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Updated on 05/02/2025

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Byng Street Nights

Diners’ top pick

Price: Moderate

We are delighted to announce that Byng Street Nights are back. We’re setting the perfect mood and it’s your invitation to unwind and embrace the good vibes.
We are open Wednesday to Saturday, featuring a fresh menu each week to tantalise your taste buds. Don’t miss out—secure your reservation from 5:30pm onwards.

A photo of 99 On Park restaurant

Price: Expensive

Contemporary French

A casual elegant dining experience located in the picturesque Coffs Harbour. The beautifully crafted dishes are created with a focus on local, fresh, seasonal ingredients, carefully prepared by our talented head chef Loic and his team.
99 on Park offers an intimate contemporary dining experience with an old-style feel. With some lovely alfresco areas including a small courtyard to enjoy the warmer nights.

A photo of Bonito Peruvian Eatery restaurant

Bonito Peruvian Eatery

Price: Expensive

Bonito brings together the many flavours of Peruvian cuisine and combines them with fresh, local ingredients. Never tried Peruvian food? Keep reading.
Peruvian cuisine harmoniously weaves together flavours from various corners of the globe. Influenced by its rich history and cultural diversity, the culinary tapestry of Peru reflects flavours from Spain, Italy, Japan, China and beyond. Peru’s unique landscape consists of an expansive Pacific coastline, the Andean mountains and the Amazon rainforest – providing access to vibrant and diverse ingredients – varieties of potato, corn, seafood, chilli, fruits and grains are used extensively in Peruvian cooking. Fish ceviche and lomo saltado are two of our classic dishes, come give it a try!

Price: Very Expensive

Modern Australian

A boutique family owned gastronomic restaurant on the South Coast of NSW. We offer a 3 course lunch & dinner menu ($110pp) with optional wine pairing ($50pp).
Head chef Jan Semmelhack is a unique creator, focused on the superb local produce of the South Coast which results in a unique dining experience. Originally from Germany, Jan was the head pastry chef in two Michelin star restaurant in Berlin. Be sure to try his exceptional desserts to complete your Mimosa sensory adventure!
Our wine list has been curated to highlight snippets of the best of Australian & New Zealand wines. We showcase small, up and coming producers, as well as some of the more established winemakers. Due to our continued commitment to sustainability, we favour growers who embrace organic & biodynamic farming practices.

A photo of Ain't Nonna's restaurant

Price: Expensive

Contemporary Italian

WE AIN'T NONNA'S! It's a simple as that. We love and appreciate all the Nonna's out there and the beautiful food they create. We don't want to compete with your Nonna's cooking, so we won't.
This is our take on home style Italian cooking.

A photo of Umi-Ko Izakaya restaurant

Price: Expensive

Japanese izakaya in the heart of Merimbula- 56 Market Street, Merimbula

Il Toscano Long Jetty

Top-rated hospitality

Price: Moderate

Il Toscano means “The Tuscan”, and is a perfect representation of everything I am, and all that I love about my home land in Italy.
My name’s Matteo – head pasta maker, chef and owner of il Toscano. I was born and raised in the countryside of Tuscany, and although I’ve now lived in Australia for over 9 years, my passion for all things Italian has never been stronger.
Nor has my passion for sharing it with Australia and the Central Coast. I noticed that while there are a lot of outlets serving Italian food up here, they’re largely not hitting the mark when it comes to quality, authenticity and traditional local Tuscan food.
Our mission is to bring people together for an amazing Italian experience with good food, wine and good times and share with you my strong passion and our local traditional cuisine as if you were in Tuscany.

A photo of Shelter restaurant

Price: Expensive

Set in the idyllic beachside town of Lennox Head in Northern New South Wales, Shelter is your home away from home, whether you are just passing through or you’re part of the local community. With the community in mind, we endeavor to use ethically sustainable, seasonal products sourced from local producers and suppliers. We are also keen on cultivating and creating awareness of the importance of supporting local growers while educating people about the food they consume as well as where it’s from and how it’s produced. At Shelter Restaurant Lennox Head, you come first, and it’s our promise to provide high caliber food, sourced from the best quality products, ensuring your satisfaction.

A photo of Rookie Eatery restaurant

Price: Expensive

Rookie Eatery offers diners contemporary Australian cuisine in a casual context. A produce-driven menu centres on modern Australian food, as the kitchen serves an eclectic mix of local ingredients with multicultural influences. At Rookie, we believe that ‘Australian cuisine’ is a multicultural phenomenon that exists nowhere else in the world and so we aim to provide a contemporary interpretation with the local ingredients on offer. The result is a diverse inspiration of eastern and western cultures brought together with fragrant and fresh flavours. An on-site herb garden provides the kitchen with a range of indigenous and introduced herb species, whilst a commitment to strong supplier relationships sees the South Coast’s best produce showcased.

Price: Moderate

We are a country hotel on located on the banks of the Clarence River in Ulmarra, NSW. We have a Bar, Dining room and extensive Bear Garden overlooking the Clarence river, ideal for casual dining or just refreshments.

A photo of Glasshouse restaurant

Price: Expensive

Modern Australian

Led by Head Chef Jarrod Smith, Glasshouse is proud to serve a variety of expertly prepared, locally sourced dishes, in a phenomenal venue.
Goonoo Goonoo Station is undoubtedly the New England regions finest destination for accommodation, dining, and events.
Please note:
At Glasshouse, we have seatings options for groups from 2 - 50 people.
If your desired time is does not show, unfortunately that time is not available.

A photo of Andie's restaurant

Price: Expensive

Nestled in the heart of Thirroul and just steps from the beach, Andie's features a stunning outdoor courtyard that offers a relaxed atmosphere, perfect for casual dining or special gatherings.
Enjoy your meal surrounded by lush cabbage tree palms and the sounds of the sea.
Inside, our beautifully designed space invites a cosy vibe with warm lighting and Mediterranean-inspired decor. Join us for a delightful dining experience that captures the charm of this coastal gem!

Great budget-friendly spot

Price: Expensive

Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service

Welcome to Dux, where excellence is the new standard.
For curated wines, cocktails and share plates, a seat at the bar or an intimate table awaits. You bring the witty banter, and we’ll take care of the rest. With distinction.
Dux sits proudly in the heart of Albury, serving share food, boozy cocktails and an enviable choice of quality beer and wine. Named Critic’s Pick in the SMH Good Food Guide 2025. Take a front row seat at the bar, find an intimate corner, or grab a table with the family - once inside you will immediately feel the Dux culture.

A photo of Fiorini's Osteria Italiana restaurant

Fiorini's Osteria Italiana

Price: Expensive

Coming Soon!
Groups of 9 or more guests please email ciao@fiorinis.com.au

A photo of Ona Sydney restaurant

Price: Moderate

ONA Coffee Sydney is a showcase coffee bar of Australian specialty coffee roaster, ONA Coffee.
Founded in 2008 by former World Barista Champion, Saša Šestic, ONA Coffee is dedicated to sharing amazing coffees from around the world, as well as the incredible stories and experiences of the people who grow them. With locations in Canberra, Melbourne & Sydney, we aim to transform the process of drinking coffee into an unforgettable experience.
Our approach is simple - we aim to take the best, natural characteristics of coffees from various countries and regions of the world, and share them in the most appropriate format.
With engaging and personalised coffee service, a range of unique specialty blends, and an extensive 'Coffee Cellar' of rare and special frozen coffees, ONA Coffee Sydney is a destination to enjoy, experience and explore the world of coffee, paired with a seasonal and locally sourced food menu curated by our head chef Roger Peeters.

Frequently asked questions

The best reviewed restaurant in New South Wales is Mamma Mia Italian Kitchen

The best vegan restaurants in New South Wales are Ulmarra Hotel, Salt & Spencer and No Bones Byron Bay

The best vegetarian restaurants in New South Wales are 99 On Park, NORMA and Hao Chi Newcastle

The restaurants with the best service in New South Wales are Ain't Nonna's, Earp Distilling Co. and voco Kirkton Park Hunter Valley, an IHG Hotel

The restaurants with the best ambiance in New South Wales are The Salty Mangrove, Ground Earth and Balldale Hotel

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