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Entwine Hunter Valley

Entwine Hunter Valley

Modern Australian   $$$$$

Rothbury

ANZAC
Day

Long Anzac weekend at Entwine Food Hub

Fri & Sat from 5:30pm

Join us at Entwine Food Hub held at Calais Estate, Polkolbin this long weekend for a relaxed evening of great food, local wine, live acoustic music and a family-friendly atmosphere in the vines. Ou... more
Sinclair's

Sinclair's

Modern Australian   $$$$$

Penrith

12 Chef Hat Award
2 Feb -
2 May

Bottomless Lunch by the River

Brunch 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... more
Sinclair's

Sinclair's

Modern Australian   $$$$$

Penrith

12 Chef Hat Award
2 Feb -
2 May

Steak & Bottomless Fries

Every Wednesday

Every Wednesday, Steak Frites takes centre stage at Sinclair’s. Enjoy a perfectly cooked steak paired with bottomless fries for just $35 per person. Make it even more indulgent with a $5 add-on for... more
Sinclair's

Sinclair's

Modern Australian   $$$$$

Penrith

12 Chef Hat Award
2 Feb -
2 May

Exclusive Chef-Hosted Dinner

Front Row to Fine Dining

Experience Sinclair’s Chef’s Table, an intimate, interactive dinner for just 6 guests. Hosted by Head Chef Scott Mills, enjoy a bespoke chef’s selection menu, fresh from our fire grill, with a glas... more
Sinclair's

Sinclair's

Modern Australian   $$$$$

Penrith

12 Chef Hat Award
2 Feb -
2 May

Sunday Sounds by the River

Sunset Drinks & DJs

At Sinclair’s, Sundays are all about good vibes and great views. Join us on the balcony for Sinclair Sundays, with live DJs spinning from 4:30–8:30pm. Enjoy sunset drinks, specials, and our snack m... more
Sinclair's

Sinclair's

Modern Australian   $$$$$

Penrith

12 Chef Hat Award
2 Feb -
2 May

Shared Plates, Shared Moments

Celebrate Together

At Sinclair’s, our Group Dining experience is designed for sharing with the people who matter most. For $99pp, enjoy a generous share-style menu curated by Head Chef Scott Mills, featuring seasonal... more
Sinclair's

Sinclair's

Modern Australian   $$$$$

Penrith

12 Chef Hat Award
2 Feb -
2 May

A True Farm to Table Experience

Farm-Fresh Celebration

At Sinclair’s, our Farm to Table Experience is made for unforgettable group celebrations. Enjoy a $95pp Taluca Park suckling pig share menu, featuring a whole locally sourced pig roasted to perfect... more
Margan Restaurant

Margan Restaurant

Modern Australian   $$$$$

Broke

14 Chef Hat Award
28 Jan 26 -
31 Jan 27

TASTE | Margan Reserve Wines

A$25

Choose your own adventure and select wines of your choice from our White Label and Aged Release ranges. There are more than twenty on offer including award winners and back vintages. Select the win... more
Margan Restaurant

Margan Restaurant

Modern Australian   $$$$$

Broke

14 Chef Hat Award
28 Jan 26 -
31 Jan 27

TASTE | Margan Seasonal Favourites

A$15

Enjoy a flight of five of our favourite White Label wines all sustainably farmed on our own vineyards here in Broke. Discover the story behind our wines: our innovative approach to winemaking; our ... more
Margan Restaurant

Margan Restaurant

Modern Australian   $$$$$

Broke

14 Chef Hat Award
Easter

Easter Long Weekend | Farm-to-table Dining

From $90pp

Change of season means change of menu in the restaurant. As always, Head Chef Harry has collaborated with our garden team, led by Alicia Giles, to ensure an abundant produce haul makes it way to th... more
Margan Restaurant

Margan Restaurant

Modern Australian   $$$$$

Broke

14 Chef Hat Award
Easter

Easter Long Weekend | The Ultimate Margan Experience

Thursday - Easter Monday

For those looking for something a little special over the Easter holidays, our garden tours are such a great way to show the little ones where their food comes from. We offer guided tours Thursday ... more
Margan Restaurant

Margan Restaurant

Modern Australian   $$$$$

Broke

14 Chef Hat Award
Easter

Easter Long Weekend | Margan Wine Tasting

Thursday - Easter Monday

For those wanting a more casual wine tasting experience, we offer light lunch options in our cellar door and courtyard. Local charcuterie, cheese, house baked sourdough and garden preserves. All wh... more
Nel Restaurant

Nel Restaurant

Modern Australian   $$$$$   Open Now

Sydney CBD

16 Chef Hat Award
1 Feb -
25 Apr

An invitation to discover Australia's native flavours

Get booking

We're kicking off 2026 with a menu that celebrates native Australian ingredients — bold, unexpected and deeply rooted in this land. Think pepperberry, bush tomato, lemon aspen, macadamia and seafoo... more
Nel Restaurant

Nel Restaurant

Modern Australian   $$$$$   Open Now

Sydney CBD

16 Chef Hat Award
24 Mar -
4 Apr

Easter Saturday Lunch

Plans sorted for Easter!

Join us for a bespoke Easter Saturday lunch. 4 April. Limited places. more
Nel Restaurant

Nel Restaurant

Modern Australian   $$$$$   Open Now

Sydney CBD

16 Chef Hat Award
9 Apr -
23 May

The Pines X Nelly Robinson: Degustation by NEL

$135 per person

Experience something truly special with Degustation by NEL at The Pines, a limited six-week pop-up led by acclaimed chef Nelly Robinson. This exclusive 10-course journey showcases bold flavours, pl... more
Nel Restaurant

Nel Restaurant

Modern Australian   $$$$$   Open Now

Sydney CBD

16 Chef Hat Award
12 Apr -
24 May

The Pines X Nelly Robinson: Sunday Lunch

$90 per person

Gather your friends and settle in for a memorable Sunday long lunch at The Pines. For a limited six-week pop-up, chef Nelly Robinson brings an English-inspired feast centred around slow-roasted lam... more
Restaurant Santino

Restaurant Santino

Italian   $$$$$

Wollongong

13 Chef Hat Award
12 Feb -
22 May

Modern Italian dining

Authentic Flavours

Join us at Restaurant Santino in Wollongong for modern Italian dining with fresh pastas, refined entrées and standout mains. Start with sourdough, olives or veal tartare, then enjoy dishes like pro... more
Restaurant Santino

Restaurant Santino

Italian   $$$$$

Wollongong

13 Chef Hat Award
12 Feb -
23 May

Private Dining & Milestone Gatherings

Celebrate at Santino

We here offer a stylish Italian bistro experience at Restaurant Santino in central Wollongong. From fresh, daily-made pasta and contemporary Italian dishes to a curated global wine selection, we pr... more
Restaurant Santino

Restaurant Santino

Italian   $$$$$

Wollongong

13 Chef Hat Award
12 Feb -
25 May

Valentine's Day at Restaurant Santiono

14th of February

Celebrate Valentine’s Day with us at Restaurant Santino with a night made for sharing. Enjoy a menu that’s indulgent, familiar, and a little bit special perfect for couples, double dates, or small ... more
Urban Tadka

Urban Tadka

Indian   $$$$$

Terrey Hills

12 Chef Hat Award
5 Mar -
30 Jun

Enjoy a Sweet Moment

Book now!

End your meal at Urban Tadka on a sweet note with a dessert that’s just as memorable as the mains. Their indulgent dessert selection is designed as the perfect finale to your dining experience, ble... more