Victoria
This cafe-gallery in the 1856 general store has fast attracted a following – people travel far for its gourmet food, using fresh local produce only, and…
Must-see restaurants in Australia
Limestone Coast
Ask a local where they go for coffee: chances are they'll say, 'the Metro, you fool!' In the thick of things on the main drag, it's an energetic cafe with…
Brisbane
Decked out with a vine-laced front deck and open kitchen, chilled, warehouse-turned-cafe Sourced serves beautiful, seasonal cafe fare made with high…
Darling Harbour & Pyrmont
This wharf spot sits alongside bobbing boats, though views aren't quite knock-me-down. Hidden just steps from the Star Casino, it offers strikingly…
Noosa
Away from the hustle, this relaxed, casual restaurant serves up seriously good tacos (mushroom, prawn, pulled beef, achiote chicken and more), plus…
West Coast Australia
This arty waterfront cafe with broad shared tables morphs into an effervescent evening option on weekends. The pulled-pork breakfast burger will kick…
Melbourne
The ironbark charcoal grill at George Calombaris’ northern outpost works overtime as long-time staff serve and chat with ease. The slow-roasted lamb…
Midlands & Central Highlands
Enterprising Jackson’s (an emporium since the 1850s) offers up locally sourced cafe fare (quiches, burgers, chilli con carne, soups), plus desserts, wine…
Cairns
Cairns has plenty of good Indian restaurants, but none is quite as innovative as this unassuming place, where fusion food and curries have been turned…
Victorian High Country
This French-style cellar door specialises in shiraz, marsanne and durif wines crafted from historic well-established vines, and the relaxed bistro is also…
Coffs Harbour
Upmarket Italian fare is prepared in an open kitchen using produce from the best local suppliers and herbs from the restaurant's own garden. Expect…
Bellarine Peninsula
The oldest and most renowned winery on the Bellarine is this world-class outfit that produces some wonderful cool-climate reds and whites, as well as a…
Great Ocean Road
From the same family that ran Kosta – a much-loved Lorne restaurant – comes this smart taverna that occupies the same location where it all started in…
Hobart & Around
This classy love child of the Agrarian Kitchen sits inside a cavernous former ward of the Willow Court psychiatric hospital. The main wall is lined with…
Brisbane & Around
Massive 150-year-old wine barrels (filled with port and muscat) flank the dining room at the Granite Belt's top dining destination. Located at Ballandean…
Victoria
In the township of Tinamba, 10km west of Maffra, this classy restaurant is well known for its delectable menu using regional, seasonal produce. Its dining…
Canberra
Elegant, seasonal dishes are the highlight at this classy fine-dining restaurant in suburban Ainslie. The menu changes daily but features local produce…
Sunshine Coast
Slick, contemporary Spice Bar dishes up superb Asian-fusion fare. The menu is a share-plates affair, with highlights including Hervey Bay scallops, and an…
Kakadu National Park
Run by Michael and Amm, charming little Border Store is full of surprises, including real coffee, sweet cakes and delicious Thai-cooked Thai food – a real…
South Coast NSW
Unusual flavour combos like pineapple, ricotta and barbecue sauce, or Gorgonzola, ham and pickled pear, give pizzas at Bussola an edge. Moreish sweet…
Noosa
Intimate, gracious Sumi offers a set-course menu from chef Giles Hohnen, who owns the place with partner Tomoko. From delicate dashi soup with prawn…
South Coast NSW
Big views of the river are amplified by beautifully presented seafood at understated, elegant Wharf Rd. Rich but creamy rock oysters and sashimi,…
Melbourne
This contemporary Southeast Asian laneway restaurant sits in a former car park. It's slick, with metal scaffolding, raw brick, a long communal table and…
Darwin
In historic Lyons Cottage, this fine little cafe has some really tasty dishes inspired by Aboriginal bush tucker from the desert. In addition to more…
Mid-North Coast
The Anchorage resort's Galley Kitchen morphs into a resolutely fine-dining restaurant in the evening, but the simple waterfront space still vibes holiday…
Canberra
Wood-fired pizza, rosé on tap and house-made gelato are just some of the charms of this cool, millennial-pink bistro, set in the ground floor of East…
Lord Howe Island
Open all day, this is the island's go-to spot for a morning coffee or post-walk pick-me-up. It's also an excellent place to eat. Friendly management and…
Melbourne
The newest branch of Melbourne's favourite pasticceria chain occupies sleek, central digs right near Flinders St Station. Try not to drool as you walk…
Gold Coast
These simple, elegant dishes show you what Modern Australian cooking is all about. The menu ranges from soft-shell crab with green mango, peanuts and…
Hobart
Make sure you stop by this enduring Hobart favourite, even if it’s just to gawk at the display cabinet full of delectable pies, tarts, baguettes and…
Brisbane
After working in Michelin-starred restaurants in Paris, Brisbane-born chef Andrew Gunn now steers Urbane. Widely considered Brisbane's top restaurant, its…
Northern Beaches
Housed within a heritage-listed beach house overlooking the ocean, this brilliant Sardinian restaurant serves specialities such as oven-roasted suckling…
Melbourne Region
The Bluebeanies take their coffee seriously, offering a weekly rotating single-origin coffee alongside a crowd-pleasing menu of breakfast dishes, light…
Hamilton Island
With a great peninsular location overlooking the masts of Hamilton Yacht Club, Bommie is Hamilton's swankiest, most atmospheric restaurant, with excellent…
Great Ocean Road
In the old post office is this seafront cottage cafe with wooden floorboards, art on the walls, an open fireplace and a vintage record player spinning…
Victoria
Its name references the sun-kissed Tuscan island, and Bistro Elba's menu reflects this Mediterranean inspiration. Stylishly casual, it's one of Sorrento's…
Tasmania
Towns on Tasmania's northwest coast are known for their cafe culture, and there are plenty of stylish examples where you can enjoy great food and a well…
Kings Cross & Potts Point
This sunflower-yellow former artists’ residence is now a top-notch contemporary vegetarian restaurant. Dishes are prepared with real panache; the tasting…
Byron Bay & Northern NSW
Yami, appropriately pronounced 'yummy', dishes up some of the crispiest felafel and most flavoursome Middle Eastern vegetarian food you'd never expect to…
Broome & The Kimberley
Nourishing, healthy, paleo food is the mantra behind Jalangurru Mayi ('good mood'), which eschews refined ingredients and sugars, a smart move in a town…
