Must-see restaurants in Australia

  • Dinner by Heston

    Melbourne

    Heston Blumenthal needs no introduction, and while he's not in the kitchen here, his head chef and team serve creative takes on historical recipes, with…

  • Milk Bar

    Byron Bay & Northern NSW

    A later than usual opening means this lovely cafe, with its rustic communal dining table and footpath seats, is all about the big brunch or late lunch, or…

  • Beau's

    Sunshine Coast

    White and aqua tiles keep things fresh at Beau's, one of the best cafes on the Sunny Coast. Almost everything here is made from scratch, with a short,…

  • Tramsheds Harold Park

    Newtown & the Inner West

    This foodie hang-out is a refurbished centenarian brick tram depot at the northern end of Glebe. It's a handsome redevelopment with a supermarket,…

  • Byblós

    Brisbane

    A slice of contemporary Beirut by the Brisbane River, Byblós specialises in Lebanese and Mediterranean edibles. While service can be a little hit-and-miss…

  • Felix for Goodness

    Brisbane

    Spruced-up Felix channels Melbourne with its laneway locale, industrial fit-out and effortlessly cool vibe. Produce-driven, all-day-brunch dishes might…

  • The Mill

    Victoria

    A former flour mill (built in 1881) has been transformed into a gathering space for locals. Rustic style and industrial chic combine for a buzzing bar and…

  • Bomba

    Melbourne

    Two venues in one, downstairs at Bomba is reminiscent of a buzzing Spanish bodega serving tasty tapas and raciones for the hungry, while upstairs,…

  • Timbre Kitchen

    Tasmania

    Timbre's kitchen is the ultimate in seasonal menu design – the menu changes at least weekly, and is dependent on what produce local growers have delivered…

  • Mokoan Hub & Cafe

    Victoria

    A good place to view the Winton Wetlands' ever-evolving landscape is from the deck of this cafe that's been judged one of Australia's best examples of…

  • Kings Beach Bar

    Sunshine Coast

    This chilled, Kings Beach–front cafe serves tasty cafe fare and good coffee. Morning options might include poached peaches with berry labneh, gluten-free…

  • Trentham Estate Winery

    Victoria

    A versatile vineyard dining option right on the Murray, scenic Trentham Estate is often the answer when you ask locals where to dine. Most informal are…

  • Foxeys Hangout

    Victoria

    Known for its single-vineyard pinot noir, Foxeys has a casual cellar door overlooking a picturesque slope of vines. Start your visit with a tasting (three…

  • Imperial Hotel

    Sunshine Coast

    An atmospheric, colonial-style pub with kooky bohemian touches, the Imperial is much-loved for its beer garden and live music acts. The tasty menu covers…

  • Touchwood

    Melbourne

    There's plenty of space both indoors and in the courtyard of this light, airy cafe housed in a former recycled-furniture shop (hence the name). The coffee…

  • Milkwood Bakery

    South Coast NSW

    Milkwood showcases baked goods from the owners' sourdough bakery, which basks in a glowing local reputation. Every imaginable loaf and confection is here,…

  • Quarters

    South Coast NSW

    A stripped-back bistro in a century-old cottage, the Quarters flirts with Spanish and Italian flavours. Seafood features heavily, like crispy squid,…

  • Double Shot

    Brisbane

    With its button-cute porch and manicured hedge, laid-back Double Shot is a hit with the locals. Join the New Farm crew for good coffee, homemade coconut…

  • Merimbula RSL Club

    South Coast NSW

    You might not expect Merimbula's best Thai food to be sizzled up in the Returned Services League Club, but its kitchen turns out generous and well-spiced…

  • Icecream Social

    Victoria

    Moving into a new shop along the main drag in late 2018, this artisanal ice creamery offers seasonal 'one-off' flavours, including gin garden, lemon, lime…

  • Lefkas Taverna

    Brisbane

    Sage Brisbanites snub Brisbane's hipper, pricier Greek hotspots for this suburban stalwart. Light-filled and refreshingly unpretentious, its classic…

  • Mr Miyagi

    Melbourne

    Ridiculously popular Mr Miyagi (named after the fellow from The Karate Kid) has done everything right for its audience: an angsty, self-depreciating neon,…

  • Jochheims Pies

    The Whitsundays

    Jochheims has been keeping Bowen bellies full of homemade pies and other baked treats since 1963. Pies, including innovative varieties such as prawn in…

  • South on Albany

    South Coast NSW

    Just off the main drag, this small, exclusive-feeling restaurant has a sound philosophy of seasonal, locally sourced ingredients highlighted in a short,…

  • Curve

    Darwin

    Spacious inside and with comfy seating out the front to catch the breeze, this all-rounder is good for a bite any time of the day. Lunch is best enjoyed…

  • Cycles @ The Empire

    Tasmania

    Housed in a former bicycle factory attached to the heritage-listed Empire Hotel, Cycles presents a cafe-style vibe within a pub. There are treats such as…

  • Two Folk Espresso

    Hobart

    You can fit more than two folk in here (well, one or two more – it's little). But size means nothing when the coffee, interior design and morsels are this…

  • Apollonian Hotel

    Sunshine Coast

    Framed by palms, jacarandas and quandong trees, this atmospheric pub – complete with shady verandahs and a beautifully preserved interior – dates back to…

  • Ettie's

    Hobart

    Ettie's shows three faces to the city: a bistro, wine bar and bottle shop (move through all three in sequence). Meals are in the share-plate mode,…

  • Bahn Mi Now

    Brisbane

    Vietnamese-born Ashleigh Ng heads this hole-in-the-wall takeaway, pumping out affordable, mouth-watering Vietnamese-style sandwiches under a neon-pink…

  • Treehouse Tapas & Wine

    West Coast Australia

    A relaxed owner-run tapas restaurant serving up excellent small dishes, a decent wine list and good nonalcoholic drink choices including local sparkling…

  • Village Café & Wine Bar

    Victoria

    Housed in an old weatherboard cottage, this place offers cafe standards at breakfast and lunch; at dinner on Fridays and Saturdays things get a bit more…

  • Sprout

    South Coast NSW

    Sprout is a health-conscious street cafe which taps right into the local community spirit. Coffee, sandwiches and 'nourish bowls' are the main attractions…

  • Fumo

    Blue Mountains

    The Fumo site has seen a few restaurants in recent years, but this has ingredients for longevity, with a convivial, high-volume interior and a short,…

  • 100 Mile Table

    Byron Bay

    One of Byron Bay’s most feted cafes, in the Arts & Industry Estate, 100 Mile Table's locavore ethos, produce-led menu and relaxed industrial styling are a…

  • Kitchen in South

    Victoria

    On the road leading to the beaches in Walkerville or Venus Bay, this modern cafe focuses on food and drink from the South Gippsland region. Its all-day…

  • Boo's Place Lakeside

    Victoria

    Opened in 2018 as an offshoot of Boo's Place in Swan Hill, this cafe adjoined to Lake Boga's Flying Boat Museum has outdoor seating with lake views. Boo's…

  • Farmers Place

    Great Ocean Road

    On a pastoral stretch of the Great Ocean Road is this rustic farm cafe constructed from shipping containers and reclaimed timber. Much of the menu is…

  • Tell Henry

    Adelaide

    Occasionally a new bar or cafe opens in Adelaide and it seems like the whole city knows about it, is talking about it and just can't get enough of it…

  • Georgie Bass

    Victoria

    A prototypical contemporary Australian cafe with good locally roasted coffee (in this case from Commonfolk in Mornington), Georgie Bass serves delicious…

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