Takeaway
US chain Wendy’s is finally bringing its square burgers to Melbourne
After years of speculation, the first permanent Victorian location is confirmed. Near a major road in Melbourne, it will feature an Australian-only item and a drive-through with a human touch.
- Quincy Malesovas
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A cult favourite pizzeria opens a second slice shop – somewhere very unexpected
Sunnyside Sliced brings its supersized New York-style pizzas to an “under-serviced” area on the city’s edge.
- Tomas Telegramma
The glory is gone: Good Food’s verdict on the new David Jones food hall
It was once considered “Aladdin’s cave for gourmets”, but times have changed. There’s now a $21 smoothie apparently inspired by LA grocer Erewhon, bare shelves and Vili’s pies.
- Bianca Hrovat
You’ve never had a post-pub feed like this. Meet Fitzroy’s futuristic new late-night snack stop
Open until 11pm, the Night Shift pop-up by Nico’s sandwich deli is quick, affordable and decent. Plus, five other spots for late-night sandwiches.
- Tomas Telegramma
The Italian restaurants serving hand-made pasta, gnocchi and more for under $30
Good Food’s guide includes free wine, $3 wine, a free tasting menu for first-time visitors and a hefty challenge for carbonara fans.
- Bianca Hrovat
Three wines that work well with fish ‘n’ chips (featuring a ‘rare value’ pinot noir)
Beer cuts through the oiliness, but these fresh and light wine styles also do the job.
- Huon Hooke
Forget the Filet-O-Fish: 10 great Melbourne fish burgers and sangas to try
Get your seafood fix, between bread. Head to a just-opened Preston Market stall, a hatted restaurant’s seaside kiosk, or a food truck off the beaten track.
- Tomas Telegramma
Simple, nostalgic, and Easter-ready: 15 of Sydney’s best fish burgers
No meat? No problem. Eat one by a three-hated chef, a pub bestseller, a Sizzle O Fish and a spicy take on Nashville’s famous sandwich.
- Bianca Hrovat
Where to get your spice bag fix in Sydney this St Patrick’s Day
Kickstart your festivities with this addictive late-night Irish dish born out of Chinese takeaway shops. It might be beige, but there’s chips, fried chicken and “curry sauce”.
- Isabel Cant
Cheap as chips? Not in Australia, where a side of fries costs up to $20
How chipflation has made the nation’s most-ordered dish more expensive, from McDonald’s to fine dining.
- Bianca Hrovat