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QLD Restaurants With City Views

Located in the heart of cosmopolitan Broadbeach overlooking Victoria Park, multi-award-winning Moo Moo The Wine Bar + Grill is undoubtedly considered the Gold Coast’s best steak restaurant. Moo Moo...
"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...
"A Wonderful Daily Changing Menu"
The Balfour Kitchen

The Balfour Kitchen

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

New Farm

12 Chef Hat Award
High Tea at The Balfour Kitchen & BarOnce a monthEnjoy a refined high tea at Spicers Balfour Hotel in New Farm. The French-inspired menu features delicate sweets, savoury favourites, and warm scones served with tea or sparkling wine. To book, cal...
"Readers' Choice 2019 - Fusion"
Tamarind

Tamarind

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

Cairns

14 Chef Hat Award
An exotic sensory feast awaits diners at multi-award-winning Tamarind, signature restaurant of Cairns’ Reef Hotel Casino. The journey begins with an ambient, low-lit dining room set with crisp whit...
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:
Perspective Dining

Perspective Dining

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

Brisbane CBD

13 Chef Hat Award
Perspective Dining on Brunswick Street in the heart of Brisbane’s CBD is a modern gastronomic experience taking you on an unforgettable culinary journey. This closed-door 12-seat Chef dining venue ...
NEW YEARS EVENYE on the WaterfrontBook your NYE dinner at Alchemy Step into 2026 in style with an unforgettable evening by the river. Whether you’re looking for an early, intimate dinner or a lively evening celebration, Alchemy has...
Tippler's Tap

Tippler's Tap

Burger   $$$$$   Opens at 11:00 AM

South Bank

November’s Beer & Burger Combo$25 Beer and Burger DealAll November long, grab our Tippler’s Burger and a pint of AnyDay XPA for just $25. The perfect combo for any day — and every appetite.
D.Vino

D.Vino

Italian   $$$$$   Opens at 12:00 PM

Woolloongabba

Dining in the DarkNovember 13Step into the dark at D.Vino on Thursday, November 13, 6.45 pm, for an unforgettable Dining in the Dark experience. Let your senses guide you through a mystery 5-course menu (Blue for Seafood, Red ...
Balabite

Balabite

Mediterranean   $$$$$   Opens at 11:00 AM

Townsville

FALAFEL ARAISNew SpecialThis is for our arais lovers – falafel arais! Made to order grilled pita filled with falafel mix, served with coleslaw, pickles and tahini sauce. Click on more info to order:
Opa Bar & Mezze

Opa Bar & Mezze

Greek   $$$$$   Opens at 11:00 AM

Brisbane CBD

Restaurant & Catering Association
Santorini vibes set on the Brisbane River await at Opa Bar & Mezze on Eagle Street in the heart of the CBD. Shouted with passion at Greek celebrations, ‘Opa’ is an expression usually accompanied by...
HUA

HUA

Chinese   $$$$$   Open Now

Brisbane CBD

Sip & FeastAll for $89ppEnjoy 3 hours of unlimited pours from our Ate Range house wines, sparkling, rosé, and tap beer, paired with 2 of each dumpling variety, plus a sweet taro bun dessert — all for $89pp. Book now via t...
KOI Bar & Restaurant

KOI Bar & Restaurant

Japanese   $$$$$   Opens at 11:30 AM

Cairns

Sake flights have entered the gameSake flights now pouring Sake flights have entered the game at KOI Bar & Restaurant, taking you on a journey through six distinctive Japanese sakes. Begin with light, refreshing notes and progress into rich, expressive fla...
Private Dining at Moo MooBook your festive feast!Celebrate the festive season in style with a Christmas party at Moo Moo The Wine Bar + Grill Brisbane. Set within the historic Port Office Building, our award-winning restaurant offers elegant priv...
Ciccio's Pizza & Gelato

Ciccio's Pizza & Gelato

Italian   $$$$$   Opens at 5:30 PM

Broadbeach

Taste the Magic of Our New Blue Dough!Try us today!Since day one, we’ve done things differently at Ciccio’s Pizza & Gelato. Our award-winning pizzas are now served with a fun twist—every three months, we change our dough color using only natural in...
Massimo Restaurant & Bar

Massimo Restaurant & Bar

Italian   $$$$$   Opens at 11:00 AM

Brisbane CBD

Restaurant & Catering Association
Eat, live and enjoy at Brisbane dining destination, Massimo Restaurant & Bar in the Riverside Centre on Eagle Street. This sophisticated venue on the boardwalk level has a prestigious waterfront po...
Grandma's

Grandma's

International   $$$$$   Opens at 7:00 AM

Townsville

Looking For Your Next Brunch Date?Check Out Our Menu!Our loved dishes are inspired by real Grandmas' recipes handed down through the generations. We are open daily from 7 am. Call 0460 666 892 to book your table!
High TeaSaturdays, 2-4pmCatch up over a leisurely High Tea at Robina's only rooftop bar & restaurant. Delight in tiers of mini pastries, our signature scones, savoury treats and speciality Madura teas. Take sweeping Go...
Nonda

Nonda

Japanese   $$$$$   Opens at 11:30 AM

Newstead

Nonda on Skyring Terrace in Newstead draws inspiration from contemporary Japanese cuisine and culture, interpreting classic dishes with seasonal touches, prioritising local ingredients. Located in ...
The Lex

The Lex

Grill   $$$$$   Opens at 6:30 AM

Brisbane CBD

Christmas Day Lunch at The LexThursday 25th DecemberA feast made for sharing, in the true spirit of Christmas. Enjoy a four-course, shared-style menu — with elevated twists like tater tots and prawn cocktail, and grill specials such as Warwick sirl...