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QLD Restaurants With Dairy Free Options

Connection is at the heart of everything at Kizuna Sake Bar and Kitchen on Sandgate Road in Albion Central — a contemporary Japanese izakaya whose name, meaning the enduring bonds formed through sh...
Orleans Restaurant and Bar

Orleans Restaurant and Bar

French   $$$$$   Opens at 5:00 PM

Maroochydore

12 Chef Hat Award
Let us host your next special occasionEvents & FunctionsThinking of having a function with us? We offer different styles of dining to suit your needs, from Cocktail style to a more formal sit down dinner. For groups of 9 guests or more at Orleans we o...
Located in the heart of the city in the historical Port Office Building, Moo Moo the Wine Bar + Grill on Edward Street is one of Brisbane’s favourite steak restaurants. Nestled in the Stamford Plaz...
BLOWFISH Ocean Grill + Bar
12 Chef Hat Award
Discover the Gold Coast’s trendiest seafood dining destination and meeting place at BLOWFISH Ocean Grill + Bar on Oracle Boulevard in Broadbeach. Brought to diners by the team behind Moo Moo Gold C...
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...
Pompette

Pompette

French   $$$$$   Opens at 11:00 AM

Brisbane CBD

12 Chef Hat Award
Your Next Event, Perfectly CuratedFrench Flair, River ViewsHost your next celebration at Pompette, a French-inspired, stylish venue on The Terrace at The Star Brisbane. Enjoy dazzling river views, playful cocktails, effervescent bubbles, and exceptional fo...
"A Wonderful Daily Changing Menu"
Nestled on Balfour Street in the heart of New Farm, The Balfour Kitchen and Bar is a beautifully restored Queenslander that transitions seamlessly from a light-filled breakfast and brunch destinati...
Winnifred’s

Winnifred’s

French   $$$$$   Opens at 11:00 AM

Fortitude Valley

12 Chef Hat Award
Bastille Day celebration dinnerTuesday 14th JulyCelebrate Bastille Day in style at Winnifred's with Champagne Doyard Revolution on arrival followed by an elegant five course degustation $220pp, paired with matching wines an additional $99.
Jimmy Wah's

Jimmy Wah's

Vietnamese   $$$$$   Opens at 12:00 PM

Burleigh Heads

13 Chef Hat Award Restaurant & Catering Association
Located in the heart of Burleigh Heads, head to Jimmy Wah’s on Gold Coast Highway for traditional Vietnamese fare with contemporary style. Find a lively, buzzing vibe in keeping with the GC lifesty...
"Readers' Choice 2019 - Fusion"
Tamarind

Tamarind

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

Cairns

14 Chef Hat Award
Experience Tamarind—where fine dining meets artistry.New MenuOur menu celebrates ‘Australian Freestyle’ cuisine, blending global influences with the finest seasonal local produce. Passionate chefs craft each dish with innovation, delivering a culinary experi...
T'ang Court

T'ang Court

Chinese   $$$$$   Opens Thu 5:30 PM

Surfers Paradise

12 Chef Hat Award
An Exquisite Pairing, elevated by HenschkeLimited time onlyDiscover exceptional company this season with an eight-course exploration of contemporary Cantonese classics, thoughtfully elevated by an iconic collaboration with Henschke; one of Australia’s most...
Nanny Goat Vineyard Wine Tasting Dinner | Beechmont EstateFriday 3 July 2026In partnership with Nanny Goat Vineyard, Beechmont Estate presents a one-night only wine makers dinner.
Firma Italian

Firma Italian

Italian   $$$$$   Opens at 5:30 PM

South Brisbane

12 Chef Hat Award
Pike & Joyce Wine Dinnerby The Reserve CellarA journey through the Adelaide Hills with Pike and Joyce, showcasing elegant cool-climate wines shaped by place, precision and regional character.
Fatcow on James St

Fatcow on James St

Steak   $$$$$   Opens at 11:30 AM

Fortitude Valley

14 Chef Hat Award
DISCOVER WHAT'S NEWNew flavours at Fatcow!Fatcow elevates Brisbane’s steakhouse scene with exciting new menu additions, blending premium cuts with bold, refined flavours. From expertly grilled meats to carefully crafted sides, each dish is...
Wagyu Wednesday Winter warmers Did you know we run a Wagyu special every Wednesday. $35 for 300g mb9 Wagyu rump bookings appreciated and walk ins welcome
Ollie's Italian

Ollie's Italian

Italian   $$$$$   Opens at 11:30 AM

Cairns

12 Chef Hat Award
Tropicale Italiano – The Long LunchTastiest New Event!Get ready for an unforgettable Italian long lunch at Ollie’s Italian. From Cichetti, four course menu, flowing Italian wines, Aperol Spritz on arrival, limoncello to finish, and live music straight...
Kost

Kost

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

Broadbeach

13 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:
Hideki

Hideki

Japanese   $$$$$   Opens at 5:30 PM

Brisbane CBD

12 Chef Hat Award
Tucked into Burnett Lane in the Brisbane CBD, Hideki offers a sophisticated Japanese dining experience centred on the craft of yakitori. Traditional skewered grilling is elevated through carefully ...
Where Taste Meets EleganceA Culinary ExperienceLittle Truffle Dining Room & Bar is an award-winning fine-dining restaurant in Mermaid Beach known for its contemporary Australian cuisine with European influences. Led by Chef Daniel Ridgeway, the...
Komeyui Brisbane

Komeyui Brisbane

Japanese   $$$$$   Opens at 11:30 AM

Spring Hill

13 Chef Hat Award
Art takes centre stage at Komeyui Brisbane on Wharf Street, Spring Hill, where refined Japanese cuisine is elevated into a multisensory experience. Guided by chefs with exceptional global training,...