Must-see restaurants in Australia & Pacific

  • Ramble + Ritual

    The West Coast

    Tucked away near the Clock Tower, this cafe is a stylish spot to linger while hobnobbing with friendly staff and punters. There's no menu, just a counter…

  • Bondi Trattoria

    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…

  • Udder & Hoe

    Victoria

    This rustic provedore specialises in seasonal South Gippsland produce, and is all about everything local, low waste and organic. As well as cheeses, milk,…

  • Pompei’s

    Sydney

    The pizza here is among the best in Sydney, but it’s the northern Italian dishes whipped up by expat Giorgio Pompei that are really special. Try the…

  • Cafe One 3

    Airlie Beach

    Everything about this family-run cafe says 'wholesome': the menu, full of vegetarian and vegan dishes (vegan muffin with avocado and chutney, homemade…

  • Lane

    Victoria

    The lane running beside the George Hotel buzzes with all-day diners. At the front is a bright cafe with breakfast, light meals and a bar; at the back is a…

  • Terra Mia

    Queenstown & Wanaka

    Opened in 2016, Terra Mia pairs traditional Italian cooking (and good espresso) with wines from Gibbston Valley in a large open space that feels like a…

  • White Elephant Cafe

    West Coast Australia

    Combining a simple pavilion and a spacious deck, White Elephant's location just metres from the cobalt waters of Gnarabup beach offers some of the best…

  • Barringwood Estate

    Tasmania

    Enjoying a gourmet lunch and glass of wine on the deck or lawn of Tuckshop at Barringwood, the cafe at Barringwood Estate, is a wonderful way to while…

  • Andrew's Burgers

    Melbourne

    Andrew's is a family-run, wildly popular institution that's been around since 1939. Its walls are wood-panelled and covered with photos of local celebs…

  • VKnow

    Queenstown

    The name might sound like a silly something you'd come up with during a drunken night on the said vino, but this restaurant will reward the short trek out…

  • Two Chefs Bistro

    Dunedin

    French bistro dishes flirt with Asian and North African flavours on the plate, while high ceilings and dark wood conjure up a romantic ambience. Serves…

  • Fishbone

    Queenstown

    Queenstown’s more than a few miles inland, but that doesn’t prevent Fishbone from sourcing the best seafood from South Island fishing fleets. Try the…

  • Frogs

    Cairns & Far North Queensland

    Frogs has been on the Kuranda eat-scene since 1980: even the local water dragons hang out here. It's extremely popular but retains a casual Kuranda vibe…

  • Scotia

    Dunedin

    Occupying a cosy heritage townhouse, Scotia toasts all things Scottish with a wall full of single-malt whisky and hearty gourmet fare like sous vide duck…

  • Mures

    Hobart

    The big fish in Hobart's seafood scene, bottle-green Mures has a Lower Deck with fishmonger, fish-and-chip shop and ice cream, while the Upper Deck is a…

  • Cullen Wines

    West Coast Australia

    Grapes were first planted here in 1966, and Cullen has an ongoing commitment to organic and biodynamic principles in both food and wine. Celebrating a…

  • Nhu Lan

    Melbourne

    Arguably Melbourne's favourite banh mi, Nhu Lan pumps out dirt-cheap, takeaway Vietnamese rolls at super-human speed. Choose from salad with or without…

  • Jones & Co Counter

    Byron Bay & Northern NSW

    This bright little roadside space has a loyal following who grab an Allpress coffee and a delicious pastry from Mullumbimby's Scratch Patisserie. You can…

  • Orso Thai

    Brisbane & Around

    If you're craving chilli, galangal or kaffir lime leaf, this casual Thai joint has you covered. Expect the usual staples, from fish cakes and satay, to…

  • Thomas Green

    Fiordland & Southland

    Set in a restored 1906 building, modish Thomas Green is a cut above the average gastropub. It's named after the 'father of Gore', a jack-of-all-trades…

  • Harry's Steak Bistro & Bar

    Gold Coast

    Harry's is a stylish paean to 'beef, booze and banter' which is superserious about its steaks, with each accredited with the name of its producer and…

  • Wharf Bar & Restaurant

    Byron Bay & Northern NSW

    Take in the Richmond River views from this breezy wharf restaurant. While most of the food is a little disappointing, come here for the tasty wood-fired…

  • Vanidol’s

    Hobart

    A pioneering North Hobart restaurant, Vanidol’s has a diverse menu that travels effortlessly around Asia with dishes including spicy Thai beef salad,…

  • Marakoopa Cafe

    Tasmania

    Visiting the Marakoopa Cave on a Sunday? If so, be sure to stop at this pretty garden cafe in Mayberry, on the approach road, for a light lunch or coffee…

  • Yots Greek Taverna

    Darwin

    With a prime deck overlooking the marina, Yots serves up classic Greek and Mediterranean fare from saganaki and souvlaki to moussaka and spanakopita,…

  • Les Bistronomes

    Canberra

    Wine bottles line the wall and the melodious French language radiates from the kitchen at this excellent little bistro. At $55, the five-course Saturday…

  • Erciyes

    Surry Hills & Darlinghurst

    Shamelessly kitsch Erciyes flaunts its fluoro lighting, mirror-faced wall, plastic tablecloths, disco ball and audience-participatory belly-dancing on…

  • Bartlett's Tavern

    Rockhampton

    Ask locals where to find superlative steaks in Rocky and most will direct you to this unassuming, family-run bistro. What it lacks in character it makes…

  • Beechworth Bakery

    Victoria

    In a magnificent old building with a wraparound balcony and deck overlooking the Campaspe River, this cheerful bakery prepares breads, pies, cakes and…

  • Wharf Restaurant

    Broome

    Settle back for a long, lazy seafood lunch with waterside ambience and the chance of a whale sighting. OK, it's pricey and the service fluctuates, but the…

  • Babajan

    Melbourne

    For a small corner cafe, Babajan whips up some big Turkish flavours. Kirsty Chiaplias, who runs the show, has culinary cred going back years from working…

  • Street Eats @ Franko

    Hobart

    This buzzy night market showcases fabulous southern Tasmanian food, with stalls ringed around the fountain in Franklin Sq. There's live music and plenty…

  • Courtney's Brasserie

    Sydney

    Just up from the ferry wharf, Courtney's is a local institution for quality fare using locally sourced, high-quality ingredients. There are degustation…

  • Belgrave Cartel

    Manly

    This well-established cafe serves perhaps Manly's best espresso in a soothing vintage atmosphere with a couple of laneway-style outdoor tables. Breakfasts…

  • Ajisen

    Parnell & Newmarket

    One of the three international ramen franchises to open in Newmarket in late 2019, this is our hands-down favourite. Service is always speedy and friendly…

  • Malabar Beyond India

    Taupo

    Our pick of Indian restaurants in Taupo, Malabar has a broad menu but is especially good at vegetarian dishes, such as dal makhani made with black lentils…

  • Paymasters

    Newcastle

    In a heritage weatherboard cottage overlooking a park and the river, this is a charming spot indeed. It packs out for weekend breakfasts and offers classy…

  • Hogget Kitchen

    Victoria

    A short detour off the main highway from Warragul is this fine-dining winery-restaurant showcasing everything that's great about the region. Its ever…

  • Pourhouse Bar & Kitchen

    West Coast Australia

    An unpretentious modern pub, with comfy couches, weekend DJs and an upstairs terrace, the Elevator Bar. The pizzas are varied, and burgers come in a…

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