Must-see restaurants in Australia

  • Greasy Monkey

    Canberra

    Don't be put off by the name – the burgers here are fresh, juicy and delicious. Vegetarians will appreciate the portobello mushroom burger, while the…

  • Doot Doot Doot

    Victoria

    The golden aura of a 10,000-globe chandelier casts a flattering light over diners at the flagship restaurant in the Jackalope complex. Chef Guy Stanaway…

  • Mangata Bistro & Bar

    Yulara

    The lobby bar in the Desert Gardens Hotel has a cafe-bistro feel to it, with small and big plates to share, as well as burgers and barista coffee. The…

  • Ecru

    Hobart

    If you're spending any time at all in central Hobart, you might accrue a few visits to Ecru, a hole-in-the-wall coffee joint with an enthusiastic, chatty…

  • Bunja Thai

    Victoria

    Occupying an old bank (c 1887), this Thai restaurant has a stunning, regal interior. The delicious food includes authentic curries and noodle dishes, and…

  • Paramount Coffee Project

    Surry Hills & Darlinghurst

    Polished concrete floors and modern styling make this foyer cafe in the former headquarters of the Paramount film company an appealing space. Light and…

  • Ironwood Estate Wines

    Southern WA

    Bailey, the friendly labradoodle, usually welcomes visitors who come to enjoy the stunning Porongurup views at Ironwood's tasting room, where you can…

  • High Falls

    The Daintree

    On a tropical fruit farm 14km northwest of Mossman, riverside High Falls is a happening place on Friday nights (in season) or for lunch on weekends. Fresh…

  • Mary's

    Newtown & the Inner West

    Not put off by the grungy aesthetics, the ear-splitting heavy metal or the fact that the graffiti-daubed building was previously a sexual health clinic…

  • Breizh

    Canberra

    A traditional French crêperie might seem out of place in suburban Canberra, but this place is the real deal. Stop by for a crepe (sweet) or galette …

  • Bakehouse

    New South Wales

    The freshly baked bread aroma brings in the crowds — then the extensive menu (which spans everything from cakes and pies to wraps and egg-based dishes)…

  • Birkenhead Tavern

    Adelaide

    Cast an eye across the Port River from Port Adelaide and you'll spy this solitary pub, standing on the far shore in bizarre isolation. It's the old (but…

  • Kenzan

    Melbourne

    Kenzan has an unpromising setting on the edge of a shopping mall but is known for serving some of Melbourne's most sublime sashimi and sushi (since 1981)…

  • Asian Gourmet

    Adelaide

    For the best laksa in town (in the state?), Asian Gourmet is the place to be. It's a no-frills, glass-box shopfront inside Adelaide's rambunctious Central…

  • Little Bird

    Victoria

    This retro diner along Ballarat's main drag is a narrow, intimate space lined with Formica tables and a display case with delectable cakes, roast-beef…

  • Nourish on North

    South Coast NSW

    A healthy spread graces the menu at this casual cafe: superfood bowls, sourdough brunches and (a favourite) peri-peri chicken in a sweet-potato bun…

  • Sun Deck Café

    South Coast NSW

    From a primo vantage point over the fishing harbour, Sun Deck serves tasty and generously sized cooked breakfasts, toasted sandwiches and satisfying…

  • Krofne

    Canberra

    Pick up delicious Croatian-style doughnuts filled with vanilla custard, rosehip jam, nutella or a handful of other delicious fillings at this friendly…

  • Haven

    Surry Hills & Darlinghurst

    Breezy and spacious, this polished spot brings some Asian influence to the Surry Hills brunching scene, with kimchi, pork belly and Thai spices making…

  • 2 Fish Restaurant Port Douglas

    Port Douglas

    In a town where seafood is plentiful, 2 Fish stands out for its upmarket innovative dishes, over a dozen types of fish, from coral trout to red emperor…

  • Oak Room Kitchen & Bar

    Southern NSW & The Murray

    The bustling Oak Room combines small plates, like seared Queensland scallops, with larger meals, including house-made gnocchi and roast lamb from the…

  • Bertoldo's Bakery

    Southern NSW & The Murray

    This Italian patisserie and panetteria will have you drooling. Come for Griffith's best gelato – the pistachio flavour is especially good – and stay for…

  • DS Coffee House Cafe

    The Southeast

    Despite the mealy-mouthed name, this is Huonville’s funkiest cafe, with quirky retro furniture and uni-student vibes. All-day breakfasts, sourdough…

  • Le Paris-Go

    Sydney

    Interesting people and upbeat staff frequent this licensed food-all-day cafe – its bench windows or sofa seats are great places to park yourself and watch…

  • St Claudes

    Sydney

    Occupying the premises of what was once Sydney's most famous restaurant, this is a smart but more casual affair that nevertheless offers plenty of quality…

  • In The Pink

    Byron Bay

    This gelateria in the centre of town is a local institution. Take your pick from the rainbow of gourmet ice creams and sorbets, all made on-site, with…

  • Rock & Roll Coffee Company

    Byron Bay & Northern NSW

    You might not always get the rock and roll soundtrack you're hoping for, but the well-made coffee and fresh, flavourful Thai-Vietnamese street food is a…

  • Ferryman's Seafood Cafe

    Victoria

    It’s hard to beat the ambience of dining on the deck of this floating cafe-restaurant (an old Paynesville–Raymond Island passenger ferry), which will fill…

  • Pier St Kitchen

    Victoria

    Roaming the Mediterranean from Europe to the Middle East, the menu at this casually stylish cafe offers everything from pasta to falafel, spicy sausage…

  • Heartattack and Vine

    Melbourne

    Heartattack and Vine is a relaxed space with a neighbourhood feel, all centred on a long, wooden bar. Drop in for coffee morning or night, prop up at the…

  • Leura Garage

    Blue Mountains

    In case you were in any doubt that this hip cafe-bar was once a garage, the suspended mufflers, stacks of old tyres and staff in overalls press the point…

  • Hallam’s Waterfront

    Launceston

    This place conjures up nautical vibes – like the inside of a very spacious yacht – with friendly service and super-fresh seafood, particularly crayfish…

  • Black Pudding

    Victoria

    This place turns out great coffee plus fabulous light lunches. Plates are not overly complicated – BLT (bacon, lettuce and tomato, plus avocado, cheddar…

  • Mr D Food & Coffee

    Victoria

    A light-filled, stylish space with pot plants and gleaming wooden floorboards, this corner spot is a great choice for contemporary cafe fare and well-made…

  • Nao

    Perth

    Asian students, CBD desk jockeys and savvy foodies all gravitate to this spot serving the best Japanese-style ramen in town. At peak times you'll need to…

  • Bohemian Raw Cafe

    Airlie Beach

    Blessed with dazzling views across Pioneer Bay, this health-conscious marina cafe does açai bowls, superfood breakfast bowls, delicious nut-meat-stuffed…

  • Tracks Cafe

    Cradle Country & The West

    Though located in the historic Queenstown railway station, Tracks has been given a resolutely modern fit-out. The light and airy interior is warmed by a…

  • The Gulch Fish & Chips

    The East Coast

    Home to Tasmanian Coastal Seafoods, this little shack on the Gulch foreshore cooks brilliant fish and chips, straight off the boat. What's cooking depends…

  • Bomboras Torquay

    Great Ocean Road

    Catch the sea breeze while digging into authentic thin-crust pizzas, washed down by a craft beer, and enjoying ocean views from the front terrace. There's…

  • St Bernards Hotel

    Gold Coast

    A rambling old mountain pub reminiscent of a Swiss ski lodge, with a large timber terrace and sweeping views. It offers reasonable if basic pub grub, such…

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