Must-see restaurants in Australia & Pacific

  • Soul Karratha

    West Coast Australia

    City-style sophisticated breakfasts (until 11am) are followed by an all-day menu of crowd-pleasers, from gourmet burgers to tempting share plates (sliders…

  • Foxy's

    Cairns

    The more relaxed of the two eating options at Fitzroy Island Resort, Foxy's offers pub grub, burgers, fish and chips and steaks; there's also a kids' menu…

  • Don Camillo

    Hobart

    Claiming to be Hobart's oldest restaurant (since 1965), venerable Don Camillo is still turning out a tight menu of classic Italian pastas, risottos, meat…

  • Rockpool Café

    Kangaroo Island

    Don't worry about sandy feet at this casual, al fresco joint by the beach in Stokes Bay. 'What's the house special?', we asked. 'Whatever I feel like doin…

  • Butcher's Diner

    Melbourne

    Open nonstop, offering breakfasts of steak and eggs between 6am and 11pm; and classic burgers, hand-made dim sims and offal yakitori any time. A curved…

  • Gaffney's Pie Kitchen

    Victoria

    World famous around these parts, Gaffney's award-winning pies, pasties and sausage rolls include a chicken parma pie (Australian as!) with tomato sauce…

  • Finn Poké

    Byron Bay

    Made-to-order bowls of the Hawaiian raw fish speciality poké are a quick healthy option for lunch or dinner at this bright takeaway spot. Mix-and-match…

  • Gorge Restaurant

    Launceston

    It’s worth eating here for the photogenic setting alone, especially when sitting outside in summer watching the peacocks strut their stuff. Walk off your…

  • Outback Pioneer Barbecue

    Yulara

    For a fun, casual night out, this lively tavern is the popular choice for everyone from backpackers to grey nomads. Choose between kangaroo skewers,…

  • Centennial Vineyards

    Southern NSW & The Murray

    This flash winery restaurant serves innovative lunch mains and smaller shared plates. Cellar-door sales and tastings are also on offer. From 11am to 4pm…

  • Astor Grill

    Hobart

    Indulge in old-school meaty treats at this sumptuous stalwart, in a blood-coloured 1920s art-deco brick building on the CBD fringe. Start with some…

  • Salty Dog Cafe

    Great Ocean Road

    Sharing space with the Torquay Angling Club right on the sand, this kiosk is just the place for hungry beachgoers to recharge, with homemade sausage rolls…

  • Bangpop

    Melbourne

    Bangpop breathes the colour, vibrancy and flavour of Thailand into otherwise grey surrounds with its bar made from Lego and dangling filament bulbs…

  • Dhuey's Fish Market & Takeaway

    West Coast Australia

    Stocked with 100% WA seafood, Dhuey's sells fresh and cooked Shark Bay crabs, snapper, whiting, barramundi, red emperor, Exmouth tiger prawns…all with…

  • Leonardo’s

    Rotorua

    Italian restaurants bookend Eat Streat, but Leonardo’s is our favourite. The wine list is good and while the menu has few surprises – arancini, carbonara,…

  • Ritzy

    South Coast NSW

    Ritzy does a clever take on Aussie tapas in its cocktail-infused, playful restaurant just above the town centre. Dishes like kingfish sashimi on crispy…

  • Pukeko Junction

    Christchurch & Canterbury

    A deservedly popular roadside stop, this bright, friendly cafe in Leithfield (south of Amberley) serves delicious bakery fare, like gourmet sausage rolls…

  • Massimo's

    Noosa

    While the 'no tastings' policy seems a little mean-spirited, rest assured that Massimo's icy treats are creamy and natural in flavour. You'll find both…

  • Campos

    Newtown & the Inner West

    Trying to squeeze into crowded Campos can be a challenge. Bean fiends come from miles around – hat-wearing students, window-seat daydreamers and doctors…

  • Suk Jai Thai

    Bay of Islands & Northland

    It's well worth a trip to the suburbs to seek out this cheerful and relaxed restaurant, popular with Thai expats for its authentic flavours, gutsy…

  • Good Paddock

    Victoria

    A delightful little provedore stocking local gourmet produce such as olive oil and ice cream, as well as meats such as scotch-fillet steaks. It does…

  • Sorrento Brewhouse

    Victoria

    What food goes well with beer? Burgers and pizza of course. That's what's on offer at this popular brewhouse in an old house on Sorrento's main strip…

  • Coxswain’s Cottage Café

    Tasmania

    The only place to eat in Low Head, this simple cafe in an 1847 cottage at the Low Head historic pilot station precinct serves hot and cold drinks,…

  • Mannat Residency Inn

    South Coast NSW

    Ignore the somewhat stuffy name – this motel-adjoining restaurant serves high-quality Indian food suiting all tolerances for spice: salmon-coconut curry,…

  • Beach Barista

    Kangaroo Island

    What a surprise! The best coffee in KI is at this pop-up coffee caravan at Pennington Bay surf beach. Grab a double-shot flat white, a slice of orange…

  • Ponsonby Road Bistro

    Ponsonby & Karangahape Rd

    The service is first-rate at this modern, upmarket restaurant, which introduces Asian flavours to predominantly French- and Italian-style bistro dishes…

  • Little Bird

    Canberra

    Sleek, bright Little Bird is a favoured caffeine dealer for public servants from nearby offices, who can be found slumped in front of its large windows…

  • Coffee & Clay

    Cairns & Far North Queensland

    The philiosophy here is coffee, cake, create. The idea is to choose one of the unpainted ceramics and start painting or decorating over your coffee. The…

  • Hot Waves

    Coromandel Peninsula

    In summer everyone wants a garden table at this excellent cafe. For a lazy brunch, try the eggs Benedict with smoked salmon or the legendary Big Breakfast…

  • Siostra

    Auckland

    Run by a charming pair of sisters, Siostra is the perfect little neighbourhood bistro, serving up hearty Italian fare with a modern sensibility…

  • Landing Cafe

    Bay of Islands & Northland

    Stylish Kiwiana decor combines with good coffee at this appealing place attached to the tourist office. Grab a table on the expansive deck and tuck into…

  • Pilbara Room Restaurant

    West Coast Australia

    The Pilbara Room is a solid local favourite for hearty cooked breakfasts, generous servings of surf 'n' turf in the evenings and more creative fare, such…

  • Dusty Beans

    Southern NSW & The Murray

    Tattooed baristas turn out the best coffee for many a mile, and cafe-style eats include good baking – try the lemon cake – along with more substantial…

  • Fekerte's Ethiopian

    Canberra

    Operating out of a hole in the wall of the Nishi Building, Fekerte's serves authentic Ethiopian cuisine to clamouring office workers and ANU students at…

  • Hanaichi

    Brisbane

    Ride the sushi train out of Hunger Central at Hanaichi, where the revolving track packs in the lunchtime passengers. Also on offer are bento boxes, soups…

  • Alley Cats Patisserie

    Darwin

    This central CBD patisserie serves up seriously good coffee, puff pastries and fab breads. They also do a few light meals such as bagels and sandwiches…

  • Kinji

    Christchurch

    Despite being hidden away in suburbia, this acclaimed Japanese restaurant has a loyal following, so it's wise to book. Tuck into the likes of sashimi,…

  • Pinelli Estate Wines

    West Coast Australia

    Low-key and old school, Pinelli plates up authentic Italian risottos, platters, pastas and meaty mains. Order a bottle of its summer-fresh chenin blanc…

  • Sorriso

    South Coast NSW

    This much-loved place is a sociable spot doing hearty Italian home cooking, and very fine pizzas. Save space for the decadent dessert menu. The back deck…

  • Kopitiam Singapore Cafe

    Hobart

    A cheerful and cheerfully coloured city-centre nook dishing up classic and flavourful Singapore-style rice and noodle dishes, such as mee noodle curry and…

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