Top 50 restaurants in Australia

As rated by verified OpenTable diners

Creative dishes, unparalelled hospitality and one-of-a-kind dining experiences, OpenTable's 50 best resataurants in Australia 2018 consistently serve up all this and more, time and again. This year's top 50 were determined by analysing more than 126,000 reviews from more than 1,600 restaurants across Australia - all submitted by verified diners.

50 Restaurants

Updated May 30, 2019

Restaurants:	A Touch of Salt, Bistro Rex, Brown Brothers Milawa Vineyard…
Price Range:	$$ - $$$
Cuisines:	Modern Australian, French, Australian…
Neighborhoods:	Townsville, Potts Point, Milawa…

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A Touch of Salt

$$$$·Modern Australian·

Townsville

546 reviews

Special Occasions
Good for a Date
Good for Anniversaries

Amazing staff and food. Would definitely recommend and eat here again.

99% recommended

Best Overall in Brisbane / Queensland

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Bistro Rex

$$$$·French·

Potts Point

388 reviews

Good for a Date
Fit for Foodies
Special Occasions

Absolutely brilliant food. The service was excellent and the restaurant was wonderful. I would recommend this restaurant to anyone who wants to eat French food.

95% recommended

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Brown Brothers Milawa Vineyard

$$$$·Australian·

Milawa

281 reviews

Lunch
Worth the Drive
Special Occasions

Beautiful duck and accompaniments. Great position next to window and the table service very friendly. A nice ambience on a beautiful day.

95% recommended

Lunch in Melbourne / Victoria

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Cafe Sydney

$$$$·Seafood·

Sydney CBD

2,134 reviews

Scenic View
Special Occasions
Outdoor Eating

Went there for an anniversary dinner with my partner and upon arrival, the staff was very inviting. The way things were set up was very nice, the view of the harbour was spectacula…Read more

90% recommended

Scenic View in Sydney / New South Wales

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Captain Moonlite

$$$$·Modern Australian·

Anglesea

374 reviews

Scenic View
Waterfront
Worth the Drive

This is one of the midden gems of Victoria with outstanding food, great location and friendly staff. I will be recommending it to all my friends and be back there again.

98% recommended

Modern Australian in Melbourne / Victoria

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Cecconi's Flinders Lane

$$$$·Italian·

Melbourne CBD

281 reviews

Special Occasions
Good for a Date
Good for Anniversaries

Fantastic food drinks and service 😊 I would recommend it to friends as a great night out

97% recommended

Business Meals in Melbourne / Victoria

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CHISWICK - Woollahra

$$$$·Farm-to-table·

Woollahra

1,068 reviews

Neighbourhood Gem
Fit for Foodies
Lunch

Love coming here, the food is consistently good and always look forward to coming back

95% recommended

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Chocolate Buddha

$$$$·Japanese·

Melbourne CBD

778 reviews

Gluten Free Options
Pre/post Theatre
Casual

Thank you for a great experience and while the noise level for us was good, it was not a crowded day. The barman needs to be more friendly and polite. Thanks

96% recommended

Gluten Free Options in Melbourne / Victoria

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Continental Deli Newtown

$$$$·European·

Sydney CBD

300 reviews

Good for a Date
Neighbourhood Gem
Creative Cuisine

Well thought out in every way Enjoyed every aspect of being at the Continental Deli Delicious food

94% recommended

Notable Wine List in Sydney / New South Wales

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David's

$$$$·Chinese (Shanghai)·

Prahran

349 reviews

Lunch
Special Occasions
Group Bookings

Lovely and quick service, delicious food. Perfect date night spot!

93% recommended

Best Overall in Inner East

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Dead Ringer

$$$$·Modern Australian·

Surry Hills

292 reviews

Good for a Date
Casual
Neighbourhood Gem

Cute little spot with great service, tasty drinks & super yum food. The charcoal gf bread, liver parfait, burrata, gnocchi & sticky date pudding were next level delicious. Definite…Read more

94% recommended

Brunch in Sydney / New South Wales

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Donovans

$$$$·Modern Australian·

St Kilda

522 reviews

Waterfront
Special Occasions
Scenic View

We love absolutely everything about Donovans. It is our celebration place - birthdays, anniversaries and special occasions. The food, service, ambience is all consistently fantas…Read more

94% recommended

Best Ambience in Melbourne / Victoria

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Eau De Vie Melbourne

$$$$·Tapas / Small Plates·

Melbourne CBD

363 reviews

Handcrafted Cocktails
Good for a Date
Vibrant Bar Scene

Outstanding drinks, out of this world experience! The staff experience and knowledge is on par to the most exclusive venues we have been to around the world.

96% recommended

Handcrafted Cocktails in Melbourne / Victoria

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Elio's Osteria

$$$$·Italian·

Carina Heights

483 reviews

Good for a Date
Neighbourhood Gem
Casual

The food and the service were five star, we brought 2 first-timers to Elio’s and they were impressed. Thanks

96% recommended

Best Overall in Brisbane / Queensland

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French Saloon

$$$$·European·

Melbourne CBD

269 reviews

Special Occasions
Good for a Date
Good for Anniversaries

Food quality superb, service exceptional and floor plan is beautiful. Would not hesitate to recommend. Maybe the only very small negative is the noise level accentuated by the ru…Read more

94% recommended

Romance in Melbourne / Victoria

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Glasshouse

$$$$·Modern Australian·

Timbumburi

593 reviews

Special Occasions
Scenic View
Worth the Drive

The ambience of the restaurant was most pleasing. We loved the selections on the menu. I chose the Corn fed chicken breast and was not disappointed! It was very tender with a beaut…Read more

98% recommended

Best Ambience in Sydney / New South Wales

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Kepos & Co

$$$$·Mediterranean·

Waterloo

307 reviews

Fit for Foodies
Good for a Date
Authentic

We had an amazing time. Michael and the team are super nice, professional and welcoming. The food - this was one of the best dinner we had. Amazing flavors, exciting dishes (try th…Read more

96% recommended

Best Overall in Sydney / New South Wales

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Kneading Ruby

$$$$·Italian·

Australia

799 reviews

Group Bookings
Good for a Date
Good for Birthdays

Best food and service. Always an amazing experience 👌

98% recommended

Best Overall in Exclusive

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LP's Quality Meats

$$$$·Steakhouse·

Chippendale

256 reviews

Group Bookings
Fit for Foodies
Casual

Excellent meal for my boyfriend's birthday. The food was delicious and service on point - would highly recommend! thanks LP's

98% recommended

Group Bookings in Sydney / New South Wales

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Lucy Liu Restaurant

$$$$·Asian·

Melbourne CBD

1,187 reviews

Fit for Foodies
Good for a Date
Creative Cuisine

lucy lius was an amazing place for my birthday with all my friends. the waitresses/waiters were astounding and the food was delightful

94% recommended

Asian in Melbourne / Victoria

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Mamasan Kitchen and Bar

$$$$·Asian·

Broadbeach

398 reviews

Good for a Date
Creative Cuisine
Fit for Foodies

Excellent food & friendly service. Great for a special occasion or just because!

96% recommended

Best Overall in Gold Coast

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Mercado

$$$$·Spanish·

Sydney CBD

521 reviews

Tapas
Good for a Date
Fit for Foodies

Lovely venue was well looked after... the brie and truffles and the Kingfish were to die for, the service was a bit intrusive to the dining experience. Clearing of plates when not…Read more

93% recommended

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Mjolner Melbourne

$$$$·Modern Australian·

Melbourne CBD

724 reviews

Special Occasions
Good for a Date
Fun

My partner and I had a fantastic dinner at Mjolner. The restaurant had nice background music playing that wasn't loud. The food was incredible. It was the perfect place for me to p…Read more

95% recommended

Handcrafted Cocktails in Melbourne / Victoria

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Mjølner Sydney

$$$$·Modern Australian·

Redfern

1,431 reviews

Special Occasions
Fun
Good for a Date

Awesome food and atmosphere, will definitely return

96% recommended

Handcrafted Cocktails in Sydney / New South Wales

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Momofuku Seiōbo - The Star

$$$$·Modern Australian·

Sydney CBD

588 reviews

Tasting Menu
Special Occasions
Good for Anniversaries

Incredible food and atmosphere , i will be back . 👌🏽

88% recommended

Best Service in Sydney / New South Wales

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Moo Moo The Wine Bar + Grill - Brisbane

$$$$·Steak·

Brisbane CBD

449 reviews

Special Occasions
Good for Anniversaries
Good for a Date

Great food and great service as always. Perfect setting and the balcony was the perfect place with the heaters and a nice breeze.

94% recommended

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Nour

$$$$·Middle Eastern·

Surry Hills

619 reviews

Special Occasions
Creative Cuisine
Fit for Foodies

Amazing food, exceptional service, great night out!

94% recommended

Fit for Foodies in Sydney / New South Wales

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Osteria di Russo & Russo

$$$$·Contemporary Italian·

Enmore

419 reviews

Good for a Date
Special Occasions
Fit for Foodies

The food was great the service friendly . Super flavoursome.

90% recommended

Fit for Foodies in Sydney / New South Wales

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Osteria Oggi

$$$$·Italian·

Adelaide

851 reviews

Special Occasions
Good for a Date
Fit for Foodies

Grease and beautifully prepared seafood entrees followed by excellent pasta, and a really interesting winelist

95% recommended

Best Overall in Adelaide / South Australia

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Park Street Pasta & Wine

$$$$·Italian·

South Melbourne

279 reviews

Good for a Date
Neighbourhood Gem
Authentic

Beautiful food and very attentive service! Thank you

96% recommended

Neighbourhood Gem in Melbourne / Victoria

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Pause Samford

$$$$·Modern Australian·

Samford

267 reviews

Good for a Date
Special Occasions
Worth the Drive

Delicious food and fantastically knowledgeable wine waiter (great to get the insight into the region). Always a great night st Pause.

98% recommended

Best Overall in Brisbane / Queensland

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Pt Leo Restaurant

$$$$·Modern Australian·

Merricks / Merricks North

984 reviews

Scenic View
Special Occasions
Lunch

This is my fourth visit to Point Leo with interstate guests as I can always rely on its consistent quality, service & ‘wow’ factor! The setting is stunning and the fact that the se…Read more

95% recommended

Lunch in Melbourne / Victoria

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Puerto

$$$$·Spanish·

Patterson Lakes

232 reviews

Tapas
Scenic View
Special Occasions

The degustation menu was fantastic and ample. Food was amazing, service was great and table for 2 by the window overlooking the marina was lovely. Warm ambience, music was at a low…Read more

92% recommended

Scenic View in Melbourne / Victoria

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Restaurant Hubert

$$$$·French·

Sydney CBD

336 reviews

Special Occasions
Romance
Good for a Date

Great atmosphere. Nice service Food was served fast Although the place was quite loud that created good atmosphere. Would recommend

95% recommended

Best Ambience in Sydney / New South Wales

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Rick Shores

$$$$·Contemporary Asian·

Burleigh Heads

1,333 reviews

Waterfront
Scenic View
Special Occasions

Our waiter was superb. We wished to tip in cash but had the eftpos brought over and the black pay folder whipped away which made it awkward without me waving cash around in front o…Read more

95% recommended

Best Ambience in Brisbane / Queensland

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Rickys River Bar and Restaurant

$$$$·Seafood·

Noosa Heads

743 reviews

Waterfront
Special Occasions
Scenic View

First visit, but certainly not the last. Very friendly and helpful staff. A lovely place to take friends. Meals were fantastic and drinks menu covered everything. A very enjoyab…Read more

92% recommended

Notable Wine List in Brisbane / Queensland

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Rogue Bistro

$$$$·Modern Australian·

Brisbane CBD

409 reviews

Good for a Date
Special Occasions
Fit for Foodies

Great place to celebrate a Birthday or special occasion. The staff were wonderful and checked if we had any food allergies before we placed our order. Would absolutely recommend Ro…Read more

99% recommended

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Rookie Eatery

$$$$·Australian·

Wollongong

275 reviews

Special Occasions
Good for a Date
Good for Anniversaries

Fantastic food!! Markup on the wine we purchased was a bit much but overall we loved our first time there.

94% recommended

Notable Wine List in Sydney / New South Wales

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Sails Noosa

$$$$·Modern Australian·

Noosa Heads

1,011 reviews

Waterfront
Special Occasions
Scenic View

Food was delicious. Wait staff were very attentive & accommodating. Great view over Noosa Beach on a fabulous clear sunny day! Everything was perfect.

94% recommended

Scenic View in Brisbane / Queensland

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Season Restaurant

$$$$·Modern Australian·

Noosa Heads

230 reviews

Waterfront
Special Occasions
Scenic View

Excellent food and outlook over Noosa Beach. Great Wine list. Special booking request was respectfully accommodated, great lunch as always.

93% recommended

Brunch in Brisbane / Queensland

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Shobosho

$$$$·Asian·

Adelaide

665 reviews

Creative Cuisine
Fit for Foodies
Good for a Date

Cleanest open kitchen I've ever seen in my life!! Will definitely dine in this place again!!!!!!!!!!

95% recommended

Best Overall in Adelaide / South Australia

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Smith & Daughters

$$$$·Italian·

Fitzroy

917 reviews

Vegan
Good Vegetarian Options
Creative Cuisine

The food is SENSATIONAL, interior is super cool, staff are just lovely, drinks are spot on. This is plant food at a whole new level 👌🏻

94% recommended

Healthy in Melbourne / Victoria

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Stokehouse Q

$$$$·Modern Australian·

South Brisbane

694 reviews

Waterfront
Scenic View
Special Occasions

This is the second time I’ve dined at stokehouse this year. Once again, the food, service and riverside setting were all five star. The prawn taco is amazing

91% recommended

Business Meals in Brisbane / Queensland

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Sum Yung Guys

$$$$·Asian·

Sunshine Beach

2,408 reviews

Creative Cuisine
Fit for Foodies
Spicy

Food and service was awesome. Discovered a fabulous new wine and would go back anytime.

98% recommended

Best Food in Brisbane / Queensland

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Sunda _

$$$$·Southeast Asian·

Melbourne CBD

378 reviews

Creative Cuisine
Fit for Foodies
Good for a Date

We went for a birthday dinner. The food is wonderful and artfully presented. Probably one of the best meals I’ve ever had. Thank you

94% recommended

Best Food in Inner City

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The Cape Kitchen

$$$$·Modern Australian·

Phillip Island

294 reviews

Scenic View
Waterfront
Lunch

Loved it all, a unique environment, awesome staff and beautiful food! Cant wait to go back! Seagull chicks an amazing spring special!

99% recommended

High Tea in Melbourne / Victoria

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The Peacock Den

$$$$·Mediterranean·

The Basin

186 reviews

Good for a Date
Cosy
Tapas

An amazing little gem in the suburbs. Impeccable service, great ambience and the food and wine were high quality. Our group of 6 chose the new ‘feed me’ option which covered a grea…Read more

99% recommended

Best Overall in Melbourne / Victoria

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The Woodhouse Restaurant

$$$$·Steakhouse·

Bendigo

649 reviews

Special Occasions
Good for a Date
Good for Anniversaries

The food was very tasty, well presented and sufficient in quantity.

99% recommended

Best Service in Melbourne / Victoria

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Tinamba Hotel

$$$$·Modern Australian·

Tinamba

314 reviews

Worth the Drive
Special Occasions
Good for Anniversaries

Fantastic meal and service. Will definitely be back!

99% recommended

Special Occasions in Melbourne / Victoria

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Walter’s Steakhouse - Brisbane

$$$$·European·

Brisbane CBD

338 reviews

Special Occasions
Business Meals
Good for a Date

Thank you for such a lovely dinning experience. We will definitely be back :)

95% recommended

Business Meals in Brisbane / Queensland

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