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Ippin Japanese Dining

Ippin Japanese Dining

Japanese   $$$$$   Opens at 5:00 PM

West End

12 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...
Osteria Coogee

Osteria Coogee

Italian   $$$$$   Opens Tue 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...
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 ...
Staying true to tradition and offering a refined culinary experience, Sydneysiders head to Figo Restaurant & Bar on Bayswater Road in Rushcutters Bay for relaxed dining in the heart of the city. Th...
Akaiito

Akaiito

Japanese   $$$$$   Opens at 6:00 PM

Melbourne CBD

15 Chef Hat Award
A dazzling Red Thread of Fate light fixture twists its way across the dining room welcoming guests to Akaiito on Flinders Lane in Melbourne city. A moody vibe of black marble, dark granite and plus...
Etsu Izakaya

Etsu Izakaya

Japanese   $$$$$   Open Now

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"
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...
Soka

Soka

Japanese   $$$$$   Opens at 5:00 PM

Maroochydore

12 Chef Hat Award
Elevate your dining experience at charcoal Japanese restaurant, Soka on Ocean Street in Maroochydore. Wind down in style from an eclectic selection of Japanese wine, beer and sake in an ambient, mo...
"Delectable Mod Australian Cuisine"
Bush DeVine Restaurant

Bush DeVine Restaurant

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

Sevenhill

13 Chef Hat Award
After exploring Clare Valley, take a sensory detour to Sevenhill where you will find hidden gem Bush DeVine Restaurant within Paulett Winery. Work up an appetite by strolling through the Indigenous...
Pincho Disco

Pincho Disco

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

Collingwood

12 Chef Hat Award
Happy Hour at Pincho Disco$15 Cocktails, $2 OystersEnjoy Happy Hour at Pincho Disco! Every Tue–Wed 5–6pm and Thu–Fri 4–6pm. Indulge in $2 natural oysters, $3 hibiscus tiger’s milk oysters, $15 signature cocktails, and $8 schooners & wines. It’s che...
Juju on Gold Coast Highway introduces a modern dining venue to Mermaid Beach that offers seasonally-inspired menus featuring the highest quality ingredients and culinary skill. Artfully blending in...
Rakkas Restaurant

Rakkas Restaurant

Turkish   $$$$$   Opens Tue 12:00 PM

Kingston

12 Chef Hat Award
Blending the rich culinary traditions of Istanbul with the vibrant culture of Australia, head to Rakkas Restaurant on Eastlake Parade in Kingston for an unforgettable dining experience. This Canber...
"Ethically sustainable, seasonal products"
Shelter

Shelter

Modern Australian   $$$$$   Opens Tue 7:00 AM

Lennox Head

13 Chef Hat Award
Weddings At ShelterEnquire Today!Shelter offers the perfect beachside setting for weddings and special celebrations, seamlessly blending indoor and outdoor spaces in a beautifully relaxed style. Whether you're drawn by the warm at...
Discerning Adelaide foodies seeking exquisite Kobe beef and an authentic teppanyaki experience head down King William Road in Hyde Park to find Samurai Teppanyaki House. Japanese culture meets mode...
"Readers' Choice 2019 Winner"
The Woodhouse Bar and Grill

The Woodhouse Bar and Grill

Steak   $$$$$   Opens Tue 5:00 PM

Bendigo

13 Chef Hat Award
Follow the aroma of delicious smokiness to The Woodhouse Bar and Grill on Williamson Street in Bendigo. This steakhouse and red gum grill is a local favourite presenting a rustic dining experience,...
Komeyui Brisbane

Komeyui Brisbane

Japanese   $$$$$   Opens at 5:30 PM

Spring Hill

12 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...
Ollie's Italian

Ollie's Italian

Italian   $$$$$   Opens at 5:00 PM

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...
Step into the vibrant setting of The Sphere on Bay Road in Cheltenham, where Mediterranean warmth and modern style merge to create a memorable dining experience. Here, rich Greek-inspired flavours ...
Discover a venue linked to Australian history that works closely with local craftsmen to highlight their skill and expertise at Sixpenny restaurant on Percival Road in Stanmore. Named after the six...