Australia Restaurants

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  • 1. Al Forno

    $$

    Tucked away on the fringes of the Busselton central business district, this popular family-owned Mediterranean-inspired eatery is much loved for its rich pasta dishes, thin-crust pizzas, and soul-comforting, slow-cooked favorites like beef bourguignon and coq au vin. Before you get overexcited and order everything on the menu, remember to leave room for dessert—like dream-worthy chocolate mousse and tiramisu.

    1/19 Bussell Hwy., Busselton, Western Australia, 6280, Australia
    08-9751–3775

    Known For

    • Pizza of the month and a margherita pizza for only A$27.50
    • Consistently great home-style cooking
    • Friendly, attentive service

    Restaurant Details

    Rate Includes: Closed Mon.
  • 2. Augusta Bakery and Cafe

    $$

    Since 1948, the bakers at the Augusta Bakery have been seducing unsuspecting visitors with its sweetness in the way of tasty breads, cakes, cookies, pastries, pies, and sausage rolls. You can grab a premade sandwich and treat to go, or sit in the café's modest dining room with lovely views of the Blackwood River and daily lunch specials.

    121 Blackwood Ave., Augusta, Western Australia, 6290, Australia
    08-9758–1664

    Known For

    • To-die-for apple and custard strudel
    • Flaky-crust fruit pies
    • Meat pies with gravy and peas
  • 3. Blue Eye Seafood Restaurant

    $$ | Battery Point

    Located on Castray Esplanade opposite Princes Wharf, Blue Eye offers up a wide variety of fresh Tasmanian seafood, cooked to perfection. The barbecue Pirates Bay octopus is a highlight, as is the mixed grill, washed down with a cool Tasmanian craft beer or crisp Pinot.

    1 Castray Esplanade, Hobart, Tasmania, 7000, Australia
    03-6223–5297

    Known For

    • Barbecue Pirates Bay octopus
    • Bruny Island oysters
    • Local craft beers

    Restaurant Details

    Rate Includes: Closed Sun.
  • 4. Burger Bones

    $

    It began as a food truck in 2015 with a cultlike following but now Burger Bones has a permanent diner in central Busselton. If hamburgers are your desire, this burger joint will certainly over-deliver. Their small dedicated team work together four days a week and it's worth planning your entire trip around their opening hours.

    55 Queen St., Busselton, Western Australia, 6280, Australia
    0435-108--280

    Known For

    • 100% beef patties (no fillers)
    • “filthy” burgers (meaning double patties)
    • Weekend specials offering new burger creations

    Restaurant Details

    Rate Includes: Closed Mon.--Wed.
  • 5. Cafe O-Mai

    $ | South Brisbane

    This family-run café on Brisbane's south side is always busy, serving dishes that combine traditional Vietnamese flavors and techniques with local ingredients, great coffee, desserts, and fresh juices. Baguettes are baked in-house daily, and specialties like pork sausages and spring rolls are handmade in-store. The pho (Vietnamese noodle soup) always hits the spot, and is available from 7 am! Takeout is available from a dedicated space next door.

    15 Cracknell Rd., Brisbane, Queensland, 4103, Australia
    07-3255–9778

    Known For

    • Handmade pork sausages
    • Freshly squeezed juices
    • Authentic pho
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  • 6. Courgette

    $$$$ | Canberra City

    Creative food served in spacious, sedate surroundings is the specialty of this popular restaurant on the city's outer edge. The seasonal four-course menu (A$88) has such dreamy dishes as prosciutto-wrapped pan-seared scallops for starter, or, for a main, the crispy-skin snapper, fennel puree, and Balmain-bug-filled zucchini (also known as courgette) flower. Leave room for the decadent warm Belgian chocolate fondant with raspberries and vanilla bean ice cream. The restaurant also serves a three-course lunch menu for A$66, which is a bargain for a restaurant of this acclaim, and one with such an impressive wine list.

    54 Marcus Clarke St., Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, 2601, Australia
    02-6247–4042

    Known For

    Restaurant Details

    Rate Includes: Closed Sun., Reservations essential
  • 7. Donna Chang

    $$$ | City Center

    An exciting addition to Brisbane's dining scene, this modern Chinese restaurant offers delicious, fresh food and a wonderful wine list amid the grandeur of a renovated 1920s bank. Beneath soaring ceilings and chandeliers, choose from a menu that includes traditional favorites (with a focus on spice) and more adventurous combinations like Moreton Bay bugs with salted duck egg and fermented chili.

    171 George St., Brisbane, Queensland, 4000, Australia
    07-3243–4888

    Known For

    • Modern Chinese menu
    • Stunning heritage setting
    • Fine dining without the fuss
  • 8. e'cco

    $$$ | New Farm

    Beloved Brisbane institution e'cco serves innovative fare to a loyal following in a relaxed setting. The menu consists of seasonally changing Mediterranean- and Asian-inspired Mod Oz dishes, with a focus on fresh, local ingredients. For a bit of everything, order the excellent tasting menu; it showcases five dishes (A$89) and can be paired with top Australian wines by the restaurant’s sommelier (A$169).

    63 Skyring Terr., Brisbane, Queensland, 4006, Australia
    07-3831–8344

    Known For

    • Celebrated chef
    • Visually appealing food with bold flavors
    • Tasting menu with wine pairings

    Restaurant Details

    Rate Includes: Closed Sun. and Mon., Reservations essential
  • 9. Enoteca 1889

    $$$ | Woolloongabba

    Specializing in "vera cucina Romana" (real Roman food), this award-winning Italian restaurant in Woollangabba's antique quarter is well worth crossing the Brisbane River for. The menu favors simplicity over complexity: elegant starters like lightly fried zucchini flowers stuffed with cheese and anchovies, freshly made pasta or fish of the day for main, tiramisu or panna cotta for dessert. The setting is romantic and old-worldy, and the wine list is, as you would expect, extensive with an emphasis on Italian varieties.

    10–12 Logan Rd., Brisbane, Queensland, 4101, Australia
    07-3392–4315

    Known For

    • Traditional Roman fare
    • Seasonal four-course set menu
    • Historic 1889 Moreton Rubber building

    Restaurant Details

    Rate Includes: No lunch Tues.--Thurs. Closed Mon.
  • 10. Felix for Goodness

    $$ | City Center

    Hidden away in Burnett Lane just off Queen Street, Felix for Goodness has dished up delectable made-from-scratch breakfasts, lunches, snacks, and cakes (with an emphasis on organic) since 2014. In terms of decor, think exposed brick and concrete, natural light, and clean lines. The grazing boxes are ideal to take away on a day out, and the coffee is decent, too.

    50 Burnett La., Brisbane, Queensland, 4000, Australia
    07-3161–7966

    Known For

    • Rustic, homemade goodness
    • All-day brunch
    • Extensive range of gluten-free and vegetarian options

    Restaurant Details

    Rate Includes: No dinner
  • 11. Fico

    $$$ | City Center

    Fico is influenced by the tables of Europe where food and conviviality go hand in hand. They proudly source our produce from local farmers, growers, fishers, and butchers. While the menu is ever-changing it is consistently creative and interesting. A wide selection of wine is on offer.

    151 Macquarie St., Hobart, Tasmania, 7000, Australia
    03-6245–3391

    Known For

    • Modern Italian
    • Tasting menu
    • Expertly roasted pigeon

    Restaurant Details

    Rate Includes: Closed Mon.--Thurs., Reservations essential
  • 12. Frank Restaurant

    $$ | Hobart Waterfront

    South American food culture has inspired the menu of this eclectic but sophisticated eatery on Hobart's waterfront. Blending fresh Tasmanian produce with centuries of South American flavor refinement, Frank is a lively spot for a reason. An ever-changing cocktail and drinks menu complements the menu.

    1 Franklin Wharf, Hobart, Tasmania, Australia
    03-6231–5005

    Known For

    • South American–influenced menu
    • Waterfront location
    • Eclectic decor

    Restaurant Details

    Rate Includes: Reservations essential
  • 13. Frankie's on Rotto

    $$

    In the heart of the settlement is the island's only pizzeria and cocktail bar. Sit on the deck surrounded by fig trees and munch on hand-stretched pizza, yummy pasta, and healthy salads. Frankie's on Rotto is family-owned (and named after the owners' son) and family-friendly with a kids' menu from 11 am. They also do breakfast in summer 8--11 am. Delivery is available on weekends. Tip: Watch the crows, they will try to steal your meal.

    342 Somerville Dr., Rottnest Island, Western Australia, 6161, Australia
    043-735--090

    Known For

    • BBQ Must Have meat lovers pizza
    • Happy hour 3--5 pm daily
    • Line-ups out the door in summertime
  • 14. Frogmore Creek

    $$$

    Wine tasting and an art gallery complement this unpretentious but upscale restaurant with floor-to-ceiling windows looking out to views over the vineyards of Frogmore Creek and Barilla Bay. In the restaurant creative yet simple dishes make choosing a meal difficult. Seasonal and local is the mantra. You can choose from an informal tapas-style menu or à la carte, the menu always matches delightfully with their exceptional wines. An oyster selection taken from the waters below the restaurant are sublime paired with Frogmore's sparkling wine.

    699 Richmond Rd., Cambridge, Tasmania, 7170, Australia
    03-6274–5844

    Known For

    • Vineyard views
    • Tapas-style menu
    • Fresh oysters

    Restaurant Details

    Rate Includes: No dinner, Reservations essential
  • 15. Gunyah

    $$$$

    Set in the remarkable Paperbark Camp glamping spot filled with high-end tree houses that are available for two-night minimum stays on the weekend, this restaurant is a romantic and warmly lit tree house for grown-ups. The menu is a set, three-course affair (A$80) featuring meats in the autumn months and light zesty fish and seafood in the summer. The desserts are light and packed full of flavor.

    571 Woollamia Rd., New South Wales, 2540, Australia
    02-4441–7299

    Known For

    • Great for a special occasion
    • Advance reservations
    • Very romantic
  • 16. Hanuman

    $$ | City Center

    Hailed as one of the best eateries in Darwin, Hanuman offers an Indian-fusion menu with a firm focus on seafood. Indoor seating is air-conditioned, with low lighting and a sophisticated feel once the sun sets. The alfresco seating is a great choice for lunch. This is the sister restaurant to the Hanuman in Alice Springs but the menu isn't the same.

    93 Mitchell St., Darwin, Northern Territory, 0800, Australia
    08-8941–3500

    Known For

    • Great atmosphere on the weekend
    • Incredible prawns
    • Excellent service

    Restaurant Details

    Rate Includes: No lunch weekends, Reservations essential
  • 17. Isola Di Capri

    $$

    Isola Di Capri has been serving up generous plates of seafood since 1972. Start with a shared antipasto platter or lobster toast before moving on to the fish of the day or locally sourced rib-eye steak. The lamb shoulder with crispy pumpkin risotto is a stand-out dish for non-seafood lovers. For a lighter bite, their wood-fired pizzas come hot and fresh and the wine list includes plenty of local options. Save room for a gelati to eat as you wander down the pier afterwards, or time your visit to watch the setting sun from the dining room with a cocktail in hand.

    2 Thompson Ave., Cowes, Phillip Island, Victoria, 3922, Australia
    03-5952--2435

    Known For

    • Antipasto platters
    • Delicious house-made gelato
    • Sea and pier views
  • 18. Jackman & McRoss

    $ | Battery Point

    This Hobart institution in Battery Point is still a can't-miss spot for the perfectly crafted cup of coffee and delicious house-made goodies including croissants and fruit tarts.

    57 Hampden Rd., Hobart, Tasmania, 7004, Australia
    03-6223--3186

    Known For

    • Local favorite
    • Fruit tarts
    • Coffee
  • 19. Julius Pizzeria

    $$ | South Brisbane

    Ideally positioned for a quick pre- or posttheater dinner, this always-busy pizzeria combines breezy yet attentive service with low-fuss dining—and delicious Italian food. Pizzas feature crisp wood-fired bases, with a variety of Rosse (tomato sauce–based) and Bianche (without sauce) toppings that follow the less-is-more approach. Or if you'd prefer, there is a selection of freshly made pasta dishes and a risotto of the day. The wine list features both Italian and Australian options.

    77 Grey St., Brisbane, Queensland, Australia
    07-3844–2655

    Known For

    • Open kitchen featuring a wood-fired oven
    • Friendly but efficient service
    • Bambini menu for children

    Restaurant Details

    Rate Includes: Closed Mon. No lunch Tues. and Wed.
  • 20. La Sosta

    $$$

    It begins as temptation as your senses are teased by the smells wafting from the open kitchen. Rosemary, chili, oregano, olive oil, and tomato scents will drive you crazy until your own meal lands in front of you. And then, bliss. This modern Italian eatery rivals any classic, and there are plenty in Fremantle. Italians have been ruling the roost for decades, so much that there's been a push to dub the port city, Little Italy. La Sosta offers a buzzy atmosphere while serving creative pasta dishes that will leave you wanting more. Start with the focaccia and leave room for dessert---the tiramisu is calling your name.

    85 Market St., Fremantle, Western Australia, 6160, Australia
    08-9335--9193

    Known For

    • Italian-speaking staff
    • Group cooking classes
    • Melt-in-your-mouth gnocchi

    Restaurant Details

    Rate Includes: Closed Mon. and Tues. No lunch Wed. and Thurs.

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