Must-see restaurants in Australia

  • Market Juicery

    Perth

    Superfood smoothies, cold-pressed juices and zingy salads all feature at this good-value lunch stop amid the funky retailers of Leederville. Wraps and…

  • Two Doors Down Cafe

    The East Coast

    Big breakfasts to fuel you for a day of riding, and toasties, burritos and good coffee through the day. The coffee garden is the spot to be on a sunny…

  • Heartfood Cafe

    Hobart

    Vegan/vegetarian Heartfood is a bright, buzzy city cafe ladling-out meat-free stir-fries, soups, samosas, fritters and spring rolls, plus excellent cakes…

  • NGA Café

    Canberra

    Set in a glass-roofed atrium overlooking the lake, this cafeteria-style cafe is a great spot to combat museum fatigue. Full meals – including pies,…

  • Wave Rock Bush Bakehouse

    West Coast Australia

    Hyden's little country bakery turns out trays of custard tarts, lamingtons, sausage rolls and meat pies, plus burgers, wraps and rolls. Grab something to…

  • Pacific Seafood BBQ House

    Melbourne

    Seafood in tanks, ducks in the window and script-only menus make for an authentic, fast and fabulous dining experience. Fish is done simply, perhaps…

  • Railway Station Cafe

    Southern NSW & The Murray

    High ceilings and towering wrought-iron beams combine amid the heritage ambience of Junee's Railway Station Cafe. Counter food, burgers and good coffee…

  • Coffee Away

    The East Coast

    This bright, hole-in-the-wall coffee joint on the main street is run by an energetic local lady who knows all her customers' first names. The coffee is…

  • Bread 'n' Butter

    Gold Coast

    After a two-year hiatus, Bread 'n' Butter reopened in 2018 with a new upmarket look and it's perfect for a drink, a wood-fired pizza, handmade gnocchi or…

  • Green Gourmet

    Newtown & the Inner West

    Green Gourmet delivers buffet and à la carte vegan Chinese food, including yum cha, noodles, rice, salads and a whole virtual farmyard of mock-meat dishes…

  • Clove Organics

    Victoria

    This health-food shop also doubles as a friendly cafe serving up juices, smoothies and regular lunch specials such as quinoa and brown rice Buddha bowls…

  • Island Espresso

    Hobart

    Fab little espresso joint in an atmospheric old shop, en route from the city to North Hobart. Order the scrambled eggs with chilli and coriander on…

  • Johnny Ripe

    Victoria

    This small artisan bakery-cafe is known for its doughnuts, cronuts (croissant-doughnut pastries), pies and apple tarts. There's another branch in the…

  • Chat Thai

    Manly

    Set inside Manly Wharf, this branch of the Thaitown favourite misses out on the harbour views – though you can just about watch the prow of the ferry nose…

  • Yellow Espresso

    Victoria

    A cheerful modern cafe along Ballarat's main strip, Yellow offers another option for coffee drinkers, with single-origin beans and cold-drip brews. For…

  • Thai Seasons

    Sunshine Coast

    A popular, lo-fi Thai eatery with indoor seating and outdoor pavement tables. From curries and stir-fries to tom yum soup, you can expect all the…

  • Landing Place Cafe

    Canberra

    Situated on the mezzanine of the Anzac Hall, inside the Australian War Memorial, this small cafe offers basic meals (fish and chips, Caesar salad, wedges)…

  • Fishmongers

    Sydney

    Gourmet, grease-free fish and chips for those who are fond of tradition, but not at the expense of their waistline. Grab some grilled hoki and steamed…

  • Castle Hotel

    West Coast Australia

    Reputedly the oldest inland hotel in WA (who keeps track of these things?), the balcony-hung 1853 Castle does a roaring trade in pub meals, plus excellent…

  • The Mexican

    Byron Bay & Northern NSW

    A cantina-style space that serves standard Tex-Mex dishes but also some nicely spicy, herb-strewn variations, such as pan-fried Yamba prawns sautéed in…

  • Ocean Blues

    Southern WA

    Unpretentious waterfront eatery, decked out with gorgeous photos of the local beaches. Consistently good local reputation for ample breakfasts, simple…

  • Nelly's Cafe

    Tasmania

    Head to the rear of this workaday cafe to snaffle an outdoor table with magnificent outdoor view. There's a range of stock-standard sandwiches, wraps and…

  • Pickles Point Seafood

    West Coast Australia

    Close to the small boat harbour, in a building labelled 'The Crab Shack', you can fill your esky with fresh, good-value local prawns, plus crabs, mussels,…

  • Mr Tulk

    Melbourne

    Within the State Library, Mr Tulk is a warm and welcoming cafe serving good coffee, breakfasts, wine, meals and treats. There's a pleasant student…

  • Caravanserai

    Brisbane

    Woven tablecloths, red walls and candlelit tables create a snug atmosphere at this Turkish classic. Share an 'Ottoman' meze platter (grilled halloumi,…

  • Oyster Bay Seafood

    The East Coast

    Ground zero for seafood in Swansea, Oyster Bay Seafood occupies an old store building on the main drag (1850) and serves super-fresh fish and chips,…

  • Drover's Inn

    West Coast Australia

    Built as the Commercial Hotel by runaway Hungarian Gustave Liebe in 1909, the impressive red-brick Drover's Inn does big business in steaks, chicken and…

  • Solo Pasta & Pizza

    Hobart

    The brilliant pastas, pizzas, risottos and calzones at Solo have been drawing hungry hordes for decades. Not that you'd know its age from looking at it:…

  • Exeter Bakery

    Tasmania

    The century-old wood-fired oven here produces all manner of pies – from egg-and-bacon to Thai massaman and glistening custard. Also on offer are old…

  • Veggie Mama

    Perth

    Loads of vegan and gluten-free options shine at this cute corner cafe where flavour is definitely not compromised. The menu includes delicious salads,…

  • Hot Tamale

    Darwin

    With drink specials aplenty and a fun, laid-back attitude, this place is recommended as much for the atmosphere and brilliant waterfront location as for…

  • Addimi

    New South Wales

    This busy cafe in the centre of town does decent coffee and interesting breakfasts such as potato roesti with slow-roasted tomato, balsamic mushrooms and…

  • Cock 'n' Bull

    Cairns

    The Cock 'n' Bull is a local favourite for it's hugely proportioned meals, but it's lost its English pub/tavern feel to the pokies. Come here for a good…

  • Renaessance

    Tasmania

    The small rear terrace here has Bass Strait views and is a lovely place to enjoy a drink or meal. The cafe itself is narrow and perennially bustling,…

  • Thurlby Herb Farm

    Southern WA

    Thurlby offers light lunches and cakes accompanied by fresh-picked herbal teas, as well as other herb-based products including soap and aromatherapy…

  • Deli Lama

    New South Wales

    Locals love the Lama for its hearty country-style breakfasts and light lunches like loaded foccacia and tasty, healthy salads, soups and quiches. It's all…

  • Petit Snail

    Byron Bay

    Get stuck into traditional Gallic fare such as steak tartare, duck confit and fromage (cheese) in spades at this old-school French bistro, with outdoor…

  • Piedmont Inn Pizza Restaurant

    Blue Mountains

    On the main road in the heart of Blackheath, this is a quaintly decorated spot that does generously-topped, cheesy pizzas, both traditional and gourmet,…

  • Ripples

    Sydney

    Flanked by the Harbour Bridge, the choppy harbour and Luna Park’s insane grin, Ripples does well to compete with the view and come out on top. Expect lots…

  • Kazbah

    Sydney

    Rock the Kazbah for Moroccan breakfast, weekend brunch or a peppy dinner. On hot summer days the windows fold out to the street. Generous serves feature…

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