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

Great Ocean Road

14 of the best places to eat along the Great Ocean Road

Don’t set out on Victoria’s most iconic road trip without planning where you’ll stop along the way – better yet, plan your Great Ocean Road trip around these cafes, restaurants and eateries.

Adelaide

A family guide to kid-friendly restaurants in Adelaide

Your go-to guide to Adelaide's best kid-friendly restaurants.

A patron sits out front of the Lord Nelson Pub in The Rocks.

Sydney

11 historic pubs in The Rocks to visit for a guaranteed good time

The pubs and breweries of The Rocks blend aspects of Australia’s colonial period with the contemporary, celebrating Sydney's drinking past and present.

Australia

These are the #1 fish and chips in each state

We quizzed our readers on where to find the best fish and chips around the country. Here, we crown the winners in each state.

Couple having a schooner each at the Wye Beach Hotel on the Great Ocean Road

Australia

11 best coastal pubs and bars in Australia

Crack out the sunglasses (and the tinnies) when you pay a visit to Australia’s top beachside pubs and bars.

Australia

Australia’s 12 best beachfront bars for summer

Sand, sunset and spritz. When it comes to indulging in some summer drinks, it doesn’t get much better than these Australian beach bars.

Orange

16 excellent cafes in Orange for coffee lovers and foodies

You’re never too far from a well-brewed coffee and delicious meal in Orange.

Sydney

15 of the best Paddington cafes to indulge at

Renowned for its fashion and culture, Paddington offers leisurely brunch spots, freshly baked goods and specialty coffee that will keep you wanting more.

Kangaroo Valley

12 Kangaroo Valley restaurants and cafes every visitor must try

From cafes with house-fermented kombucha to character-filled pubs with buzzy beer gardens and delis helmed by award-winning chefs, it’s a great time to explore the Kangaroo Valley restaurant and cafe scene.