Fortitude Valley
Book an early feed to avoid a wait at what is one of Brisbane's hottest dining spots. Here, Thai-inspired recipes, top-tier produce and contemporary…
Must-see restaurants in Australia
Sydney
Set back from a showroom on its own sunny square – or should that be piazza? – this seductive spot focuses on traditional recipes from Rome and its region…
Fremantle
Relying almost exclusively on a wood-fired oven, the kitchen at Manuka is tiny, but it's still big enough to turn out some of the tastiest food in town…
Victoria
One of central Victoria's best restaurants, this fine place has a menu that changes with the seasons and dish descriptions that read like a culinary short…
Southern NSW & The Murray
Right beside the Murray, the River Deck is a fine place for a leisurely brunch or lunch. Vegetarian options include jackfruit breakfast tacos, and…
Surry Hills & Darlinghurst
This upbeat and deservedly acclaimed Argentine restaurant is a great place to eat. The 'animal of the day' is slow-roasted for eight hours before the…
Victoria
Dating back to the 1920s, this place is the heart of the district, frequented by locals and visitors alike. Its La Marzocco espresso machine is used to…
Hunter Valley
Set in Carillion's Tallavera Grove winery, this French restaurant run by the Hunter Valley's most storied chef (Robert Molines) has a carefully crafted,…
Perth
Filling a glass pavilion atop the restored State Buildings, Wildflower offers fine-dining menus inspired by the six seasons of the Indigenous Noongar…
Brisbane
Italian purists rightfully adore this moody, sophisticated bistro and wine shop, where pasta is not served with a spoon and a Roman-centric menu delivers…
Capricorn Coast & the Southern Reef Islands
This open-sided, teak-doored pavilion, set in restful tropical gardens overlooking a pond, is where belly-led travellers invariably find themselves,…
Gold Coast
Transport yourself to Tokyo at this mysterious and moody yet fun and vibrant space reminiscent of a Japanese izakaya. Prop up the bar or nab a seat under…
New South Wales
Classy Tonic is highly lauded for its sophisticated contemporary food that celebrates the region. Perhaps you'll start with Mandagery Creek venison,…
Byron Bay & Northern NSW
Upstairs (Uptown, if you will) is one of northern NSW's perennially excellent restaurants, serving a seven-course degustation menu carefully and…
Bellarine Peninsula
Directly overlooking the confluence of river and ocean, this glassed-in weatherboard cafe-bar sits on a jetty over the water. Breakfast runs the full…
Kakadu National Park
Easily Jabiru's best place for a meal, this outpost of Thailand in Kakadu has lovely outdoor tables (that can lack shade at lunchtime) and expertly…
Brisbane
Sydney’s cult-status, produce-driven eatery has checked into Brisbane’s W hotel, complete with river views. Here, morning coconut chia pudding might come…
Victoria
This fabulous spot has the town's best coffee. Cuisine follows a paddock-to-plate ethos, and there are local veggies and oranges for sale. For breakfast…
Northern Beaches
Perched above Whale Beach, luxurious Jonah's has fabulous perspectives over the ocean. The food is easy on the eye too, with immaculate presentation and…
Hervey Bay
Great ingredients and expert charcoal-grilling are the winning formula employed by this simple shopfront restaurant on the Esplanade in Scarness. Three…
City Centre & Haymarket
Tucked away upstairs in Chifley Plaza, this is one of Sydney's finest Japanese restaurants. Sushi and sashimi are of stellar quality and too pretty to eat…
Tasmania
Head upstairs at the surf lifesaving club at Bluff Beach for fine food with an equally fine beach view. The ambitious menu cherry-picks highlights from…
Tasmania
This hipsterish cafe is housed in a handsome decommissioned chapel and the quality of the food certainly matches the surrounds. The best cafe in Burnie …
Victorian High Country
A welcome sight after the hair-raising drive down from Mt Hotham, this 100-year-old pub successfully combines historical character with a cool, modern fit…
Mid-North Coast
In an airy but intimate dining room, right on the water, you can order fabulous seafood dishes such as Hervey Bay scallops, Port Stephens oysters and…
The Southeast
Head to the side courtyard of this tucked-away treasure, on a street corner in Ranelagh a few kilometres out of Huonville, for a wide-ranging selection of…
Mansfield Regional Produce Store
Victorian High Country
Wildly popular with Mansfield folk for breakfast and brunch is this rustic store-cafe with mismatched furniture and an array of local produce and wine…
Melbourne Region
There aren't many bakeries in Victoria milling their own organic flour, but this stylish and always busy cafe at Loam Nursery on Sassafras' main strip…
South Coast NSW
The former grain silos that give the winery its name overlook this loveable restaurant, which has an inviting verandah space and dining room with dreamy…
Brisbane
In a crisp, sparse space punctuated by black-spun aluminium lamps and a smashing wine list, clean, contemporary dishes burst with Australian confidence…
Victoria
With a riverside location, Rinaldo's serves up Northern Italian flavours including seasonal specials making the most of local produce. Try lighter meals…
Victorian High Country
This roaster set-up within a cavernous, modern space is the place for coffee lovers. It also does contemporary fare such as Bircher muesli, chilli…
Victoria
In a warehouse-style space clad in warm brick tones, Woodhouse has some of the finest steaks you'll find in regional Victoria – all cooked on a red-gum…
Sunshine Coast
From the tarts and eclairs to the dacquoises (made with almond and hazelnut meringue), the calorific concoctions from French-born owner and pâtissier Jean…
Rottnest Island
It's difficult to imagine a more inviting place for a sunset pint of Little Creatures than the front terrace at this chic waterfront pub. A big open-sided…
Victoria
This renowned cafe in a renovated timber building serves simple food with flair. It prides itself on using organic, low-impact suppliers and products –…
Cairns
The ultimate in DIY seafood scoffing without actually having to do it yourself, Tha Fish lets diners choose between five types of fish (no cheapo shark…
Yarra Valley
Head here to taste Oakridge's acclaimed chardonnay in one of the most stunning cellar door set-ups in the valley (and that's really saying something)…
Whitsunday Coast
The dark, cavern-like interior with dark-wood banquettes is a boon for those who've come here to romance their sweetie over share plates of scallops with…
Victorian High Country
Break up your travels with lunch at this fine-dining restaurant at the picturesque Brown Brothers winery. Regarded as one of the region's very best,…
