The top restaurants in Australia based on the independant reviews of the Australian Good Food Guide. https://www.agfg.com.au/ en-au Copyright Australian Good Food Guide Publishing Pty Ltd webmaster@agfg.com.au (AGFG Webmaster) webmaster@agfg.com.au (AGFG Webmaster) Fri, 06 Mar 2026 15:30:02 GMT Amaru on High Street in Armadale delivers an experience of excitement, intrigue and intimacy. An amalgamation of words loosely translating to 'a beautiful place', the open-concept dining room offers a beautiful connection between the diner and the creations from the kitchen; expect a tasting menu inspired by exquisite Australian produce, prepared and inspired by culinary techniques from around the globe. https://www.agfg.com.au/restaurant/amaru-54835 https://www.agfg.com.au/restaurant/amaru-54835 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 sixpence restaurants that operated in Australia in the late 1800s, this Stanmore Village dining destination is housed in an historic building erected in 1907 and delivers a narrative of things that make up this great country. https://www.agfg.com.au/restaurant/sixpenny-31322 https://www.agfg.com.au/restaurant/sixpenny-31322 In what has been described as Sydney's prime position you'll find ARIA Restaurant in East Circular Quay. The classy spacious setting bestows diners with maximum views of the Sydney Harbour Bridge and Opera House as they choose from private or the main dining room to partake in Matt Moran's Modern Australian menu. https://www.agfg.com.au/restaurant/aria-sydney-2165 https://www.agfg.com.au/restaurant/aria-sydney-2165 Bentley Restaurant & Bar on O'Connell Street offers a fine dining experience in an industrial space in Sydney's CBD. Chef Brent Savage's innovative and inventive food is expertly paired with wines from Nick Hildebrandt's eclectic international list, mood music and dynamic design to provide the perfect dining experience. https://www.agfg.com.au/restaurant/bentley-restaurant-bar-18111 https://www.agfg.com.au/restaurant/bentley-restaurant-bar-18111 Take the scenic route through Birregurra, along Cape Otway Road, south of Geelong in Victoria, to arrive at renowned restaurant Brae, perched hillside amongst 20 acres of lush organic farmland and luxurious eco-friendly accommodation. Brae offers a contemporary yet grounded setting, with an interior styled of green furnishings and contemporary Australian artwork set in the moody glow of ambient lighting, making for a warm space for guests to dine for hours by the open fire with loved ones. https://www.agfg.com.au/restaurant/brae-25844 https://www.agfg.com.au/restaurant/brae-25844 Lovingly crafted Japanese flavours are on the plate at Kadota restaurant on Camp Street in picturesque Daylesford. This warm and inviting venue is the passion project of owners Aaron Schembri and Risa Kadota, whom the restaurant is named after, who met while working at some of Japan's finest restaurants. They have brought their passion for captivating food, drinks and hospitality from Risa's hometown of Okayama to Aaron's hometown of Daylesford; expect to be blown away by quality, taste and presentation. Try scallop sashimi to start with shiso, fermented wasabi milk, wasabi and pickled turnip, along with dry-aged kingfish; moving on to main plates like hand-picked mud crab, tomato, macadamia, herbs, black barley congee, ginger-enriched konbu broth and turnip. https://www.agfg.com.au/restaurant/kadota-31367 https://www.agfg.com.au/restaurant/kadota-31367 Maxwell Restaurant, located in the picturesque McLaren Vale, offers a unique dining experience surrounded by the stunning landscapes of the Fleurieu Peninsula. This modern Australian eatery focuses on innovative cuisine that showcases local produce and flavours. Guests are captivated by the exquisite presentation of dishes like their signature oyster pearl, a delicate creation featuring oyster mousse, champagne gel, and Sturia oscietra caviar, served in a nori oyster shell. The setting is both elegant and inviting, making it ideal for a relaxed lunch or a special celebration. 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