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Restaurants With Raw Food Options

Annata

Annata

Bistro   $$$$$   Open Now

St Leonards

13 Chef Hat Award
Valentine's Day at AnnataLunch and Dinner Nothing says romance like a beautiful dining experience at Annata. Ignite the flames of love with a sumptuous four-course degustation, amuse bouche and petit fours, all designed by our hatted Chef,...
Ippin Japanese Dining

Ippin Japanese Dining

Japanese   $$$$$   Opens Wed 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 Wed 12:00 PM

Mermaid Beach

13 Chef Hat Award
MIDWEEK MELODIESEvery WednesdayMidweek Melodies at Juju Mermaid Beach is your perfect midweek escape. Every Wednesday from 6pm, enjoy an intimate evening of live piano as Sarah St James sets the mood with soulful sounds. Settle ...
SUUM

SUUM

Korean   $$$$$   Opens Wed 5:30 PM

Brisbane CBD

15 Chef Hat Award
Discover an intimate dining experience where the cuisine follows the rhythm of the seasons at SUUM on Charlotte Street in the heart of Brisbane’s CBD. Meaning ‘to breathe’ in Korean, this 16-seater...
Bar Infinita

Bar Infinita

Italian   $$$$$   Opens Wed 4:30 PM

Gordon

13 Chef Hat Award
Valentine's Day at Bar InfinitaValentine's Day ExclusiveThis Valentine's Day celebrate love with an intimate five-course sharing menu curated by our head chef Francesco Iervolino designed to be shared, savored, and remembered. Join us on Saturday, 14th ...
Osteria Coogee

Osteria Coogee

Italian   $$$$$   Opens Wed 5:00 PM

Coogee

12 Chef Hat Award
Pasta E Vino Tuesday$35 Pasta E Vino TuesdaysJoin us for a glass of wine and choice of 2 Special Pastas every Tuesday $35pp
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...
San Valentino the Figo WaySan Valentino @ FigoThis Valentines Day we've got a menu made for every kind of love: Dinner for two, Dinner with your besties or Dinner with mum or dad! Start with a Prosecco on arrival and enjoy some exclusive dish...
Hustlers. Syd

Hustlers. Syd

Asian   $$$$$   Opens Wed 5:00 PM

Sydney CBD

12 Chef Hat Award
Situated on York Street in the Sydney CBD, Hustlers. Syd offers a bold, underground dining experience with a modern take on Asian cuisine. Descend below street level and step into a moody, energeti...
Local Thursdays at River - Wild at HeartEvery Thursday!Every Thursday evening, treat yourself to exceptional dining with a 2-course menu for $49 or 3 courses for $59. A perfect mid-week night out celebrating fresh flavours and local vibes. Book your ta...
Bar Heather

Bar Heather

Modern Australian   $$$$$   Open Now

Byron Bay

13 Chef Hat Award
Bar Heather on Jonson Street in Byron Bay brings a refined yet relaxed energy to its seasonal, produce-led menu. Influenced by modern Australian flavours, classic European technique and South East ...
Situated on Queen Street in the Melbourne CBD, Sachi Japanese Restaurant is a refined yet approachable destination dedicated to exceptional Japanese seafood. Specialising in sushi, sashimi, chirash...
R by Raita Noda.

R by Raita Noda.

Japanese   $$$$$   Opens Wed 7:00 PM

Redfern

13 Chef Hat Award
Situated on Cleveland Street in Redfern, R by Raita Noda represents the next evolution of Chef Raita Noda’s celebrated Japanese culinary journey. Opening in 2025, this refined destination builds on...
Pincho Disco

Pincho Disco

Latin American   $$$$$   Opens Wed 5:00 PM

Collingwood

12 Chef Hat Award
Valentine's DaySet menu for two This Valentine’s, we’re turning up the heat, Pincho style. Live tango music kicks off from 7pm. The lighting’s low, the flavours loud, and the vibe? Sensual, playful, unforgettable. You and...
Akaiito

Akaiito

Japanese   $$$$$   Opens Wed 12:00 PM

Melbourne CBD

14 Chef Hat Award
A Hidden Gem for Unforgettable EventsEnquire Today!Discover Akaiito’s underground speakeasy bar – a unique event space in the heart of Melbourne. Perfect for stand-up functions (up to 120 guests) or seated dinners (up to 60), it features a full AV ...
Etsu Izakaya

Etsu Izakaya

Japanese   $$$$$   Opens Wed 4:30 PM

Mermaid Beach

13 Chef Hat Award
Open the barn door at Etsu Izakaya on Gold Coast Highway in Mermaid Beach to discover a magical mystery tour of Japanese share-plate dining. Moody surrounds of neon signage, walls plastered with ph...
"Uncomplicated, yet memorable dining"
Mode Kitchen & Bar

Mode Kitchen & Bar

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

Sydney CBD

12 Chef Hat Award
Great food, great drinks and great company...Sydneysiders celebrate the simple things in life at Mode Kitchen & Bar on George Street in the heart of the CBD. Delivering uncomplicated, yet memorable...
"Delectable Mod Australian Cuisine"
Bush DeVine Restaurant

Bush DeVine Restaurant

Modern Australian   $$$$$   Opens Wed 10:00 AM

Sevenhill

13 Chef Hat Award
Pauletts Bush deVine Winery Restaurant | Summer MenuClare Valley RestaurantAt Bush deVine Winery Restaurant, our hatted dining experience at Paulett Wines, the new Summer menu is here! Savour fresh, seasonal dishes while soaking in the breathtaking Clare Valley scenery.
Fish House Steak & Grill

Fish House Steak & Grill

Seafood   $$$$$   Opens Wed 11:30 AM

Mooloolaba

13 Chef Hat Award
Land or Sea Tasting MenuAvailable Now $139 ppDiscover our delicious Signature Fish House Steak & Grill Tasting Menu - choose Land or Sea!
Samurai Teppanyaki House

Samurai Teppanyaki House

Japanese   $$$$$   Opens Wed 6:00 PM

Hyde Park

12 Chef Hat Award Restaurant & Catering Association
Valentine's Day14 February 2026Treat your Valentine to a night they won’t forget at Samurai Teppanyaki. Savour an elegant multi-course Valentine’s Day menu featuring premium ingredients, sizzling teppanyaki theatre and authentic...