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10 Restaurants in Australia perfect for a Bestie Date
Published 26 May 2025
Photography: Courtesy of Patina at Customs House

Your bestie. What would you do without them? They’ve been there through it all. The terrible dates, the regrettable haircuts. The year you only wore ballet flats. And still they stayed, standing true, supporting you, reassuring you, making you laugh when all you want to do is cry. National Best Friend Day is just around the corner, and to celebrate the 8th of June, we’ve compiled a list of 10 perfect places around the country to spoil your favourite friend. Is there any better excuse to eat, drink and laugh so hard you might cry? 

  • Allysan

    1103 Glen Huntly Road, Glenhuntly
    It's perfect for every seafood lover and those looking for a balanced dining experience full of flavour
    You need to try the truffle fettuccini with lobster tail and the duck breast with King oyster mushroom and orange
    Look out for the signature tiger prawn roll on a perfectly toasted milk bun

    Catching up with your platonic soulmate should be as special as they are, and Allysan fits that brief perfectly. The soft yet sleek interiors echo the quiet elegance of the menu and invite you to settle in for a decadent meal, a well-earned drink and a juicy catch-up. Whether you are sharing antics alongside a plate of oysters, whispering conspiratorially over a side of Wagyu, or divulging details between bites of truffle fettuccine, you'll be left feeling satisfied and pleased in this cosy slice of luxury.  

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  • Leigh Street Wine Room

    9 Leigh Street, Adelaide CBD

    Under the iconic arched ceiling, surrounded by chatter and terrazzo, entering Leigh Street Wine Room is like entering a secret world. A world where the food is mouthwatering, the wine is excellent and the company is superb. Intimate and lively, you and your bestie can share smaller flavour-packed plates, order hearty mains or select from the extensive wine list while you relax into the atmosphere. Leigh Street is a community gem, where you can immerse yourself in an ambiance brimming with life, connection and enjoyment.  

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  • Georges Mediterranean Bar & Grill

    Lime Street, King Street Wharf Sydney

    Imagine a place where you can experience the flavours, ambiance and relaxation of the mediterranean without the plane ticket. Now imagine that place exists, is nestled on King Street Wharf, and is waiting for you. Let your worries wash away, laughter drifting on the breeze as you and your bestie lounge on comfy outdoor seats and clink cocktails. Watch the world hurry on by against the backdrop of glistening water, enjoying char-grilled octopus, handmade sheftalia sausages, or George’s Lamb Feast. 

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  • Julio's

    1309 Hay Street, West Perth
    It's perfect for Friday night celebrations with a 3-hour happy hour, live music and woodfired pizzas
    You need to try the Salumi with artisan meats, soft cheese and famous arancini
    Look out for the scallopini, barramundi and campanelle main dishes

    As warm and welcoming as only the friendliest neighbourhood Italian restaurant can be, Julio’s is the perfect place to take your best friend on the date they deserve. Soak in live music over happy hour and let the night run late and long as you enjoy pizza, pasta or panna cotta (or all three). With your belly full and cheeks sore from smiling, you leave feeling warm and fuzzy, already planning your next visit. 

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  • Patina at Customs House

    Customs House, 399 Queen Street, Brisbane CBD

    Regaling each other with tales, sipping drinks and enjoying incredible food while you look out over the water, the Story Bridge and city skyline sparkling back at you, is the very thing your sitcom dreams are made of.  The vibes are immaculate, the atmosphere relaxed yet energising, as you enjoy modern Australian, paddock to plate, premium dining under the festoon lights. Alternatively, pop by for Sunday long lunch, where the nine courses showcase fresh, high-quality produce, meat and seafood. Oh, to be alive and with your bestie at Patina.  

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  • Stamford Park

    8 Emmeline Row, Rowville
    It's perfect for high tea with the girls

    You’re never too old to live out your fairytale dreams, and Stamford Park Homestead is the perfect place to do just that this National Best Friend’s Day. The lovingly restored property is as timeless as it is whimsical, history and magic dripping from every eave as the sun shines through windows and across linen tablecloths. Enjoy high tea out on the verandah, looking out over the estate as you enjoy tartlets and croquettes, sandwiches and scones. And tea, of course. Bond over old memories while making new ones during this unique dining experience.  

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  • Lilymu

    Parramatta Square, 153 Macquarie Street, Parramatta

    Under the glow of pink neon lights, the vibrant water lily mural contrasts beautifully with Lilymu’s dark and sleek interior. This contemporary Asian eatery creates flavours as vivid and exciting as its decor, each ingredient fresh and ethically sourced. Travel the continent as you explore everything from curries to ssam, gyoza to ceviche. You can also choose a banquet, a selection that showcases their kitchen’s range and deft mastery effortlessly while you enjoy a meal you and your bestie won’t soon forget. 

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  • Duckfat

    3B/63 Skyring Terrace, Newstead

    Can’t choose between spoiling your bestie with thought-provoking art or delicious food? Now you don’t have to. Dining under the breathtaking cherry-blossom and surrounded by intriguing art pieces, dive into a dining experience that is as intriguing as it is delicious. Turning tradition on its head, Duckfat offers recipes that are edgy, refreshed and mouth-watering all at once. Try the beef tartare with its egg yolk lovingly placed on top, the just seared red tuna in cajun spice, or of course, the pan-fried duck breast. 

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  • La Sardina Loca

    100 Elizabeth St, Hobart CBD

    Tucked away in Hobart’s CBD, La Sardina Loca is a converted stable turned Aperitivo bar, and invites you to hide away from the real world for a few hours. The sandstone courtyard decorated with fairy lights gives a secret garden feel, perfect for trading secrets and letting your worries melt into the evening air. Share any selection of plates, each one containing deliciously prepared and cooked local produce. 

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  • Hideaway Kitchen & Bar

    2657 Gold Coast Highway, Broadbeach

    The perfect place for a laid back yet invigorating best friend date, Hideaway Kitchen and Bar is vibrant, lively, and packs flavourful punch after flavourful punch. Using the best Australian ingredients to showcase Asian cuisine, the menu is extensive and colourful as the umbrellas that stand overhead. Sit indoors or outdoors while you enjoy share plates, dumplings, noodles or bao. Choice will be your biggest challenge here, as the menu overflows with flavourful options, each one more inviting than the next.   

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