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The Tamarind Restaurant

The Tamarind Restaurant

Asian   $$$$$

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   $$$$$

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
Deer Duck Bistro

Deer Duck Bistro

Modern Australian   $$$$$

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   $$$$$

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
Herve's Restaurant and Bar

Herve's Restaurant and Bar

French   $$$$$

Albion

12 Chef Hat Award
18 Jun -
11 Jul

France v Australia - 11 July 2026

Pre-Game Dining @ Hervé’s

The Wallabies take on Six Nations powerhouse France at Suncorp Stadium on Saturday, 11 July, and there's no better way to start your match day. Join us for pre-match dining from 12pm, featuring ... more
Herve's Restaurant and Bar

Herve's Restaurant and Bar

French   $$$$$

Albion

12 Chef Hat Award
18 Jun -
14 Jul

Bastille Day - 14 July 2026

Open Lunch & Dinner

Immerse yourself in the spirit of France with a specially curated dining experience, beginning with a selection of exquisite French-inspired canapés and a glass of Perrier-Jouët Champagne on arriva... more
Herve's Restaurant and Bar

Herve's Restaurant and Bar

French   $$$$$

Albion

12 Chef Hat Award
18 Jun -
25 Jul

Tour de France - from 4 July 2026

Hervé’s Culinary Journey

This July, follow the excitement of the world's greatest cycling race with a culinary adventure of your own. As the Tour de France winds its way through some of France’s most celebrated regions, He... more
Winnifred’s

Winnifred’s

French   $$$$$

Fortitude Valley

12 Chef Hat Award
22 Jun -
14 Jul

Bastille Day celebration dinner

Tuesday 14th July

Celebrate Bastille Day in style at Winnifred's with Champagne Doyard Revolution on arrival followed by an elegant five course degustation $220pp, paired with matching wines an additional $99. more
Winnifred’s

Winnifred’s

French   $$$$$

Fortitude Valley

12 Chef Hat Award
22 Jun -
16 Jul

The Champagne Jérôme Blin Masterclass with Harry Isles

Thurs 16 July 5:30 - 7pm

Join us for an exclusive Champagne masterclass with Harry Isles from Vin & Vine. Harry will guide you through a curated lineup of exceptional cuvées by visionary grower Jérôme Blin. With family ... more
Winnifred’s

Winnifred’s

French   $$$$$

Fortitude Valley

12 Chef Hat Award
1 Jul -
1 Aug

The Winnifred's x Tasmania's Finest Sparkling Dinner

Saturday 1st August

Canapes on arrival, followed by an exclusive four-course degustation, expertly matched to a selection of Australia's finest sparkling wines curated by Ed Carr or ARRAS, Andrew Pirie of APOGEE & Nat... more
Winnifred’s

Winnifred’s

French   $$$$$

Fortitude Valley

12 Chef Hat Award
1 Jul -
2 Aug

Le Festival de Winnifred. Winnifred's first anniversary French food and Champagne festival

Sunday 2nd August

Join us in celebrating our first anniversary at the inaugural Winnifred's French Festival of fine food & Champagne, with over 550 Champagne cuvées, Caviar by Lady Truffle; Cheese by La Fromage Yard... more
Winnifred’s

Winnifred’s

French   $$$$$

Fortitude Valley

12 Chef Hat Award
25
Jul

The Champagne Master's Masterclass with Ned Goodwin MW

Sat 25 July 2:30-5pm

Join us for The Champagne Master’s Masterclass, hosted by Ned Goodwin on Saturday 25 July at 2:30pm. A leading wine expert and Master of Wine, Ned will share his extensive knowledge as he takes you... more
Winnifred’s

Winnifred’s

French   $$$$$

Fortitude Valley

12 Chef Hat Award
26
Aug

The Champagne Rosé Masterclass with Nesh Simic

Wed 26 Aug 5:30-7pm

The Champagne Rosé Masterclass with Nesh Simic Seven extraordinary Champagnes Charcuterie & Fromage Join us for this exclusive Masterclass hosted by Nesh Simic, one of Australia’s leading imp... more
Citrique

Citrique

Modern Australian   $$$$$   Open Now

Surfers Paradise

14 Chef Hat Award
1 Jan -
31 Dec

Citrique Loves Locals Loyalty Program

T&C's Apply

Locals enjoy exclusive rewards with our Citrique Loves Locals Loyalty Program. more
Citrique

Citrique

Modern Australian   $$$$$   Open Now

Surfers Paradise

14 Chef Hat Award
1 Mar -
31 Jul

$39 Local Buffet Breakfast Offer

Available Daily

Local Gold Coast diners enjoy a full buffet breakfast and espresso coffee for $39*. Indulge in omelette and egg station, Asian and western hot breakfast favourites, fresh fruit, continental cold me... more
Citrique

Citrique

Modern Australian   $$$$$   Open Now

Surfers Paradise

14 Chef Hat Award
11 May -
31 Aug

Teddy Bear High Tea Buffet

Build-A-Bear High Tea

Enjoy a playful high tea buffet experience in collaboration with Build-A-Bear, complete with your own teddy bear companion. Available on select dates this winter through late August, this family-fr... more
Citrique

Citrique

Modern Australian   $$$$$   Open Now

Surfers Paradise

14 Chef Hat Award
23 Jun -
26 Aug

Private Dining Under the Stars

Limited Time Only

This winter, discover something truly special with Private Dining Under the Stars, an intimate, premium dining experience set beside our iconic saltwater lagoon. more
Citrique

Citrique

Modern Australian   $$$$$   Open Now

Surfers Paradise

14 Chef Hat Award
7 Jul -
29 Aug

Igloo Sunset Sessions

Winter Only

Private domes. Sunset views. Cocktails. Chandon. Winter vibes. From $150 per person | Friday - Sunday more
Moo Moo The Wine Bar + Grill Brisbane

Moo Moo The Wine Bar + Grill Brisbane

Modern Australian   $$$$$

Brisbane CBD

12 Chef Hat Award
11 Sep 25 -
31 Jul 26

Private Dining at Moo Moo

Book your festive feast!

Celebrate the festive season in style with a Christmas party at Moo Moo The Wine Bar + Grill Brisbane. Set within the historic Port Office Building, our award-winning restaurant offers elegant priv... more
Moo Moo The Wine Bar + Grill Brisbane

Moo Moo The Wine Bar + Grill Brisbane

Modern Australian   $$$$$

Brisbane CBD

12 Chef Hat Award
23 Mar -
31 Jul

Where Steak Meets Sommeliers

Steak & Wine, Redefined

At Moo Moo Brisbane, we’re passionate about bringing you the ultimate steak and wine experience. From our premium dry-aged beef and fresh seafood to an award-winning wine list, every dish and glass... more