With Christmas just around the corner, the gift-giving pressure is on. With over 400 restaurants to choose from across Australia and available as either a physical card (which can be sent in a gift box with a Christmas card) or a digital card (sent to a mobile phone with a personal message), the Best Restaurants Gift Card really is the perfect gift. Whether it’s a family-friendly restaurant or a romantic dinner for two, here’s a selection of some of our favourite restaurants.
Best Restaurants
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Located in the stunning surrounds of Chiswick Gardens in Woollahra, CHISWICK WOOLLAHRA is the mastermind of Matt Moran, with kitchen lead by Head Chef Francois Poulard. The menu embraces a simple approach with a range of dishes – from seafood to Matt Moran's famous lamb – designed for sharing. The menu features produce predominantly from local suppliers and the CHISWICK WOOLLAHRA kitchen garden, with many dishes utilising the kitchen's custom-built wood fire oven.Read more -
The Meat & Wine Co. Melbourne have spared no expense in creating this impressive Southbank steakhouse restaurant. The three-level dining room features new and rustic design elements and offers views of the Yarra River and the city skyline. The impressive open kitchen dishes up the restaurant's signature flame grilled skewers, ribs and premium steaks.Read more -
On the historic Finger Wharf at Sydney’s Woolloomooloo, China Doll has a loyal following of customers who come for its fantastic views, elegant styling and generously portioned Modern Asian dishes.Read more -
Boasting 180-degree views of the Brisbane River, from the iconic Story Bridge to the Kangaroo Point Cliffs, Blackbird Restaurant is one of Brisbane’s most popular restaurants. The sustainably-sourced menu has a strong focus on local, Queensland produce and an impressive selection of beef.Read more -
It's perfect for special occasions and pre-theatre diningLook out for events and special dining experiencesARIA's curvaceous dining room overlooks Sydney Harbour Bridge and the Opera House with sweeping views of the harbour. But the main attraction at this award-winning restaurant is the refined, modern Australian fine dining menu. ARIA is constantly abuzz with foodies, celebrities and celebrity spotters and is the perfect restaurant to showcase the very best of Sydney dining to overseas visitors.Read more -
It's only fitting that Sydney's most iconic structure is also home to one of its most iconic restaurants. Diners at Bennelong at the Sydney Opera House can soak up the exposed ribs of the building and its harbour outlook while enjoying celebrated Chef Peter Gilmore's menu.Read more -
The critics say this is Australia's finest Chinese restaurant. If the three-month wait for a table is any indication, the punters think so too. Flower Drum Restaurant in Melbourne has had a fearsome reputation for over 35 years. The dining room is a huge series of red-carpeted areas with lacquered wood detailing in every corner. The menu emphasises a creative touch with high quality seafood and other protein so get out of your comfort zone and taste the magic.Read more -
Read moreGiving a gentle nod to authentic Cantonese and Sichuan cuisine, Donna Chang unites a respected team of industry leaders from both interstate and international origins. Situated in the heart of the Brisbane CBD, this fine-dining establishment combines stunning, heritage-listed interiors with delicious Modern Chinese flavours to create a dining experience like no other.
Open daily for lunch and dinner
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Read moreA vibrant neighbourhood trattoria located in the heart of Double Bay; we bring the spirit of the Southern Italian lifestyle to Sydney; capturing the flavours, energy and relaxed lifestyle inspired by the Amalfi Coast. Our food concept takes inspiration from the iconic Italian coastline Campania; the birthplace of pizza, and a region where wood-fired fare, fresh mozzarella, locally-grown tomatoes and seafood are at the heart of dining.
Lunch Friday-Saturday and dinner Sunday 12pm-10pm
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Read moreThe Moubarak brothers, creators of landmark Brisbane bars Laruche and Lychee Lounge, bring the award-winning Gerard's Bistro to Fortitude Valley's fashionable James Street district. The restaurant's unique menu is inspired by the culinary traditions of southern Europe, North Africa and the Middle East (courtesy of ex-Cha Cha Char and Urbane chef, Ben Williamson). The dishes are interesting and inventive, as is the well-priced international wine list.
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Read moreCombining imaginative Mediterranean cuisine with lavish hospitality, a world-class drink selection and luxurious surrounds, Byblos Bar and Restaurant offers some of Melbourne's best waterside dining experiences. A unique, modern Mediterranean-meets-Lebanese menu promises to be a feast for the eyes as well as the palate, while the stylish outdoor courtyard is a perfect spot to take in the views over the CBD with your dining companion.