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Restaurants With Water Views

Atria

Atria

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

Melbourne CBD

14 Chef Hat Award
Atria's Festive Lunch Book today!Elevate your afternoon with lunch at Atria. Enjoy sweeping city views and beautifully crafted seasonal dishes—perfect for business, leisure or a quiet festive escape. This limited lunch series runs...
Wildflower

Wildflower

Modern Australian   $$$$$   Open Now

Perth CBD

17 Chef Hat Award
Christmas Day Lunch at WildflowerChristmas at WildflowerIndulge in the festive spirit with a luxurious five-course Christmas Day lunch at Wildflower. Celebrate the season in style, savouring each carefully crafted dish alongside an optional curated w...
Chin Chin Takes Over Pt. Leo Estate for an Unmissable MFWF WeekendDon't Miss Out. Book nowChin Chin joins Pt. Leo Estate for a one-off MFWF weekend blending bold Southeast Asian flavours with Spanish flair at one of Victoria’s most iconic destinations. Enjoy a four-hands luxe menu at La...
What's On at SerafinoCome and Join UsThere’s always something happening at Serafino! From dinners and masterclasses to seasonal celebrations and live events, explore what’s on and join us for an experience to remember. Click on more i...
Christmas Day on the BayTraditional Festive FeastCelebrate Christmas in style on the waterfront with a long, luxurious family-style feast. Our three-course shared menu brings everyone together over bountiful platters of fresh seafood, festive mai...
"Majestic Location Overlooking Balmoral Beach"
Offering a majestic location with views over Balmoral Beach and across Sydney Harbour to Manly and North Head is Chef Hat-awarded Public Dining Room. Architecturally designed by Hecker & Guthrie, t...
Laura

Laura

Modern Australian   $$$$$   Open Now

Merricks North

16 Chef Hat Award
Chin Chin Takes Over Pt. Leo Estate for an Unmissable MFWF WeekendDon't miss out. Book nowChin Chin joins Pt. Leo Estate for a one-off MFWF weekend blending bold Southeast Asian flavours with Spanish flair at one of Victoria’s most iconic destinations. Enjoy a four-hands luxe menu at La...
Dine Above Terrigal’s Ocean ViewsBook Your Table TodayPerched high above Terrigal with sweeping ocean and bay views, The Cowrie delivers an unforgettable dining experience on the Scenic Highway. Celebrate any occasion with refined dishes crafted from ...
"Showcasing North Qld Produce"
5-course Degustation Menu Food & Wine Pairing Bridgewater's degustation menu is one of the most popular ways to experience our cuisine. Carefully crafted food paired with a beautiful collection of wines. Botaniq Wine-Gin-Cocktail Bar is perfec...
"Readers' Choice 2019 - Regional"
Bella Venezia

Bella Venezia

Italian   $$$$$   Open Now

Mooloolaba

12 Chef Hat Award
Chef's 7 Step Tasting Menu$129 per personIndulge in an exquisite culinary journey with our Chef's 7 Step Tasting Menu! Elevate your dining experience for just $129 pp; elevate further with matching wine for $199, or opt for premium matchi...
Set along Gympie Terrace in Noosaville, Noosa Waterfront Restaurant & Bar delivers a refined Italian dining experience in a stunning riverside setting. The menu highlights modern Italian flavours t...
"Sydney's Best Gnocchi"
Cucinetta

Cucinetta

Italian   $$$$$   Opens at 5:30 PM

Woolwich

12 Chef Hat Award
NYE UNDER THE STARSNYE 2025Countdown with cocktails, music, and Italian flair. Cucinetta will be alive with bubbles, 4 course menu, and that Cucinetta energy you love. Expect: Signature cocktails & fine wines - Midnight toas...
Expect a unique gastronomic experience combining meticulous attention to detail with the finest local ingredients at Taste. by Bold Cuisine on Rooke Street in Devonport. An elegant and sophisticate...
"Readers' Choice 2019 Winner"
Potager

Potager

Modern Australian   $$$$$   Open Now

Carool

13 Chef Hat Award
Experience Potager’s New Summer Menu – vibrant flavours, local ingredients, and summer-inspired creativityFresh for SummerPotager’s new Summer Menu has arrived, celebrating the best of the season with fresh, locally sourced produce. Enjoy vibrant flavours, creative dishes, and beautifully crafted plates designed to sh...
"Readers' Choice 2020 - Asian"
Sum Yung Guys

Sum Yung Guys

Asian   $$$$$   Open Now

Noosaville

14 Chef Hat Award
Highlighting a passion for Asian cuisine and culture, Sum Yung Guys on Weyba Road in Noosaville is an ideal spot to share plates and cocktails with friends. Styled to capture the personalities of t...
Embark on a gastronomic journey of fine French food at its best at L’isle de France Terrigal on Ena Street. Soak up expansive ocean views from inside and out at this classically chic venue, where a...
The New Sunday TraditionGather Your FriendsAvailable every Sunday 12 pm-4 pm $79 per person, enjoy shared antipasto entree, a choice of mains & one-hour bottomless Aperol Spritz, Prosecco, house wine & tap beer. What's not to love! Bookings...
Jonah's

Jonah's

European   $$$$$   Opens at 6:30 PM

Whale Beach

13 Chef Hat Award
New Year's Eve Dinner5 Course DegustationCelebrate bringing in the New Year with a 5 course degustation, crafted by our team of exceptional chefs. Enjoy a glass of Champagne Bollinger on arrival to toast the special occasion. $295 per per...
Samphire: Seasonal HighlightAvailable Now At Samphire, as each season shifts, so do our dishes welcoming back the prized locally farmed southern bluefin tuna, served with sweet, salty Nouc cham and the island’s vibrant succulents. Featurin...
Boathouse Daylesford

Boathouse Daylesford

French/European   $$$$$   Opens at 5:30 PM

Daylesford

12 Chef Hat Award
Christmas LunchBookings are now openChristmas Lunch 2025 Celebrate Christmas with a special lunch at The Boathouse Restaurant in Daylesford. Indulge in a delicious meal by the lake. Adults: $260PP (12+ years) Children: (4-11 ye...