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Grunthal Brew

Grunthal Brew

Modern Australian   $$$$$   Open Now

Verdun

World
Beer
Day

Grünthal Beer Paddle

Enjoy a Variety

Try our Grünthal Flagship Paddle featuring: eBEER™ - Pale Ale - Session Ale - Hazy NEIPA or pick your own four beer tasters. $18.90. Not keen on beer? Try our 'I don't like beer' Paddle featuring: ... more
Rakkas Restaurant

Rakkas Restaurant

Turkish   $$$$$   Open Now

Kingston

12 Chef Hat Award
13 Jul -
31 Dec

Your Next Favourite Dining Destination

Book your table now!

Whether it's a relaxed dinner, a family celebration or a night out with friends, Rakkas delivers a warm, welcoming atmosphere paired with genuine hospitality. Blending contemporary style with Medit... more
Rakkas Restaurant

Rakkas Restaurant

Turkish   $$$$$   Open Now

Kingston

12 Chef Hat Award
13 Jul -
31 Dec

A Feast of Mediterranean Flavours

An evening to remember

Discover a menu inspired by the bold flavours of the Mediterranean, where every dish is crafted for sharing and savouring. Expect succulent charcoal-grilled meats, fresh seafood, vibrant salads, ho... more
Haco

Haco

Japanese   $$$$$   Open Now

Sydney CBD

15 Chef Hat Award
19 Jun 26 -
1 Apr 27

Sake vs Wine matching

Available Now $135 PP

Love sake and wine but prefer us to take the wheel? Enjoy four expertly selected sake pairings (30ml each) and three carefully chosen wines (70ml each), thoughtfully matched to complement the prog... more
Haco

Haco

Japanese   $$$$$   Open Now

Sydney CBD

15 Chef Hat Award
19 Jun 26 -
1 Apr 27

Dinner Tempura & Charcoal Omakase

Available Now $180 PP

Our omakase is built around the harmony of charcoal-grilled dishes and refined tempura, guided by seasonality, balance, and technique. Under the direction of Chef Ken, guests are taken on a 13-cour... more
The Tamarind Restaurant

The Tamarind Restaurant

Asian   $$$$$   Open Now

Maleny

14 Chef Hat Award
18 May -
31 Dec

Sunday Jazz in the Forest

Every 1st & 3rd Sunday

Make a lunch booking at The Tamarind and enjoy the smooth sounds of live jazz amidst the magical rainforest surrounds of Spicers Tamarind Retreat on every 1st and 3rd Sunday of the month. The af... more
The Tamarind Restaurant

The Tamarind Restaurant

Asian   $$$$$   Open Now

Maleny

14 Chef Hat Award
1
Aug

Sunshine Coast Asian Food Festival 2026

5-courses + beverages

Get ready for one of the Sunshine Coast’s most anticipated food events and a signature highlight of The Curated Plate festival. Join us for a vibrant celebration of flavours and community set in th... more
Fish House Steak & Grill

Fish House Steak & Grill

Seafood   $$$$$   Open Now

Mooloolaba

13 Chef Hat Award
8 Jul -
27 Aug

1st Birthday - VIP Cocktail Party Dinner!

Exclusive Event!

Join us as we celebrate an incredible milestone... 1 Year of Fish House Steak & Grill! Experience an exclusive VIP evening featuring a stylish Cocktail Party, premium hospitality, and live grand ... more
Fish House Steak & Grill

Fish House Steak & Grill

Seafood   $$$$$   Open Now

Mooloolaba

13 Chef Hat Award
8 Jul -
30 Sep

Fish House Seafood Platter

Limited Time only

6 SA Oysters, Hiromasa Kingfish and Hokkaido Scallop Ceviche, Ora King Salmon, Mooloolaba Yellowfin Tuna, 6 Mooloolaba King Prawns (DF) more
Fish House Steak & Grill

Fish House Steak & Grill

Seafood   $$$$$   Open Now

Mooloolaba

13 Chef Hat Award
8 Jul -
30 Nov

Land or Sea Tasting Menu

Available Now $159 pp

Discover our delicious Signature Fish House Steak & Grill Tasting Menu - choose Land or Sea! more
Fish House Steak & Grill

Fish House Steak & Grill

Seafood   $$$$$   Open Now

Mooloolaba

13 Chef Hat Award
8 Jul -
30 Nov

Wagyu Tasting Experience

Available Now $199

WAGYU TASTING EXPERIENCE 100g Pure Black Wagyu Rib Fillet Certified F1 Wagyu (Tasmania) MB9+ • 250+ days grain-fed 100g Sanchoku Pure Wagyu Rib Fillet Queensland MB10+ • 400+ days grain-fed ... more
Deer Duck Bistro

Deer Duck Bistro

Modern Australian   $$$$$   Open Now

Auchenflower

15 Chef Hat Award
8 Jun -
31 Aug

Experience Brisbane's Most Unique Degustation Menu

Secure your spot today!

Auchenflower's Deer Duck Bistro offers Brisbane's unique fine dining with 5–9 course degustation menus ($109pp, wines $99pp) in a quirky antique setting. Modern Australian cuisine features ricotta-... more
Deer Duck Bistro

Deer Duck Bistro

Modern Australian   $$$$$   Open Now

Auchenflower

15 Chef Hat Award
13
Aug

Fine Diving

Thursday 13 August 2026

Join Us for an exclusive evening celebrating the finest treasures of the sea with a specially curated degustation experience. Indulge in an elegant pescatarian degustation, featuring a remarkable ... more
The Cowrie Restaurant

The Cowrie Restaurant

Modern Australian   $$$$$   Open Now

Terrigal

13 Chef Hat Award
13 May -
30 Jul

Let’s Do Lunch at The Cowrie

Lunch with wine included!

Join us at The Cowrie from Wednesday to Friday for “Let’s Do Lunch,” a refined midweek dining experience designed to linger over. Enjoy a two- or three-course choice menu paired with a complimentar... more
The Cowrie Restaurant

The Cowrie Restaurant

Modern Australian   $$$$$   Open Now

Terrigal

13 Chef Hat Award
13 May -
30 Aug

Test Kitchen at The Cowrie

Five courses!

Join us for Test Kitchen, held on the last Tuesday of every month, where we explore new dishes, ideas, and seasonal produce before they make it to the final menu. This is your chance to experience ... more
Potager

Potager

Modern Australian   $$$$$   Open Now

Carool

13 Chef Hat Award
10 Jun -
31 Aug

Winter Has Arrived at Potager

New Seasonal Menu

Winter has arrived at Potager, bringing a new seasonal menu inspired by the cooler months and the produce thriving in our kitchen garden. Expect comforting flavours, thoughtful cooking, and dishes ... more
Potager

Potager

Modern Australian   $$$$$   Open Now

Carool

13 Chef Hat Award
10 Jun -
31 Dec

The Potager Garden Experience & Long Lunch

Now Available

Discover the story behind each dish with a guided walk through the Potager kitchen garden, followed by a curated long lunch in the restaurant. Enjoy a welcome drink, explore the seasonal produce an... more
Bella Venezia

Bella Venezia

Italian   $$$$$   Open Now

Mooloolaba

13 Chef Hat Award
8 Jul 24 -
31 Aug 26

Chef's 7 Step Tasting Menu

$129 per person

Indulge 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... more
Bella Venezia

Bella Venezia

Italian   $$$$$   Open Now

Mooloolaba

13 Chef Hat Award
8 Jul -
12 Aug

An Evening in Tuscany: A Masterclass Wine Dinner

One Night Only!

For One Night Only – Discover the Ancient Wines of Tuscany Step into the heart of Tuscany and experience a remarkable evening celebrating one of Italy’s most revered wine regions. Join us for an e... more
Bella Venezia

Bella Venezia

Italian   $$$$$   Open Now

Mooloolaba

13 Chef Hat Award
8 Jul -
30 Nov

$3 Freshly Shucked Oysters

Limited Time only

Enjoy Natural Freshly Shucked Oysters from 11.30am - 4pm daily at Bella Venezia. more