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QLD Restaurants With Bar

"So many delicious seafood choices"
Citrique
Igloo Sunset Sessions Winter Only Private domes. Sunset views. Cocktails. Chandon. Winter vibes. From $150 per person | Friday - Sunday
"A Hidden Brisbane Gem"
Deer Duck Bistro

Deer Duck Bistro

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

Auchenflower

15 Chef Hat Award
Experience Brisbane's Most Unique Degustation MenuSecure your spot today!Auchenflower's Deer Duck Bistro offers Brisbane's unique fine dining with 5–9 course degustation menus ($109pp, wines $99pp) in a quirky antique setting. Modern Australian cuisine features ricotta-...
"Readers' Choice 2019 - Regional"
Bella Venezia

Bella Venezia

Italian   $$$$$   Open Now

Mooloolaba

13 Chef Hat Award
Chef's 7 Step Tasting Menu$129 per personIndulge in an exquisite culinary journey with our Chef's 7 Step Tasting Menu! Elevate your dining experience for just $129 pp; elevate further with matching wine for $199, or opt for premium matchi...
The Tamarind Restaurant

The Tamarind Restaurant

Asian   $$$$$   Opens Tue 7:30 AM

Maleny

14 Chef Hat Award
Sunday Jazz in the ForestEvery 1st & 3rd SundayMake a lunch booking at The Tamarind and enjoy the smooth sounds of live jazz amidst the magical rainforest surrounds of Spicers Tamarind Retreat on every 1st and 3rd Sunday of the month. The af...
Signor Fox @ The Albion Hotel

Signor Fox @ The Albion Hotel

Italian   $$$$$   Opens at 5:00 PM

Albion

Fathers DayAt The AlbionTreat the legend to what he actually wants this Father's Day. Join us at The Albion Hotel on Sunday, 6th September for our epic $48 steak and ribs combo, complete with ice-cold beer specials runnin...
Housed within the stunning historical Port Office Building on Edward Street in Brisbane's CBD, Moo Moo The Wine Bar and Grill is a sophisticated and celebrated steakhouse that has redefined the cit...
"Readers' Choice 2019 - Fusion"
Tamarind

Tamarind

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

Cairns

14 Chef Hat Award
Three Courses from $110 per personBookings openPREPARE TO EXPERIENCE THE EXCEPTIONAL Our Tamarind chefs specialise in blending styles, ingredients and techniques from various cultures and cuisines, allowing their creativity to flourish. Click ...
Since opening in 2022, Hervé's Restaurant and Bar on Collingwood Street in Albion has established itself as one of Brisbane's most celebrated French-inspired dining destinations - a sophisticated a...
"A Wonderful Daily Changing Menu"
The Balfour Kitchen & Bar

The Balfour Kitchen & Bar

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

New Farm

12 Chef Hat Award
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...
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...
Firma Italian

Firma Italian

Italian   $$$$$   Opens at 5:30 PM

South Brisbane

12 Chef Hat Award
Riverfire at Firma ItalianDinner & Rooftop FireworksCelebrate Riverfire the Firma way, with a multi-course menu that travels through Italy, flowing Italian beer and wine, signature flavours and warm hospitality.
Terasu

Terasu

Asian   $$$$$   Opens at 5:00 PM

Townsville

12 Chef Hat Award
Discover illuminated Japanese cuisine and get lost in flavour at Terasu on Sir Leslie Thiess Drive in Townsville. Located on the ground floor of the Ardo Hotel and with the bright lights of Tokyo a...
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...
Jimmy Wah's

Jimmy Wah's

Vietnamese   $$$$$   Opens at 5:15 PM

Burleigh Heads

13 Chef Hat Award Restaurant & Catering Association
Jimmy Wah's on Gold Coast Highway in Burleigh Heads has established itself as one of the Gold Coast's most celebrated and beloved modern Vietnamese restaurants - a vibrant, lively and genuinely unf...
Ollie's Italian

Ollie's Italian

Italian   $$$$$   Opens at 5:00 PM

Cairns

12 Chef Hat Award
Celebrate Every Occasion at Ollie's ItalianGood times start here!Celebrate life's special moments at Ollie's Italian, where authentic Italian cuisine meets stunning waterfront views. Whether it's a birthday, corporate event, wedding, or family gathering, our tai...
"Award-winning Share Plates."
On Oracle Boulevard in Broadbeach, Social Eating House & Bar delivers a refined take on modern Australian dining in a stylish yet relaxed setting. Known for its blend of elegance and energy, this v...
Harrisons Restaurant

Harrisons Restaurant

British   $$$$$   Opens Tue 3:30 PM

Port Douglas

14 Chef Hat Award
Social Hour 3.30 pm-5.30 pm Daily Join us at Harrisons for the ultimate afternoon escape during our 'Social Hour,' held daily from 3.30 pm to 5.30 pm. Sip on beers and wines for just $8 or treat yourself to expertly crafted cocktai...
"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...
New Menu Available Now at PaletteFrom April 13thAvailable now, come try Palette Restaurant’s exciting new menu, showcasing bold flavours and refined technique. Highlights include the share-style Peking Grouper from Rocky Point Aquaculture, serve...
Perched on Binna Burra Road in Beechmont in the picturesque Gold Coast Hinterland, The Paddock Restaurant is a luxe farmhouse dining destination where casual fine dining, sustainable produce and an...