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Herve's Restaurant and Bar

Herve's Restaurant and Bar

French   $$$$$

Albion

13 Chef Hat Award
8 Jul -
21 Dec

Signature Tasting Menu

$115pp

Experience our new Signature Tasting Menu—an elegant six-course journey through the flavours of Southern France and the Basque region. Showcasing local produce and customer favourites, it's perfect... more
Herve's Restaurant and Bar

Herve's Restaurant and Bar

French   $$$$$

Albion

13 Chef Hat Award
31 Oct -
31 Dec

'Oysternoons'

A Tradition Returns

Ease into the weekend the French way. On 31 October, join us at the bar for Oysternoons from 4pm - a relaxed afternoon ritual celebrating Champagne, oysters, and the art of slowing down. Sip... more
Herve's Restaurant and Bar

Herve's Restaurant and Bar

French   $$$$$

Albion

13 Chef Hat Award
4-20
Nov

Bent Road x Herve's Wine Dinner

20 November 2025

Join us for an unforgettable dining experience as Bent Road Winery and Hervé’s Restaurant come together for one night only to present a four-course dinner with canapés, paired with exceptional Bent... more
Herve's Restaurant and Bar

Herve's Restaurant and Bar

French   $$$$$

Albion

13 Chef Hat Award
4-21
Nov

Official Launch of Herve's Event Spaces - Bistro Warmth, French Flavour, Event Perfection.

19 November 6pm

Come and see our beautiful new event spaces designed for events of all sizes and styles - a French bistro experience in an events setting (and perhaps enjoy a little bubbly with us!) on Wednesday, ... more
Zinc Port Douglas

Zinc Port Douglas

Modern Australian   $$$$$

Port Douglas

12 Chef Hat Award
9 Sep -
30 Nov

From Bar & Kitchen Beginnings

Join our story—dine here

Back in 2005, both as strangers, we crossed paths at Zinc in Port Douglas—Chris tending bar, Dani honing her craft in the kitchen. Fast-forward 13 years, and here we stand, now the proud owners of ... more
Zinc Port Douglas

Zinc Port Douglas

Modern Australian   $$$$$

Port Douglas

12 Chef Hat Award
9 Sep -
30 Nov

Decadent Finishes at Zinc

End on a sweet high note

At Zinc, dessert is no afterthought—it’s the final chapter of your Port Douglas dining story. Dive into creations like the Chocolate Tribulation with hazelnut mousse and raspberry sorbet, or the Tr... more
Salt House

Salt House

Modern Australian   $$$$$

Cairns

12 Chef Hat Award
29 Jun -
28 Dec

The New Sunday Tradition

Gather Your Friends

Available every Sunday 12 pm-4 pm $69 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... more
Salt House

Salt House

Modern Australian   $$$$$

Cairns

12 Chef Hat Award
17 Sep -
15 Dec

Seafood Deluxe Board For Two

Indulge In Seafood

Dive into the best of the sea with our hot and cold seafood deluxe board, designed for two to share. Indulge in reef fish ceviche, purple whiskey scallops, and chilled Tiger prawns, alongside prawn... more
Salt House

Salt House

Modern Australian   $$$$$

Cairns

12 Chef Hat Award
17 Sep -
15 Dec

Premium Cuts From The Grill

Taste The Best Cuts

Our grill menu showcases dishes crafted with care, like 300g coal roasted lamb cutlets served African style with chermoula and sumac labneh, or a perfectly cooked 350g MB4+ Black Onyx scotch fillet... more
Salt House

Salt House

Modern Australian   $$$$$

Cairns

12 Chef Hat Award
17 Sep -
15 Dec

Vegan Paella With A Twist

Try Vegan Delight

Bringing colour and flavour to the table, our vegan paella is a feast for everyone. Featuring roasted artichoke, green peas, grilled tomato, zucchini, saffron bomba rice, sofrito and aioli, this gl... more
Melaleuca Port Douglas

Melaleuca Port Douglas

Modern Australian   $$$$$

Port Douglas

12 Chef Hat Award
4 Sep -
29 Nov

A Culinary Journey in Tropical Port Douglas

Fresh Local Dining

Award-winning Head Chef Adam Ion and his wife Namhee welcome you to Melaleuca in the heart of tropical Port Douglas. With a passion for fresh, local produce, Adam showcases creative dishes inspired... more
Ippin Japanese Dining

Ippin Japanese Dining

Japanese   $$$$$

West End

12 Chef Hat Award
26 Jul -
30 Nov

Bottomless Long Lunch

Every Friday-Saturday

Savour a delicious banquet paired with a 1.5-2-hour beverage package featuring sparkling, wine and beer, starting at just from $88 pp. Click on more info to book: more
Ippin Japanese Dining

Ippin Japanese Dining

Japanese   $$$$$

West End

12 Chef Hat Award
1 Oct -
30 Nov

AMAIRO MINI SET

45pp 4 courses

Amairo Mini Set | 45pp (Minimum 2 guests) Available Mon–Thu · Sep 22 – Nov 30 A lighter dining journey crafted for curious palates. Four courses, refined and seasonal: ?? Green Tea Soba & Be... more
Juju

Juju

Modern Australian   $$$$$

Mermaid Beach

12 Chef Hat Award
16 Oct -
31 Dec

SUNDOWN SOCIAL

Welcome to your new Sunday ritual. Perched high above the Gold Coast, Sundown Social is where golden hour turns into golden memories. Join us every Sunday on the Rooftop for an evening of smooth so... more
Juju

Juju

Modern Australian   $$$$$

Mermaid Beach

12 Chef Hat Award
16 Oct -
31 Dec

ACOUSTIC THURSDAYS

Book Now!

Ease into the evening with Acoustic Thursdays, our weekly escape featuring live soloists and chilled cocktails, all overlooking the stunning coastline of the Gold Coast. From 6pm, the rooftop sets ... more
BLOWFISH Ocean Grill + Bar

BLOWFISH Ocean Grill + Bar

Modern Australian   $$$$$

Broadbeach

13 Chef Hat Award
5 Sep -
31 Dec

Sunday Roast for Two

Just $90

Sunday Roast for Two at BLOWFISH Ocean Grill + Bar – just $90. Enjoy a slow-cooked oyster-cut Lamb Shoulder from Warilba, served on the bone for rich flavour and tenderness. Paired with Wagyu fat p... more
BLOWFISH Ocean Grill + Bar

BLOWFISH Ocean Grill + Bar

Modern Australian   $$$$$

Broadbeach

13 Chef Hat Award
11 Sep -
1 Dec

Host Your Special Events Here

Celebrate at Blowfish!

Celebrate in style at Blowfish Ocean Grill + Bar, the Gold Coast’s premier destination for unforgettable events. From birthdays and anniversaries to Christmas parties and corporate functions, our t... more
Bridgewater Restaurant + Botaniq Bar

Bridgewater Restaurant + Botaniq Bar

Modern Australian   $$$$$

Townsville

12 Chef Hat Award
2 Feb 21 -
31 Dec 26

Express Lunch Special

Friday & Saturday

Join us for our express lunch special on Friday and Saturday and enjoy one course for $38 pp, two for $48 pp or three for $58 pp; includes a glass of wine, beer, drink special or Antipodes Mineral ... more
Bridgewater Restaurant + Botaniq Bar

Bridgewater Restaurant + Botaniq Bar

Modern Australian   $$$$$

Townsville

12 Chef Hat Award
22 May 25 -
31 Dec 26

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... more
Bridgewater Restaurant + Botaniq Bar

Bridgewater Restaurant + Botaniq Bar

Modern Australian   $$$$$

Townsville

12 Chef Hat Award
New
Years
Eve

New Year's Eve

Celebration Dinner

Wednesday, December 31, Bridgewater is your New Year's dining destination for a spectacular 4-course dinner Add our Sommelier selection of matched Champagne and wine for a supper to seduce the sen... more