Waikato & the Coromandel Peninsula
A great place to try the local speciality of whitebait is this classic Kiwi diner. Look for the quirky statue of the whitebait fisherman on the roof…
Must-see restaurants in Australia & Pacific
Melbourne
If you want to 'do Vietnamese' on Victoria St but are overwhelmed by the options, this family-run restaurant is consistently great. The menu is huge and…
Gold Coast
Five kitchens here serve one rambling indoor-outdoor communal dining space, strung with fairy lights, flush with pot plants and packed with happy eaters…
Surry Hills & Darlinghurst
This atmospheric eatery is run by television presenters Luke Nguyen (Luke Nguyen's Vietnam and others), Mark Jensen (Ready Steady Cook) and sister/wife…
Sydney
Colourful comfort foods from pizzas and cheeseburgers to 'fysh' tacos and watermelon 'sashymi' are served sans animal products at this leafy courtyard…
Great Ocean Road
This old weatherboard house on The Esplanade harks back to a time when Torquay was simple – which isn't to say its meals aren't modern. Fill up on smoked…
The Southeast
This mighty-fine hippie cafe has rustic decor that belies real culinary savvy: expect terrific eggy breakfasts, curries and soups, with a rigorous focus…
Perth
Interesting and authentic spins on Mexican street food, all served as small plates that are perfect for sharing. Menu standouts include duck carnitas…
Melbourne
A local favourite since 2006: take a seat at the bar and let charming waitstaff lead you through a menu of modern Portuguese and Spanish dishes and a…
Perth
Southeast Asian–style street food, Thai beers and a light-strung frangipani tree make Kitsch a great spot for a few laid-back hours of tasty grazing…
Canberra
In the genteel environs of the Gorman House Arts Centre, Sage offers well-regarded degustation-style dining; the five-course chef's tasting menu is worth…
Adelaide
This stylin’ city cafe takes its name from Abbot Kinney, the guy who gave LA’s Venice Beach its moniker. We’re not sure how this pertains to downtown…
Sydney
Taking the meat out of a pie would be considered un-Australian in some quarters, but this tiny place does a great job of it. Really tasty vegan…
Surry Hills & Darlinghurst
With a beautiful wood-lined look, Toko dishes up superb modern Japanese otsumami (tapas) such as soft-shell crab, sweet eggplant miso and meaty options…
Hobart
From the outside, Me Wah looks just like any suburban shopping-mall joint. But inside it's an elegant confection of chinoiserie, almost bordering on over…
Tasmania
On sunny days, the River Cafe's windows fold back and the water feels almost in reach. The cafe tempts with all-day breakfasts ($10 to $22) and a…
Yulara
For great value, a warm atmosphere and tasty food, head to this buzzing licensed cafe. The wood-fired pizzas and kangaroo burgers go well with a carafe of…
West Coast Australia
The nicest aspect of this large branch of a WA cafe chain is the glorious old building it's housed in – an old nurses' quarters with a modern annexe. Pull…
Canberra
Part art gallery, part cafe, the Front has a minimalist, aesthetic vibe. The brunch menu is short and sweet, with unique options like a radish, mint and…
Wellington
Continuing Wellington's unwavering obsession with all things Cuba, this fantastic retro-imaginative roastery and coffee lounge offers heart-jolting coffee…
Queenstown
Occupying a historic NZ Railways shipping office right by the lake, this great little cafe serves excellent, artfully arranged breakfasts and the likes of…
Waikato & the Coromandel Peninsula
Ulo's serves well-priced Japanese and Korean snacks and meals. Highlights include the spicy prawns with sriracha sauce, the Bang Bang chicken salad and…
Surry Hills & Darlinghurst
For years we’ve thumbed our way through diminutive Don Don’s photo menu, discovering consistently delicious dishes. Expect everything from katsudon (rice…
Hobart
There's a photo on the wall here of the Indian cricket team's visit in 2004 – a while ago, we know, but if it's good enough for Anil Kumble, it's good…
Melbourne
Upbeat and casual, Paco y Lola cooks up zingy Mexican flavours, from juicy burritos, quesadillas and tacos to more substantial options. Try their take on…
Taupo & the Ruapehu Region
This cosy little restored railway station has cakes as timeless as the 1908 station itself – Florentines, spicy apple cakes, crumbles – as well as eggy…
Tasmania
This roadhouse is a bit of an icon around these parts, with a big reputation for its house-made pies, cakes and gelato. The peppery 'Tassie Devil' pie isn…
Christchurch & Canterbury
This glass-walled pavilion atop Mt John has spectacular 360-degree views across the entire Mackenzie Basin – just maybe one of the planet's best locations…
Christchurch
Sidle into Fiddlesticks for sophisticated, hearty meals from breakfast to supper. The cosy formal dining room is perfect for intimate dinners, but we like…
Fiordland & Southland
Whether you like your oysters battered or freshly shucked, stop at Fowlers during oyster season for the best bivalves on the South Island. It's on the…
Taupo
Nab a popular street-side table at Kefi, which is Greek for joy. Inside the decor is a little 'cafeteria', but don't let that put you off. This is the…
Rotorua
Named after the righteous lawyer in To Kill a Mockingbird, the hippest spot on Eat Streat plays to a theme with the Scout Sangria and Radley Sour…
Sydney
Its motto – 'let the bread speak' – says it all. Fabulous sandwiches on slabs of home-baked organic bread (including spelt) are the signature dish at this…
Victoria
The beer garden here takes up as much real estate as the entire Criterion Hotel of which it's a part. Shady umbrellas and good views of the lake combine…
Australian Capital Territory
Polished concrete, Edison bulbs and a modern menu make this country cafe feel like an urban transplant. Breakfast options include all the avocado, poached…
Canberra
Bustling Penny University is packed all weekend long with Kingston locals who know exactly where to come for hearty meals and a linger-longer atmosphere…
Cairns
The white walls and blue-accented windows do a great job evoking Santorini, but it's the classic Greek dishes that are the star of the show here. The…
Christchurch
Black Betty's industrial-chic warehouse is a popular destination for students from the nearby college. Friendly service, great food and a laid-back…
West Coast Australia
Stencil art and a lifesize wire mesh shark adorns this cool little taste of the city, an atmospheric bar particularly renowned for its wood-fired pizzas …
Sydney
For an all-day Bondi option with vistas, you can't go past the trusty 'Trat', as it's known in these parts. Tables spill out onto Campbell Pde for those…
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