Date night
- Review
- Melbourne
‘Eye-wateringly expensive’: Does Maison Batard stand up to its prices and hype?
Chris Lucas’ ambitious four-level venue is Melbourne’s “opening of the season”. Here’s our critic’s verdict.
- Besha Rodell
- Exclusive
- Just open
Explosive pepper steak, date-night vibes, rooftop bar: Glen Waverley’s new Italian hangout
This new kid on the block wants to compete with the drawcard restaurants of Windsor and the city. And it’s got more than a few tricks up its sleeve.
- Emma Breheny
- Review
- Newcastle East
Why this charming bistro is Newcastle’s new hatted dining destination
The handsome, historic site on Bolton Street finally wins back a chefs’ hat with the arrival Bistro Penny.
- Callan Boys
- Review
- Redfern
Deep-flavoured sambals and satay: Our critic’s verdict on the tropical disco of Island Radio
Does the first restaurant to open in Redfern’s new $500 million Wunderlich Lane precinct live up to the hype?
- David Matthews
- Review
- Robertson
‘Best in the country’: Why this cafe’s ruby-red rhubarb is worth a stop on your next road trip
The secret to earthly delight is in pairing local fare with passion at Moonacres Kitchen in the Southern Highlands of NSW.
- Lenny Ann Low
- Review
- Barangaroo
Fun, fresh and fruity: Why this sweet spot upends stereotypes about frozen yoghurt
Choice is king at Yo-Chi’s new flagship store in Barangaroo, where customers can be ‘stunned into indecision’.
- Lenny Ann Low
- Review
- Surry Hills
Bessie’s
Fire-powered Mediterranean restaurant with a standout side bar.
- Erina Starkey
- Review
- Sydney
Terry Durack saves one of the year’s best openings until last for his final review
The Clam Bar team’s new Italian diner is a nostalgic party serving a fresh remix of Italian dishes. And it makes a fittingly fabulous venue for Terry Durack’s last review.
- Terry Durack
- Review
- South Yarra
‘Glammed-up bordello appeal’: Peek inside the southside bar where photos aren’t allowed
Come for the stellar French wine list and stay for the snacks at this exciting update to one of the city’s best-loved bistros.
- Besha Rodell
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