The Gourmet Traveller Annual Restaurant Guide was refreshed once again by our team of expert critics, and Melbourne is once again showing why it holds firm as Australia’s culinary capital.

Last year’s top honours in our Restaurant Awards went to Marmelo, named Victoria’s State Winner for its confident, produce-driven cooking. Maison Bâtard took the title of Best New Restaurant, cementing its place as a must-visit for diners seeking something fresh yet deeply rooted in French technique. Celebrated restaurateur Angie Giannakodakis from Taverna was recognised as Restaurant Personality of the Year.

Our expert critics have scoured the city for the best places to eat, drink and celebrate Melbourne’s rich restaurant culture, from fine-dining institutions that set global benchmarks to intimate neighbourhood spots that capture Melbourne’s trademark energy. This guide is not limited to a single style of dining; every restaurant featured should be considered gold standard. See how the guide works.

Melbourne’s best restaurants in 2026

To earn a place in this guide, each venue must excel with service, design, originality, consistency and atmosphere each carefully considered. But the most crucial area of excellence is always the food. From fine-diners to city wine bars, bistros, trattorias, izakayas and many more, every restaurant featured in this guide should be considered gold standard. It’s an exciting snapshot of how we like to eat out in 2026 and beyond.

All of the restaurants were visited between March and July 2025, with reviewers visiting anonymously and paying for their bills in full.

PRICE GUIDE

Average cost for two diners, not including drinks.

$ = under $100
$$ = $100 to $175
$$$ = 175 to $250
$$$$ = $250 to $325
$$$$$ = $325+

How the guide works

Marmelo

2025 Victoria State Winner

Channelling Portugal from its striking design – warm earthy tones via brick, timber, tile and fabric details – to the menu and wine list, Marmelo by Ross & Sunny Lusted also spruiks excellent local produce. Flavours are bright across the menu, from the paella-like arroz de Marisco, piled with seafood and served in a cedar-lidded cast-iron pot, to a zest-perfumed olive oil cheesecake delivered straight from the wood-fired oven.

$$$

portuguese

130 Russell St, Melbourne

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Embla

Ten years in, Embla remains one of Melbourne’s most essential dining rooms. Dave Verheul’s trailblazing wine bar pairs clever, deceptively simple dishes with a stellar drinks list in a space that buzzes night after night. If you only have one night in town, come here.

$$$

AUSTRALIAN

122 Russell St, Melbourne

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Gimlet

From chilled Martinis and briny oysters to a show-stopping 900-gram T-bone, Gimlet delivers classic indulgence with a touch of theatre. The era-spanning dining room is as glamorous as the menu, where Comté tart, table-side crêpes Suzette and caviar with all the trimmings are matched by sharp service and a stellar wine and cocktail list. It’s a polished performance from lunch through to late-night supper.

$$$$

european

33 Russell St, Melbourne

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Flower Drum

Melbourne’s Cantonese institution Flower Drum celebrates 50 years this year, and its opulence remains undimmed. From impeccably executed dim sum to show-stopping Peking duck, the menu dazzles with both elegance and playful flair. With polished service and a dining room that’s a nostalgic ’80s Hong Kong dream, Flower Drum delivers a world-class experience that is unmistakably Melbourne.

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CANTONESE

17 Market Ln, Melbourne

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Vue de monde

At Vue, chef Hugh Allen balances the familiar and the thrilling, from chocolate soufflé with billy tea ice-cream to salt-cured kangaroo with green ants, oyster under wasabi-and-avocado “snow,” and marron with savoury custard and finger lime. Every dish is executed with meticulous detail, complemented by impeccable service, a stunning view, and a drinks list ranging from benchmark Burgundy to rare Chinese teas.

GT tip: Reserve a spot by the window to enjoy the sweeping view while savouring Vue’s exquisite multi-course menu

$$$$$

australian

Level 55 Rialto South Tower, 525 Collins St, Melbourne

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Bistra

At Carlton’s Bistra, it’s not about chasing the next big thing but rediscovering the pleasures of the familiar. Chef Alex Nishizawa gives bistro classics a clever twist – from buzzworthy cheeseburgers to nanna-core cream puffs – while modern touches and a savvy wine list ensure this neighbourhood spot feels both comforting and current.

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AUSTRALIAN

157 Elgin St, Carlton

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Lee Ho Fook

Victor Liong’s playful snacks – like a choux “bao” with mushroom char siu or prawn toast crowned with sea urchin and salted egg yolk butter – set the tone at Lee Ho Fook. Save room, though, for the maltose-glazed Peking duck and sweet and sour pork with pineapple and strawberry sauce. Backed by sharp service and a savvy wine list, it’s a smart, modern spin on Australian-Chinese dining.

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chinese

11-15 Duckboard Pl, Melbourne

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Etta

At Etta, owner Hannah Green’s instinctive hospitality sets the tone for a neighbourhood bistro that feels effortlessly welcoming. Chef Lorcán Kan’s menu balances inventive flavours with approachable dishes, from tea quail egg skewers to crisp-roasted duck leg and ethereal desserts. A carefully curated drinks list, featuring standout cocktails and wines from Old and New World producers, rounds out a stylish dining experience.

$$$

AUSTRALIAN

60 Lygon St, Brunswick East

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Kafeneion

Con Christopoulos and Stavros Konis lead the charge with this Athenian-style diner, where crisp fried sweetbreads, slow-cooked olive oil-forward dishes and vibrant horiatiki showcase Greek cuisine well beyond the expected. Add a glass of assyrtiko, a slice of orange fillo cake and the easy warmth of Hellenic hospitality, and it’s clear why Kafeneion has become a city favourite.

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greek

Level 1, 161 Spring St, Melbourne

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Maison Bâtard

2025 Best New Restaurant

Chris Lucas’s four-level Maison Bâtard is a lavish ode to French indulgence, where oysters and chartreuse-spiked Martinis on the rooftop set the stage for lobster croquettes, caviar-brushed brioche and chive-crowned steak tartare downstairs. From Josper-grilled John Dory with chardonnay-caper sauce to a retro Tournedos Rossini steak, the cooking is matched by a cellar steeped in Old World charm. Crowned Best New Restaurant, it’s Melbourne’s glittering new clubhouse – equal parts theatre, pleasure and extravagance.

$$$$

french

23 Bourke St, Melbourne

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Manzé

The Mauritian-inspired cooking at Manzé thrills with bold South Asian and East African flavours, from crisp-battered oyster mushroom with house hot sauce to garlicky lamb cubes brightened with sorrel, and on to grilled fish in watercress broth, smoked chilli potatoes or crème caramel with cardamom sorbet. Warm service, a natural-leaning wine list and the cosy, cork-floored room complete the experience.

GT tip: Missed out on a booking? You can find a condensed snacking menu of the same flavours at the team’s new wine bar Boire, right across the road.

$$

mauritian

Shop 2, 1-5 Errol St,
North Melbourne

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Di Stasio Carlton

At Di Stasio Carlton, art and atmosphere are as integral as the food. Between gallery-like interiors and a courtyard straight from Italy, the stage is set for a menu that delivers classic dishes with flair and indulgence.

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italian

224 Faraday St, Carlton

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Carnation Canteen

At Euro-leaning restaurant Carnation Canteen, chef-owner Audrey Shaw proves that simplicity can be the ultimate sophistication. With a nimble, seasonal menu, warm minimalist design and a focus on flavour at every course, this neighbourhood spot makes pared-back dining feel effortless.

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MEDITERRANEAN

165 Gore St, Fitzroy

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Minamishima

Minamishima’s mood-lit sushi counter offers an 18-course parade that stakes its claim as Australia’s finest omakase. From miso-cured John Dory and vinegared mackerel under battera kombu jelly to tempura abalone in an abalone liver sauce and a smoky chrysanthemum-and-duck soup, every bite is a revelation. With impeccable service and a carefully curated sake list, it’s the perfect spot for a special-occasion feast.

$$$$$

japanese

4 Lord St, Richmond

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Lagoon Dining

Lygon Street might be best known for Italian dining, but Lagoon Dining broadens the scope with flavour-packed dishes that draw on China, Malaysia and Japan. Think hot-and-sour shredded potato batons, juicy char siu pork, or beef tartare flavoured with laksa leaf and sambal vinaigrette. With sharp cocktails, a thoughtful wine list and warm service, it’s a welcome alternative to the street’s historical hegemony.

$$$

asian

263 Lygon St, Carlton

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Serai

The McScallop – a fried Abrolhos scallop in crab-fat sauce on a pandesal – sets the tone at Serai, where Ross Magnaye’s Filipino heritage and wood-grill mastery deliver bold, inventive dishes like smoked pineapple with caviar, smoky pigs-head tacos and grill-scorched calamari with ’nduja. The industrial laneway space, on-theme cocktails and great tunes add to the party vibe, but every dish is underpinned by serious technique and thoughtful spicing, from sticky adobo lamb ribs to punchy, layered flavours throughout.

$$$

filipino

7 Racing Club La, Melbourne

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Stokehouse

Stokehouse’s prime waterside setting is matched by Jason Staudt’s deft, playful cooking, from spanner crab with doughnut to saltbush-and-vinegar potato cake, grilled marron with lime-spiked brown butter, and beef with potatoes Dauphinoise and bordelaise sauce. Light, elegant desserts like rhubarb and mandarin tart with coconut and lemon thyme complete the picture, all served by a polished, attentive team.

$$$$

AUSTRALIAN

30 Jacka Blvd, St Kilda

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O.My

From the moment you see a wine that’s “not shit” or a cocktail that’s “nothing to f*** with,” you know this south-east Melbourne fine-diner is run with charm and cheek. Blayne and Chayse Bertoncello turn produce from their kitchen garden into dishes like tempura pickles, flathead mousse, lamb ragù and fall-apart pork neck, finishing with sourdough-offcut crème pâtissière. With house-made kombucha, hyper-local wines and playful technical brilliance at every turn, it’s a dining experience that consistently hits the mark.

$$$$$

AUSTRALIAN

70 Princes Hwy, Beaconsfield (cnr
of Souter St)

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The Gourmet Traveller Annual Restaurant Guide has just landed, bringing with it a fresh wave of reviewed Sydney restaurants that make up the very best in the city. Our carefully considered list of Sydney restaurants go from Josh Niland’s stellar Saint Peter, winner of our prestigious Restaurant of the Year Award in 2025, to hot-right-now wine bars and the casual-cool Ante in Newtown. Our expert critics have scoured the city for the best places to eat, drink and celebrate Sydney’s ever-evolving restaurant culture.

From reliable dining stalwarts to new trailblazers firing on all cylinders, here’s our guide to the best restaurants in Sydney.

Sydney’s best restaurants in 2026

To earn a place in this guide, each venue must excel with service, design, originality, consistency and atmosphere each carefully considered. But the most crucial area of excellence is always the food. From fine-diners to city wine bars, bistros, trattorias, izakayas and many more, every restaurant featured in this guide should be considered gold standard. It’s an exciting snapshot of how we like to eat out in 2026 and beyond.

All of the restaurants were visited between March and July 2025, with reviewers visiting anonymously and paying for their bills in full.

PRICE GUIDE

Average cost for two diners, not including drinks.

$ = under $100
$$ = $100 to $175
$$$ = 175 to $250
$$$$ = $250 to $325
$$$$$ = $325+

How the guide works

Saint Peter

2025 Restaurant of the Year and NSW State Winner

Start with an Oyster Shell Martini, stirred tableside. That’s the best way to begin Josh Niland’s journey beneath the waves at his endlessly innovative fish restaurant, now housed inside Paddington’s Grand National Hotel. Next, you’re likely to follow a fish through many guises – yellowfin tuna, say, served as tartare on a fermented rice cake, then wrapped in pastry as a Wellington, then as a petit four of bone marrow fudge – each showcasing the secondary cuts that are the backbone of Niland’s renowned scale-to-tail craft. Saint Peter is in peak form.

“At Saint Peter’s new home inside the Grand National Hotel, Josh Niland’s groundbreaking approach to seafood reaches dazzling new heights. Known for his whole fish approach to cooking, the results are both art and innovation… this is Niland’s vision fully realised — and easily one of the most unforgettable dining experiences in Australia and the world.”

GT tip: Drop into the Saint Peter Bar for a more casual dining experience of tuna and swordfish belly bacon cheeseburgers and curried cod pies. Or go the other end of the spectrum and book in for a night at the hotel upstairs.

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Seafood

161 Underwood st, Paddington

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Bessie’s and Alma’s

To step inside this hot-right-now wine bar and restaurant (Bessie’s is the diner, Alma’s is the bar) from the team behind nearby hit Bar Copains, is to be struck by the inescapable need to eat whatever’s cooking, immediately. The plates are small and the tables aren’t much bigger, but the vibe is huge. It’s the quintessential Surry Hills (and possibly even Sydney in its entirety) restaurant of the moment.

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mediterranean

111-115 Albion St, Surry Hills

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Olympus Dining

Head chef Ozge Kalvo awarded 2025 Best New Talent

The huge, 50-year-old bougainvillea tree at the centre of this indoor-outdoor dining room has seen a lot of action in its time. Most recently, it’s witnessed the 200-seat modern Greek blockbuster in the Wunderlich Lane precinct packed for almost every service since opening in late 2024. Olympus feels very Sydney, very now, and it’s only getting harder to land a table.

“Anyone who has set foot in the 200-seat room that is Olympus Dining in Sydney will quickly recognise what a behemoth it is. Taking on a restaurant of that size would be challenging for any chef, let alone one stepping into their first Head Chef role. But Ozge Kalvo rose to the challenge immediately, serving elegant Greek cooking that has captivated Sydney diners.”

$$$

greek

Wunderlich Lane,
2 Baptist St, Redfern

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Porcine

Chef-owner Nik Hill awarded 2025 Chef of the Year

Porcine has always been about fun times with wine and swine. Chef Nik Hill’s masterful dishes mean having a memorable meal is easier than ever. Mainstays, such as the creton with lentils or an aged pork chop with choucroute and juniper, remain sublime. Porcine is enthusiastic about classic cooking, whole-carcass butchery and congenial service.

“Nik Hill brings precision, imagination and deep technique to every plate. At Porcine, his French-inspired bistro-pub in Sydney’s Paddington, Hill blends the richness of classic French cooking with a modern, playful edge… drawing on everything from Nouvelle Cuisine to Quebecois flavours.”

GT tip: Arrive early to have a drink at Porcine’s downstairs courtyard bar L’Avant Cave.

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french

268 Oxford St, Paddington

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Pilu at Freshwater

A tiramisù prepared tableside surely needs time to develop its flavours? Not if that tiramisù is created by the expert hand of Giovanni Pilu, who knows exactly how to coax maximum impact from house-made savoiardi biscuits, mirto bianco liqueur and generous waves of mascarpone in front of diners’ eyes. It’s a masterful way to end a meal at this beachfront icon, which draws on the culinary traditions of Pilu’s birthplace, Sardinia, in every dish.

$$$

sardinian

Moore Rd, Freshwater

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Eleven Barrack

What a splendid room this is, complete with a baby grand piano and metallic magenta columns befitting any big celebration. The former site of the Barrack Street bank is backed by clever cooking and wine curation from dynamic duo Brent Savage and Nick Hildebrandt. The brief is upscale Manhattan grill meets smart Euro bistro, where drinks are no afterthought thanks to Hildebrandt’s 1000-bottle wine cellar.

GT tip: Kick things into gear with an order of the restaurant’s own-label rum, fragrant with gentian and sandalwood.

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australian

11 Barrack St, SydneY

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Aalia

This Martin Place diner is Sydney’s north star when it comes to polished Middle Eastern and North African cuisine. From the mezze section, don’t miss ful medames – a classic Egyptian bean stew – intensified with bone marrow and black walnuts, best scooped up with golden Khorasan pita. Otherwise, go for the Moreton Bay bug chopped through rich chicken-fat orzo and dotted with trout roe.

GT tip: Don’t be shy on the ordering; happily there’s no judgment here when it comes to boxing up leftovers.

$$$$

middle eastern

Shop 7.07-7.08,
25 Martin Pl, Sydney

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Cafe Paci

Trust us… The moment you take a seat at Cafe Paci, order the wickedly fragrant XO trout potato dumplings. You won’t be disappointed. Where the adventure takes you next will depend on the day and what’s in season, but Finnish-born chef-owner Pasi Petänen’s quest for original ideas and bold flavours is a constant in this haven of cool escapism in a discreet position on loud, vibey King Street.

GT tip: Double down on carrots. Start savoury, via the fermented carrots with ‘nduja on rye, and don’t miss their dessert incarnation: carrot sorbet with yoghurt and licorice.

$$

european

131 King St, Newtown

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Ante

This cool, timber-lined rice wine and record bar on a busy Newtown strip has plenty of polish, but it’s the grittier edges that make things interesting. There’s soul on the turntables and funk in the food. The service is warm, the vibe is cool, and there’s no better place to match small producer sakes with big-flavoured dishes.

GT tip:  Ante is walk-in only, so put your name down on the list and go for a drink nearby. The wait is worth it.

$$

contemporary

146 King St, Newtown

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Baba’s Place

The warehouse restaurant – a cartwheel of cultures and flavours – captures the vibrancy of Western Sydney with heart, nostalgia and respect. It all evokes the image of a classic suburban home, yet the restaurant’s ambition is bold, never modest. No wonder the signature taramasalata with praline, pickles and shokupan toast has become one of the city’s iconic dishes.

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australian

20 Sloane St, Marrickville

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Bathers’ Pavilion

Bathers’ Pavilion ticks every box: breezy, blond-and-blue furnishings, service that’s professional but never stuffy, approachable dishes that make the most of the country’s best produce and, of course, a knockout beach view.

$$$

australian

4 The Esplanade, Balmoral

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Corner 75

Corner 75, a place of precious memories for Sydney’s Hungarian-Australians, has sat behind a frill of lace curtains for more than 40 years. In 2025, the paprika-red walls welcomed new owners: Alexander Kelly and Jean-Paul El Tom from Marrickville’s Baba’s Place, and Sixpenny’s Daniel Puskas, who realised a chance to explore his own Hungarian heritage. Together they brought new energy – and a light-as-a-cloud schnitzel – to this beloved neighbourhood gathering place. The legacy lives on.

GT tip: Order fried puffs of lángos bread with caraway seeds and house-made sour cream to start.

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hungarian

75 Frenchmans Rd, Randwick

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Firepop

Sit at the bar in this intriguing inner west diner and you might feel like you’re watching a private show between you and a flaming grill. The skewers – or “pops”, as they’re called here – keep coming, from savoury, smoky, chilli-cumin lamb to cubes of wagyu so marbled it’s like eating butter. Sit upstairs and the velvet carpets and candles make it more the sort of place you’d go on a date. Both ways of experiencing Firepop feel like riding a new wave of Australian dining.

GT tip: Don’t overlook the set menus; they’re generally half the price of some of the city’s big names.

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australian

137 Enmore Rd, Enmore

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A.P Bread and Wine

This latest spot in Darlinghurst behaves like a café/bakery during the day, then morphs into a low-lit, high-vibes restaurant at night. The evening menu makes heavy use of the day’s crumbs and crusts in the best possible way, especially in an anchovy and zucchini spaghetti – the textured strands literally made from leftover bread – which puts in a strong bid for being one of the most memorable pastas in the city.

GT tip: If you’re visiting during breakfast service, you can’t go past the drowned eggs in chicken broth served with crusty baguette.

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contemporary

32 Burton St, Darlinghurst

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Ho Jiak Town Hall

Junda Khoo’s Malaysian playground is dining dynamite. Who wouldn’t delight in silky “laksa bombs” – fat chicken and prawn dumplings infused and drenched with creamy soup? Or tender, sticky-sweet roast duck, dry-aged for 10 days and served with optional foie gras and delicate pancakes? The drinks list is equally eclectic, with more than 100 bottles of wine and by-the-glass drops, vibrant house cocktails and classic beers. Add an elevated open-plan hawker-style room and well-versed staff and you can see why this Town Hall haunt is still red hot after five years.

$$$

malaysian

125 York St, Sydney

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King Clarence

The much-photographed fish finger bao – an irresistible two-bite marvel with silky steamed bun, American cheese and salmon roe – is still in everyone’s Instagram feed, but the rest of the menu at King Clarence is equally captivating. A year on from winning GT’s Best New Restaurant award, the Bentley Group’s neon-tinged hotspot burns as brightly as ever. The spice-driven, share-friendly plates are complemented by inventive fruit- and tea-forward cocktails and a lively wine list.

GT tip: Save room for dessert. The gooey fried peanut butter ice-cream drizzled with salted hojicha green tea caramel is a must.

$$$

modern asian

171 Clarence St, Sydney

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Margaret

Chef and restaurateur Neil Perry’s electric A-list favourite is a temple of top-tier produce, where the steaks would steal the show if only everything else wasn’t equally on point. Sourced from the country’s most storied producers, the sprawling, seasonally driven menu celebrates exceptional local ingredients, prepared with pared-back confidence, precise grilling skills, and a little pan-Asian pixie dust that’s become synonymous with Mr Perry.

$$$$

australian

30-36 Bay St, Double Bay

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Porkfat

Chef Narin “Jack” Kulasai may have trained under Australian Thai food master David Thompson and Quay’s Peter Gilmore, but everything at Porkfat is completely his own. While the room can be loud, the flavours in every dish shout even louder. Spice underpins, but never overwhelms, the whole repertoire.

GT tip: BYO wine and you have a foolproof formula for an audaciously fun night out.

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thai

33 Ultimo Rd, Haymarket

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Postino Osteria

Sometimes a restaurant simply feels right. Despite being barely a year old, Postino Osteria – part of Alessandro Pavoni’s Italian empire, which includes Ormeggio at The Spit and a’Mare – is one of those restaurants. It’s due to the warmth of the service. It’s also the sincerity of the dishes, many of which draw from the team’s childhood memories.

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italian

2 Moonbie St, Summer Hill

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R by Raita Noda

This latest venture from father-son omakase duo Raita and Momotaro Noda is designed to energise multiple senses at once. Just 12 guests are seated along a bar in a stormcloud-grey space to eat a 10-course meal prepared in exacting detail in front of your eyes. Sydney’s fascination with theatrical Japanese dining isn’t going anywhere, and this low-key, high-flavour concept is a top example of the genre.

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japanese

Wunderlich Lane,
Ground Floor,
2 Baptist St, Redfern

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Sixpenny

Sixpenny is now a teenager – just as experimental but with none of the attitude. Chef-owner Daniel Puskas has spent 13 years shaping an innocuous terrace in sleepy Stanmore into one of Australia’s most serene fine-diners, with head chef Tony Schifilliti adding the funk and ferment. Ageing is everywhere, from rice pancakes to nashi pear scales that seal cured silver trevally. Many of the staff here count their tenure in years, not months, because they also know good things take time.

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australian

83 Percival Rd, Stanmore

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This guide to Sydney’s best restaurants has been edited by Gourmet Traveller’s expert reviewer and NSW state editor Alexandra Carlton alongside national guide editor Michael Harry. Under Carlton’s direction, our team of Sydney critics include Gourmet Traveller deputy editor Ceri David, news editor Jordan Kretchmer and food editor Maxwell Adey, along with seasoned restaurant reviewers and writers Nicholas Jordan, Tristan Lutze and Callum McDermott, among others. They have travelled far and wide to visit — and revisit — dozens of restaurants, seeking out the most exceptional meals and memorable dining experiences in Sydney.

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Tasmania’s best restaurants to visit in 2026

How the guide works

To earn a place in this guide, each venue must excel from welcome to farewell, with service, design, originality, consistency and atmosphere each carefully considered. But the most crucial area of excellence is always the food. From fine-diners to city wine bars, bistros, trattorias, izakayas and many more, every restaurant featured in this guide should be considered gold standard. It’s an exciting snapshot of how we like to eat out in 2026 and beyond. All of the restaurants reviewed were visited anonymously between March and July 2025 with reviewers paying their own way.

The price guide has been updated this year to convey the average cost for two people. While we’re big fans of solo dining, restaurant visits are more often a shared experience, and this adjustment reflects that.

PRICE GUIDE

Average cost for two diners, not including drinks.

$ = under $100
$$ = $100 to $175
$$$ = $175 to $250
$$$$ = $250 to $325
$$$$$ = $325+

The Agrarian Kitchen Restaurant

2025 Tasmania State Winner

Tasmania’s 2025 state-winning restaurant opens with a stunning eight-course set menu, starting with artfully plated raw vegetables from its own greenhouse garden, paired with house-made miso and sparkling wine. Seasonal, ingredient-driven dishes continue to impress, from house-made cheeses to a show-stopping olive oil parfait with mulberries. With brilliant service and a focus on local drinks, it’s a dining experience that ranks among Australia’s very best.

$$$$$

Australian

11A The Avenue, New Norfolk

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Fico

Nearly a decade on Hobart’s Macquarie Street, Fico continues to impress with a nine-course set menu that blends European and Japanese influences with standout local ingredients. The eclectic, art-filled dining room mirrors the inventive, continent-spanning approach, making every visit feel both fresh and refined.

$$$$$

european

151A Macquarie St, Hobart

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Oirthir

Set just outside Hobart, this timber-clad restaurant pairs sweeping east coast views with a menu that fuses Scottish, French and Tasmanian influences. Chef-owners Bob Piechniczek and Jillian McInnes let local produce shine in thoughtful, flavour-driven dishes like Boomer Bay oysters and wood-fired soda bread. With a region-focused wine list, it’s an experience best enjoyed at a leisurely pace.

$$$$$

contemporary

357 Marion Bay Rd, Bream Creek

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Omotenashi

Lachlan Colwill and Sophie Pope’s kaiseki experience in a Tasmanian luxury car showroom is full of delightful surprises. Serving just 10 diners a night, their seafood-driven menu showcases a direct line from producer to plate, from school whiting to sake-steamed abalone. Thoughtful, restrained dishes and take-home bento boxes make every visit a memorable experience.

$$$$$

japanese

4/160 Elizabeth St, Hobart

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Scholé

On the edge of Hobart’s CBD, Luke Burgess’ 10-seat restaurant is a hidden gem where Japanese-inspired dishes meet local ingredients in strikingly inventive ways. From perfectly grilled rice cakes to delicate venison carpaccio and vibrant swordfish plates, every course is a masterclass in flavour and technique. With a thoughtfully curated wine and sake list, this intimate spot promises a dining experience that’s not to be missed.

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contemporary

227 Liverpool St, Hobart

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Stillwater Restaurant

Owners Bianca Welsh, James Welsh and chef Craig Will lead a team that delivers imaginative, globally inspired dishes showcasing the best of Tasmanian produce, from addictive wallaby wings with gochujang glaze to roasted quail and miso-topped scallops. With a wine list that rivals the world’s best, this riverside gem proves that 25 years can still feel thrillingly alive.

$$$$

australian

2 Bridge Rd, Launceston

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Our expert critics

This guide to Tasmania’s best restaurants has been edited by Gourmet Traveller’s expert reviewer and Tasmania and Victoria state editor Michael Harden alongside national guide editor Michael Harry. Under Harden’s direction, our team of Tasmanian critics include Gourmet Traveller seasoned restaurant reviewer Alix Davis and Tasmanian-based writer Nola James. They have explored Hobart and beyond, visiting and revisiting numerous restaurants in pursuit of Tasmania’s most exceptional meals and unforgettable dining experiences.

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Adelaide’s best restaurants to visit in 2026

How the guide works

To earn a place in this guide, each venue must excel from welcome to farewell, with service, design, originality, consistency and atmosphere each carefully considered. But the most crucial area of excellence is always the food. From fine-diners to city wine bars, bistros, trattorias, izakayas and many more, every restaurant featured in this guide should be considered gold standard. It’s an exciting snapshot of how we like to eat out in 2026 and beyond. All of the restaurants reviewed were visited anonymously between March and July 2025 with reviewers paying their own way. The price guide has been updated this year to convey the average cost for two people. While we’re big fans of solo dining, restaurant visits are more often a shared experience, and this adjustment reflects that.

PRICE GUIDE

Average cost for two diners, not including drinks.

$ = under $100
$$ = $100 to $175
$$$ = $175 to $250
$$$$ = $250 to $325
$$$$$ = $325+

Kiin

At Kiin (Thai for “eat”), the aromas of galangal and lemongrass set the scene while diners at the bar watch creativity unfold over fiery charcoal burners. Executive chef Ben Bertei brings Queensland’s Spirit House influence to inventive snacks and vibrant mains, while Thai-inspired desserts, imaginative cocktails from Darren Burton, and a strong local wine list complete the playful, flavour-packed experience.

$$$

Thai

73 Angas St, Adelaide

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Allegra Dining Room

Perched above Etica, this plant-based set menu surprises at every turn, from punchy parsnip soup to yuzu-infused croquettes. In the intimate 28-seat space, fresh florals, chilled music and playful touches make for a dining experience full of personality and flair.

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Vegan

L1, 125 Gilles St, Adelaide

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Restaurant Botanic

Guests begin with sunrise lime kombucha at the Adelaide Botanic Garden, setting the stage for a 21-course menu that celebrates native Australian ingredients and storytelling. From juniper-smoked kangaroo to emu egg custard tart, dishes arrive in seashells and handmade earthenware, while inventive wine and non-alcoholic pairings complete the unforgettable experience.

$$$$$

Australian

Plane Tree Dr, Adelaide

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Magill Estate Restaurant

This fine-dining matriarch pairs nearly 200 years of winemaking heritage with a bold, modern kitchen. Seasonal, garden-driven dishes ranging from trout roe crumpets to blue mackerel aguachile arrive with inventive wine pairings, making every meal memorable, exciting and distinctly South Australian.

$$$$$

contemporary

78 Penfold Rd, Magill

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This guide to Adelaide’s best restaurants has been edited by Gourmet Traveller’s expert reviewer and South Australia state editor Katie Spain alongside national guide editor Michael Harry. Spain has travelled far and wide to visit — and revisit — dozens of restaurants, seeking out the most exceptional meals and memorable dining experiences in Adelaide.

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To earn a place in this guide, each venue must excel with service, design, originality, consistency and atmosphere each carefully considered. But the most crucial area of excellence is always the food. From fine-diners to city wine bars, bistros, trattorias, izakayas and many more, every restaurant featured in this guide should be considered gold standard. It’s an exciting snapshot of how we like to eat out in 2026 and beyond.

All of the restaurants were visited between March and July 2025, with reviewers visiting anonymously and paying for their bills in full.

PRICE GUIDE

Average cost for two diners, not including drinks.

$ = under $100
$$ = $100 to $175
$$$ = 175 to $250
$$$$ = $250 to $325
$$$$$ = $325+

How the guide works

Brisbane’s top restaurants for 2026

Essa

2025 Queensland State Winner

Attention to detail and thoughtfulness course through the veins of Essa, Gourmet Traveller’s 2025 Queensland State Winner. In this sleek dining room, every dish exudes whimsical elegance, with every element carefully considered. Take, for instance, the grilled Moreton Bay bug — brushed with bay leaf butter and topped with a scatter of sea herbs that lend the dish an unexpected lift.

$$$

Australian

181 Robertson St, Fortitude Valley

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Agnes

An oldie but a goodie, Agnes still burns bright five years later. The menu dances between old favourites – the potato sourdough with smoked butter isn’t going anywhere –  and new thrills, including peach-smoked oxheart tomatoes with Olasagasti anchovies on toasted sourdough. As usual, fire leads the way, whether its calamari and cavolo nero grilled over flame and finished with roasted beurre blanc, or otherwise.

$$$

Australian

22 Agnes St, Fortitude Valley   

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August

Housed in a stunningly refurbished church in West End and decked out in mid-century furniture, August delivers classic yet creative food and drink, inspired by European techniques and dishes. Scallop St Jacques, for example, is finished with grated black truffle to enhance a creamy morel sauce. Meanwhile, the light-filled dining room isn’t the only source of warmth. With service lead by chef Brad Cooper’s partner, Matilda Riek, August glows with approachability and comfort.

$$$

EUROPEAN

19 dornoch tce, west end

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Exhibition

From the opening snacks to the petits fours delivered in a wooden box, the 24-seat underground diner proves dégustation dining still delights. The tasting menu rewards with over 20 kaiseki-style plates showcasing unexpected ingredients — even Nutri-Grain gets a look-in via a crisp churro dessert in which the classic cereal is transformed into miso to make a butterscotch sauce that pairs perfectly with salted cream. The wine list leans Old World and spotlights small producers.

$$$$$

Contemporary

Basement, 109 Edward St, Brisbane

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Gerard’s

A decade on and Gerard’s still has the moxie that helped put Brisbane’s dining scene on the map. Creative cocktails flavoured with baharat salt and za’atar sit pretty next to a host of wines from Lebanon and Morocco, while the food punches above its weight, charged with Levantine flavours. Wood-grilled manoushe lathered with toum and curry leaf za’atar become the perfect vessel for an impossibly creamy baba ganoush enriched with parsley oil.

$$

MIDDLE EASTERN

Shop 14/15 James St, Fortitude Valley

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Gum Bistro

A bistro that excels at all the right things, Gum Bistro celebrates small wine labels and pairs them with unpretentious, seasonal food. The menu spotlights locally sourced vegetables from Falls Farm and proteins treated with care. Order a platter of crunchy crudites with dill-spiked goat’s yoghurt, or seared trevalla in beurre noisette with capers. On weekends, you’ll find elevated spins on classics like steak and eggs — with premium wagyu beef and boudin noir sausage upgrading the stock standard steak.

$$

australian

237 Boundary St, West End

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Joy Restaurant

You know that warm and fuzzy feeling – dare we say joy – that comes with exceptional hospitality? It’s hard to miss here. Owner-chef Sarah Baldwin and beverage expert Loren Mitchell-Moore are consummate hosts at this 10-seat counter. When the food is this good and the company this nice, time slips away.

$$$$$

CONTEMPORARY

Shop 7, 694 Ann St, Fortitude Valley

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Pilloni

This corner spot in one of Brisbane’s more offbeat neighbourhoods brings a certain laid-back charm and gregariousness to the area. After your mandatory aperitif — say, a Bitter Roma Rosso with an orange slice — follow up with a tight double act: frittura di pesce (fried calamari and small fish served with wasabi mayo) and a raw prawn chickpea tart. From there, venture into ragù territory or enjoy the market fish of the day, cooked over coals. A glass of wine is less of a question and more of an expectation. Choose from a wine list spanning regions from Tuscany to Tasmania and interspersed with Sardinian labels.

$$$

sardinian

166 hardgrave rd, west end

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Short Grain by Martin Boetz

This casual diner in Fortitude Valley makes a serious play for Brisbane’s best Thai. Crispy chicken skin is turbo-charged with smoked river trout, green mango and peanut relish, while Chiang Mai beef larb is brightened with fresh, fragrant herbs. The cocktail list is sharp and the wine offering caters to soft, aromatic whites to cut the spice. Excellent service closes the loop, with chef Martin Boez doing the rounds — ordering advice at the ready.

$$

thai

15 marshall st, fortitude valley

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Supernormal Brisbane

The Brisbane spin-off of cult-favourite Melbourne powerhouse, Supernormal, feels distinctly different thanks to its golden tones, river views and indoor palms. Service however, is as attentive as ever, and with a splurge-worthy wine list and thoughtful touches, the northern outpost still carries The Trader House DNA.

$$$

contemporary

443 queen st, brisbane

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Sushi Room

Indulgence comes with a side of creativity at this Japanese restaurant at the bottom of The Calile Hotel. Oscietra caviar gives a briny edge to white chocolate ice-cream drizzled with yuzu olive oil, while highly marbled wagyu tenderloin arrives with onion jus and black truffle. The finest otoro and sea urchin are also found here in this moody dining room that oozes modern luxury. Drinks follow suit with an extensive sake selection and splurge-worthy wine options from Champagne, Burgundy and Australia. You won’t want to stop at just one.

$$$$$

JAPANESE

GROUND LEVEL, THE CALILE HOTEL, 48 JAMES ST, FORTITUDE VALLEY

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Our expert critics

This guide to Brisbane’s best restaurants has been edited by Gourmet Traveller’s expert reviewer and Queensland state editor Elliot Baker alongside national guide editor Michael Harry. Under Baker’s direction, our team of Brisbane critics include seasoned restaurant reviewers and writers, Becca Wang and Alex Mitcheson, among others. They have travelled far and wide to visit — and revisit — dozens of restaurants, seeking out the most exceptional meals and memorable dining experiences in Brisbane.

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Our expert critics

This guide to the best Canberra restaurants in 2026 has been edited by Gourmet Traveller’s national guide editor and Australian Capital Territory state editor, Michael Harry. Harry has travelled far and wide to visit — and revisit — dozens of restaurants, seeking out the most exceptional meals and memorable dining experiences in Canberra.

The best restaurants in Canberra in 2026

Lunetta

2025 ACT State Winner

This architectural icon housed atop Red Hill serves a polished, Italian-ish menu with dishes cooked over flames in the open kitchen. On ground level, you’ll find more casual fare via Lunetta Trattoria, while upstairs, fine-dining dazzles. Pasta is a standout — as is the knockout view.

$$$

ITALIAN

60 RED HILL DR, RED HILL

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Mínima

Brothers Mork and Benn Ratanakosol have made their mark in Yarralulma with a 22-seat wine bar that dabbles in Thai, Chinese and Southeast Asian flavours, alongside European influences. Killer snacks with modern spins are the name of the game — try the mee goreng with shattery pork chicharon.

$$

CONTEMPORARY

29 BENTHAM ST, YARRALUMLA

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Onzieme

The sleek, loosely European wine bar brings big-city energy to a low-key Canberra corner. Specialising in natural drops with personality and well-matched plates that occasionally swerve Asian, the elegantly casual bar comes complete with a hidden basement (11e Cave) for one last tipple.

$$

CONTEMPORARY

5/39 kennedy st, kingston (cnr eyre and kennedy st)

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Pilot

Located at the back of a suburban shopping strip, this quietly brilliant 24-seat fine-diner surprises and delights. Owners Dash Rumble and Ross McQuinn, together with chef Mal Hanslow, serve up a playful tasting menu and an all-Australian drinks list.

$$$$

australian

1 wakefield gardens, ainslie shops

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Such and Such

The casual sibling to fine-diner Pilot, Such and Such is ideal for those post-work cocktails that turn into late-night dinners. Food-wise, expect influences from Thai to Middle Eastern, and a wine list stocked with local naturals.

$$

AUSTRALIAN

CONSTITUTION PLACE, 220 LONDON CCT, CANBERRA

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How the guide works

To earn a place in this guide, each venue must excel from welcome to farewell, with service, design, originality, consistency and atmosphere each carefully considered. But the most crucial area of excellence is always the food. From fine-diners to city wine bars, bistros, trattorias, izakayas and many more, every restaurant featured in this guide should be considered gold standard. It’s an exciting snapshot of how we like to eat out in 2026 and beyond. All of the restaurants reviewed were visited anonymously between March and July 2025 with reviewers paying their own way.

The price guide has been updated this year to convey the average cost for two people. While we’re big fans of solo dining, restaurant visits are more often a shared experience, and this adjustment reflects that.

PRICE GUIDE

Average cost for two diners, not including drinks.

$ = under $100
$$ = $100 to $175
$$$ = 175 to $250
$$$$ = $250 to $325
$$$$$ = $325+

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Perth’s best restaurants to visit in 2026

Gibney

2025 Western Australia State Winner

George Kailis’ magnum opus isn’t just a restaurant, it’s a statement. A statement that insists Perth’s most famous beach demands an equally distinguished dining destination. And with a menu full of subtle flourishes and a heavyweight cellar teeming with riches, Gibney more than walks the walk.

$$$$

CONTEMPORARY

40 Marine Pde, Cottesloe

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Ah Um

The restaurant offshoot of hi-fi listening bar Astral Weeks is dark, loud, hot and cool all at the same time. Chef Branden Scott enjoys surprising diners by combining ingredients in unexpected ways on the punchy menu.

$$

CONTEMPORARY

Shop 12/60-66 Roe St, Northbridge

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Casa

From day one, Casa has operated as a house of no fixed address when it comes to cuisine. Chicken liver mousse toasts and debonair millefeuilles may trigger flashbacks to Paris, although prawn cocktail lettuce cups and an ace burger are more Chateau Marmont than Montmartre. then you spy Paul Bentley’s forays into cocina Mexicana and understand, not for the first time, why his cooking commands a national following. The kitchen’s hit rate is impressive, and the front-of-house team is equally reliable.

$$$

CONTEMPORARY

399 oXFORD ST, MOUNT HAWTHORN

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Hearth Restaurant and Lounge

Like the entire Ritz-Carlton Perth precinct, this soaring ground-floor dining room adorned with stone and azure has sworn allegiance to its home state. For chef Brian Cole, repping Western Australia means using smoke and fire to bring out the best in pristine locally sourced ingredients.

$$$

AUSTRALIAN

1 Barrack St, Perth

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Le Rebelle

Bistro dining driven by head chef James Knubley is the name of the game at Le Rebelle, yet visitors interpret the rules in different ways. Traditionalists come to reminisce over the classics. Others are happiest when dinner breaks with tradition – when duck frites are accompanied by rich béarnaise, or when two-bite crab brioche toasts are proposed as both entrée or dessert. Career waiters bring professionalism and personality – another reason why Le Rebelle is so perennially charming.

$$$

FRENCH

676 BEAUFORT ST, MOUNT LAWLEY

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Lulu La Delizia

Lulu La Delizia is as much a reflection of Joel Valvasori-Pereza’s personality as it is a temple to Northern Italian flavours. With James Higgs helming the kitchen, signatures like grappa-spiked tiramisù meet inventive pastas and a powerhouse cellar, while the new cantina extends the restaurant’s soulful, free-spirited appeal.

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ITALIAN

5/97 ROKEBY RD, SUBIACO

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Oscar’s in the Valley

An unlikely address in the Swan Valley only adds to the sense of wonder that comes with lunching at this airy dining room surrounded by vines, olive trees and farmland. Surprises unfold at every turn, from the deep savour of house-cured prosciutto cleverly paired with wedges of grilled apple, to upcycling fish trim into smoky, unctuous rillettes.

GT tip: The structured tasting menus are the best way to understand chef Justin Hughes’ considered approach to cooking and sourcing.

$$$

AUSTRALIAN

45 Hyem Rd, Herne Hill

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Wildflower

At Wildflower, adventurous dining meets refined luxury. Under the guidance of former Geranium sous chef Paul Wilson and stylish manager Ryan de Villiers, every dish and drink is crafted with precision, imagination, and a touch of native Australian flair.

$$$$

AUSTRALIAN

1 Cathedral Ave, Perth

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Our expert critics

This guide to Perth’s best restaurants in 2026 has been edited by Gourmet Traveller’s expert reviewer, national guide editor and Western Australia state editor Max Veenhuyzen alongside national guide editor Michael Harry. Veenhuyzen has travelled far and wide to visit — and revisit — the best restaurants, seeking out the most exceptional meals and memorable dining experiences in Perth.

How the guide works

To earn a place in this guide, each venue must excel from welcome to farewell, with service, design, originality, consistency and atmosphere each carefully considered. But the most crucial area of excellence is always the food. From fine-diners to city wine bars, bistros, trattorias, izakayas and many more, every restaurant featured in this guide should be considered gold standard. It’s an exciting snapshot of how we like to eat out in 2025 and beyond.

All of the restaurants reviewed were visited anonymously between March
and July 2025 with reviewers paying their own way.

The price guide has been updated this year to convey the average cost for two people. While we’re big fans of solo dining, restaurant visits are more often a shared experience, and this adjustment reflects that.

PRICE GUIDE

Average cost for two diners, not including drinks.

$ = under $100
$$ = $100 to $175
$$$ = 175 to $250
$$$$ = $250 to $325
$$$$$ = $325+

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Our expert critics

This guide to Sydney’s best restaurants has been edited by Gourmet Traveller’s expert reviewer and NSW state editor Alexandra Carlton alongside national guide editor Michael Harry. Under Carlton’s direction, our team of Sydney critics include Gourmet Traveller deputy editor Ceri David, former digital editor Cordelia Williamson, news editor Jordan Kretchmer and food editor Maxwell Adey, along with seasoned restaurant reviewers and writers Nicholas Jordan, Tristan Lutze, Tiffany Dunk, Callum McDermott and Charlotte Wishart. They have travelled far and wide to visit — and revisit — dozens of restaurants, seeking out the most exceptional meals and memorable dining experiences in New South Wales.

Saint Peter

2025 Restaurant of the Year and NSW State Winner

This iconic seafood spot is making waves in a stunning new location. 

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Seafood

161 Underwood st, Paddington

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Aalia

Sydney, NSW

Mezze, meat and more in the heart of the city.

$$$$

middle eastern

Shop 7.07-7.08,
25 Martin Pl, Sydney

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Ante

Sydney, NSW

Sake, vinyl and playfully precise plates converge at Newtown’s coolest wine bar. 

$$

contemporary

146 King St, Newtown

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A.P Bread and Wine

Sydney, NSW

The A.P empire makes its first night moves at this round-the-clock diner.

$$

contemporary

32 Burton St, Darlinghurst

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Baba’s Place

Sydney, NSW

This warehouse of fun cartwheels between cultures and cuisines.

$$

australian

20 Sloane St, Marrickville

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Bathers’ Pavilion Restaurant

Sydney, NSW

A waterfront classic that delivers reliable delights.

$$$

australian

4 The Esplanade, Balmoral

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Bessie’s and Alma’s

Sydney, NSW

The most “Sydney” restaurant in Sydney right now.

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MEDITERRANEAN

111-115 Albion St, Surry hills

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Bistro Livi

Murwillumbah, NSW

Quintessentially Australian dining that’s relaxed, refined and utterly its own. 

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contemporary

1A/1-3 Brisbane St, Murwillumbah

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Cafe Paci

Sydney, NSW

Eclectic and energising: Paci is one of Sydney’s great menus.

$$

european

131 King St, Newtown

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Corner 75

Sydney, NSW

Heartfelt Hungarian, preserved and protected by a gun restaurant team.

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hungarian

75 frenchmans rd, randwick

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Eleven Barrack

Sydney, NSW

A glamorous dining room in a heritage bank is another hit for Bentley Group.

$$$

AUSTRALIAN

11 BARRACK ST, SYDNEY

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EXP. Restaurant

Hunter Valley, NSW

The service at this Hunter Valley icon is almost as pleasing as the low-waste, high-taste cooking.

$$$$$

AUSTRALIAN

POKOLBIN VILLAGE, 2188 BROKE RD, POKOLBIN

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Firepop

Sydney, NSW

This Enmore firestarter is top of the pops.

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AUSTRALIAN

137 ENMORE RD, ENMORE

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Ho Jiak Town Hall

Sydney, NSW

This modern Malay powerhouse is hotter than ever after five years.

$$$

MALAYSIAN

125 YORK ST, SYDNEY

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King Clarence

Sydney, NSW

Khanh Nguyen’s pan-Asian diner is the city’s hottest power lunch spot.

$$$

ASIAN

171 CLARENCE ST, SYDNEY

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Margaret

Sydney, NSW

The jewel of the Neil Perry empire puts great produce in the spotlight.

$$$$

AUSTRALIAN

30-36 BAY ST, DOUBLE BAY

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Megalong

Blue Mountains, NSW

Nature dictates the plates at this seductively simple Blue Mountains hideaway.

$$$$

AUSTRALIAN

3-7 PEACH TREE RD, MEGALONG VALLEY

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Olympus Dining

Sydney, NSW

Glamorous Greek eats in one of Sydney’s liveliest dining rooms.

$$$

GREEK

WUNDERLICH LANE, 2 BAPTIST ST, REDFERN

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Pilu at Freshwater

Sydney, NSW

A beloved waterfront favourite still radiates Sardinian sunshine. 

$$$

SARDINIAN

MOORE RD, FRESHWATER

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Pipit

Pottsville, NSW

Sharp technique, a sustainable ethos and a sense of place come together at this quietly assured coastal diner. 

$$$$

CONTEMPORARY

SHOP 4, 8 CORONATION AVE, POTTSVILLE

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Porcine

Sydney, NSW

Paddington’s salon de swine now has a broader remit.

$$$

FRENCH

268 OXFORD ST, PADDINGTON

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Porkfat

Sydney, NSW

A rowdy room serving fiery Thai that never holds back on flavour.

$

THAI

33 ULTIMO RD, HAYMARKET

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Postino Osteria

Sydney, NSW

A new Italian restaurant that seems like it’s been there forever.

$$

ITALIAN

2 MOONBIE ST, SUMMER HILL

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Quay

Sydney, NSW

Sydney’s bedrock fine-diner stays the same while embracing change.

$$$$$

AUSTRALIAN

UPPER LEVEL, OVERSEAS PASSENGER TERMINAL, THE ROCKS

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R by Raita Noda

Sydney, NSW

An intimate omakase experience that puts flavour at the heart of the action.

$$$$$

JAPANESE

WUNDERLICH LANE, GROUND FLOOR, 2 BAPTIST ST, REDFERN

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Sixpenny

Sydney, NSW

The tiny inner-west terrace peddling funk-driven fine dining. 

$$$$$

AUSTRALIAN

83 PERCIVAL RD, STANMORE

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How the guide works

To earn a place in this guide, each venue must excel from welcome to farewell, with service, design, originality, consistency and atmosphere each carefully considered. But the most crucial area of excellence is always the food. Every restaurant featured in this guide should be considered gold standard. It’s an exciting snapshot of how we like to eat out in 2026 and beyond.

All of the restaurants reviewed were visited anonymously between March and July 2025 with reviewers paying their own way.

The price guide has been updated this year to convey the average cost for two people. While we’re big fans of solo dining, restaurant visits are more often a shared experience, and this adjustment reflects that.

PRICE GUIDE

Average cost for two diners, not including drinks.

$ = under $100
$$ = $100 to $175
$$$ = 175 to $250
$$$$ = $250 to $325
$$$$$ = $325+

Annual Restaurant Guide

View THE National Guide

how it works

The post The best restaurants in NSW right now appeared first on Gourmet Traveller.

Our expert critics

This guide to Queensland’s best restaurants has been edited by Gourmet Traveller’s expert reviewer and Queensland state editor Elliot Baker alongside national guide editor Michael Harry. Under Baker’s direction, our team of critics include seasoned restaurant reviewers and writers, Becca Wang and Alex Mitcheson, among others. They have travelled far and wide to visit — and revisit — dozens of restaurants, seeking out the most exceptional meals and memorable dining experiences in Queensland.

Essa

2025 Queensland State Winner

This ever-consistent wood-fired favourite brings playfulness to fine dining.

$$$

Australian

181 Robertson St, Fortitude Valley

read full review

Agnes

Brisbane, QLD

The flames – and new ideas – keep burning bright at Brisbane’s temple of fire.

$$$

Australian

22 Agnes St, Fortitude Valley

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August

Brisbane, QLD

European-inspired plates and relaxed service inside a former house of worship. 

$$$

European

19 Dornoch Tce, West End, QLD

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Bar Soma

Hervey Bay, QLD

Hervey Bay is known for its beaches, humpback whales – and now, this brilliant little wine bar.

$$

Australian

5/346 Esplanade, Scarness, Qld

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Blume

Boonah, QLD

This stellar regional restaurant is in full bloom.

$$$$

Australian

Shop 4, 12 High St, Boonah

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Exhibition

Brisbane, QLD

Tim Scott and his team showcase skill and artistry across more than 20 courses.

$$$$$

Contemporary

Basement, 109 Edward St, Brisbane

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Gerard’s

Brisbane, QLD

This James Street stalwart brings centuries-old Levantine flavours into 2025. 

$$

Middle Eastern

Shop 14, 15 James St, Fortitude Valley

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Gum Bistro

Brisbane, QLD

This relaxed neighbourhood diner serves serious food from brunch to dinner.

$$

Australian

237 Boundary St, West End, Brisbane

read full review

Joy

Brisbane, QLD

An elusive seat at Sarah Baldwin’s coveted counter is worth the effort. 

$$$$$

Contemporary

Shop 7, 694 Ann St, Fortitude Valley

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Jungle Fowl

Port Douglas, QLD

Vibrant Thai fare in the tropical heart of Far North Queensland.

$$

Thai

2/28 Wharf St, Port Douglas

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Norté

Gold Coast, QLD

Exciting Latin flavours with a sophisticated Gold Coast pedigree.

$$$

Latin American

2217 Gold Coast Highway, Mermaid Beach

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Pilloni

Brisbane, QLD

Disarmingly good Italian food executed with a regional twist.

$$$

Sardinian

166 Hardgrave Rd, West End

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Restaurant Labart

Burleigh Heads, QLD

A laid-back coastal bistro from a supremely talented duo. 

$$

European

8 West St, Burleigh Heads

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Short Grain by Martin Boetz

Brisbane, QLD

A stalwart of brilliant Thai cooking continues its reign. 

$$

Thai

15 Marshall Street, Fortitude Valley

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Supernormal Brisbane

Brisbane, QLD

Andrew McConnell brings his pan-Asian diner to town with a whole new vibe.

$$$

contemporary

443 Queen Street, Brisbane

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Sushi Room

Brisbane, QLD

Precise technique in luxury surrounds on the ground floor of The Calile Hotel.

$$$$$

Japanese

Ground level, The Calile Hotel, 48 James St, Fortitude Valley

Read full review

How the guide works

To earn a place in this guide, each venue must excel from welcome to farewell, with service, design, originality, consistency and atmosphere each carefully considered. But the most crucial area of excellence is always the food. From fine-diners to city wine bars, bistros, trattorias, izakayas and many more, every restaurant featured in this guide should be considered gold standard. It’s an exciting snapshot of how we like to eat out in 2026 and beyond.

All of the restaurants reviewed were visited anonymously between March and July 2025 with reviewers paying their own way.

The price guide has been updated this year to convey the average cost for two people. While we’re big fans of solo dining, restaurant visits are more often a shared experience, and this adjustment reflects that.

PRICE GUIDE

Average cost for two diners, not including drinks.

$ = under $100
$$ = $100 to $175
$$$ = $175 to $250
$$$$ = $250 to $325
$$$$$ = $325+

Annual Restaurant Guide

View THE National Guide

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From state-winning hotel restaurants to party-forward laneway venues serving up reimagined Filipino fare, these top Victorian restaurants reflect the culinary capital’s diversity. Though they vary in style, each of them is consistent in the things that count: hospitable service, world-class cooking and stellar drops.

Every restaurant featured is considered gold standard by our expert critics, who’ve searched far and wide for the best places to eat, drink and celebrate Victoria’s vibrant dining culture. See how the guide works.

Whether you’re looking to indulge in conspicuous consumption in the heart of the city, make a weekend out of a destination diner or simply after a low-key affair, dining out in Victoria has never been so full of possibilities — and this restaurant guide is your north star.

Our expert critics

This guide to Victoria’s best restaurants in 2026 has been edited by Gourmet Traveller’s expert reviewer and Victoria state editor Michael Harden alongside national guide editor Michael Harry. Under Harden’s direction, our team of critics also includes seasoned restaurant reviewer and writer Larissa Dubecki. Our team has travelled far and wide to visit – and revisit – dozens of restaurants, seeking out the most exceptional meals and memorable experiences in Melbourne and regional Victoria.

Marmelo

2025 Victoria State Winner

This is the hotel restaurant Melbourne has been waiting for. 

$$$

portuguese

130 Russell St, Melbourne

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Barragunda Dining

Cape Schanck, VIC

A game-changing new destination diner on the Mornington Peninsula. 

$$$$

australian

113 Cape Schanck Rd, Cape Schanck

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Bistra

Melbourne, VIC

This minimalist bistro in a Carlton terrace makes classic dishes feel new again. 

$$$

australian

157 Elgin St, Carlton

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Brae

Birregurra, VIC

Home-grown fruits, vegetables and herbs play the starring role in this uniquely Australian culinary performance.

$$$$$

Australian

4285 Cape Otway Rd, Birregurra

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Carnation Canteen

Melbourne, VIC

Carnation elevates simplicity in flavour and design to the level of art.

$$$

mediterranean

165 Gore St, Fitzroy

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Chauncy

Heathcote, VIC

A destination diner for lovers of classic French food and wine.

$$

french

178 High St, Heathcote

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Di Stasio Carlton

Melbourne, VIC

This inner-north outpost is a masterclass in Italian design and flavour.

$$$

italian

224 Faraday St, Carlton

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Du Fermier

Trentham, VIC

Annie Smithers’ Euro-channelling gem is a Victorian regional classic.

$$$$

EUROPEAN

42 High St, Trentham

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Embla

Melbourne, VIC

This ever-packed, ever-delicious wine bar is a beloved Melbourne legend.

$$$

AUSTRALIAN

122 Russell St, Melbourne

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Etta

Melbourne, VIC

This beautifully run neighbourhood restaurant deftly balances comfort and creativity.

$$$

AUSTRALIAN

60 LYGON ST, BRUNSWICK EAST

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Flower Drum

Melbourne, VIC

The Drum still hits after fifty years of high-end Cantonese mastery.

$$$$

cantonese

17 Market Ln, Melbourne

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Gimlet

Melbourne, VIC

Andrew McConnell’s flagship restaurant gives the people what they want.

$$$$

EUROPEAN

33 Russell St, Melbourne

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Kafeneion

Melbourne, VIC

Refined Athenian comfort food stylishly extends Melbourne’s Greek repertoire.

$$

GREEK

Level 1, 161 Spring St, Melbourne

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Lagoon Dining

Melbourne, VIC

Exciting pan-Asian flavours in the heart of Little Italy.

$$$

asian

263 Lygon St, Carlton

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Lake House

Daylesford, VIC

The charm, flavour and hospitality of Lake House never gets old.

$$$$$

Australian

4 King St, Daylesford

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Lee Ho Fook

Melbourne, VIC

Wit, flavour and skill come together beautifully at this modern Chinese diner.

$$$

chinese

11-15 Duckboard Pl, Melbourne

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Maison Bâtard

2025 Best New Restaurant

Winner of our Best New Restaurant Award, this opulent four-level portal to France is far more than a bistro. 

$$$$

french

23 Bourke St, Melbourne

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Manzé

North Melbourne, VIC

Precise spicing and relaxed vibes make a compelling mix.

$$

mauritian

Shop 2, 1-5 Errol St,
North Melbourne

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Minamishima

Melbourne, VIC

An exalted and exacting sushi omakase with surprises up its sleeve. 

$$$$$

japanese

4 Lord St, Richmond

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O.My

Beaconsfield, VIC

A farm-to-table treasure in Melbourne’s south-east bursts with heart and humour.

$$$$$

australian

70 Princes Hwy, Beaconsfield (cnr
of Souter St)

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Provenance

Beechworth, VIC

Provenance’s Japanese-esque mastery now includes an à la carte option.

$$$$$

japanese

86 Ford St, Beechworth

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Serai

Melbourne, VIC

A big-flavoured, wood-fired Pinoy party. 

$$$

filipino

7 Racing Club La, Melbourne

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Stokehouse

Melbourne, VIC

This St Kilda Beach stalwart is better than ever.

$$$$

Australian

30 Jacka Blvd, St Kilda

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Tedesca Osteria

Red Hill, VIC

A long, languid lunch that dreams are made of.

$$$$$

Australian

1175 Mornington-Flinders Rd, Red Hill

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Toddy Shop

Melbourne, VIC

Whether boutique or blockbuster, Mischa Tropp’s Indian multiverse delivers spicy thrills. 

$$

southern indian

Rear/191A Smith St, Fitzroy

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Vue de monde

Melbourne, VIC

Melbourne’s sky-high degustation stalwart continues to impress.

$$$$$

Australian

Level 55 Rialto South Tower, 525 Collins St, Melbourne

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How the guide works

To earn a place in this guide, each venue must excel from welcome to farewell, with service, design, originality, consistency and atmosphere each carefully considered. But the most crucial area of excellence is always the food. Every restaurant featured in this guide should be considered gold standard. It’s an exciting snapshot of how we like to eat out in 2026 and beyond.

All of the restaurants reviewed were visited anonymously between March and July 2025 with reviewers paying their own way.

The price guide has been updated this year to convey the average cost for two people. While we’re big fans of solo dining, restaurant visits are more often a shared experience, and this adjustment reflects that.

PRICE GUIDE

Average cost for two diners, not including drinks.

$ = under $100
$$ = $100 to $175
$$$ = 175 to $250
$$$$ = $250 to $325
$$$$$ = $325+

Annual Restaurant Guide

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Our expert critics

This guide to South Australia’s best restaurants has been edited by Gourmet Traveller’s expert reviewer and South Australia state editor Katie Spain alongside national guide editor Michael Harry. Spain has travelled far and wide to visit — and revisit — dozens of restaurants, seeking out the most exceptional meals and memorable dining experiences in South Australia.

Staġuni

2025 South Australia State Winner

Convivial Maltese cooking in a heritage primary school is a game-changer for the Barossa.

$$$

Mediterranean

457 Seppeltsfield Rd, Marananga

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Allegra Dining Room

Adelaide, SA

Fine dining with vegan verve, this intimate spot serves up bold flavours with flair.

$$$$

Vegan

L1, 125 Gilles St, Adelaide

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Kiin

Adelaide, SA

A creative, contemporary twist on Thai street food.

$$$

Thai

73 Angas St, Adelaide

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LVN Restaurant at Bird in Hand

Woodside, SA

An exquisite long-lunch destination on Bird in Hand’s Woodside estate in the Adelaide Hills.

$$$$$

Australian

150 Pfeiffer Rd, Woodside

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Magill Estate Restaurant

Adelaide, SA

A grand dame of fine-dining for a decade and counting. 

$$$$$

Contemporary

78 Penfold Rd, Magill

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Maxwell Restaurant

McLaren Vale, SA

Essential wine country degustation dining with imaginative twists.

$$$$$

Contemporary

19 Olivers Rd, McLaren Vale

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Ondeen

Verdun, SA

This no-waste Adelaide Hills utopia celebrates the best of South Australian produce. 

$$$

Australian

15 Onkaparinga Valley Rd, Verdun

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Restaurant Botanic

Adelaide, SA

This immersive multi-course journey begins before you even step through the door.

$$$$$

Australian

Plane Tree Dr, Adelaide

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The Little Rickshaw

Aldinga, SA

Book early for this contemporary take on Southeast Asian cuisine.

$$$

Asian

24 Old Coach Rd, Aldinga

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Thelma

Piccadilly, SA

A cosy-cool farm-to-table bistro with a short menu embracing local produce. 

$$

European

176 Piccadilly Rd, Piccadilly

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How the guide works

To earn a place in this guide, each venue must excel from welcome to farewell, with service, design, originality, consistency and atmosphere each carefully considered. But the most crucial area of excellence is always the food. From fine-diners to city wine bars, bistros, trattorias, izakayas and many more, every restaurant featured in this guide should be considered gold standard. It’s an exciting snapshot of how we like to eat out in 2026 and beyond.

All of the restaurants reviewed were visited anonymously between March and July 2025 with reviewers paying their own way.

The price guide has been updated this year to convey the average cost for two people. While we’re big fans of solo dining, restaurant visits are more often a shared experience, and this adjustment reflects that.

PRICE GUIDE

Average cost for two diners, not including drinks.

$ = under $100
$$ = $100 to $175
$$$ = $175 to $250
$$$$ = $250 to $325
$$$$$ = $325+

Annual Restaurant Guide

View THE National Guide

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Every restaurant featured is considered gold standard by our expert critics, who’ve combed through the state to bring you the best places to eat, drink and celebrate Western Australia’s evolving dining culture. See how the guide works.

Whether you’re after an adventurous meal of crocodile tongue paired with a luscious shellfish bisque, or wish to sip on cocktails made with fig-leaf liqueur at a night-time dining spot in Margaret River, Western Australia is the place to do it. Here’s our guide to the best restaurants in WA.

Our expert critics

This guide to Western Australia’s best restaurants in 2026 has been edited by Gourmet Traveller’s expert reviewer and Western Australia state editor Max Veenhuyzen alongside national guide editor Michael Harry. Our team has travelled far and wide to visit – and revisit – dozens of restaurants, seeking out the most exceptional meals and memorable experiences in Western Australia.

The best restaurants in Western Australia in 2026

Gibney

2025 Western Australia State Winner

Cottesloe’s big-night-out brasserie is perfect for special occasions.

$$$$

Contemporary

40 Marine Pde, Cottesloe

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Ah Um

Perth, WA

A dining spinoff from listening bar Astral Weeks pumps up the volume. 

$$

Contemporary

Shop 12/60-66 Roe St, Northbridge

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Casa

Perth, WA

It’s “mi casa, su casa” at this neighbourhood wine bar and bottle-o.

$$$

Contemporary

399 Oxford St, Mount Hawthorn

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De’sendent

Margaret River, WA

Punk rock dining that makes and breaks all the rules.

$$$$$

Australian

3/152 Bussell Hwy, Margaret River

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Glenarty Road

 Karridale, WA

Farmhouse dining and wining done right.

$$$

contemporary

70 Glenarty Rd, Karridale

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Hearth Restaurant and Lounge

Perth, WA

Playing with fire brings out the best in Western Australian produce. 

$$$

Australian

1 Barrack St, Perth

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Le Rebelle

 Perth, WA

True to its name, this French bistro charts its own course.

$$$

french

676 Beaufort St, Mount Lawley

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Lulu La Delizia

Perth, WA

This northern (Italian) star is shaped by Joel Valvasori-Pereza’s bold, refined vision.

$$

italian

5/97 Rokeby Rd, Subiaco

read the full review

Oscar’s in the Valley

Swan Valley, WA

A bright new star for Western Australia’s oldest wine region.

$$$

Australian

45 Hyem Rd, Herne Hill

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Wildflower

Perth, WA

This fine-diner brings polished flair and quiet confidence to the Perth scene.

$$$$

Australian

1 Cathedral Ave, Perth

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Wills Domain

Yallingup, WA

This Imaginative, artful winery dining experience delivers on deliciousness. 

$$$

Contemporary

17 Brash Rd, Yallingup

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How the guide works

To earn a place in this guide, each venue must excel from welcome to farewell, with service, design, originality, consistency and atmosphere each carefully considered. But the most crucial area of excellence is always the food. Every restaurant featured in this guide should be considered gold standard. It’s an exciting snapshot of how we like to eat out in 2026 and beyond.

All of the restaurants reviewed were visited anonymously between March and July 2025 with reviewers paying their own way.

The price guide has been updated this year to convey the average cost for two people. While we’re big fans of solo dining, restaurant visits are more often a shared experience, and this adjustment reflects that.

PRICE GUIDE

Average cost for two diners, not including drinks.

$ = under $100
$$ = $100 to $175
$$$ = 175 to $250
$$$$ = $250 to $325
$$$$$ = $325+

Annual Restaurant Guide

View THE National Guide

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This list of the best restaurants in Australia is all you need to ensure you enjoy countless dining experiences wherever you might be. Our team of reviewers spend months crisscrossing the country, knife and fork in hand, kicking the tyres of old favourites, putting new players through their paces and generally taking stock of the nation’s dining scene to compile this comprehensive run-down of the best Australian restaurants for your eating pleasure. Reviews are written independently for the Gourmet Traveller Restaurant Guide. Reviewers visit unannounced and pay their way. Learn more about how we compile our national restaurant guide.

From internationally recognised seafood stars in Sydney to hot new coastal spots and unique Tasmanian gems, here are the very best restaurants in Australia to add to your dining hitlist.

This guide to Australia’s best restaurants in 2026 has been edited by Gourmet Traveller’s expert reviewer and national guide editor Michael Harry. Under Harry’s direction, our team of critics has travelled far and wide to visit — and revisit — dozens of restaurants, seeking out the most exceptional meals and memorable experiences in the country.

Our expert critics

AUSTRALIA’S BEST RESTAURANTS IN 2026

Best Restaurants in New South Wales

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★ Saint Peter, Sydney

Aalia, Sydney
Ante, Sydney
A.P Bread and Wine, Sydney
Baba’s Place, Sydney
Bathers’ Pavilion, Sydney
Bessie’s and Alma’s, Sydney
Bistro Livi, Murwillumbah
Cafe Paci, Sydney
Corner 75, Sydney
Eleven Barrack, Sydney
EXP., Hunter Valley
Firepop, Sydney
Ho Jiak Town Hall, Sydney

King Clarence, Sydney
Margaret, Sydney
Megalong, Blue Mountains
Olympus Dining, Sydney
Pilu at Freshwater, Sydney
Pipit, Pottsville
Porcine, Sydney
Porkfat, Sydney
Postino Osteria, Sydney
Quay, Sydney
R by Raita Noda, Sydney
Sixpenny, Sydney

Best Restaurants in Victoria

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★ Marmelo, Melbourne

Barragunda Dining, Cape Schanck
Bistra, Melbourne
Brae, Birregurra
Carnation Canteen, Melbourne
Chauncy, Heathcote
Di Stasio Carlton, Melbourne
Du Fermier, Trentham
Embla, Melbourne
Etta, Melbourne
Flower Drum, Melbourne
Gimlet, Melbourne
Kafeneion, Melbourne

Lagoon Dining, Melbourne
Lake House, Daylesford
Lee Ho Fook, Melbourne
Maison Bâtard, Melbourne
Manzé, North Melbourne
Minamishima, Melbourne
O.My, Beaconsfield
Provenance, Beechworth
Serai, Melbourne
Stokehouse, Melbourne
Tedesca Osteria, Red Hill
Toddy Shop, Melbourne
Vue de monde, Melbourne

Best Restaurants in Queensland

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★ Essa, Brisbane

Agnes, Brisbane
August, Brisbane
Bar Soma, Hervey Bay
Blume, Boonah
Exhibition, Brisbane
Gerard’s, Brisbane
Gum Bistro, Brisbane
Joy Restaurant, Brisbane

Jungle Fowl, Port Douglas
Norté, Gold Coast
Pilloni, Brisbane
Restaurant Labart, Burleigh Heads
Short Grain, Brisbane
Supernormal, Brisbane
Sushi Room, Brisbane

Best Restaurants in South Australia

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★ Staġuni, Barossa

Allegra Dining Room, Adelaide
Kiin, Adelaide
LVN Restaurant, Woodside
Magill Estate Restaurant, Adelaide
Maxwell, McLaren Vale

Ondeen, Verdun
Restaurant Botanic, Adelaide
The Little Rickshaw, Aldinga
Thelma, Piccadilly

Best Restaurants in Western Australia

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★ Gibney, Cottesloe

Ah Um, Perth
Casa, Perth
De’sendent, Margaret River
Glenarty Road, Karridale
Hearth Restaurant, Perth

Le Rebelle, Perth
Lulu La Delizia, Perth
Oscar’s in the Valley, Swan Valley
Wildflower, Perth
Wills Domain, Yallingup

Best Restaurants in Tasmania

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★ The Agrarian Kitchen Restaurant, New Norfolk

Fico, Hobart
Oirthir, Bream Creek
Omotenashi, Hobart
Scholé, Hobart
Stillwater, Launceston

Best Restaurants in the Australian Capital Territory

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★ Lunetta, Red Hill

Mínima, Yarralumla
Onzieme, Canberra
Pilot, Ainslie
Such and Such, Canberra

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How the Restaurant Guide works

The Guide is divided by states, with an individual winner leading each. All remaining entries are listed alphabetically and not ranked. Rather, every restaurant featured in this Guide should be considered gold standard.

All of the restaurants reviewed were visited anonymously between March and July 2025 with reviewers paying their own way. On that note, the price guide has been updated this year to convey the average cost for two people. While we’re big fans of solo dining, restaurant visits are more often a shared experience, and this adjustment reflects that.

Price guide

Average cost for two diners, not including drinks.

$ = under $100
$$ = $100 to $175
$$$ = $175 to $250
$$$$ = $250 to $325
$$$$$ = $325+

The Restaurant Guide team

Guide Editor: Michael Harry

State & territory editors

• ACT: Michael Harry
• VIC & TAS: Michael Harden
• NSW: Alexandra Carlton
• QLD: Elliot Baker
• SA: Katie Spain
• WA: Max Veenhuyzen

Reviewers

Maxwell Adey, Ceri David, Alix Davis, Larissa Dubecki, Tiffany Dunk, Jessica Galletly, Nola James, Nick Jordan, Jordan Kretchmer, Tristan Lutze, Callum McDermott, Alex Mitcheson, Becca Wang, Cordelia Williamson and Charlotte Wishart.

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Whether you’re after some hearty nostalgic flavours or something more refined, this laid-back beach town is serving up destination-worthy dining that is less than an hour’s drive from Sydney. The beauty of the Central Coast’s food scene is in its range. Here, you’ll find comforting classics sitting comfortably alongside elevated dining experiences, offering dining options for all price points.

Pack your appetite because it’s definitely time for a road trip to discover the dining hot spots putting the Central Coast of NSW back on the map.

Reimagined local icons

Start your journey up the coast with a classic brisket pie from Shhmoakesy’s, where smoky flavours are delicately encased in fresh, flaky pastry. To further savour the region’s signature barbecue essence, head to Cue and Crew in Tuggerah and tuck into some all-you-can-eat smoked American BBQ. For a more elevated way to indulge, Carne and Cucina in Erina Heights is where artisan meats, attention to detail, and premium ingredients shine.

Be sure to also stop by Saddles in Mt White and try one of their gourmet sausage rolls. This quintessential Australian dining destination features a homestead restaurant, bakehouse and nursery, all nestled on 28 acres of land.

Of course, no visit to the Central Coast is complete without grabbing a burger. For an old-school meal, try the juicy beef burger at Moobi Burgers in Berkeley Vale, or opt for the refined wagyu burger from Meribella’s in Terrigal, for a decadent take on a comforting classic.

Curated coastal palette

Seafood is a staple here, and it’s done every which way on the Central Coast. Enjoy fresh oysters from Woy Woy Fishermen’s Wharf, where the view is almost as iconic as the dish itself. Or, wade right into the clear waters with Sydney Oyster Farm Tours in Mooney Mooney for an authentic, hands-on experience.

Is it even a seaside trip if fish and chips aren’t on the menu? Order some of the region’s finest from Big Tuna Fish Co. at The Entrance. Afterwards, perch yourself down on the shore of The Entrance Beach for an afternoon of sun and sea air. Bliss! 

If you’re after a fine dining experience, head over to Toowoon Bay and try the delicious pan-fried barramundi from Cecilia’s. This dish pairs exceptionally well with a selection from their extensive wine list.

A fresh take on tradition

The Central Coast takes farm-to-table to a new level, offering fresh ingredients all year round. When you’re there, be sure to head over to The Giving Farm in Jilliby to pick some seasonal produce. 

After a day spent outdoors, unwind at Killcare’s Wildflower Bar & Dining. Here, the day’s fresh ingredients are reimagined into sophisticated, nature-inspired plates.

When thinking about fresh, hearty food, few cuisines feel more synonymous than Italian. 

Il Toscano Pasta Bar in Long Jetty boasts generous and soulful meals made with only the freshest of produce. While Erina’s La Gioia transports you straight to the Tuscan countryside with authentic fine dining.

Indulgent extras

The key to visiting any new place is to know exactly where the locals go for their espresso. 

For a midday pick-me-up, pop by Legends Coffee in Terrigal for an expert brew, or Bar Botanica in Erina for an evening espresso martini, where they are using the region’s very own Mr Black Coffee Liqueur. 

There are many places to satisfy your sweet tooth. For a quick pastry on the go, Burnt Honey Bakery in Copacabana is a local institution. If you have the luxury of time, high tea at Kew Dining is worth a visit for its delicate finger sandwiches, freshly baked scones, and elegant desserts are served in a serene setting.

No coastal trip is complete without ice cream. For a classic scoop, the Terrigal Ice Creamery is a must-visit, offering over 55 flavours, including dairy-free options. Or, for some artisanal gelato, Chilli’s Deli or Mamigato in Ettalong Beach provide rich, handcrafted selections that elevate the experience.

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From million-dollar water views at long-standing gems like Ormeggio and Sean’s to the illustrious French charm at Loulou to the dining rooms where lights are permanently dimmed à la 10 William Street, these are our favourite romantic Sydney restaurants for when the mood calls.

14 of the most romantic restaurants in Sydney

Sean’s

bondi beach

Like sitting down to a long lunch at a friend’s (or lover’s) overlooking Bondi Beach, only better. That’s what Sean’s is all about and why it remains one of Sydney’s best restaurants for date nights and romantic occasions. The home-style restaurant is ruled by a seasonal menu that changes daily and is gloriously unfussy.

seansbondi.com

Ursula’s

paddington

Ursula’s is intimate and elegant in equal measure. The corner-terrace bistro serves up time-honoured classics dolled up for the now, from dreamy egg mayo sandwiches on brown-butter biscuits topped with salmon roe to a deconstructed lemon meringue pie. This private Paddington gem is for lovers looking to dial up the romance.

ursulas.com.au

Ormeggio

the spit

Water views set the mood, while seafood is the star at Ormeggio. Among the moored boats and coastal-chic furnishings, Ormeggio’s menu includes lavish bowls of tagliolini with pipis and scampi topped with Oscietra caviar. Touches like this — also seen in the torching of the delizia al limone — cement that this is a restaurant for special occasions.

ormeggio.com.au

Bennelong

Bennelong point

Much like you and your partner in crime, special occasions and Bennelong are a match made in heaven. Set underneath the Opera House sails, the inviting dining room spotlights Indigenous art, brass-gold Tom Dixon lamps and lantern-lit tables with leather chairs. But Bennelong’s top romance card is undoubtedly its floor-to-ceiling harbour views. The show might open with mud crab and scallop dumplings or wild caught fish with Florence fennel and kai-lan, ensuring meals at Bennelong are just that little bit extra.

bennelong.com.au

Jane

paddington

From cocktails and a snack to long lunches that blend into the evening, Jane hits all the hallmarks for an intimate dining experience for two. Come for the Australian-inspired dishes, which often use native ingredients, while house-made condiments add that subtle special touch.

janesurryhills.com

Bar Vincent

darlinghurst

Retro charm is served at Bar Vincent, making it ideal for whiling away a few hours over luscious Italian dishes. From deep rust-hued banquettes to intimate bar seating, this Darlinghurst darling lays the ground for the perfect date night. Every plate that appears in the charming main dining room lives up to the European standard, from serotonin-inducing oysters to cured salmon and risotto with nettles and prawns. This is where romance sizzles.

barvincent.com.au

Porcine

paddington

Porcine blends French precision with kitsch and whimsy, and has fast become one of the top dining spots in the country. Choose a glass of something old-school French or new-wave Australian for the finishing touch on a loved-up evening.

porcine.com.au

Ante

newtown

If setting the mood is the mission, then Ante understands the assignment. Slinky and inky with long counter stool seating and spot-lit high tables, the dining room has 2500-plus records that take cues from Japan’s jazz kissa listening bars, while the menu ranges from a katsu sando to prawn casarecce. If you’ve left Valentine’s Day or that significant anniversary to the last minute, no worries, Ante is walk-in only — ensuring everyone gets a seat at the table (even the forgetful ones).

ante.bar

10 William St

paddington

Two tiny-seater tables are the norm at 10 William St, which is known for its lover’s atmosphere, unmatched tiramisù and free-wheeling wine list (with many by the glass). Here, the menu changes often, but you’ll want to order the signature pretzel with whipped bottarga dip and a cocktail to kick things into gear.

10williamst.com.au

Cafe Paci

newtown

Not only is Cafe Paci our current NSW winner for the best restaurants in the state, but it’s also one of the most romantic restaurants in Sydney. If there’s a love language at Cafe Paci, it’s dessert, and it’s this dessert: earthy-sweet carrot sorbet atop dense liquorice cake, enveloped in a tart yoghurt foam. And with this, the tone for love is set.

cafepaci.com.au

Ragazzi

cbd

When it comes to romantic dining, Ragazzi is one of Sydney’s best. Intimate and refined, the menu is lined with vino and amped-up pastas, from spaghetti cacio e pepe to mafaldine with spanner crab and lardo, to up the Italian romance factor. It sits well in third-date territory but is equally well-placed for anniversaries.

ragazziwineandpasta.com

Loulou

milsons point

If dinner and a stroll is on the date night menu, then North Sydney’s French brasserie is the perfect pick. Classic French romance is captured by the menu – from steak tartare with potato crisps; leek and Gruyère tarte; and steak frites with café de Paris butter.

loulou.sydney

Attenzione

redfern

This vibey Redfern hot spot is where wine and pasta nights run the course. From the likes of cavatelli with zucchini crema to scallop tortelloni with yuzu butter sauce and Champagne risotto, Attenzione’s fun and flirty menu was made with sharing in mind. Order another bottle of wine, call for the pistachio tiramisù and settle into one of the newest romantic restaurants in Sydney.

attenzionefoodandwine.com

Gildas

surry hills

While oysters may be the ultimate aphrodisiac, we think a Gilda is equally as seductive. This Basque-style restaurant brings sobremesa (the Spanish act of staying at the table after a meal, wine in hand) to Surry Hills, with a menu made with lovers in mind.

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Lunetta

2025 ACT State Winner

A Canberra icon rises again as a sleek Italian-ish fine-diner.

$$$

italian

Upstairs, 60 red hill rd, red Hill

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Mínima

Yarralumla, ACT

Bold contemporary flavours in an intimate setting from local restaurant royalty.

$$$

contemporary

29 bentham St, yarralumla

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Onzieme

Canberra, ACT

A charismatic Australian wine bar with Parisian charm to burn. 

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contemporary

5/39 kennedy st, kingston

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Pilot

Ainslie, ACT

Fun, fresh and unpretentious: this is Australian fine dining in 2025.

$$$$

Australian

1 wakefield gardens, ainslie shops

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Such and Such

Canberra, ACT

The irreverent sibling to fine-diner Pilot has a personality all of its own.

$$

australian

constitution place, 220 london cct, canberra

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This year, we recognised a growing concern within the industry around the rise of large restaurant groups. The past 24 months has seen a rapid expansion in both the number of groups and the size of existing groups operating across Australia.

In response, this year we have introduced a new badge to highlight restaurants that are independently owned and operated.

Alla Wolf-Tasker addressed this concern directly during her acceptance speech at our Annual Restaurant Awards last week, where she won our Readers’ Choice Icon Award for her independent regional restaurant Lake House in Daylesford.

“The industry doesn’t have enough differentiation in it, in terms of having a lot of owner-operators as part of the business of hospitality. I think it’s essential to provide that balance,” she said. “That rich tapestry of life that you get in the regions is because of family run operations. They are not big scale places. But they come from the heart and from passion.”

For the purposes of the Guide, we have defined independent operators as those who run no more than two dine-in venues under the same ownership. Likewise, they cannot be in partnership with major commercial stakeholders, such as a hotel or property developer. This system is operated on an honesty basis and we have asked all entries to self-identify based on the above criteria.

While this has not factored into our judging, the marker is designed to increase transparency and provide diners with more information and a greater understanding of the hospitality landscape.

The year in dining

If there is a single theme running through this year’s Restaurant Guide, it would have to be that “experience is king”. Running a successful restaurant has never been easy, but tough head winds have made this year especially challenging. While some have faltered and steered off course, experience has paid clear dividends for those who have weathered previous storms and know how to stoke the fire.

While many of the names in this year’s Guide will be familiar, the experiences they offer continue to evolve; surprise and delight remain as central to their success as consistency and excellence. Where newcomers have entered the mix, they have had to step out and step up immediately, proving they have what it takes to go the distance and deliver on repeat.

In 2024, to be shiny and new is not enough. The current climate has made diners more discerning than ever, as they seek maximum return on both their time and money.

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The report, published by Good Food on Wednesday, alleges multiple incidents of sexual assault, including rape, by Swillhouse employees. Swillhouse group operates Restaurant Hubert, Le Foote, Caterpillar Club and Baxter Inn, under chief executive Anton Forte, who is not personally accused of any misconduct. 

In a statement to the Herald, Forte said the company was aware of sexual assault allegations at its venues and it “sincerely regretted and apologised to any former employees who felt unsupported and at risk”.

Following these developments, Gourmet Traveller has made the decision to immediately remove Restaurant Hubert from our Annual Restaurant Guide, which will be officially released on Monday. 

The print edition of the magazine has already been published, featuring Restaurant Hubert in the NSW Top 25 list. However, it will be removed from all digital editions of the Guide.

This is not the first time we have taken such action. Over the last five years, several establishments have been omitted from our Guide and wider Gourmet Traveller coverage in the face of concerns they may not meet our standards of ethical workplace behaviour.

And while these allegations are not isolated, I cannot stress enough, it is not the prevailing norm. We cannot let this tarnish an entire industry, which is full of decent, hard-working and conscientious humans.

That said, this is the moment to speak up and be heard. If you are a victim or eyewitness to any abuse within the industry, please come forward.

We cannot tell this story without you. 

If you or anyone you know needs help, call 1800 Respect (1800 737 732) or contact Lifeline on 13 11 14.

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There’s an appropriate seafood skew at Brisbane’s top Chinese fine-diner, named after Hong Kong’s Stanley Bay. And you should certainly revel in Queensland painted crayfish tossed through buttery lo mein noodles, tank-fresh Tasmanian rock lobster and pristine steamed coral trout. However you decide to play it, though, don’t skip the barbecue. Chef Louis Tikaram’s five-spice roast duck is a benchmark; ditto his char siu. Richly savoury Fujian fried rice with sweet blue swimmer crab is always on lock, as is much of the dim sum and the baby pineapple granita with lime sago jelly that’s been a signature since day one. Stanley’s home, a heritage gem at Howard Smith Wharves, spans two humming levels with evocative parquetry and low-lit murals, while out on the deck it’s all about ace city and water views. The deep cellar, as broad as the river alongside, has an answer to every question you throw at it, too. A cracker.

ABOUT

Stanley Restaurant

Cantonese

Howard Smith Wharves, 5 Boundary St, Brisbane

07 3358 9418

stanleyrestaurant.com.au

Chef: Louis Tikaram

Hours: Lunch and dinner daily

Price guide: $$

Bookings: Recommended

Wheelchair access: Yes

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GT‘s 2023 Tas Restaurant of the Year

The broader brushstrokes may be Italian, but the details are distinctly Tasmanian on Fico’s creative, surprising and beautifully executed tasting menu. Owner-chefs Federica Andrisani and Oskar Rossi display confidence and expertise on every plate. Local wasabi tops a perfectly sliced piece of raw kingfish. A petite piadina is stuffed with muttonbird from Babel Island. Creamy cacio e pepe risotto brings together the best of both worlds with native pepperberry and Parmigiano-Reggiano, while squid-ink pappardelle and charred broccoli are bathed in a velvety oyster emulsion, both mellow and briny. The wine list treads a similar cross-cultural path, and service in the dining room – hung with paintings by Rossi’s father, late local artist Tom Samek – is calm and well-paced. It’s a celebration of techniques, flavours and produce from distinctive family backgrounds, one that embraces the innovative spirit that makes the Hobart dining scene one of Australia’s most captivating.

151 Macquarie St, Hobart, ficofico.net

INSTITUTE POLAIRE

Institut Polaire has been doing its cold-climate-themed thing since 2018, an ice-toned, marble and grey leather showcase for Tasmanian produce as well as the spirits and wines produced by co-owners Louise Radman and Nav Singh (Süd Polaire and Domaine Simha, respectively). It’s still doing that – the signature Süd Polaire Antarctic Martini is non-negotiable – but with chef Gabriela Macedo (ex-Restaurant Hubert) in the kitchen, the food is now as focused on flavour as it is on theme. The seasonal six-course set menu is the best way to experience Macedo’s cooking. Expect fingers of toast topped with whipped bottarga and salmon roe; wild mushrooms sinking into black-garlic sabayon; Cape Grim eye fillet with sake-braised Tropea onion, and a wonderfully sculptural yuzu meringue tart. Factor in Simha’s dynamic wines and great service, and it’s little wonder the Polaire experience is hotter than ever.

1/7 Murray St, Hobart, institutpolaire.com.au

PEPPINA

The Tasman hotel’s signature restaurant, Peppina, lives large – in both scale and ambition. Once part of an 1840s sandstone hospital, the beautiful dining room is cleverly and cosily divided by a central bar and open kitchen among booths and trees in brick planters. But really it’s chef Massimo Mele’s modern Italian menu that’s the drawcard. Dishes marry great Tasmanian produce with rustic sophistication; think good salumi, pitch-perfect polpette, swoon-worthy marinated octopus and pickled sardines with finely tuned agrodolce. Excellent house-made pasta, meanwhile, might be tossed with crayfish, or a brilliant combo of cavolo nero, lemon, chilli and pecorino. Then there’s a not-too-sweet torta Caprese that’s a credit to its kind. The Italo-Tasmanian wine list hits all the smart modern notes at hotel prices, while service combines warmth and efficiency. Up for a chaser? Check out the hotel’s bar, Mary Mary.

2b Salamanca Pl, Hobart, peppinarestaurant.com

STILLWATER

Exemplary service, outstanding food and the thoughtful renovation of an historic mill with Tamar River frontage have made Stillwater one of Tasmania’s best restaurants for more than 20 years. Chef Craig Will’s cuisine-hopping menu takes inspiration from the island’s bounty, highlighting the homegrown good stuff from wallaby to truffles, wasabi to cheese. Dishes zig and zag from wagyu chilli con carne for breakfast to house-made gnocchi dotted with Tongola goat’s curd for lunch. The reverence for excellent local produce continues at dinner, where koji-aged Cape Grim eye fillet finds favour alongside garlic custard, and octopus arrives in a dashi stock with udon noodles and a slick of chilli. The wine list, curated by co-owner James Welsh, similarly showcases Tassie’s finest, benchmarked against great labels from both the mainland and overseas. Taken as a whole, it’s an experience not to be missed.

2 Bridge Rd, Launceston, stillwater.com.au

VAN BONE

Set into a sloping field, Van Bone quietly invites you into its seemingly humble rammed-earth walls, then takes your breath away with extravagant views of Tasmania’s east coast towards Maria Island, framed by a huge picture window. Chef Timothy Hardy works with fire and smoke in the open kitchen, the daily-changing menu focused on closed-loop sustainability with any excess produce fermented, preserved, pickled or turned into sauces and powders. The multi-course set menu might include alpine-style cheese from the nearby Tongola dairy finely grated over a perfectly smoked tomato, followed by a paper-thin sliver of locally grown potato sprinkled with powdered sea flavours. Southern calamari, sliced into paper-thin noodles, is served with a delicate pork broth. Smoked buttermilk ice-cream is made from the by-product of the housemade butter that’s served with a dense sourdough partway through the meal. The entire experience is uniquely Tasmanian, celebrating the immediacy of the land and sea.

357 Marion Bay Rd, Marion Bay, Tas, vanbone.com.au

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This year, we have introduced a new list for our two biggest cities, Melbourne and Sydney, specifically designed to celebrate those restaurants that can be relied on to always deliver a good time. Whether dining à deux, or in a larger group, these are the places that draw a vibrant crowd any night of the week, bringing soul to the city and surrounding suburbs.

MELBOURNE

Bar Lourinhã

Bar Lourinhã not only taught Melburnians how to eat at the bar, but has also kept them there for nearly two decades thanks to the siren song of often astounding Iberian flavours, brilliant wine and an unerring, inexhaustible sense of fun. Style and substance in equal measure.

barlourinha.com.au

Carlton Wine Room

A neighbourhood mainstay that may have you considering switching neighbourhoods, CWR is a has it all: from its beautifully crafted wine list to the Euro-inspired food that pairs perfectly with it, as well as service that understands hospitality at a cellular level.

thecarltonwineroom.com.au

Etta

You might put it down to owner Hannah Green’s hospitality and her psychic-level sommelier skills that always result in the right thing to drink. Or chef Rosheen Kaul’s knack for texture, spice and balance. Whatever the cause, Etta is one of Melbourne’s great small bistros.

ettadining.com.au

France-Soir

You cannot claim to be a true Melburnian without having dined at this tri-colour, neon-splashed landmark restaurant, where a spectacular French wine list is ably supported by classic steak-frites-and-escargots stalwarts and cheeky, charming, accented service.

france-soir.com.au

Gerald’s Bar

A daily-changing menu, a by-the-glass list that shifts throughout the night, staff who are as adept with a quip as they are at stirring a Martini and an unerring ability to feel like the right place at the right time: Gerald’s performs some kind of low-key hospitality magic.

geraldsbar.com.au

Grossi Florentino

The Grossi family’s ability to master a three-part venue (casual in the Cellar Bar, bustling in The Grill, occasion dining in the storied upstairs room) in a way that honours Italian tradition, Melbourne modernity and the fine art of service is worthy of a standing ovation.

florentino.com.au

Kenzan

For more than four decades, Kenzan has been feeding Melburnians skilfully executed sushi, shabu-shabu, chawanmushi and tempura in a charming space that includes tatami rooms, a sushi bar and an unfailing sense of peacefulness. A stayer in the truest sense.

kenzan.com.au

MoVida

There are other outposts of this Spanish powerhouse around Melbourne (and elsewhere), but the graffitied laneway OG still gets the guernsey. A bar seat is arguably the best place in the state for an afternoon drink and snack, and the commitment to quality is unwavering.

movida.com.au

Stokehouse

People have always flocked to Stokehouse for its dreamy water views and casually elegant Aussie beach vibe, but the gorgeous upstairs restaurant and bar are equally worth visiting for a pitch-perfect seafood and steak menu and service that offers just the right amount of pampering.

stokehouse.com.au

Tipo 00

Anyone who believes pasta is just pasta should attempt to get a table at Tipo 00 where brilliant traditional pasta-making skills are combined with a fine-dining level of finesse that can transform even the most well-travelled sauces into something revelatory.

tipo00.com.au

SYDNEY

Ante

No recent opening has breathed more life into the Emerald City’s hospitality landscape than this low-lit listening bar stacked with records and sake. For best results, order a flight and as many of Jemma Whiteman’s nuanced small plates as you can. Then, sit back, relax and let the music play.

ante.bar

Chaco Bar

Some might say Keira Abe makes the best ramen in town. Others would argue he’s the tempura king. But the breadth of his talent shines brightest at his Potts Point yakitori-ya, where exceptional sashimi, spellbinding chawanmushi and other treasures complement the array of expertly charcoal-grilled skewers.

chacobar.com.au

Continental Deli CBD

Grab a solo seat at the bar for a French dip and famed Mar-tinny. Or settle into the banquette for an all-out affair of conservas, cured meats, whole fish and bottle after bottle of Burgundy and Côte-Rôtie . However you play it, the Deli is the definition of a good time.

continentaldelicatessen.com.au/cbd

Lankan filling Station

Tearing off the lacey edge of a hopper and scooping up one of O Tama Carey’s astonishingly aromatic curries is never anything short of an adventure. Pile up your plate with sambols, finish with a heady love cake and you’ll come to understand why this is essential Sydney dining.

lankanfillingstation.com.au

Monopole

It’s been barely two years since Monopole traded Potts Point for bistro-ish digs in the heart of the CBD, but already it feels like part of the furniture. Of course, with Brent Savage steering the menu and Nick Hildebrandt on cellar duty, that should come as absolutely no surprise.

monopolesydney.com.au

Poly

Not many dishes accrue maniacal fandom the way Poly’s fried potato with salted egg yolk has. It’s that more-is-more approach to flavour – both in the hearth-powered kitchen and on the drinks front – that makes every visit to Mat Lindsay’s line-blurring wine bar endlessly exciting.

polysurryhills.com.au

Ragazzi Wine and Pasta

Whether it’s a humble cacio e pepe or the more darling likes of squid-ink cavatelli with chickpeas and sea urchin, the Love Tilly Group’s squeezy shrine to pasta always gets it right. Bonus points for the very thoughtfully constructed and thoroughly annotated pearl of a wine list.

ragazziwineandpasta.com

Sean’s

Now sailing into its fourth decade of operation, Sean Moran’s seaside institution remains as rock solid a bet as ever for long lunches, sunset dinners and roast chook consistently namechecked as Sydney’s finest. Not much could make the deal any sweeter, but the option to BYO certainly does.

seansbondi.com

Soul Dining

Categorising Illa Kim and Daero Lee’s intimate, evocative eatery isn’t all that easy. But where semantics fail, the couple succeeds with free-wheeling, forward-thinking riffs on contemporary Korean cuisine with a finger on the pulse. The fun continues at their casual café spin-off, Soul Deli, nearby.

souldining.com.au

10 William St

That it still almost always feels like a house part at this Paddington mainstay more than 10 years on is a testament to sharp Italian-accented cooking and a low-intervention wine offering which have pushed boundaries since day dot and continue to do just that.

10williamst.com.au

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Surprise! Perth’s most polished bar food isn’t found in a wine bar, but in a lively neighbourhood hangout in upwardly mobile Doubleview. As its clientele demands, this whitewashed, chocolate-tiled space sits at the more casual end of the spectrum: you order at the counter, hip front-of-house staff are as relaxed as their attire, and the drinks list favours good-time beers, wines and cocktails. Accessibility is also important to chef James Cole Bowen, an emerging cooking talent fond of using sharp technique to make the familiar dazzle anew. Long spears of Zuni-style pickles brighten silky house ricotta; toast anointed with a smoky charcoal-infused mayo freight elegant beef tartare; XO sauce and deep-fried shallots lend Asian sensibility to roasted sugarloaf cabbage. The menu might be small, but kitchen smarts ensure every dish is a winner. Here’s looking at you, Filipino leche flan topped with a whisky-and-orange-bitters caramel.

ABOUT

The Corner Dairy

260 Woodside St, Doubleview

thecornerdairy.com.au

Chef James Cole Bowen

Price guide $$

Bookings Recommended

Wheelchair access Yes

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Securing a seat at Fleet is like winning the lottery. And, like winning the lottery, dining at this Brunswick Heads restaurant is a life-changing experience not to be forgotten. With space for only 14 diners per service, each guest is given the VIP treatment. Affable front of house staff set a cool and calm vibe in the dining room, while in the incredibly compact kitchen – just a few steps away – chef-owner Josh Lewis executes memorable dishes that feel familiar yet wonderfully original, using whatever produce is flourishing in the Northern Rivers region, from both the land and sea. The tasting menu kicks off with a flurry of small plates, including a fanciful chip and dip made from mullet that has been cooked over pine cones. The smoky, salty snack has been on the menu since the restaurant’s inception, and for good reason. A slew of well-portioned, expertly balanced courses – and matching low-intervention wines, sake and beer – follow at a steady but leisurely pace. Currently operating as pop-up Roco Ramen, Fleet is set to return to regular programming in January.

2/16 The Terrace, Brunswick Heads, NSW, fleet-restaurant.com.au

GRAZING

With travel limited to our own backyards, escapist daydreams have turned inward; to historic country inns warmed by roaring fireplaces, to local wines and to plates filled with produce pulled from nearby patches. This elusive, agrarian fantasy is manifested in the diminutive town of Gundaroo, where chef Kurt Neumann dispenses comforting dishes constructed with neighbourhood ingredients under the historic tin roof of the 1865 Royal Hotel. Like the character-filled building that once protected travellers from bushrangers, Neumann’s fare is warm and homely, yet hints at something thrilling. Lightly grilled oysters topped with miso caramel and beurre noisette; a prawn cavorting in a buttery sauce with peas and clams; or beef cheeks sweetened in Pedro Ximénez then fried until crisp. With a tight list celebrating local Canberra-region winemakers and service suggestive of a family meal, your Grazing experience will leave you thankful for the opportunity to explore the lands a little closer to home.

Corner of Cork and Harp Streets, Gundaroo, NSW, grazing.com.au

RAES

With its picture postcard views, white Mediterranean-via-Hollywood Hills façade and impeccably curated interiors, Raes is very much a scene. But it’s what happens on the plate here that you’ll remember beyond any aesthetics. Parfait choux buns and granita-topped oysters set the tone for the meal to come: indulgent but clever (and available to enjoy at the more casual Cellar Bar downstairs if Raes is booked out). To follow, you might find sweet lobster meat dressed in garum butter and served in its shell, alongside a tangle of tagliolini. Or just-seared coral prawns with ‘nduja crumb served atop a thick garlic emulsion. It would be easy for this Byron mainstay to rely purely on its good looks, but chef Jason Saxby brings genuine substance to the table; balancing bold and unique flavours that are presented as beautifully as the room which surrounds them.

6-8 Marine Pde, Byron Bay, NSW, raes.com.au

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The dining revolution will not be televised. Mindful eaters need to drive down an unsealed road in Margaret River scrub to see (and taste) it for themselves. This off-the-grid cellar door – a warm, country-cosy space adorned with contemporary art and timber floorboards – might not boast the history of some of its neighbours, but its self-sufficient approach offers an inspiring blueprint for tomorrow. Evan Hayter doesn’t just talk the sustainable restaurant talk: he walks the walk, plants the plants in a biodynamic kitchen garden, breeds trout in winter creeks and uses pigs to regenerate the land. He also has the kitchen smarts to turn this virtue into gratifying lunch menus. Misshapen carrots with a soy-cured quail’s egg yolk and estate olive oil equals a stirring vegetarian tartare. Local whiting gets flash-cured by a vinaigrette made from sémillon grapes. Daikon “noodles” and pale slices of air-dried duck in dashi speaks to an interest in Japanese cooking. Estate pork stars in comforting ragù tagliatelle and great smallgoods. Snappy wines, cheerful service and tranquil bushland views from the deck feature among Arimia’s other home-grown assets.

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Liberté

Vietnam meets France meets Western Australia’s sprawling Great Southern region by way of a Parisian-themed small bar inside one of the state’s first licensed hotels. Liberté might be one of this country’s most singular and idiosyncratic prospects, yet its spirited brand of hospitality is all too easy to fall for. Here’s the plan. Either bag a seat in the bistro-inspired front room (handsome wooden bar, round zinc tables, ephemera galore) or commandeer a sofa in the Belle Époque-era parlour. Kick things off with a round of local beers, wines or well-made cocktails from bar manager and gracious host Keryn Giles, then begin your assault on the menu. Amy Hamilton believes in flavour and cooking without borders, so her Indochine steak tartare is crunched up with fried shallots, jewels of finger lime add pop to jet-black salt and pepper squid, and vegetarian potato and fennel dumplings are showered with crisp matchsticks of pommes pailles. Be it garlic-bread gougères to start, fat profiteroles filled with Vietnamese coffee ice-cream to finish, or a sassy floor team right through, Liberté has no shortage of ambassadors to make its case as a shining regional star.

160-162 Stirling Tce, Albany, WA, libertealbany.com.au

Millbrook Winery

The grand reveal of Millbrook’s vines, man-made lake and handsome stone cellar door is reason enough to make the one-hour drive from Perth to historic Jarrahdale. The view gets even better from the first-floor dining room. Initially, it’s the wraparound vistas of the surrounding forest that strike you, but once the vegetable-forward food of Guy Jeffreys joins the party – and Millbrook is definitely a long lunch best enjoyed in numbers – the focus quickly reverts to what’s happening tableside. The kitchen’s choice entrée is the most direct line to the organic estate garden and might feature sweet Hungarian peppers, grilled and stuffed with rice, or thick-cut raw kingfish showered with grated horseradish and thumb-sized caigua, the Bolivian cucumbers. Despite this focus on heirloom varieties, the menu also celebrates the familiar. Dry-aged, bone-in blade steak is served with squeaky string beans and house-made potato crisps. Watermelon and chilli salt combine in an unexpected pre- dessert. Wines priced at a steal, relaxed service, and homely desserts like chocolate parfait served simply with blood plums, reinforce the accessibility of this essential destination restaurant.

Old Chestnut La, Jarrahdale, WA, millbrook.wine

Wills Domain

It’s the little things that make this cellar door restaurant a must on any Margaret River eating itinerary. The vibrancy of local whiting, quick-cured to order and presented on a slick of dashi-enriched cream. The give of noodle-like strands of squid, poached in butter and served in a bright broth sharpened with preserved lemon. The tangle of precision-sliced snow peas that conceal fat baked-potato gnocchi, as much an aesthetic flourish as it is about playing crunch against soft. Yet despite all this minutiae, this sleek dining room – all dark surfaces and terrazzo flooring – nails the bigger things, too. “Side dish” seems like a put-down for something as well built as a half-head of cauliflower enriched with miso butter, the steadily expanding wine range has zero weak spots, and the view of the vines and surrounding valley remains a conversation stopper – as is a glossy, chocolate-coated cube of salted caramel and chocolate mousse, the latest in Seth James’s ongoing series of photo-ready desserts. A polished floor team, meanwhile, underscores Wills Domain as the complete Margaret River lunchtime package.

Cnr Brash & Abbey Farm Rds, Yallingup, WA, willsdomain.com.au

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Labart

You know Burleigh’s restaurant revolution is serious when it begins to march inland. A few blocks back from the beachfront is where you’ll find Restaurant Labart, an old shop transformed into an understated and elegant space of forest-green walls, tanned leather banquettes and industrial light fittings. It deals in food that’s similarly restrained and polished, the chefs mixing European, Australian and Japanese techniques to allow produce to speak for itself. A Rangers Valley beef tartare served with charcoal-black rice crisps is elevated by generous amounts of tarragon and salted egg yolk, while local spanner crab served with charred leeks almost melts into a creamy, salty roasted crab broth. Later, a simple well-rendered duck breast presented in peppercorn jus is plump and refreshingly unfatty. The relaxed, knowledgeable staff peddle a wine list stacked with Australian small producers and may also talk you into dessert – barbecued pineapple with lemonade granita and a mild white chocolate curd is as refreshing as the Gold Coast weather that awaits when you step back out the door.

8 West St, Burleigh Heads Qld, restaurantlabart.com

Nu Nu

It’s no mystery why almost everyone elects to sit outside at Nu Nu, even on a lukewarm, windy afternoon. A table on the timber deck is a premium spot in the stalls of the vibrant theatre that is tropical north Queensland, fluttering palms high above, the roiling Coral Sea on full display. Switched-on staff sporting shorts and sunnies scurry about, doling out candid advice. Begin with a cocktail, they’ll suggest, and you’d be unwise not to listen; a vanilla and ginger Mojito roars with throat-tingling spice. Everything here, from a two-bite-sized snack of smoked reef fish in a tangle of papaya relish on a wild pepper leaf, to a salad of watermelon offset by dollops of quark, dehydrated olives and malty molasses crumbs, expresses the region’s colourful palate (and palette) in high-definition. A blitz of seeds, mustard fruits, pickled radishes, chilli butter and fluorescent pumpkin purée takes the more-is-more mantra one step too far in a main course starring sourdough-crumbed Tablelands pork loin, but then a chocolate brownie emerges: a chewy, toffee-rich reminder that life’s most gratifying pleasures are often the least complicated.

1 Veivers Rd, Palm Cove, Qld, nunu.com.au

Rick Shores

The name and prime beachfront setting might scream “tourist trap”, but don’t be deterred. Pan-Asian goodness is delivered here with pace and precision – and tasty crossovers with Little Valley, the owner’s Brisbane outpost, are obvious. Comforting, fall-apart Madras-spiced lamb arrives elevated by curry butter and a nutty black rice dressing, while a fried shrimp wonton crowned with pork floss finds another dimension of flavour in a clear smoked ham broth made hot and punchy with fermented chilli. An $80 banquet provides an overview, including Rick’s famous bug rolls – crisp-battered Moreton Bay bug served with bug-and-sriracha mayo in a squishy bun. A snappy katsu toastie with pork crackling, candied tomato and mustard greens is a newer addition, but likewise warrants attention. Drinks adroitly navigate border-crossing share dishes, with a fine haul by the glass including spice-loving rosés and a mix of classic and trendier options. Desserts are refreshingly inventive – tangy sorrel ice-cream and Sichuan-scented strawberries play perfectly with peppered meringue and white chocolate ganache. And those epic views of rolling surf just beyond the open windows? Yep, a big, delightful bonus.

3/43 Goodwin Tce, Burleigh Heads, Gold Coast Qld, rickshores.com.au

Wasabi

Wasabi’s focus on local produce (much of it sourced from the restaurant’s own farm) may be contemporary, but dining at this riverside icon almost feels old-school – the setting is quiet and intimate, the floor staff exacting. There’s no unnecessary fanfare, but expect an adventure of discovery; you don’t so much order from the Wasabi menu as give yourself over to it. A tartare of fresh-caught local fish with an extra kick, courtesy of mirin, miso, shishito and edamame salt, awakens the palate, while charcoal-grilled arrowhead squid stuffed with baby Mooloolaba king prawns is finished with a grassy shiso and mitsuba dressing. Slow-cooked Rhodavale pork shoulder served with genmaicha, meanwhile, is served in its own rich broth to create a kind of rarefied Japanese comfort food. As for the drinks offering, order some sake from a wide-ranging international menu or a bottle from the impressive collection of vintage Champagne. Either way, be prepared to savour dessert – a watermelon and shiso granita finished with vibrant green nasturtium ice-cream proves to be, like everything else at Wasabi, both restrained and inspired.

2 Quamby Pl, Noosa Sound, Qld, wasabigroup.com.au

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Maybe Mae

The platonic ideal of the swanky subterranean speakeasy.

What to order: The Bill Murray – a winning blend of Japanese whisky, apricot brandy, citrus and mint.

15 Peel St, Adelaide

Paloma Bar and Pantry

This worthy newcomer spruiks Med-inspired drinks, conservas and smallgoods in elegant, sleek surrounds.

What to order: The namesake Paloma.

20 Peel St, Adelaide

Pink Moon Saloon

Chalet meets laneway at this endlessly charming institution with craft brews, on-trend wines and creative cocktails.

What to order: Gin and juice, spiked with cardamom and celery.

21 Leigh St, Adelaide, 0473745570

The Tasting Room at East End Cellars

The whole bottle shop is your list. Browse carefully, pick a bottle, pay a mere $15 corkage and enjoy. Easy.

What to order: A flight from the featured winery of the week.

23-25 Vardon Ave, Adelaide, +61 8 8232 5300

Brisbane

Arc Wine Bar

Innovative snacks from the shared Arc Dining kitchen, a cracking by-the-glass collection and prime city views.

What to order: Pork hock and head terrine.

5 Boundary St, Brisbane, 07 3505 3980

1889 Enoteca

This Roman-accented wine bar boasts one of the country’s top natural wine lists and timeless pasta dishes.

What to order: A classic cacio e pepe.

10-12 Logan Rd, Woolloongabba, 07 3392 4315

The Gresham

Moody old-school drinking digs situated plumb in the centre of Brisbane City.

What to order: Death and Taxes, an ode to Irish whiskey with pineapple and ginger.

308 Queen St, Brisbane, 0437 360 158

Canberra

Bacaro

Another one of Canberra’s backstreet secrets abounds with Italian wine and ripping woodfired pizze.

What to order: Quattro formaggi pizza.

7 Lonsdale St (enter via laneway), Braddon, (02) 6162 4888

Bar Rochford

Our 2018 Bar of the Year winner continues to be a standard-bearer in the natural wine and snack stakes.

What to order: Plum and lardo toast.

Level 1, 65 London Cct, Canberra, (02) 6230 6222

Hobart

Institut Polaire

Cold-climate wines and cocktails made with Süd Polaire’s Antarctic dry spirits in a tundra-chic setting.

What to order: Monster prawns with tamari butter and peony capers.

1/7 Murray St, Hobart, +61 (0) 432 925 895

Lucinda

A spirited little wine bar brought to you by the Dier Makr gang. Minimal intervention is the mantra, with smart and seasonal share plates to match.

What to order: Pâté en croûte.

123 Collins St, Hobart

Melbourne

Bar Americano

Peak Melbourne: consummate classic cocktails in a tiny, hidden, standing room-only laneway bar. No photos.

What to order: An Americano, obviously.

20 Presgrave Pl, Melbourne

Bar Margaux

French by way of New York-channelling late-night bar from the folks behind The Everleigh. Stylishly raucous.

What to order: A Martini and a burger

Basement, 111 Lonsdale St, Melbourne, (03) 9650 0088

Dinner by Heston Blumenthal

Miraculous, mind-bending cocktails with city views at Heston’s Melbourne outpost bar.

What to order: An astonishing Bloody Mary.

Crown Towers, 8 Whiteman St, Southbank, (03) 9292 5779

Gerald’s Bar

An idiosyncratic masterclass in what a neighbourhood bar should be, including good food and vinyl-driven soundtrack.

What to order: Wine and cut-to-order salumi.

386 Rathdowne St, Carlton North, (03) 9349 4748

Romeo’s Lane

Precision cocktails, classic bar snacks, prescient bartenders in a gorgeous, intimate space.

What to order: The bartenders will tell you.

1a Crossley St, Melbourne, 0457 673 647

Perth

Petition Wine Bar & Merchant

Local? Imported? Drink-in? Takeaway? The State Buildings’ in-house enoteca is the wino’s happy place.

What to order: Leave it to former GT Sommelier of the Year, Emma Farrelly.

State Buildings, cnr St Georges Tce & Barrack St, Perth, +61 (8) 6168 7772

Rockpool Bar & Grill

Drink, snack, dinner and parts there-of: the bar at this elevated steakhouse is more than just a holding station.

What to order: Hand-cut fettuccine with wagyu Bolognese.

Crown Perth, Great Eastern Hwy, Burswood, +61 8 6252 1900

**Wines of While:

Gourmet Traveller’s Bar of the Year

Meet Wines of While: a 50-seat cave à manger specialising in minimal-intervention wines chosen by chef-owner Sam Winfield. European in both inspiration and flavour, it offers no wine list, just a blackboard that changes a few times daily. The approach in the kitchen is similarly relaxed – think pasta all’arrabiata, or a plate of white beans with braised rapini to match your glass of Sicilian Lamoresca Rosato.

What to order: A magnum of Cantina Giardino’s skin-contact T’ara rà Greco, best enjoyed out the front catching the late-afternoon Western Australian sun.

458 William St, Perth, (08) 9328 3332

Young George

This loud, free-wheeling East Fremantle bar and kitchen is all about big-hitting drinks and flavours.

What to order: House charcuterie.

48 George St, East Fremantle, 0864249500

Sydney

Cantina OK!

A standing-room only pocket of good times launched by the team from Tio’s, dedicated to agave-based spirits in all their glory.

What to order: The Margarita OK!

Council Pl, Sydney

Continental

This deli, bar and bistro trifecta hits the jackpot on all three fronts. Bonus points for the range of killer canned cocktails.

What to order: The Mar-tinny.

210 Australia St, Newtown, (02) 8624 3131

Dear Sainte Éloise

Cosy seating, two-bite wins like roe boats (potato nests with salmon roe) and natural wine to boot. Dear Sainte Eloise is the love letter that Sydney needs.

What to order: A $13 glass of mystery wine.

5/29 Orwell St, Potts Point, (02) 9326 9745

The Dolphin Hotel

Choose your own adventure: ponies of beer in the pub, idiosyncratic vino in the Wine Room, or futursitic cocktails at Scout upstairs.

What to order: It all depends on where you sit.

412 Crown St, Surry Hills, +61 2 9331 4800

Double Deuce Lounge

The Ramblin’ Rascals Tavern trio double down with a “porno-chic” basement bar sequel that revels in ’70s sleaze.

What to order: The Discretionary.

6 Bridge St, Sydney

Maybe Sammy

The roaring ’50s roar on at this Vegas-inspired boozer from the Maybe Frank squad.

What to order: The New Frontier.

115 Harrington St, The Rocks, (02) 9241 4970

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Phone:

(08) 8562 4144

Website:

https://thelouise.com.au

Bookings:

Bookings essential

Features:

• BYO

• Licensed

• Bar

• Wheelchair access

• Vegetarian-friendly

Accepted card types:

• American Express

• Diners Club

• Eftpos

• MasterCard

• Visa

Chef:

Daniel Murphy

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Phone:

(02) 9240 2255

Website:

ariasydney.com.au

Bookings:

Bookings recommended

Features:

• Licensed

• Bar

• Wheelchair access

• Private room

• Impressive wine list

Accepted card types:

• American Express

• Eftpos

• MasterCard

• Visa

Chefs:

Matt Moran & Joel Bickford

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2020 Top 50 Rank – #37

Wine: ★ ★

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Phone:

(03) 9826 2621

Website:

atlasdining.com.au

Bookings:

Bookings recommended

Features:

• Licensed

• Vegetarian-friendly

• Outdoor dining

• Wheelchair access

Accepted card types:

• American Express

• Eftpos

• MasterCard

• Visa

Chef(s):

Charlie Carrington

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Our guide gives a yearly snapshot at the best restaurants to eat at right now. The best-rated restaurants, as judged by the reviewers’ first-hand experience, form our national Top 50.

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