Contemporary
- Review
- Melbourne
Andrew McConnell’s genre-defining dining room comes of age, and is as buzzy as ever
Cumulus Inc. invented the Melbourne wine-bar-slash-restaurant game, and remains a standard-bearer of great service, fantastic wine and exciting share plates.
- Besha Rodell
- Review
- Subiaco
WA pioneered the modern craft brew pub. Venues like this are leading the way forward
Led by a promising new cooking talent, this 300-person Subiaco address is both preserving and advancing local (brew) pub culture.
- Max Veenhuyzen
- Review
- Marrickville
Whole Beast Butchery
A nose-to-tail butcher shop selling dry-aged cuts and deli goods.
- Bianca Hrovat
- Review
- Sydney
If you’re looking for new, fun and exciting date night options, this bar nails the brief
Live jazz, a friendly crowd and a crisp, briny and savoury spin on the daiquiri are the order of the day at Odd Culture’s brand new York Street bar.
- Myffy Rigby
- Review
- Southbank
Does Rockpool still sizzle? Good Food revisits the riverside steak stalwart 20 years on
Fewer venues in town boast such a massive menu, and such wide appeal, but the exacting service has slipped.
- Besha Rodell
- Review
- Brunswick
Bookings, hash browns, all-day breakfast: Cheery cafe a return to Melbourne’s glory days
Beautiful Jim Key’s menu and bookings policy will remind you why you go out for brunch.
- Emma Breheny
- Review
- Marrickville
Thirstville Bottleshop & Bar
Browse 1200 boutique wines and 250 craft beers at this neighbourhood bottle-o.
- Bianca Hrovat
- Review
- Surry Hills
Mishy’s is like a big-hearted dinner party. So why aren’t more people talking about it?
With hand-selected market fare, $600 worth of crystals and a menu reminiscent of Three Blue Ducks, this beautiful, sunlit restaurant has a bright creativity and personality all its own.
- Bianca Hrovat