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QLD Restaurants With Degustation Menu

Herve's Restaurant and Bar

Herve's Restaurant and Bar

French   $$$$$   Opens at 4:00 PM

Albion

13 Chef Hat Award
Le Tour de France d’HerveEvery Saturday in JulyJoin us this July as we journey through four iconic French regions – from Lille to Paris. Each Saturday, we’ll showcase the unique flavours of a different arrival town with a curated menu of region...
"Readers' Choice 2019 - Fusion"
Tamarind

Tamarind

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

Cairns

14 Chef Hat Award
TASTE OF TAMARINDDegustation menuEmbark on a five-course culinary journey celebrating the finest flavors of Tamarind. Your evening begins with a glass of Jansz Premium Cuvée and an elegant amuse-bouche, setting the stage for a tho...
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 $69 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...
Harrisons Restaurant

Harrisons Restaurant

British   $$$$$   Opens at 12:30 PM

Port Douglas

13 Chef Hat Award
Lunch Return to HarrisonsMore Harrisons more oftenHarrisons is now delighted to offer daily lunch service from 12:30–2:30 PM, giving you even more opportunities to enjoy our award-winning dining. Whether you’re seeking a leisurely midday escape or...
"A Hidden Brisbane Gem"
Deer Duck Bistro

Deer Duck Bistro

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

Auchenflower

15 Chef Hat Award
A Taste of Australia’s Wild Heart At Deer Duck Bistro5-Course DegustationDeer Duck Bistro invites you to an exclusive 5-course degustation on August 21, celebrating Australia's diverse ecosystems. Each dish is inspired by rivers, forests, seas, and plains, featuring nat...
Ollie's Italian

Ollie's Italian

Italian   $$$$$   Opens at 11:30 AM

Cairns

12 Chef Hat Award
The Weekend Calls for Bottomless Drinks Lunch OnlyEnjoy a 2 hour bottomless drinks package alongside one of our delicious Italian lunch dishes daily. So, we’ll see you this weekend? $49pp / Lunch only / Whole table only, last sitting 1pm. Secure y...
"A Wonderful Daily Changing Menu"
The Balfour Kitchen

The Balfour Kitchen

Vietnamese   $$$$$   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...
Lunch Menu at Little Truffle Dining Room & Bar From $60ppExperience refined lunchtime dining at Little Truffle Dining Room & Bar with our elegant two or three-course menu. Enjoy dishes like scallop-filled zucchini flowers, Angus beef fillet with herb-cru...
Jungle Fowl

Jungle Fowl

Asian   $$$$$   Opens at 5:00 PM

Port Douglas

13 Chef Hat Award
Sunday Chef's Table Lunch With Chef Ben WallaceWe are excited to be sharing our Sunday Long Lunch by Chef Benjamin Wallace. Each week we will have a limited-seat Chef’s Table Lunch Experience running 12 pm-3 pm. Experience our very own Chef coo...
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 ...
Lanai Noosa

Lanai Noosa

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

Noosaville

13 Chef Hat Award
ISLAND Set Menu$89 ppISLAND Set Menu – a flavour-packed journey for just $89 pp (min 2 guests, whole table must order). Start with fried local zucchini flowers and sovereign lamb ribs with Noosa black garlic. Enjoy a f...
Orleans Restaurant and Bar

Orleans Restaurant and Bar

French   $$$$$   Opens at 5:00 PM

Maroochydore

12 Chef Hat Award
Take a well-deserved hiatus after a busy day sightseeing in Sunshine Coast’s Maroochydore and head to Orleans Restaurant and Bar on Duporth Avenue. Recycled timber, mood lighting, pressed tin and e...
Celebrating an authentic paddock-to-plate philosophy in the picturesque Gold Coast Hinterland, The Paddock Restaurant on Binna Burra Road in Beechmont delivers unpretentious, wholesome fare celebra...
"Readers' Choice 2019 Winner"
JAM

JAM

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

Townsville

12 Chef Hat Award
Shared Table Experience $80 pp for 3 Courses Shared Table Experience, is great for two or grab a few friends and enjoy together. Savour a selection of our four favourite entrees to start, then feast on one of the mains you choose on the night...
"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...
"Readers' Choice 2020 - Fine Dining"
Bacchus

Bacchus

High Tea   $$$$$   Opens at 6:30 AM

South Bank

14 Chef Hat Award
Buffet BreakfastSeven DaysOur full buffet breakfast features a delicious selection of hot and cold favourites, with a focus on fresh, locally sourced ingredients. Indulge in free-range eggs, crispy bacon, roasted tomatoes, ...
Takashiya

Takashiya

Japanese   $$$$$   Opens at 5:30 PM

South Bank

13 Chef Hat Award
Winter has arrived at TakashiyaBook Now!Step into the season with our new winter Omakase Menu, where the flavours are deeper, richer, and crafted for comfort. Featured here: Alaskan King Crab and Yuba Chawanmushi, crowned with luxurious ...
Montrachet

Montrachet

French   $$$$$   Opens at 12:00 PM

Bowen Hills

14 Chef Hat Award Restaurant & Catering Association
Montrachet on King Street in Bowen Hills delights the palate with a seasonal French menu and an extensive French wine list in a bistro setting. This discerning Brisbane dining destination delivers ...
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...
Bask

Bask

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

Peregian Beach

14 Chef Hat Award
For long lazy lunches, intimate dining and elegant events in the heart of Peregian Beach, head to Bask restaurant on David Low Way. Expect stylish, sophisticated, yet casual dining with white-cloth...