Canberra
Two Before Ten is our pick of Canberra's vibrant coffee scene. Bringing a touch of Cape Cod to the centre of a city block, the excellent coffee comes from…
Must-see restaurants in Australia & Pacific
Tasmania
Latrobe's arty residents tend to congregate in this gallery and cafe near the Court House Museum, often whiling away an hour or two browsing the small…
Manly
Occupying Manly's prime location on the wharf, Hugos has super views from its open windows and sought-after outdoor deck. Relax on the banquette seating…
Manly
This upbeat place rises above its unprepossessing location: straddling the end of a dingy shopping arcade, with carpark views. It offers zingy, inventive…
Victoria
The deconstructed name might be a tad pretentious (black milk, get it?) but the coffee and food are anything but. If you're like us, you'll find yourself…
Brisbane
When it all gets too much, find solace in a steaming bowl of pho (Vietnamese noodle soup) at this cheap, humble bolt-hole. AJ's broth is fragrant and…
Byron Bay & Northern NSW
The coffee is just about perfect here and the breakfast, brunch and lunch menu holds a few happy surprises. Sure, there are breakfast bowls, chia pud and…
Napier
Pizza by the slice (or the whole big disc) comes hot and fresh from this great little art-deco nook, with a skinny wedge of a window seat and punky retro…
Tidal River General Store & Cafe
Victoria
Tidal River's general store has grocery items, ice, some camping equipment and gas bottles, but if you're hiking or staying a while it's cheaper to stock…
Great Ocean Road
Modern and stylish, this cafe is run by a well-travelled couple and is popular for all-day breakfast rolls, including the signature 'Mr T & Me', with…
Taupo
Run by two local sisters and operating out of an unobtrusive 1950s house, the Brantry reigns as arguably the best in the region for well-executed,…
Port Douglas
It's quite a splurge on an authentic Italian feast at this legendary local eatery but it remains a favourite in Port Douglas. The brainchild of owner-chef…
Tasmania
The ice cream, gelato and sorbet on offer here changes every day, rotating between the 40 flavours this artisan company produces. Grab a cone to go or sit…
Waikato & the Coromandel Peninsula
This busy restaurant and bar in the former railway station celebrates a great location on the station platform with a relaxed ambience and a menu of…
Southern NSW & The Murray
On the main street, this place claims to be the oldest working bakery in Australia. According to a sign out the front, German settler William Bibo built…
Tauranga
In a wonderfully atmospheric 100-year-old boathouse at the end of the Strand, Harbourside is the place for a romantic dinner, with boats as neighbours and…
Taupo & the Ruapehu Region
The Powderkeg is the party bar of the Powderhorn Chateau, with DJs in winter and occasional dancing on the tables. Food-wise, it's also no slouch year…
Hobart
A 2018 refurb has this stylish bakery-cafe looking all leather and latte, and suitably slick for the steady flow of public servants and parliamentary folk…
Byron Bay
This laid-back joint has a neat list of burgers, shakes, beers and cocktails, with an emphasis on local produce. For purists, the classic cheeseburger (…
Christchurch
Can't decide whether you want sushi, pizza or Thai for dinner? At Little High, you won't have to choose – this stylish and energetic food hall is home to…
Melbourne
At 15 years old, Morgan Hipworth opened his first doughnut shop after selling to popular cafes. He turned 18 in 2019 and is still going strong. There are…
Melbourne
With another store in the city, 8bit is a burger shop (also serving hot dogs, fries and shakes) with a hit of Pac-Man nostalgia. Pixelated Mario Brothers…
Coromandel Peninsula
Licensed and right by Waihi Beach, Flatwhite has a lively brunch menu, decent pizzas and flash burgers. Our favourite off the dinner menu is the dukkah…
Launceston
Contemporary French dishes, romantic vibes, knowledgeable staff…what's not to like? Claim a candlelit table in the intimate dining room and order from the…
Coromandel Peninsula
Sixfortysix does tasty counter food like baguettes crammed with hoisin pulled pork, as well as tasty lunch mains such as fish tacos and a prawn and…
West Coast Australia
It doesn't look too inspiring from the outside, but this breezy, American-style bar-bistro has a really interesting menu: Thai Penang duck curry, slow…
Tasmania
Occupying a former bakery, this retro cafe accessed from Rooke St is as hip as Devonport gets. Large all-day breakfast plates (eggs, beans, waffles,…
Victoria
This scenic, family-owned olive grove has a tin-shed cellar door where you can sample its range of organic estate-grown olives and infused oils. There are…
West Coast Australia
Mandurah's best breakfast option is well positioned to soak up the morning sun on the end of the Dolphin Quay boardwalk – an urbane cafe on the fringe of…
Airlie Beach
Set back from the main drag in central Airlie, this handsomely timbered, open-sided cafe is known for its all-day breakfasts (the rösti with smoked salmon…
Victoria
This modern cafe has a menu loaded with antioxidants and superfoods. There's a focus on organic and local produce, with the owners personally visiting the…
Wanaka
Far removed from the madding crowd, Gentil ticks plenty of boxes for a memorable night out. Expect a short, focused menu of delicious modern French…
Victoria
This typical Australian country pub dates from well after Ned's time, but it has adopted the Kelly theme with a trio of armour-wearing, gun-toting outlaws…
Rotorua
This slick, barn-like delicatessen-cum-cafe is perennially busy, and with good reason. Breakfasts run from potato waffles to slow-cooked chickpeas and the…
Southern NSW & The Murray
Come for Griffith's best breakfasts: nothing fancy here, just excellent omelettes, eggs poached to perfection, great coffee and freshly squeezed juices…
Blue Mountains
Just above the station, this is a surprising find: set in a lush garden, the interior and verandah of a Blue Mountains mansion hold a restaurant serving…
Sunshine Coast
Opposite the boardwalk and with ocean views between the pine trees, My Place channels a beach-shack vibe. It's a go-to for sunset cocktails, shared 'tapas…
Airlie Beach
You're surrounded by trippy, Pop Art-y faces of Elvis, Marilyn Monroe and other Vegas luminaries as you bite into a beef patty piled high with blue cheese…
New South Wales
A wonderful surprise: authentic, high-quality Indian cuisine with matching table service, set on a quintessentially Australian streetscape in Gulgong…
Brisbane & Around
Spice up your Toowoomba tenure with a visit to Royal Indian, one of the city's most underrated restaurants. From the curries to the tandoor, dishes burst…
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