Canberra
With fabulous views of Canberra and surrounds from the windows, this little restaurant in a roped-off corner of the Arboretum's Village Centre is a…
Canberra
With fabulous views of Canberra and surrounds from the windows, this little restaurant in a roped-off corner of the Arboretum's Village Centre is a…
Surry Hills & Darlinghurst
This atmospheric eatery is run by television presenters Luke Nguyen (Luke Nguyen's Vietnam and others), Mark Jensen (Ready Steady Cook) and sister/wife…
Melbourne
If you want to 'do Vietnamese' on Victoria St but are overwhelmed by the options, this family-run restaurant is consistently great. The menu is huge and…
Byron Bay & Northern NSW
This plant-based cafe forms the heart of the arts precinct. It's a lovely place of polished concrete and wood that serves Sydney's Single O coffee, the…
Gold Coast
Five kitchens here serve one rambling indoor-outdoor communal dining space, strung with fairy lights, flush with pot plants and packed with happy eaters…
Canberra
A friendly, relaxed atmosphere pervades at this modern cafe in Campbell. The all-day menu, which means you can pick the best of breakfast or lunch anytime…
Tasmania
King Island on a plate – most of the produce used by the chefs at this eatery overlooking Grassy Harbour is local, seasonal and fresh. The result is a…
Southern NSW & The Murray
One of NSW's most fabulous old-school Greek diners, the Paragon has barely changed since it opened in 1948. With an extensive á la carte menu of Greek and…
Great Ocean Road
This old weatherboard house on The Esplanade harks back to a time when Torquay was simple – which isn't to say its meals aren't modern. Fill up on smoked…
The Southeast
This mighty-fine hippie cafe has rustic decor that belies real culinary savvy: expect terrific eggy breakfasts, curries and soups, with a rigorous focus…
Perth
Southeast Asian–style street food, Thai beers and a light-strung frangipani tree make Kitsch a great spot for a few laid-back hours of tasty grazing…
Canberra
In the genteel environs of the Gorman House Arts Centre, Sage offers well-regarded degustation-style dining; the five-course chef's tasting menu is worth…
Sydney
Colourful comfort foods from pizzas and cheeseburgers to 'fysh' tacos and watermelon 'sashymi' are served sans animal products at this leafy courtyard…
Melbourne
A local favourite since 2006: take a seat at the bar and let charming waitstaff lead you through a menu of modern Portuguese and Spanish dishes and a…
Perth
Interesting and authentic spins on Mexican street food, all served as small plates that are perfect for sharing. Menu standouts include duck carnitas…
Adelaide
This stylin’ city cafe takes its name from Abbot Kinney, the guy who gave LA’s Venice Beach its moniker. We’re not sure how this pertains to downtown…
Hobart
From the outside, Me Wah looks just like any suburban shopping-mall joint. But inside it's an elegant confection of chinoiserie, almost bordering on over…
Tasmania
On sunny days, the River Cafe's windows fold back and the water feels almost in reach. The cafe tempts with all-day breakfasts ($10 to $22) and a…
Sydney
Taking the meat out of a pie would be considered un-Australian in some quarters, but this tiny place does a great job of it. Really tasty vegan…
Surry Hills & Darlinghurst
With a beautiful wood-lined look, Toko dishes up superb modern Japanese otsumami (tapas) such as soft-shell crab, sweet eggplant miso and meaty options…
Canberra
Part art gallery, part cafe, the Front has a minimalist, aesthetic vibe. The brunch menu is short and sweet, with unique options like a radish, mint and…
West Coast Australia
The nicest aspect of this large branch of a WA cafe chain is the glorious old building it's housed in – an old nurses' quarters with a modern annexe. Pull…
Yulara
For great value, a warm atmosphere and tasty food, head to this buzzing licensed cafe. The wood-fired pizzas and kangaroo burgers go well with a carafe of…
Melbourne
Upbeat and casual, Paco y Lola cooks up zingy Mexican flavours, from juicy burritos, quesadillas and tacos to more substantial options. Try their take on…
Tasmania
This roadhouse is a bit of an icon around these parts, with a big reputation for its house-made pies, cakes and gelato. The peppery 'Tassie Devil' pie isn…
Hobart
There's a photo on the wall here of the Indian cricket team's visit in 2004 – a while ago, we know, but if it's good enough for Anil Kumble, it's good…
Surry Hills & Darlinghurst
For years we’ve thumbed our way through diminutive Don Don’s photo menu, discovering consistently delicious dishes. Expect everything from katsudon (rice…
Canberra
Bustling Penny University is packed all weekend long with Kingston locals who know exactly where to come for hearty meals and a linger-longer atmosphere…
West Coast Australia
Stencil art and a lifesize wire mesh shark adorns this cool little taste of the city, an atmospheric bar particularly renowned for its wood-fired pizzas …
Australian Capital Territory
Polished concrete, Edison bulbs and a modern menu make this country cafe feel like an urban transplant. Breakfast options include all the avocado, poached…
Sydney
Its motto – 'let the bread speak' – says it all. Fabulous sandwiches on slabs of home-baked organic bread (including spelt) are the signature dish at this…
Victoria
The beer garden here takes up as much real estate as the entire Criterion Hotel of which it's a part. Shady umbrellas and good views of the lake combine…
Cairns
The white walls and blue-accented windows do a great job evoking Santorini, but it's the classic Greek dishes that are the star of the show here. The…
Sydney
For an all-day Bondi option with vistas, you can't go past the trusty 'Trat', as it's known in these parts. Tables spill out onto Campbell Pde for those…
Southern NSW & The Murray
Shared tables and wall art create a cool vibe, and much of the produce is home grown on their own farm in nearby Mates Gully. There's also occasional live…
Victoria
This rustic provedore specialises in seasonal South Gippsland produce, and is all about everything local, low waste and organic. As well as cheeses, milk,…
Tasmania
Enjoying a gourmet lunch and glass of wine on the deck or lawn of Tuckshop at Barringwood, the cafe at Barringwood Estate, is a wonderful way to while…
West Coast Australia
Combining a simple pavilion and a spacious deck, White Elephant's location just metres from the cobalt waters of Gnarabup beach offers some of the best…
Airlie Beach
Everything about this family-run cafe says 'wholesome': the menu, full of vegetarian and vegan dishes (vegan muffin with avocado and chutney, homemade…
Victoria
The lane running beside the George Hotel buzzes with all-day diners. At the front is a bright cafe with breakfast, light meals and a bar; at the back is a…
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