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Restaurants With Water Views

Sinclair's

Sinclair's

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

Penrith

12 Chef Hat Award
Bottomless Lunch by the RiverBrunch and Bubbles Join us at Sinclair’s Riverside Bottomless Lunch every Saturday and Sunday from 12pm. For $85 per person, enjoy a 2-hour indulgent multi-course menu by Head Chef Scott Mills, featuring seasonal loc...
"Smooth sophistication and elegance"
Sault

Sault

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

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...
Water’s Edge Canberra

Water’s Edge Canberra

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

Parkes

12 Chef Hat Award
Sharing MenuSharing Menu for Two This menu design to share. We need minimum 2 people up to any even numbers.
Island Share Menu$89pp Tasting ExperienceHere at ISLAND, our $89pp set (minimum 2) showcases fresh, local flavours for the whole table to enjoy. Start with Noosa scallops, lamb ribs, or Mooloolaba prawn sanga, plus roasted eggplant or Kin...
Josef Chromy Restaurant

Josef Chromy Restaurant

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

Relbia

13 Chef Hat Award
Celebrate Your Day in StyleFood, Wine & Scenic ViewsLet our dedicated event manager bring your wedding vision to life at Josef Chromy Estate, just 15 minutes from Launceston. Exchange vows in the lakeside pavilion, then host guests in lush gardens ...
Valentine's Day at Hearth RestaurantCelebrate love with an elegant five-course lunch and dinner on Saturday, 14 February, featuring a menu that highlights Western Australia’s finest ingredients.
"Majestic Location Overlooking Balmoral Beach"
Valentine's Day at Public Dining Room14th of FebruaryImpress your special someone this Valentine's Day with uninterrupted views over Balmoral Beach. Enjoy our 3 course set menu for $140 per person, with choices for every course, paired with our curat...
Jazz Dinner A Night of SongEnjoy the legendary Caroline Agostini as she sings jazz classics as you dine in the elegant dining room, delighting in our à la carte 3-course, or the 5 & 7-course set menu. Nobody does a jazz dinn...
Taverna

Taverna

Greek   $$$$$   Opens Sun 12:00 PM

Kingscliff

12 Chef Hat Award
Sunday Night Chef's Sustainable BanquetOnly $49 ppIndulge in a selection of 4 dishes hand picked by our Chef. This menu changes weekly and typically features 3 small plates and 1 large plate with sides. Designed with sustainability in mind, the ba...
Atria

Atria

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

Melbourne CBD

14 Chef Hat Award
BRUNCH IN THE SKY Elevate Every SaturdayBrunch in the Sky returns to Atria. Commencing 7th of February 2026. A refined daytime dining experience celebrating modern Australian cuisine, seasonal produce and panoramic city views from Level...
Valentines Day7 Course Set MenuA Night of Romance & Culinary Artistry Celebrate this Valentine’s Day with an intimate, dining experience designed to enchant the senses. We invite you and your special someone to join us for an ...
Wildflower

Wildflower

Modern Australian   $$$$$   Open Now

Perth CBD

17 Chef Hat Award
Wildflower - FLOWWildflower FLOW LunchJoin us for the cherished FLOW lunch experience. Choose a magnificent entrée and a main course for $69 per person. Available Wednesday to Friday for bookings of up to 8 guests, in the main di...
Chin Chin Takes Over Pt. Leo Estate for an Unmissable MFWF Festival WeekendAlmost Sold OutFor one weekend only, Chin Chin joins Pt. Leo Estate for a landmark Melbourne Food & Wine Festival collaboration at one of Victoria’s most iconic destinations. Blending bold Southeast Asian flavour...
Jungle Fowl

Jungle Fowl

Asian   $$$$$   Opens Sun 5:00 PM

Port Douglas

13 Chef Hat Award
Modern farm-to-table Thai cuisine is what you’ll find on the plate at Jungle Fowl on Wharf Street in Port Douglas. This locally loved dining destination exudes a fun and funky vibe with stylised wa...
Valentine's Day13th & 14th FebruaryIn our two chefs hatted restaurant enjoy a 4 course Valentine’s Day menu by executive chef Aaron Ward, with optional wine pairing available
"Readers' Choice 2020 - Fine Dining"
The Boat House

The Boat House

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

Barton

13 Chef Hat Award
Surrounded by private parkland overlooking Lake Burley Griffin, The Boat House is the ideal place to relax and enjoy award-winning dining. Escape from the city life of Canberra and enjoy stunning l...
Laura

Laura

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

Merricks North

17 Chef Hat Award
Chin Chin Takes Over Pt. Leo Estate for an Unmissable MFWF WeekendAlmost Sold Out. Book nowFor one weekend only, Chin Chin joins Pt. Leo Estate for a landmark Melbourne Food & Wine Festival collaboration at one of Victoria’s most iconic destinations. Blending bold Southeast Asian flavour...
Set among the tranquil landscapes of Yallingup, The Cape Lodge Restaurant on Caves Road delivers a dining experience shaped by season, place and produce. The kitchen’s ingredient-driven philosophy ...
Rumi on Louth

Rumi on Louth

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

Port Lincoln

14 Chef Hat Award
Rumi Explore: Island Dining & DiscoveryAvailable NowDiscover the magic of Louth Island with Rumi’s Explore Day Package. Begin with a scenic boat transfer, then enjoy a guided buggy tour exploring the island’s rich history, future projects and native...
Serafino Restaurant

Serafino Restaurant

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

McLaren Vale

12 Chef Hat Award
Valentine's Dinner At Serafino - Saturday 14th February 2026Love is in the airValentine’s Day join us at Serafino for an unique culinary degustation. Enjoy an intimate dinner in our Serafino Restaurant whilst indulging in a Degustation 4 course menu presented by One Chef Hat...