Must-see restaurants in Australia

  • Silo Bakery

    Canberra

    Top-class sourdough bread, pastries and tarts are perfect breakfast temptations, while an interesting menu of cooked dishes keeps diners happy at lunch…

  • Forrest General Store

    Great Ocean Road

    This appealing provedore on Forrest's main strip has house-made pies, toasties and excellent coffee roasted in nearby Apollo Bay. They also have basic…

  • Toi Shan

    Victoria

    Opening its doors in 1892, cheap and cheerful Toi Shan has been around since the gold rush – it's reportedly Australia's oldest Chinese restaurant. Fill…

  • Lakeview Bar & Bistro

    Victoria

    Life's pretty relaxed out this way, and Loch Sport's pub is just the spot to soak up the unhurried local pace. Sit with a beer in hand and gaze out over…

  • Coco's Thai

    West Coast Australia

    A little place serving tasty Thai favourites and more adventurous dishes such as a delicious fish curry with apple. Loaded with fresh herbs, the prawn…

  • Darwin RSL

    Darwin

    If you've spent any time travelling in provincial Australian towns, you'll know the RSL (Returned Services League) clubs are a good deal. Sadly this place…

  • Capannina

    Port Douglas

    Serving what is easily the best ice cream and gelato in Port Douglas, Italian-run Capannina is notable also for the patience of its owners, who wait…

  • No. 140

    West Coast Australia

    Hip, onto-it staff make this welcoming cafe a top spot for a leisurely Bunbury breakfast with a twist – try the cured pork kedgeree omelette or an iced…

  • Sean’s Panaroma

    Sydney

    Sean Moran’s ever-changing menu is chalked on a blackboard in this modest little dining room that packs out with happy diners. Ocean views, hearty…

  • Bronte Road Bistro

    Sydney

    This friendly neighbourhood bistro tucked away from the street behind an exuberant screen of foliage offers a crowd-pleasing menu of French favourites,…

  • Litchfield Cafe

    Litchfield National Park

    Filo parcels (try the chicken, mango and macadamia) make for a super lunch at this excellent licensed cafe, or you could go for a meal of grilled local…

  • Three Monkeys

    Newcastle

    It's difficult to go wrong on the Darby St strip, but this place stands out for its quality coffee, colourful juice and food creations – try the smashed…

  • Cidery

    West Coast Australia

    Craft beer from the Blackwood Valley Brewing Company, cider and light lunches are all enjoyed on outdoor tables. On Friday nights from 5.30pm there's live…

  • Porters Cafe

    New South Wales

    This popular Bathurst cafe serves reliable fry-up breakfasts and healthier starts to the day, as well as light lunches, good coffee and freshly baked…

  • JJ's Bakery & Old Mill Café

    Tasmania

    This bakehouse inside the Old Emerald Flour Mill is always busy, and no wonder. It sells delicious old-fashioned tarts and slices, cakes, pies and bread…

  • One Penny Black

    Newcastle

    Nicely located on the mall, this place is perpetually popular for a reason – excellent coffee, served by staff who know their stuff. Toasties and healthy,…

  • Forge Pizzeria

    Victoria

    Ballarat's go-to place for both authentic and inventive wood-fired pizza is this smart-casual brick-walled restaurant. It's also great for wine and fine…

  • Southerlys

    West Coast Australia

    Soak up the rays on the terrace (with sunset marina views) while you enjoy fresh seafood or an award-winning steak sandwich at this casual, family-run,…

  • Edgar's Inn

    Canberra

    From breakfast right through to last drinks, this friendly corner pub in Ainslie bustles with locals. Changing weekday specials (like a burger and drink…

  • Italian & Sons

    Canberra

    As Italian as can be, this stylish trattoria serves thin-crust pizza, phenomenal homemade pasta and a single dish of the day to a loyal clientele – along…

  • Coffee House 138

    Victoria

    Along Maffra's main strip, this urban-style cafe does buttermilk pancakes, sourdough fruit toast and brekky burgers. For lunch expect anything from pulled…

  • Longrain

    Surry Hills & Darlinghurst

    Devotees flock to this century-old, wedge-shaped printing-press building to feast on fragrant modern Thai dishes, and to sip delicately flavoured and…

  • Red Rock Olives

    Victoria

    Red Rock Olives has a range of organic olive products to sample and buy, as well as a cafe doing grazing platters, homemade sausage rolls, cooked…

  • Bay Leaf Cafe

    Great Ocean Road

    A local favourite for its innovative menu, good coffee, breakfast bagels, lobster rolls (in summer), Wagyu-beef burgers and chargrilled squid. Add a…

  • Pagoda

    Cairns & Far North Queensland

    When Tablelanders want to celebrate, they head to Pagoda, locally famous for large portions of Westernised Chinese, low prices and a lively atmosphere. It…

  • Samson Beach Bistro & Tavern

    West Coast Australia

    The bistro does great seafood – including highly rated fish and chips, or a budget-busting surf'n'turf – on a shady deck overlooking the ocean (BYO wine)…

  • Warung Bamboo Indonesia

    Cairns & Far North Queensland

    Make a quick trip to Java or Bali at this authentic little Indonesian eatery serving up inexpensive satay skewers, bakso (meatballs), mie goreng (friend…

  • Yirri Grove

    Southern WA

    Worth a detour if you're headed for Cape le Grand or Cape Arid, this olive grove serves tasting platters of its own olives, along with hummus and…

  • Gigi Pizzeria

    Newtown & the Inner West

    This block is Sydney meat-free central and this cool corner spot turns out authentic Neapolitan pizzas with all-vegan toppings. They are delicious, and…

  • Breakout Brasserie Cafe

    New South Wales

    With a 'No Worries' attitude this busy cafe serves standard breakfast fare and light lunches and offers al fresco dining on its small, vine-draped terrace…

  • L'Unico Trattoria

    Cairns & Far North Queensland

    Opening onto a wrap-around, beachfront deck, upscale L'Unico Trattoria serves stylish pasta and wood-fired pizza with local twists such as seafood chowder…

  • Bent Food & Wine

    New South Wales

    Mouthwatering goodness awaits you at this Modern Australian restaurant serving a diverse menu from breakfast through to dinner. Vegetarians and those with…

  • Marinades

    Cairns

    This has long been one of Cairns’ most popular Indian restaurants, and for good reason. Its comprehensive menu of aromatic dishes includes Goan prawn…

  • 9inety 2wo

    New South Wales

    The former Temperance Hall of Bathurst (1877) sets the stage for this smart dinner-only restaurant serving Modern Australian dishes influenced by global…

  • Homestead Restaurant

    The East Coast

    There are swoon-worthy Great Oyster Bay views here at Piermont, 4km south of Swansea, but focus on your plate. The kitchen works magic with all things…

  • Pizza Pizza

    Great Ocean Road

    Set up in a weatherboard cottage, this is easily Lorne's best spot for authentic thin-crust pizza.

  • Yallingup Woodfired Bread

    West Coast Australia

    Look out for excellent sourdough, rye bread and fruit loaves at local shops and the Margaret River Farmers Market, or pick up some still-warm loaves at…

  • Pork Pie & Produce Shop

    Victoria

    A real highlight for self-catering travellers is this traditional English-style butchery and pie shop. Excellent bacon and sausages use all free-range…

  • Grant Street Kitchen

    Port Douglas

    Delicious egg-and-bacon rolls, ham-and-cheese croissants or fruit salads are breakfast treats at this awesome little artisanal bakery. For lunch try the…

  • Hedland Harbour Cafe

    West Coast Australia

    A favourite with early risers and dock workers, this friendly cafe serves up smashed avo with poached eggs, brekkie burritos, kebabs, grilled red emperor…

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