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Alfie’s in Sydney specialises in Riverina sirloin.

‘100% Australian for us’: Why chefs won’t open the door to US beef

“It’s like getting a cask wine versus a beautiful bottle that someone put time and care into. There’s just no comparison.”

  • Bianca Hrovat and Emma Breheny
Brisket is smoked for up to 18 hours at Il Texas Barbecue.

One of Melbourne’s best Texas-style barbecue joints is found in the unlikeliest of places

Il Texas Barbecue serves slow-cooked brisket and pork cooked in the smoker for up to 18 hours.

  • Quincy Malesovas
The staple beef burger at Hi Hi Burger.

This smash burger joint in Bondi Junction does one thing very well

The co-founder of Bourke Street Bakery has opened a smash burger joint in Bondi Junction where the beef is sourced from Vic’s Meats and the potato buns are made in house.

  • Erina Starkey
Bluestone serves its barbecue with arepas (maize flatbread)

Bluestone American BBQ

Where southern and South American barbecues collide.

  • Quincy Malesovas
Hank’s platter.

Fancy Hank’s

An American barbecue joint that makes a case for Aussie lamb.

  • Quincy Malesovas
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Valentinas Sydney brings American diner vibes to Marrickville.
 Vegan sloppy joe
Pix supplied by venue. Credit photographer: Alana Dimou

Valentinas

This cafe is a finalist in the best all-rounder category in Good Food’s Essential Melbourne Cafes and Bakeries of 2025.

Pancake stack with whipped cream and bacon.

JollyGood Diner

This cafe is a finalist in the best all-rounder category in Good Food’s Essential Melbourne Cafes and Bakeries of 2025.

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Shortstop Coffee & Donuts

This venue is a finalist for best treats in Good Food’s Essential Sydney Cafes and Bakeries of 2025.

Smash pattie cheeseburger.

Smash burgers and bottomless coffee: This all-day diner channels retro Americana vibes

Pop into JollyGood for pickle martinis on a Friday and return Saturday morning for maple-doused buttermilk pancakes and fried chicken.

  • Dani Valent
The “proper sandwich” with chicken, Acide pickles and buttermilk ranch.

Chook

Home to a close Chick-fil-A dupe.

  • Quincy Malesovas

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