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

Newcastle

Your guide to the offbeat nightlife of Newcastle

It’s no secret that Newcastle has been in a period of radical change over the past few years, particularly when it comes to its nightlife. You’ll now find an eclectic roll call of options, including sophisticated restaurants, hip subterranean bars and lively brewhouses.

Brisbane

The best dumplings in Brisbane

Poached or grilled, tightly packed with all things sweet or savoury: there’s a lot to love about the humble dumpling.

Bundaberg

9 Bundaberg restaurants and cafes you can’t miss

Grab a fork and discover what’s being served up in the ‘food bowl’ of Australia.

Couple enjoying pies from The Upper Crust pie shop, Collaroy (Image: Destination NSW)

Australia

Where to find the best pies around Australia

Hungry? We quizzed our readers on where to find the best pies around the country. How many have you been to?

Cradle Mountain

8 of the best restaurants in Cradle Mountain

Refuel at one of these top restaurants surrounded by the beauty of the Tasmanian wilderness.

12 of the newest bars and restaurants in WA

Dine on Italian food in Margaret River, enjoy pan-Asian flavours in Perth, and savour a few top drops.

Kangaroo Island

11 top places to eat and drink on Kangaroo Island

Base your itinerary on where best to celebrate local seafood, artisan produce and wine with our guide to Kangaroo Island’s best restaurants, pubs and cafes.