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Ippin Japanese Dining

Ippin Japanese Dining

Japanese   $$$$$   Opens at 11:00 AM

West End

13 Chef Hat Award
New 58pp BanquetFrom 29 DecemberAvailable from 29 December, our seasonal banquet celebrates the flavours of a Japanese summer: fresh, bright, and beautifully balanced. 7 Courses Include: • Spicy Edamame • Green Salad - with...
Juju

Juju

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

Mermaid Beach

13 Chef Hat Award
Banquet Chef’s Menu at Juju$99pp!Indulge in Juju’s Banquet Chef’s Menu – a curated feast showcasing bold flavours and refined technique. Enjoy freshly shucked oysters, delicate sashimi, rich steak tartare, lobster gnudi and tender...
Ramona Trattoria

Ramona Trattoria

Italian   $$$$$   Opens at 12:00 PM

Coorparoo

12 Chef Hat Award
Pasta, Pizzetta & Pinot NightEvery WednesdayLooking for the perfect midweek treat? Head to Ramona Trattoria and indulge in their popular three-course Italian feast for just $55 per person. Enjoy three savoury courses plus a glass of wine, be...
T'ang Court

T'ang Court

Chinese   $$$$$   Opens at 5:30 PM

Surfers Paradise

12 Chef Hat Award
AN EXQUISITE PAIRING, ELEVATED BY PENFOLDS WINESAvailable nowDiscover aexceptional company this season with an eight-course exploration of contemporary Cantonese classics, perfectly elevated by an exquisite selection of Penfolds wines. Available at $199pp, t...
SUUM

SUUM

Korean   $$$$$   Opens at 5:30 PM

Brisbane CBD

15 Chef Hat Award
Elevate Your Meal with Fine WinesGlobal WinesOur ever-evolving wine list features a curated selection of classic and avant-garde wines from around the world, thoughtfully paired with the flavours from our kitchen. Guests may bring up to 2 bot...
Perspective Dining

Perspective Dining

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

Brisbane CBD

14 Chef Hat Award
New menu dropping this FridayPerspective Soft tides | Currents paused Shaped by restraint and stillness Wine pairing 300. | Just the food 195. Swimmers and grazers Bread and butter Bites Fish wing ham | seaweed toast | k...
Ollie's Italian

Ollie's Italian

Italian   $$$$$   Opens at 11:30 AM

Cairns

12 Chef Hat Award
Fresh Lobster and Josper-grilled TomahawkLimited Portions DailyTreat yourself to an unforgettable dining experience at Ollie's, where luxury meets flavour. Delight in the freshest lobster from the Northern Territory, with sweet, tender meat that melts in your ...
Lanai Noosa

Lanai Noosa

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

Noosaville

14 Chef Hat Award
Island Share Menu$89pp Tasting ExperienceHere at ISLAND, our $89pp set (minimum 2) showcases fresh, local flavours for the whole table to enjoy. Start with Noosa scallops, lamb ribs, or Mooloolaba prawn sanga, plus roasted eggplant or Kin...
Montrachet

Montrachet

French   $$$$$   Opens at 12:00 PM

Bowen Hills

15 Chef Hat Award Restaurant & Catering Association
Le Lunch Express$75 per personIndulge in a refined French lunch at Montrachet — a beautifully balanced two-course experience (entre & main or main & dessert) showcasing classic flavours and seasonal finesse. Start with soufflé...
Chef-Curated Private Dining MenuSeasonal TastesEnjoy an elegant private dining experience with a carefully curated menu. Start with focaccia, warm olives, or a choice of entrées including Heirloom Beetroot Salad, Zucchini Flower, Beef Tartare, ...
Bar Leo Food & Wine

Bar Leo Food & Wine

Mediterranean   $$$$$   Opens at 12:00 PM

Bundall

12 Chef Hat Award
Modern MediterraneanHappy hour daily 4–6pmBar Leo brings modern Mediterranean flavour to Sorrento with fresh, locally sourced seafood, seasonal small plates, melt in your mouth Australian grown wagyu & black angus steaks and share-style di...
Palette

Palette

Modern Australian   $$$$$   Opens at 11:00 AM

Surfers Paradise

16 Chef Hat Award
Offering a unique blend of art and food on the Gold Coast, discerning diners head to Palette on Bundall Road in Surfers Paradise for a meal to remember. Nestled in the stunning HOTA Gallery, Palett...
"Readers' Choice 2020 - Asian"
Sum Yung Guys

Sum Yung Guys

Asian   $$$$$   Opens at 12:00 PM

Noosaville

14 Chef Hat Award
Midday Flavours at Sum Yung GuysModern Asian StyleAt Sum Yung Guys, we serve lunch with bold, modern Asian flavours designed for sharing. From crispy Mooloolaba prawn toast to fresh salads and small plates, our midday menu pairs perfectly with our...
Orleans Restaurant and Bar

Orleans Restaurant and Bar

French   $$$$$   Opens at 11:30 AM

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...
Firma Italian

Firma Italian

Italian   $$$$$   Opens at 5:30 PM

South Brisbane

12 Chef Hat Award
Indulge in rich, authentic flavours at Firma Italian on Grey Street in South Brisbane where the heart of Italy meets the soul of casual dining. Find yourself transported to the charming streets of ...
Embassy XO

Embassy XO

Asian   $$$$$   Opens at 12:00 PM

Sunshine Beach

12 Chef Hat Award
5 Course Tasting Menu$76 per personTake the guesswork out of dinner and let the chefs at Embassy XO guide your evening with their five-course tasting menu. Available Tuesday to Sunday from 5pm for $76pp, this curated experience show...
Winnifred’s

Winnifred’s

French   $$$$$   Opens at 11:00 AM

Fortitude Valley

12 Chef Hat Award
International Women's Day Masterclass hosted by Winnifred's founder Megan NunnFri 6th Mar, 4 to 5:30pmAn afternoon of great Champagnes, charcuterie and cheese platters hosted by Winnifred's founder Megan Nunn. This is a celebration of Grower Champagnes - including the extraordinary female Champagne...
Clarence

Clarence

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

South Brisbane

13 Chef Hat Award
Sunday Roast$75 per personSunday Lunch at Clarence offers a relaxed feast for $75 per person. Enjoy shared starters to begin, followed by a weekly rotating roast with all the classic sides, and finish with a delightful dess...
Komeyui Brisbane

Komeyui Brisbane

Japanese   $$$$$   Opens at 11:30 AM

Spring Hill

13 Chef Hat Award
Bringing harmony, unity and binding people together through food is the aim of Komeyui Japanese restaurant on Wharf Street in Brisbane. Hailing from a fishing village in Hokkaido, Executive Chef an...
Take in mesmerising views over the Whitsundays at The Long Pavilion at qualia on Whitsunday Boulevard on Hamilton Island. Delve into a tropical breakfast at this stunning dining destination, enjoy ...