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50 Best Restaurants for a Date in Australia for 2019

As Voted by OpenTable Diners

Whether it's your first date or your 500th, it can be stressful picking out restaurants for date night. OpenTable's 2019 list of the 50 Best Restaurants for a Date in Australia highlights the most popular spots across the country with the perfect ambiance, menu options and more to create a truly unforgettable date. The list of honorees is based on an analysis of reviews of more than 1,800 restaurants across the country—all submitted by verified diners.

51 Restaurants
Updated October 03, 2019
Restaurants:A Touch of Salt, Alibi - Woolloomooloo, Amici Restaurant - Caloundra…
Price Range:$$ - $$$
Cuisines:Modern Australian, Vegetarian / Vegan, Italian…
Neighborhoods:Townsville, Woolloomooloo, Caloundra…

A Touch of Salt

$$$$·Modern Australian·
Townsville
970 reviews
  • Special Occasions
  • Romance
  • Fit for Foodies
A fantastic restaurant for a nice dinner out. Great food and staff.
97% recommended
Most Booked in Tropical North Queensland
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Alibi - Woolloomooloo

$$$$·Vegetarian / Vegan·
Woolloomooloo
515 reviews
  • Vegan
  • Special Occasions
  • Romance
Everything was honestly perfect. The food is possibly the best food I’ve eaten and the service was incredible.
91% recommended
Healthy in Sydney
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Amici Restaurant - Caloundra

$$$$·Italian·
Caloundra
1,037 reviews
  • Special Occasions
  • Good for a Date
  • Fit for Foodies
Food is alway great, service is fantastic, really good dining experience.
96% recommended
Best Overall in Sunshine Coast
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Assaggini

$$$$·Italian·
Mornington
548 reviews
  • Special Occasions
  • Good for a Date
  • Romance
Absolutely delicious food, friendly staff and a lovely place to dine.
97% recommended
Gluten Free Options in Victoria
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Bankvale Run

$$$$·Modern Australian·
Mickleham
710 reviews
  • Scenic View
  • Special Occasions
  • Lunch
Great experience and lovely food. Will come back again.
93% recommended
Not available on OpenTable
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Bella Brutta Pizza

$$$$·Pizza Bar·
Sydney CBD
484 reviews
  • Neighbourhood Gem
  • Fit for Foodies
  • Good for a Date
The most delicious food! Great music and great service.
98% recommended
Best Overall in Sydney / New South Wales
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Black Hide By Gambaro At Treasury Brisbane

$$$$·Steakhouse·
Brisbane CBD
509 reviews
  • Special Occasions
  • Romance
  • Good for Anniversaries
Very nice experience and food was fantastic. Service was very nice too and will go again.
92% recommended
Business Meals in Brisbane
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Cecconi's Flinders Lane

$$$$·Italian·
Melbourne CBD
416 reviews
  • Special Occasions
  • Romance
  • Fit for Foodies
We have eaten here twice while visiting Melbourne. On both occasions we’ve had delicious food served by exceptionally professional and helpful wait staff. Highly recommend.
96% recommended
Special Occasions in Melbourne
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The Courthouse

$$$$·Steak·
Cleveland
671 reviews
  • Special Occasions
  • Romance
  • Scenic View
An amazing venue and food was delicious. Service was amazing as well. Definitely coming back.
93% recommended
Scenic View in Brisbane
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Cutler & Co

$$$$·Modern Australian·
Australia
818 reviews
  • Special Occasions
  • Romance
  • Good for Anniversaries
Absolutely amazing! Food & wine was delicious. Service was great. We will be back.
96% recommended
Not available on OpenTable
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The Dining Room, Park Hyatt Sydney

$$$$·Modern Australian·
Sydney CBD
404 reviews
  • Scenic View
  • Special Occasions
  • Waterfront
We went to celebrate my mum's birthday and I'm so glad we chose The Dining Room as they made it a memorable day for my mum. The service was amazing and the view was simply breathta…Read more
87% recommended
Scenic View in Sydney
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Drumplings

$$$$·Asian·
Melbourne CBD
299 reviews
  • Good for a Date
  • Comfort Food
  • Fun
Amazing vibe and service can never be faulted! Always recommend especially with the food on point every single time!
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E'cco Bistro

$$$$·Modern Australian·
Brisbane CBD
514 reviews
  • Special Occasions
  • Fit for Foodies
  • Romance
Delicious food and wine, with excellent service, in an unassuming bistro.
97% recommended
Best Food in Brisbane
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Elio's Osteria

$$$$·Italian·
Carindale
838 reviews
  • Neighbourhood Gem
  • Special Occasions
  • Outdoor Eating
Food was amazing. Staff were very friendly. Warm and welcoming. Overall an absolutely great place to eat.
99% recommended
Best Overall in Brisbane
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Future Future

$$$$·Japanese·
Richmond
266 reviews
  • Neighbourhood Gem
  • Fit for Foodies
  • Special Occasions
A superb food and wine experience. It was a perfect location for a family reunion. The feeling was intimate and the service personal.
97% recommended
Japanese in Melbourne
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Glasshouse

$$$$·Modern Australian·
Timbumburi
973 reviews
  • Special Occasions
  • Scenic View
  • Fit for Foodies
Beautiful views, excellent service, delicious fresh local produce.
97% recommended
Best Overall in New South Wales
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Kisume

$$$$·Japanese·
Melbourne CBD
1,199 reviews
  • Special Occasions
  • Romance
  • Good for Anniversaries
The food and service was outstanding and amazing!! The staff were very friendly and seemed very knowledgeable about the food and went about in a very professional manner.
88% recommended
Not available on OpenTable
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Kneading Ruby

$$$$·Italian·
Wollongong
1,267 reviews
  • Group Bookings
  • Special Occasions
  • Fit for Foodies
A fabulous restaurant. Good accoustics. Excellent and friendly service provided by Jake. Our meal was amazing. The flavours, quality and presentation were outstanding. Highly recom…Read more
97% recommended
Best Overall in New South Wales
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Lazy Su

$$$$·Asian·
Braddon
922 reviews
  • Fit for Foodies
  • Special Occasions
  • Creative Cuisine
We had a fantastic evening dining at Lazy Su. We’re from Bendigo and spent the weekend in Canberra. Our dinner date at Lazy Su was definitely a highlight of our trip. The lady who …Read more
96% recommended
Best Overall in Canberra
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Les Bubbles Bar and Bistro

$$$$·Steakhouse·
Fortitude Valley
976 reviews
  • Special Occasions
  • Good for a Date
  • Group Bookings
We keep going back here because the food is delicious and the staff are always so attentive and polite. Will keep returning.
93% recommended
Special Occasions in Brisbane
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Little Valley

$$$$·Chinese·
Fortitude Valley
294 reviews
  • Good for a Date
  • Special Occasions
  • Fit for Foodies
Awesome experience. Great food, staff and ambiance.
93% recommended
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Mamasan Kitchen and Bar

$$$$·Asian·
Broadbeach
850 reviews
  • Special Occasions
  • Fit for Foodies
  • Good for a Date
The wait staff & service was excellent. Food delicious. Thank you.
97% recommended
Best Overall in Gold Coast
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Mjolner Melbourne

$$$$·Modern Australian·
Melbourne CBD
1,024 reviews
  • Special Occasions
  • Group Bookings
  • Fit for Foodies
From the minute we arrived, we felt welcome and special. All staff paid attention to the little details, explained whats so special about their service and what they have to offer…Read more
93% recommended
Special Occasions in Melbourne
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Mjølner Sydney

$$$$·Modern Australian·
Redfern
2,026 reviews
  • Special Occasions
  • Group Bookings
  • Good for a Date
Highly recommend this place! My husband is a fan of the TV show, Vikings, so booking his birthday dinner at Mjolner was a no-brainer. We mostly came for the ambiance but was blown …Read more
97% recommended
Best Ambience in Sydney
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Momofuku Seiōbo - The Star

$$$$·Caribbean·
Sydney CBD
678 reviews
  • Tasting Menu
  • Special Occasions
  • Creative Cuisine
Perfect birthday venue, the staff were so warm and extremely professional, they even gave me a bonus dessert and all signed a birthday card for me. The food was next level amazing,…Read more
88% recommended
Not available on OpenTable
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Moo Moo Restaurant (Gold Coast)

$$$$·Steakhouse·
Broadbeach
935 reviews
  • Special Occasions
  • Romance
  • Fit for Foodies
The best steak and pork belly we have ever had! The bread rolls for entree were amazing as well!
89% recommended
Notable Wine List in Gold Coast
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Mr Hizola’s

$$$$·Chinese (Canton)·
Burleigh Heads
605 reviews
  • Fit for Foodies
  • Special Occasions
  • Group Bookings
We are in Burleigh, on holiday from the Melbourne cold. We eat out every night, trying the different cuisines in the neighbourhood and thought we would try Cantonese. We were so th…Read more
94% recommended
Fit for Foodies in Gold Coast
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Nick & Nora's Sydney

$$$$·Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service·
Parramatta
373 reviews
  • Scenic View
  • Special Occasions
  • Vibrant Bar Scene
Good place, amazing view and the experience and friendliness of the staff was amazing. Definitely will come back here again.
86% recommended
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Northerlies Beach Bar and Grill - Airlie Beach

$$$$·Grill·
Airlie Beach
487 reviews
  • Scenic View
  • Outdoor Eating
  • Special Occasions
Stunning location, fantastic service and delicious, fresh seafood. Highly recommend.
87% recommended
Most Booked in Tropical North Queensland
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Nour

$$$$·Middle Eastern·
Surry Hills
881 reviews
  • Special Occasions
  • Fit for Foodies
  • Good for a Date
Every dish was a taste sensation, we’ll definitely come back for more. This is our second time and it didn’t disappoint.
97% recommended
Not available on OpenTable
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Osteria Oggi

$$$$·Italian·
Adelaide
1,552 reviews
  • Special Occasions
  • Fit for Foodies
  • Good for a Date
Great experience, great food and a nice venue. Would recommend!
93% recommended
Fit for Foodies in Adelaide
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Park Street Pasta & Wine

$$$$·Italian·
South Melbourne
463 reviews
  • Neighbourhood Gem
  • Outdoor Eating
  • Romance
Love this place! Awesome home made pasta and great wines.
84% recommended
Outdoor Eating in Inner City South
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Persone Italian Restaurant

$$$$·Italian·
Brisbane CBD
411 reviews
  • Scenic View
  • Special Occasions
  • Romance
Delicious food at a very affordable price. The view is nothing short of amazing.
89% recommended
Business Meals in Brisbane
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Pialligo Estate Garden Pavilion

$$$$·Australian·
Pialligo
358 reviews
  • Special Occasions
  • Scenic View
  • Lunch
We had the most amazing dinner! The slow cooked lamb is to die for! The beetroot salad (from the estate garden) was so fresh and so delicious that we had to order more! We also had…Read more
87% recommended
Not available on OpenTable
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The Point Revolving Restaurant - Wrest Point

$$$$·French·
Sandy Bay
591 reviews
  • Scenic View
  • Special Occasions
  • Romance
Extremely happy with our anniversary dinner. The whole experience was memorable for us. Thank you.
96% recommended
Best Overall in Tasmania
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Popolo Restaurant

$$$$·Italian·
South Brisbane
870 reviews
  • Scenic View
  • Outdoor Eating
  • Special Occasions
My favourite! Fantastic venue, service is incredible, food fabulous and location outstanding.
95% recommended
Scenic View in Brisbane
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The Potting Shed

$$$$·Modern Australian·
Alexandria
1,572 reviews
  • Outdoor Eating
  • Special Occasions
  • Lunch
Never disappoints! Love everything :) From the food to the amazing cocktails!
89% recommended
Most Booked in Sydney
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Press* Food & Wine

$$$$·Grill·
Adelaide
690 reviews
  • Special Occasions
  • Fit for Foodies
  • Good for a Date
I loved my dining experience at Press. The service & the food was amazing. I can’t wait to go back!!!
92% recommended
Group Bookings in Adelaide
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Restaurant Hubert

$$$$·French·
Sydney CBD
743 reviews
  • Special Occasions
  • Romance
  • Good for a Date
Delicious food, excellent service. The music and atmosphere was perfect.
96% recommended
Best Ambience in Sydney / New South Wales
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Rickys River Bar and Restaurant

$$$$·Seafood·
Noosa Heads
1,290 reviews
  • Scenic View
  • Special Occasions
  • Lunch
Fabulous food and service. Would recommend to friends.
95% recommended
Best Overall in Sunshine Coast
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Rookie Eatery

$$$$·Australian·
Wollongong
407 reviews
  • Special Occasions
  • Fit for Foodies
  • Romance
We went to Rookies on Wednesday evening, first time for me but my husband went a few months earlier. It was amazing. The food had so much flavour, delicious in every way. What impr…Read more
94% recommended
Fit for Foodies in New South Wales
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Shiki Japanese Restaurant

$$$$·Japanese·
Adelaide
270 reviews
  • Special Occasions
  • Fit for Foodies
  • Good for a Date
Absolutely beautiful food in a very entertaining setting.
95% recommended
Not available on OpenTable
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Shorehouse

$$$$·Asian·
Townsville
1,322 reviews
  • Special Occasions
  • Scenic View
  • Group Bookings
Amazing food and service once again. Great way to try meals you may not usually choose with the “ Just feed me “ option. Perfect evening.
94% recommended
Most Booked in Tropical North Queensland
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Smith & Daughters

$$$$·Mediterranean·
Fitzroy
1,177 reviews
  • Vegan
  • Special Occasions
  • Fit for Foodies
Amazing! The staff were all divine and knew the menu inside out. Service was quick, and we had the best night!
97% recommended
Healthy in Melbourne
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Stokehouse Q - Permanently Closed

$$$$·Modern Australian·
South Brisbane
802 reviews
  • Waterfront
  • Special Occasions
  • Romance
Always outstanding - food, service and ambiance. You won’t find much better in Brisbane.
98% recommended
Not available on OpenTable
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Sunda _

$$$$·Southeast Asian·
Melbourne CBD
542 reviews
  • Special Occasions
  • Fit for Foodies
  • Creative Cuisine
Food was absolutely amazing! The Roti is worth the hype but every dish we tried was terrific! Highlight was the Occy and the Rendang Pie!
95% recommended
Best Service in Melbourne
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Tequila Mockingbird

$$$$·Peruvian·
Australia
422 reviews
  • Good for a Date
  • Creative Cuisine
  • Fit for Foodies
Really enjoyed the food. Great spin on South American cuisine.
95% recommended
Not available on OpenTable
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Trattoria Emilia

$$$$·Italian·
Melbourne CBD
464 reviews
  • Special Occasions
  • Romance
  • Fit for Foodies
From the time you walk in you know this is going to be great! Amazing food and great service!
96% recommended
Neighbourhood Gem in City Centre
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Wah Wah Gee

$$$$·Asian·
Geelong City Centre
727 reviews
  • Scenic View
  • Waterfront
  • Special Occasions
Bao’s are just wowww! Have to say my favourite Asian fusion restaurant in Geelong. Can’t get enough! Food is amazing and service is always outstanding!
Most Booked in Victoria
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Whalebone Wharf

$$$$·Seafood·
Port Macquarie
1,086 reviews
  • Scenic View
  • Special Occasions
  • Waterfront
Amazing seafood platter!! We came down from Brisbane and stopped overnight in port Macquarie. Had read reviews about the amazing seafood platter at whalebone wharf and we were not …Read more
90% recommended
Scenic View in New South Wales
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The Woodhouse Restaurant

$$$$·Steakhouse·
Bendigo
1,199 reviews
  • Special Occasions
  • Fit for Foodies
  • Romance
This is a fabulous restaurant with a great atmosphere and service. The food, especially the steaks, are outstanding. Highly recommended.
99% recommended
Best Food in Victoria
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