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South East Queensland Country Modern Australian Restaurants

Celebrating an authentic paddock-to-plate philosophy in the picturesque Gold Coast Hinterland, The Paddock Restaurant on Binna Burra Road in Beechmont delivers unpretentious, wholesome fare celebra...
Have a small function or a meeting coming up and need a space?Enquire today!Our 12–14-seater private dining room is the perfect spot. For functions at the plate, we are able to work with our patrons and create a specially curated menu for an individualized experience.
Take in the aromas and vistas of breathtaking lavender fields while sipping an estate wine at Kooroomba Vineyard Restaurant in Boonah. Nestled on a six-hectare vineyard in the Fassifern Valley at M...
Essen Restaurant

Essen Restaurant

Modern Australian   $$$$$   Opens at 6:00:PM

Stanthorpe

12 Chef Hat Award
Home-style cooking prepared with love is on the menu at Essen Restaurant on McGregor Terrace in Stanthorpe. With a name meaning to eat in German, a vine-covered pergola shades the front door of thi...
"Readers' Choice 2019 - Regional"
The Cottage Restaurant

The Cottage Restaurant

Modern Australian   $$$$$   Opens at 6:00:PM

Ipswich

The Cottage High TeaBook Yours TodayEverything baked fresh and using items from our à la carte menu. High Tea with a pot of tea or coffee for just $60 pp, Glass of sparkling wine for $67 pp. To book your table, call (07) 3143 2644 n...
For the ultimate fine dining experience in Grandchester, visit Homage Restaurant at Spicers Hidden Vale on Grandchester-Mt Mort Road. As the restaurant’s name suggests, the talented restaurant team...
Heartfelt meals to suit any gathering or occasion are what you’ll find at Soul Kitchen Co on Ruthven Street in the heart of Toowoomba’s CBD. Bespoke dishes await at this stylish venue where olive g...
Eats, drinks and vibes are on the menu at The Little Larder on Railway Street in Stanthorpe. This cosy café is the ideal gathering place to catch up with family and friends over delicious brunch of...
When it comes to Modern Australian dining in relaxed luxury, it’s hard to look past lauded, The Peak Restaurant at Spicers Peak Lodge on Wilkinsons Road in Maryvale. Visitors, from friends enjoying...
Zev's Bistro

Zev's Bistro

Modern Australian   $$$$$   Open Now

Toowoomba

12 Chef Hat Award
Whether looking for a high tea, BBQ buffet on the back deck or tapas and cold beer, locals and visitors alike head to Fourthchild Café Restaurant on Brisbane Street in Ipswich to refuel and recharg...
Blume

Blume

Modern Australian   $$$$$   Open Now

Boonah

13 Chef Hat Award
Soak up rural views across the countryside and vines while enjoying great food, music and wine at the Darling Downs' new wining and dining venue Rosalie House Cellar Door Restaurant on Lavenders Ro...
Housed in one of Toowoomba’s most historic buildings, Gip’s Restaurant is an ideal venue for smart, casual dining. Encompassed among old English oak and jacaranda trees, the tranquil garden setting...
Varias Restaurant features an outstanding a la carte lunch menu with a focus on the best in local produce, prepared and served by hospitality students to a high industry standard. The Signature dis...
Encores

Encores

Modern Australian   $$$$$   Opens at 6:00:PM

Toowoomba

Recommendations may include: Beer Battered Burrumundi. The Picnic Point restaurant in Toowoomba has views to die for. When you add to that a cafe by day and classy venue by night, innovative cuisin...