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QLD Restaurants With Private Dining

Rich & Rare

Rich & Rare

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

West End

13 Chef Hat Award
Fresh Flavours at Brisbane’s Favourite SteakhouseRich & Rare’s New MenuDiscover what’s new at Rich & Rare. Our latest menu brings fresh additions to Brisbane’s favourite steakhouse, crafted to elevate your dining experience and impress both loyal guests and first-time...
"Readers' Choice 2019 - Fusion"
Tamarind

Tamarind

Modern Australian   $$$$$   Open Now

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...
"Award-winning Share Plates."
Social Eating House & Bar

Social Eating House & Bar

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

Broadbeach

13 Chef Hat Award Restaurant & Catering Association
Social Eating House Banquet ExperienceCelebratory Shared DiningAt Social Eating House, our banquet experience is designed for shared dining and celebration. Enjoy a curated menu of standout dishes, crafted for flavour and variety, perfect for groups looking to...
T'ang Court

T'ang Court

Chinese   $$$$$   Open Now

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...
Pompette

Pompette

French   $$$$$   Opens Fri 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...
Fatcow on James St

Fatcow on James St

Steak   $$$$$   Open Now

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...
Firma Italian

Firma Italian

Italian   $$$$$   Opens Fri 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.
Kost

Kost

Modern Australian   $$$$$   Opens Fri 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:
Harrisons Restaurant

Harrisons Restaurant

British   $$$$$   Opens Fri 3:30 PM

Port Douglas

14 Chef Hat Award
Award-Winning Dining At Harrisons Port DouglasJoin Us TodayJoin us at Harrisons Restaurant, Port Douglas’ most nationally awarded restaurant, for an unforgettable dining experience. Open Tuesday to Saturday, enjoy Social Hour from 3:30pm–5:30pm before dinn...
Montrachet

Montrachet

French   $$$$$   Opens Fri 12:00 PM

Bowen Hills

15 Chef Hat Award Restaurant & Catering Association
Montrachet on King Street in Bowen Hills is a critically acclaimed French restaurant, recognised as one of Brisbane’s premier fine dining destinations. Under Michelin-trained chef Clément Chauvin, ...
Step into a world of refined creativity at Perspective Dining on Brunswick Street, Fortitude Valley, where modern design meets boundary-pushing cuisine. This stylish, intimate venue invites guests ...
SUUM

SUUM

Korean   $$$$$   Open Now

Brisbane CBD

15 Chef Hat Award
Autumn Tasting Menu$190 per personDiscover a refined dining journey at SUUM with the Seasonal 13 Expression Tasting — a thoughtfully curated menu celebrating balance, texture and creativity. From delicate small bites to standout di...
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...
"Menu celebrates Australia’s best"
Mother's Day Lunch & SpaLunch + spa for twoAt Spicers Peak Lodge, Mother’s Day is every day in May. Treat Mum to a celebration high above the clouds, where the air is crisp, the views stretch endlessly, and every detail is designed to ma...
Hideki

Hideki

Japanese   $$$$$   Open Now

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 ...
Nathan Kennedy Live On The DeckFriday 6pm-9pmNathan Kennedy is a professional singer/guitarist based in the vibrant town of Airlie Beach. Nathan is a well-known entertainer, having been performing in the numerous bars, restaurants, resorts & ...
"essence of fine dining"
Pebble Beach at qualia

Pebble Beach at qualia

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

Hamilton Island

12 Chef Hat Award
Perfectly positioned on Hamilton Island’s northern-most point, qualia’s Pebble Beach restaurant presents lunchtime dining at its relaxed best. The food is contemporary Australian, featuring seasona...
Ippin Japanese Dining

Ippin Japanese Dining

Japanese   $$$$$   Open Now

West End

13 Chef Hat Award
Natsu BanquetA New Season of Tasteshowcases a curated selection of seasonal dishes designed for sharing — from delicate starters to signature mains and handcrafted desserts, each course reflects balance, harmony, and flavour.
Eddy + Wolff

Eddy + Wolff

Asian   $$$$$   Open Now

Robina

12 Chef Hat Award
Discover the Gold Coast’s premier hidden gem on Commerce Drive in Robina, Eddy + Wolff — an intimate dining space where bold Southeast Asian flavours meet refined technique. With just 24 seats and ...
Bar Leo Food & Wine

Bar Leo Food & Wine

Mediterranean   $$$$$   Opens Fri 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...