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Francois Eatery

Francois Eatery

Cafe   $$$$$   Opens Fri 7:30 AM

Mambourin

Mother's Day High Tea10th May Celebrate Mother’s Day at François Eatery – Mambourin with an elegant High Tea experience on Sunday 10 May 2026. Enjoy curated sweet and savoury delights including ribbon sandwiches, scones, pastri...
"Smooth sophistication and elegance"
Sault

Sault

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

Daylesford

15 Chef Hat Award
3 or 4 Course Midweek MenuSeasonal MenuEnjoy our 3 or 4 course midweek menu featuring house-baked sourdough, cultured butter, and seasonal, locally sourced ingredients. Highlights include beef tartare, ocean trout, potato agnolotti, mar...
"Readers' Choice 2019 Winner"
The Woodhouse Bar and Grill

The Woodhouse Bar and Grill

Steak   $$$$$   Opens at 5:00 PM

Bendigo

13 Chef Hat Award
The Woodhouse ExperienceFrom $155ppIndulge in The Woodhouse Experience – an eight-course sharing menu designed for serious food lovers. From freshly shucked Tasmanian oysters and woodfired king prawns to Sher Wagyu tartare, wagyu sk...
Chef’s Tasting Dinner ExperiencePlates & WineJoin us at Tulip for dinner Tuesday to Saturday from 5:30pm in Geelong West. Enjoy a relaxed, contemporary dining experience featuring seasonal, locally sourced ingredients. Choose from wine and sn...
Atria

Atria

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

Melbourne CBD

14 Chef Hat Award
Mother's Day DinnerCelebrate herCelebrate Mother’s Day at Atria, where seasonal Australian produce and refined culinary craft come together high above the city. Indulge her with an elevated, five-course menu by Head Chef, David G...
The Dining Room restaurant on Arthurs Seat Road in Red Hill does regional dining right. Nestled in Lancemore Lindenderry Red Hill vineyard, this dining destination is the ideal spot to enjoy long, ...
Mother's Day Breakfast with Bottomless BubblesBreakfast buffet+bubblesJoin us at Luci for a delightful Mother's Day breakfast with bottomless bubbles and a spread fit for a queen.
Miss Mi

Miss Mi

Asian   $$$$$   Opens at 6:00 PM

Melbourne CBD

12 Chef Hat Award
Express LunchOnly $42ppMiss Mi is offering the best express lunch in Melbourne CBD. Our restaurant is conveniently located across from Southern Cross Station, the ideal spot to meet with colleagues or friends for lunch o...
Mothers Day at Barmah ParkLunch from 10:30am$125pp three course adult menu, $65 kids menu + activity pack
ISH Restaurant

ISH Restaurant

Indian   $$$$$   Opens at 5:00 PM

Fitzroy

12 Chef Hat Award
A New Era of Indian VegetarianFlavour Without LimitsAt ISH, our vegetarian dishes are bursting with flavour, texture and creativity. We bring a modern take to Indian cuisine, crafting vibrant plates designed to surprise and delight with every bite. ...
Elm Dining

Elm Dining

Modern Australian   $$$$$   Opens at 4:00 PM

Bright

12 Chef Hat Award
Sips & SavouriesEnjoy snacks 4pm-6pmSoak up the afternoon sun and enjoy a variety of snacks and daily wine specials. Simply walk on in!
Neeri Nuff Wine Bar & Kitchen
13 Chef Hat Award
Sip in SundayBrunch at Neeri NuffJoin us for our very first Sunday brunch on the 3rd of May. Where slow mornings meet good company, thoughtful dishes, and something lovely in your glass. Settle in, sip, and savour the start of you...
Miss Amelie

Miss Amelie

European   $$$$$   Opens at 5:00 PM

Wodonga

12 Chef Hat Award
Candlelight DinnersBack By Popular Demand!After multiple sold-out dates in April, Miss Amelie is thrilled to announce candlelight dinner dates for May and June. Just as before, we will dim the lights and fill the restaurant with romantic c...
Oxi Tea Room

Oxi Tea Room

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

Carlton

15 Chef Hat Award
Elevating the tea-drinking experience by blending modern and traditional brewing techniques, resulting in an unparalleled fusion of flavours and aromas, head to Oxi Tea Room on Cornell Place in Car...
Flower Drum

Flower Drum

Chinese   $$$$$   Opens at 6:00 PM

Melbourne CBD

14 Chef Hat Award
Tucked away in Melbourne’s Chinatown, Flower Drum stands as a celebrated destination for refined Cantonese cuisine and exceptional service. Stepping inside reveals a world where tradition meets ele...
Celebrate Mother’s Day with iconic views, food and wineLast tables remainingCelebrate Mother’s Day with iconic views, exceptional food and fine wine, with a seasonal menu showcasing the best of the Mornington Peninsula. Arrive early or linger longer with a wine tasting at ...
Shu Restaurant

Shu Restaurant

Chinese   $$$$$   Opens at 6:00 PM

Collingwood

14 Chef Hat Award
Two-Hour Unlimited Plant-Based DiningEat Freely This WeekendVisit us at SHU Restaurant and enjoy our $55pp unlimited Yum Cha every weekend lunch. Dine for two hours on nine plant-based dishes, cooked fresh to order an d inspired by modern vegan Sichuan cuis...
Laura

Laura

Modern Australian   $$$$$   Open Now

Merricks North

17 Chef Hat Award
Where elegance meets luxury this Mother’s DayLimited seating availableCelebrate Mother’s Day at Laura, Australia’s only Relais & Châteaux two-hatted restaurant, where every detail is considered and every moment thoughtfully curated. Expect refined, seasonal cuisine a...
Limitless at LexyTuesday to SaturdayTurn lunch into a celebration with Limitless at Lexy. From Tuesday to Saturday, 11:30am–3pm, enjoy 90 minutes of bottomless signature cocktails, wines and beers on tap, paired with delicious set fo...
Il Bacaro

Il Bacaro

Italian   $$$$$   Opens at 5:30 PM

Melbourne CBD

13 Chef Hat Award Restaurant & Catering Association
Discover the quintessential Melbourne Italian dining experience at Il Bacaro on Little Collins Street in the heart of the city. Executive Chef David Dellai offers a simple yet refined approach to V...