If you’re looking for some inspiration about where to head for your next meal out – and want to avoid dissapointment, then you’re in luck. Popular restaurant book and review website Open Table have revealed their most popular 50 restaurants.
The top restaurants have been broken down by area, and include all sorts of cuisines, from fresh seafood to indulgent Italian.
Read on below to find the highest rated restaurants in your area, as well as a review about the establishment.
Adelaide
Fugazzi Bar & Dining Room
“Different variety of food and excellent choices, good service, friendly staff”
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Noi Vietnamese Eatery
“A beautiful meal with a lovely ambience. Slightly noisy but most places are. Excellent service.”
Osteria Oggi
“Our server was great, he knew what he was talking about and helped make decisions for our order. Couldn’t fault”
ShoSho
“Fabulous food. Never disappointed. Wait staff look after you very well.”
Brisbane
Essa Restaurant
“Faultless! Attention to detail in all respects was second to none! Professional, courteous and ever so obliging. A must do experience for people who expect the best!”
Harveys Bar and Bistro
“Great restaurant! Always fantastic food and service. A family favourite.”
Mosconi Restaurant & Wine Bar
“Dined as a party of 4 and had a great time! Food was delicious and we couldn’t fault the services.”
Southside
“Really cool vibe, fantastic food and awesome service. Will definitely return.”
Tartufo
“My wife & I went for a late lunch on Saturday 10th December. We were greeted and shown to our table swiftly, there was a great ambience in the restaurant and we instantly felt very comfortable….Our meals arrived which were outstanding, in terms of freshness, quality and value.”
Walter’s Steakhouse – Brisbane
“Great staff. We had steak and lamb- both were perfectly cooked. Rare steak was rare. We had a lovely evening.
Gold Coast
Etsu Izakaya
“I’ve been to Etsu a few times now and this place never disappoints. The food, the service, the atmosphere, everything about this place keeps me coming back. I loved how the staff helped us shape our food and drink order to have the best tasting experience. Can’t recommend this place enough and already looking forward to my next visit.”
Mamasan Kitchen and Bar
“Everything about our mamasan experience was fabulous we can’t wait to come back.”
Mr Hizola’s
“Service was amazing, food was amazing and our waiter Jordan was attentive and super friendly!”
Rick Shores
“Have such a beautiful ocean view, nice service and great food.”
Melbourne
Bang Bang RC
“Great food, great value and great service – consistently. Very generous portion sizes and so many options to keep every dietary requirement happy. Bang Bang is a favourite for special occasions.”
Cecconi’s Flinders Lane
“We dined here on our last night in Melbourne. We were very disappointed…..disappointed that we hadn’t dined here on our first night so that we may have gone back again! We ordered a few dishes to share, mains and dessert. Everything was DELICIOUS. The service was efficient and friendly. We will definitely be back on our next trip.”
Chocolate Buddha
“Absolutely outstanding food in a fantastic location.”
City Wine Shop and The European
“Always a great experience. Damian looked after us impeccably.”
Good nights
“Great food lovely service.”
Hero ACMI
“My absolute favourite – wonderful food, wonderful service, wonderful ambience.
Hochi Mama CBD
“Went here for lunch on a workday and was very pleased. From the moment we walked in, staff were so accommodating. Fusion dishes were packed with flavours.”
Il Solito Posto
“We had a lovely experience dining at Il Solito Posto. It was my sister’s birthday and we had wonderful service and a delicious meal! Very attentive staff and the room is so lovely to be in. Will be back for the next special occasion!”
Lona Misa
“Fabulous vegan venue and highly recommended o all! The food was of an excellent quality and the customer service was outstanding.”
Meatmaiden
“If you’re looking for a beautiful piece of fillet beef, look no further. Absolutely amazing.”
Mr and Mrs P
“Quality food, we ordered a few of the smaller dishes to share. The cocktails were great. There was live music on the night which was lovely.”
Rococo Acland Street
“The most amazing drinks and food! Always love coming back.”
Straight Outta Saigon
“Delicious friendly and plentiful! Quick and we’ll priced pre show dinner!”
The Carlton Wine Room
“Carlton Wine Room never fails to impress, beautiful food and stunning service. Our waiter was fantastic!”
The Clare Castle
“Thanks for the opportunity to respond to our visit. The food was very good & the staff were very professional. We will be back.”
The Graham Hotel
“Good was delicious. Cocktails were fab. Service excellent. Would love to see some more vegetarian options. We had a wonderful night.”
Union House
“Food was incredible, great cocktails and the service was outstanding. The kitchen and wait staff were so accommodating to any food intolerances. Will definitely return.”
Vue de monde
“Food was amazing and high quality. Service from the team made the meal extra special. We celebrated our 25th relationship anniversary and every member of the Vue de Monde team both front and back of house congratulated us for our special occasion.
New South Wales
Spice Monkey
“We are from Newcastle and we were recommended Spice Monkey. We weren’t disappointed.. food was excellent and happy hour was a bonus!! Table service and staff very friendly and efficient. Thoroughly enjoyable and would recommend to all!!”
Whalebone Wharf
“Excellent service, great location on the water and great food.”
Sunshine Coast
Bella Venezia Restaurant and Bar
“Superb food & excellent service from David & wine waiter.”
Green Zebra
“Always love eating here. What a lovely restaurant. Full water views, great atmosphere and the meals are simply amazing. Everything on the menu is just delicious. Great prices as well. And awesome cocktail selection.”
Locale Restaurant and Bar Noosa
“Was very romantic, I wad a bit out of my depths never been to a place so fancy, but the staff were so friendly and helpful and professional it was amazing, food was lovely.”
Ricky’s River Bar and Restaurant
“Best seafood in Noosa hands down.”
Sails Noosa
“Amazing evening by the Pacific Ocean eating Tin Bay crab.”
Sum Yung Guys
“Always excellent food and service confirmed by forward bookings.”
Tasmania
Landscape Restaurant
“A must if in Hobart! The food and venue was outstanding and will be back next time in Tassie.”
Tropical Queensland
A Touch of Salt
“Touch of Salt never disappoints food and service always exceptional.”
Victoria
Bistro Elba
“Great night at BE, my quail entree was perfectly prepared and delicious, as was the crabmeat soufflé three of the guests enjoyed. The mains, Confit duck leg, NZ flounder and a chicken pie were all top rate, washed down with an Avanti Syrah and Heathcote Shiraz. We’ll be back soon.”
Coombe Yarra Valley
“Great food, great service and the property outstanding.”
Sir Loins
“Thank you guys for a lovely night you made our anniversary very special we will be coming back again some time soon . I will be recommending you guys to my family and friends to go there when there in bright.”
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