofitel's High TeaEvery Saturday and SundayWhether you’re celebrating a birthday, hosting a bridal shower, or seeking an elegant escape, our High Tea offerings promise a memorable experience. Our classic and much-loved High Tea is ideal for...
Marmor

Marmor

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

Townsville

13 Chef Hat Award
A union of land and sea, where ocean meets pasture in elevated Australian dining, is what awaits guests at Marmor on Sir Leslie Thiess Drive in Townsville. Located on the top floor of the Ardo Hote...
"Uncomplicated, yet memorable dining"
Great food, great drinks and great company...Sydneysiders celebrate the simple things in life at Mode Kitchen & Bar on George Street in the heart of the CBD. Delivering uncomplicated, yet memorable...
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....
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...
Housed within the stunning historical Port Office Building on Edward Street in Brisbane's CBD, Moo Moo The Wine Bar and Grill is a sophisticated and celebrated steakhouse that has redefined the cit...