The East Coast
Sit on the outside deck of this waterside shack and you'll think you're at the railings of a ship. The lobster comes myriad ways – baked, grilled, inside…
Must-see restaurants in Australia & Pacific
Victoria
A mainstay on Ballarat’s cafe scene for over 30 years, this old-school European-style cafe doubles as a cool record shop – choose from the impeccable…
Wellington
An airy affair at the sophisticated end of Wellington's cafe spectrum, Nikau consistently dishes up simple but sublime stuff (pan-fried halloumi,…
Surry Hills & Darlinghurst
Sleek and modern, this smart Italian restaurant nevertheless conserves the warm and genuine welcome of your favourite trattoria. There's a real verve to…
Canberra
Artfully strung rope distracts from an industrial-looking ceiling at this upmarket Japanese restaurant in the Burbury Hotel. Highlights include steamed…
West Coast Australia
This bright and breezy cafe mixes local ingredients with Asian influences to create its signature sweet-potato waffle with fried chicken, poached eggs…
Darwin
Darwin's first real Korean barbecue place is a good one, with a dining area that manages to be classy, casual and contemporary all at once. Dishes are…
South Coast NSW
The daughter of a local Cantonese matriarch oversees this big, buzzing restaurant which re-creates the fast, cheap, authentic diners of Southeast Asia for…
Dunedin
Settle into a booth at this attractive brick-lined eatery, and order claypot rice or noodle dishes from the extensive menu. Japanese dishes include…
Queenstown
One of the Mall's more characterful and colourful restaurants, Caribe is a small nook dishing out quality tacos, quesadillas and burritos stuffed fuller…
South Coast NSW
This 'little red house of tunes' overlooking Forsters Bay is a dreamy venue, ideal for farewelling the sun and welcoming a plate of lime-buttered scallops…
Canberra
Locals fill the tables in the spacious corner building from lunch to dinner, supping on speciality-blend coffee in the mornings and local wines as the sun…
Bay of Islands & Northland
Polished concrete floors and a living wall set a quietly stylish scene for a daytime cafe and a night-time bistro. Evening meals are sophisticated and…
Newtown & the Inner West
Delicious bowls of pho, crunchy textures and fresh flavour bursts make this one of the best of Newtown's sizeable crop of vegan and vegetarian restaurants…
Canberra
Nestled in the heart of the New Acton complex, this sprawling cafe has a sleek, contemporary vibe and is a popular coffee stop for local office workers…
Auckland
One of Auckland’s best restaurants, this informal eatery serves up lighter-than-air goats'-cheese soufflés, inventive mains and oh-my-God chocolate…
Wanaka
Looking over the lake from an upstairs perch, the Landing is a stylish place where both menus and views change with the seasons. Expect local meats and…
West Coast Australia
Pan Asian–style bistro specialising in seafood dishes with excellent staff who manage well given its buzzing popularity. Dishes range from mouth-watering…
Melbourne
An Australian bakery with an American twist: anything is possible here. Sit at the communal table or order from the concrete counter to go. Try a…
Victoria
Owned by the Ballarat Yacht Club (established 1877), this bright and breezy modern cafe has a prime location directly on the lake. Grab a table on the…
Dunedin
The unpromising locale and kooky decor (including collections of toys and beer tankards) gives little indication of the seriously good food on offer at…
Perth
If ever you have a hankering for a crispy pork roll or a cinnamon scroll, this is your happy place. Perched on a corner away from the beachfront, this…
West Coast Australia
Escape into your own personal pleasure dome in the hip and chic restaurant filling Xanadu's vast space. The menu of small and larger shared plates changes…
Byron Bay & Northern NSW
All-organic flours, butters and fresh produce go into the region's favourite sourdough, beautiful pastries and gourmet sausage rolls, served along with…
Port Douglas
One of the best-value nights out is the local yacht club, where well-crafted meals, from kangaroo spring rolls or cauliflower arancini to dukkah-spiced…
Victoria
One of the best spots for coffee in South Gippsland is this rustic cafe-provedore with a countrified inner-Melbourne vibe. Its menu is big on local…
Victoria
Pt. Leo Estate's flagship restaurant is named after the Jaume Plensa work seen from its panoramic windows, which looks onto the estate's impressive…
Newtown & the Inner West
Some of Sydney's best bánh mì are served out of this little hole in the wall, where the crisp bread rolls are baked on-site. The pork rolls are delicious,…
Auckland Region
Cool beats, excellent coffee and top-notch soft-shell-crab tacos are all dispensed from this cool surf shack a short walk from the beach and Lion Rock…
New South Wales
Egg dishes with a twist; inventive toast toppers; delicious, local-made cakes; and coffee that is worth coming back for – this industrial-style cafe hits…
Queenstown & Wanaka
In a strip of old miners' cottages, this cute cafe serves up inventive creations – the likes of black rice ginger porridge, vegan Bombay bowls and dukkah…
Victoria
Set over 7 hectares, this cellar door offers tastings of its French-style wines and ciders. It's most popular, however, for its alfresco provincial-style…
Queenstown & Wanaka
From the amigas at La Rumbla comes Slow Cuts, dishing up fast food in slow motion. There are rotisserie chickens, burgers, ribs, smashed fries, a…
Port Albert Wharf Fish & Chips
Victoria
If there's one reason to visit Port Albert, it's to drop in for a bit of flake from this renowned fish and chippery on the jetty. Expect lightly battered,…
South Coast NSW
The most urbane restaurant in the Jervis Bay area, appealing to a Southeast Asian palate, Wild Ginger is a showcase of flavours complemented by trendy…
Christchurch
Thoughtful, seasonal vegetarian dishes are the focus at this petite restaurant on the edge of the Papanui Rd dining strip. The set five-course tasting…
Bay of Islands & Northland
Asian fusion dishes pack a flavour punch here, but are delicately assembled and delivered by friendly staff. Dishes are light and prices high, so don't…
Wanaka
One of Otago's best restaurants, Kika's menu is underpinned by modern Italian cuisine, served tapas-style in a casual dining space and enlivened by some…
Viaduct Harbour & Wynyard Quarter
This smart and sassy eatery does sophisticated spins on meatballs – try the crayfish ones – and other robust but elegant Italian dishes. Cosy up in the…
New South Wales
This modern Asian eatery is a crowd pleaser. Perhaps start with Korean spicy chicken wings, then move to wok-fried XO mussels and Sumatran chicken? Save…
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