Mid-North Coast
Daytime cafe fare such as house-cured salmon, inventive risottos and worthy Campos coffee leads into dinner with upmarket, produce-driven cooking and…
Must-see restaurants in Australia
Melbourne Region
Modern cafe favourites, such as baked eggs, corn fritters and smashed avo, feature on the all-day brunch menu at this cafe, which is located on the town's…
Western Australia
Classic counter meals including steaks, burgers, and bangers and mash. It's a popular place to start the night before moving on to Kalgoorlie's other…
Verve Restaurant & Cider House
Brisbane
Snug, subterranean Verve stocks an epic selection of ciders, handy for washing down its repertoire of stock-standard pastas and risottos, salads, steaks…
The East Coast
Bridport's main-street tavern plates up fresh, locally caught seafood, roasts and wood-fired pizzas. There are also 10 basic motel rooms out the back …
Fremantle
Gourmet burgers with the option of dining in at Mrs Browns, the cute small bar next door – it's owned by the same bunch.
Capricorn Coast & the Southern Reef Islands
More general store than 'pure' cafe, Tropical Vibes sells beachwear, hats, sunglasses, sunscreen and souvenirs, alongside coffee, cold beer and excellent…
Gold Coast
This old-style fish-and-chip shop has been here since 1948, and its takeaway queues can get lengthy. There are some simple footpath tables if you want to…
Launceston
The best sushi in Luanceston emerges from the kitchen at this bright corner shop on Charles St. Grab a rice bowl to go, or hit the footpath tables if it's…
Victoria
Located in one of only eight surviving art-deco buildings in Wodonga, this friendly spot, housed in a former city office, is popular for its all-day…
New South Wales
This cafe offers basic but well-executed breakfast and lunch menu options. The local-made cakes and the lovely al fresco area with garden views are…
South Coast NSW
As you wind up the hills heading north to Central Tilba, make time to stop at this authentic French cafe in Tilba Tilba for scrummy crêpes and hot…
Mid-North Coast
Starting with strong, early-morning pre-surf coffees and stacks of corn fritters, the all-day breakfast menu rolls on to generous salads and afternoon…
Canberra
The bar is front and centre at this industrial-looking multipurpose place, which transitions from cafe to bistro to restaurant to bar as the day…
Canberra
Inside the Village Centre, this friendly cafe offers fresh, simple food like fruit salads and sandwiches, as well as tea and coffee and other refreshments.
Port Fairy
If you're lucky to be in town during the fleeting window when it's open, drop by to sample Poco's range of seasonal homemade artisan ice cream and sorbets.
Outback Northern Territory
The small but surprisingly well-stocked general store is more like a small supermarket, with a good selection of groceries and meat. There's also a bakery.
West Coast Australia
The only restaurant in Tom Price to speak of, Red Breeze covers all Asian bases with massaman curry, Indian samosas, satay chicken, tom yum soup and more.
Outback Queensland
Good honest rural meals are on offer here, with an unimaginative but hearty menu filled with burgers, schnitzels, pizzas, steaks and the occasional salad.
New South Wales
This stylish cafe makes seriously good coffee, freshly squeezed juices, healthy breakfasts and light lunches for you to enjoy amidst the urban-chic decor.
Mid-North Coast
The 'Recky' has a bistro with plenty of seafood on the menu. The kitchen closes at 2pm and reopens for dinner at 5.45pm but snacks are served in-between.
Victorian High Country
Forty One is famous for its creamy vanilla slice, but you can also enjoy a range of gourmet surprises and all-day breakfasts in the sunny courtyard here.
West Coast Australia
Excellent fish and chips, bumper burgers, seafood boxes ($20) and salads to takeaway. Pop across the road and dine at one of the outdoor picnic tables.
Millthorpe Chocolates and Station Cafe
New South Wales
You can get a decent lunch here, but it's the sweet stuff that gets the big tick, with handmade chocolates, gelato and cake all very agreeable options.
Geelong
Head to Khan for a cheap and boozy ($2 corkage for BYO) meal of authentic Indian flavours, including South Indian dishes, made with fresh ingredients.
Outback Queensland
The modern cafe and bakery at Kronosaurus Korner is perfect for coffee or locally made pies and sausage rolls.
Southern WA
Off Walpole's main road, Top Deck kicks off with breakfast, and graduates to dinner options, including spinach-and-feta pie and a daily curry special.
Perth
Good-value Japanese standards such as teriyaki, udon and sushi, made fast in a cafeteria-like setting. Great for a quick bite if you're out drinking.
South Coast NSW
Friendly waitstaff and fresh food make the Wharfside a decent enough spot for fish of the day or a cooked breakfast, though service is inconsistent.
Capricorn Coast & the Southern Reef Islands
There's not a lot of competition out here, but Pat's Gems Cafe is nonetheless serviceable for its pizza, pies, sandwiches, coffee and thick shakes.
Newtown & the Inner West
In the heart of bustling Newtown, this gelato place is totally vegan and have some excellent creations. There's a wide range of delicious flavours.
Broome & The Kimberley
Filling breakfasts, homemade pies and quiches, tasty salads and affordable light lunches complement great coffee at this local near the campground.
Victorian High Country
Handily adjacent to the mountain's most popular tobogganing slope (toboggans to rent $15), with standard cafe fare and a limited grocery selection.
The East Coast
This friendly main-street cafe serves decent coffee, wallaby pies and excellent homemade sausage rolls. Some gluten-free stuff too if you need it.
Coffs Harbour
The urban decor, on-to-it service and excellent breakfasts make this town-centre cafe a hot spot for Coffs’ business set and parents with prams.
Gulf Savannah
The building may be a town icon, but the food is unspectacular, although servings are large. It's the usual mix of steaks, salads and barramundi.
Mid-North Coast
One of those favourite road-side bakeries that hangry (hungry to the point of anger) drivers and passengers can't wait to reach. It's pie heaven.
New South Wales
Enjoy wood-fired pizza, pasta and homestyle Italian cooking, with a frequently changing blackboard menu at this cafe by day, restaurant by night.
Tasmania
A roaring wood stove on cold days makes this cafe a popular choice in winter. It serves simple fare including homemade pies, cakes and slices.
Victoria
One of the few eateries in Portsea, this cafe offers croissants, croque monsieurs, omelettes and other simple but tasty Gallic treats.
