Eating Out

Australia’s dining scene is vibrant and diverse, blending world-class restaurants with laidback coastal cafes and multicultural street food. From laneway dining in Melbourne to paddock-to-plate experiences across regional towns, it celebrates local produce and global flavours.

Highlights

Byron Bay

15 top bars to visit in Byron Bay

A bunch of drinking dens have joined Byron’s popular bar scene, offering holidaymakers plenty of options for sophisticated sips in this free-spirited town.

Select dishes from Messina Snackbar in Marrickville

Sydney

Messina just upped its game with a new snack bar

Australia’s most beloved gelateria has launched a snack bar at its flagship store in Marrickville.

Sydney

A local’s guide to 17 of the best restaurants in Cronulla

Long-time local Carla Grossetti suggests some of the best restaurants in Cronulla no matter the occasion.

Canberra

22 Canberra bars worthy of a tipple or two

Want to know where to find the best Canberra bars? The nation’s capital has a plethora of places that make for a sophisticated night out.

Brisbane

Brisbane’s must-eat dishes: Your guide to the city’s best bites

Have a limited time to explore Brisbane and only want to eat the best? We’ve narrowed down a selection of the city’s best dishes, from breakfast carbonara (yes, it’s true) to the best dumplings in the city.

Port Fairy

8 of the best Port Fairy cafes to add to your list

From a casual beachfront cafe with cracking ocean views to a specialty roastery known for cranking out top-notch coffee, there’s a strong selection of Port Fairy cafes to choose from on your next visit.

Gold Coast

14 of the best craft beer breweries on the Gold Coast

Sit down with an ice-cold beer and enjoy.

Central Coast

40 of the best restaurants on the Central Coast

Map your culinary journey around the Central Coast with these epic restaurants and cafes.

Port Fairy

8 of the best Port Fairy restaurants to visit on your next trip

From a lively pizza joint with a big personality to a classic pub with a long and storied history, there are plenty of Port Fairy restaurants to choose from on your next trip along the Great Ocean Road.