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The diner reviews are in: Top 50 restaurants in Australia 2021

As more and more people return to dining out, OpenTable is excited to bring back it's Top 50 restaurants in Australia for 2021. To determine the list, we analysed more than 280,000 reviews from restaurants across Australia - all submitted by verified OpenTable diners. The result is a selection of spots across the country that constantly serve up creative dishes, unparalleled hospitality, and one-of-a-kind dining experiences for all occasions.

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Top-rated spots by verified OpenTable diners
Updated December 06, 2021
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1800Lasagne

Price: Moderate
Italian
Thornbury
4.9
371 reviews
Lovely charming place. Food spot on, flavoursome We brought our friends this local gem and they were impressed how delicious everything was.
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A Touch of Salt

Price: Expensive
Modern Australian
Townsville CBD
4.8
2245 reviews
I live in Adelaide and visit Townsville often to see family. My family always wants to go to A Touch of Salt for a family dinner with me and we always enjoy it. They also cater well for my dietary requirements which is important.
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Alberto's Lounge

Price: Expensive
Italian
Sydney CBD
4.7
913 reviews
Lovely dinner, nice setting, delicious food, great service!
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Aromi

Price: Expensive
Italian
Brighton
4.7
239 reviews
Intimate customer service from the multitude of staff. Friend & I asked for recommendation on cocktails and the server gave us very good surprises. Followed later by a 'mystery cocktail' that I did not order - but I'm pretty sure we weren't even charged for? Which is very kind. I am new to the area so it was by chance I found Aromi on Google Maps as a quiet dinner catchup with a good friend visiting. But I will absolutely be returning shortly as the restaurant would do well for a romantic date.
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Bella Brutta Pizza

Price: Expensive
Pizza Bar
Newtown
4.8
788 reviews
Our favourite pizza in Sydney. Always a great atmosphere, friendly staff and good music playing. The constantly changing starters keep things interesting on repeat visits (we've been probably 8 times now) and the pizza is second to none. If you're not ordering the clam pizza you're seriously missing out. Also the wine selection is concise but has a nice blend of Aussie and Italian options - my current favourite red was discovered here.
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Dead Ringer

Price: Expensive
Modern Australian
Surry Hills
4.8
1024 reviews
A catch up with friends we haven’t seen for a while and this was perfect. Really great food, fantastic service and a lovely atmosphere. Definitely be back.
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Door Knock

Price: Expensive
Gastro Pub
Sydney CBD
4.7
256 reviews
It is a bit invisible but we still managed to find it. Like the way that we have to knock the door to open it. The food and service is good.
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E'cco Bistro

Price: Expensive
Modern European
Newstead
4.8
908 reviews
Atmosphere was amazing and the service was excellent. Could not fault the food - overall a very lovely dining experience.
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Edithvale General Store

Price: Moderate
Modern Australian
Edithvale
4.7
326 reviews
Such a nice location and cafe. We sat outside and were able to enjoy the nice day under some shade. The food and service was fantastic. Nice little Cafe. Coffee was also perfect
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Elio's Osteria

Price: Moderate
Italian
Carindale
4.8
1457 reviews
I haven’t been to Elio’s for many years but food is still amazing and so is service.
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ELSKA

Price: Very Expensive
Modern Australian
New Farm
4.7
292 reviews
Brought my partner here for her birthday dinner and was left pleasantly surprised with the quality of food and how it was served. Commendable efforts on ensuring no food was wasted and that an ingredient could be used in such unique ways. Only drawback was that no outside cake was allowed for consumption and there was no special cake/cupcake/any sort of desserts served other than the stated menu despite it being a special occasion.
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Essen Restaurant

Price: Expensive
Modern Australian
Stanthorpe
4.8
492 reviews
Absolutely delicious, quality produce and beautiful attention to detail. The flavour combinations were perfect. Thank you Clarissa and team, we appreciate your passion and hard work.
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Etsu Izakaya

Price: Expensive
Japanese
Mermaid Beach
4.8
1627 reviews
The best Japanese fusion restaurant on the Goldcoast. Look no further if you're after delicate dishes, amazing taste. All this wrapped up with perfect service and excellent music !
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Firebird

Price: Moderate
Asian
Prahran
4.8
407 reviews
The market fish and chicken are must haves. Desserts can be a mixed bag. If you’re with elderly people don’t stay here past 7:30, it gets super dark/cold/loud
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Freddy's Pizza

Price: Moderate
Pizza Bar
Windsor
4.8
207 reviews
Been trying to get to Freddy's for a while now and it didn't disappoint. My mate and I enjoyed a great meal - that plum marg was especially awesome! The pasta was a little dry and whilst we were having a great convo, it was a little hard to hear each other. All in all we loved it. Will definitely be back soon - thank you.
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Gilson

Price: Moderate
Italian
South Yarra
4.4
532 reviews
Food and beverages are always fantastic. Great atmosphere inside and out. Perfect place to take friends and family.
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Greenhouse Canteen and Bar Tallebudgera

Price: Moderate
Vegan
Miami
4.7
458 reviews
Amazing, clean and healthy food! And super Yummy!!!! Great friendly service each and every time :)
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Kokoroya Japanese Sushi Dining

Price: Moderate
Japanese
Maroubra
4.8
543 reviews
Such great ambience - good food and service. The small kids play area is also a nice touch to keep the little ones distracted
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Lagoon Dining

Price: Expensive
Asian
Carlton
4.8
421 reviews
Lagoon Dining was just as I expected. Actually, it exceeded my expectations. The whole experience was great from the amazing foods to the ambience and service. I particularly liked the beef tartare with a spicy kick, as well as the char siu pork of course. Highly recommended.
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LOVER

Price: Expensive
Australian
Windsor
4.6
291 reviews
Great dining for dates and fancy friends catch up dinners.
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Mamasan Kitchen and Bar

Price: Expensive
Asian
Broadbeach
4.7
1992 reviews
Loved it! Food and service were amazing Highly recommend
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Milk the Cow - St Kilda

Price: Moderate
European
St Kilda
4.4
350 reviews
A great venue for cheese lovers. Prompt service, great menu choice and nice environment.
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Moon and Mountain

Price: Expensive
Asian
Ballarat
4.6
946 reviews
Thoroughly enjoyed my experience at Moon & Mountain. Both the food and service was great only downside was the tables being to close together so not a lot of privacy
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Mosconi Restaurant & Wine Bar

Price: Expensive
European
Fortitude Valley
4.7
667 reviews
Dined as a party of 4 and had a great time! Food was delicious and we couldn't fault the services.
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Nikkei Bar and Restaurant

Price: Very Expensive
Peruvian
Surry Hills
4.8
353 reviews
Really yummy food and great recommendations from the staff. Food was so well presented.
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Osteria di Russo & Russo

Price: Expensive
Contemporary Italian
Enmore
4.8
1047 reviews
Our waiter Roberto was delightful, and the food and wine was superb. A great experience, would definitely recommend!
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Phillip Island Winery

Price: Moderate
Modern Australian
Phillip Island
4.7
829 reviews
Food fabulous except for gluten free pizza base which was pre-made. Queen margarita in Hampton street has home made gluten free pizza bases that are delicious. Think given price paid they should provide home made GF based.
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Ragazzone

Price: Expensive
Italian
Ballarat
4.6
548 reviews
Ragazzone was a great experience for us again. The food was delicious and the service was fantastic. We loved seeing the chef's working and treating each other and the wait and kitchen staff with respect
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REBEL REBEL

Price: Expensive
Modern Australian
Canberra City
4.7
1047 reviews
Fantastic meal at Rebel Rebel. Chefs provided dishes that were full of flavor, had a variety of tastes and textures, and deeply satisfying. Service was attentive yet unobtrusive.
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Recess Eats Downstairs

Price: Moderate
Australian
Geelong City Center
4.7
528 reviews
Great bar vibe. Cocktails were fabulous and the meal was delicious. Not exactly the cheapest night out but worth it because it was all very yummy. A bit too noisy at times but that could be because I’m getting older lol!
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Restaurant Hubert

Price: Expensive
French
Sydney CBD
4.6
1501 reviews
The raw bar and starters were amazing. Service was friendly and and energetic. Live music was a lovely touch.
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Rick Shores

Price: Very Expensive
Contemporary Asian
Burleigh Heads
4.8
4112 reviews
Amazing food Amazing staff Wine and cocktails were perfect. However, they need to offer a wider variety of bottled beer. Imported beer is nicer than Aussie beer.
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Rickys River Bar and Restaurant

Price: Expensive
Seafood
Noosaville / Noosa Heads
4.7
2671 reviews
Really exceptional restaurant, delicious cocktails. Loved the olives! View was epic. Would go again!
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Sails Noosa

Price: Very Expensive
Modern Australian
Noosaville / Noosa Heads
4.7
2744 reviews
The service and food were outstanding. The entree and dessert special was great with the pandam pannacotta voted the best my husband has tasted. All round great work!
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Shadowboxer

Price: Expensive
Modern Australian
South Yarra
4.7
294 reviews
Food and service was really good, great date night spot!
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ShoSho

Price: Expensive
Japanese
Unley
4.7
866 reviews
we went for the top chef's selection, every course was great, presentation & taste excellent waiter was exceptional. happy to recommend, but what we chose was a lot of food so make sure you are hungry
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Sir Loins

Price: Expensive
Steakhouse
Bright
4.8
799 reviews
Steaks we had were first class; funky and compact place though never felt cramped or noisy; really good experience - recommend!
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Sumi Open Kitchen - Noosa

Price: Very Expensive
Japanese
Noosaville / Noosa Heads
4.8
430 reviews
The food is just exceptional you just want to go back again and again
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Sum Yung Guys

Price: Expensive
Asian
Noosaville
4.7
6048 reviews
A sensational night supreme service, food and ambience - what a memorable evening
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Tartufo

Price: Expensive
Italian
Fortitude Valley
4.8
905 reviews
Been to this restaurant several times and it never lets you down for its food and service. Staff are always very friendly and helpful. I’ve never had a bad meal here. Good value for money as well. Can get a little noisy but not so bad that you can’t hear someone next to you. Highly recommended.
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The Carlton Wine Room

Price: Expensive
European
Carlton
4.7
689 reviews
Travis and team again on point! Took visitors who just loved it.
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The Charleston

Price: Expensive
Cocktail Bar
Glebe
4.7
112 reviews
The service was outstanding - friendly, attentive and went out of their way to help us out. Cocktails were great and food was tasty. Great value, will be back. Cheers!
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The Oxford Taphouse

Price: Expensive
Australian
Bulimba
4.7
130 reviews
Awesome as always
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The Standard Hotel

Price: Moderate
Pub
Fitzroy
4.7
324 reviews
The standard is always reliable. Great food , generous proportions good service.
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Tipico

Price: Expensive
Italian
Windsor
4.6
394 reviews
Local Italian hero, great wine list, perfectly cooked pasta and they make a mean dirty martini. Great service from Andrea and the team. I’m never dissatisfied after dining at Tipico
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Tokyo Tina

Price: Expensive
Japanese
Windsor
4.7
466 reviews
Amazing food! We absolutely loved everything about our experience at Tokyo Tina. Best eggplant ever.
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Union House

Price: Moderate
Modern Australian
Richmond
4.6
241 reviews
We came along for Steak night bc and it didn’t disappoint. Everything was very good. We do visit regularly and will be back again soon.
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Vue de monde

Price: Very Expensive
Modern Australian
Melbourne CBD
4.9
1548 reviews
A beautiful wholesome experience. Everyone had a job and they got it done. From the welcoming, to being seated, food and drinks arriving was seamless. Each dish was brought out by various kitchen staff and talked you through the dishes. Fergus made a excellent wine pairing for us, allowing it to be specialised and personalised from local wines to wines from around the world. It was amazing seeing the city view from the afternoon to sunset and then getting to enjoy a cocktail in the Lui Bar to finish off. A massive thanks to the whole team for an incredible experience. An experience that I hope to get to do again!
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Water St Kitchen

Price: Expensive
Modern Australian
Bundaberg
4.8
369 reviews
We travel to Bundaberg fairly often in recent times & can't believe we haven't found the Water St Kitchen well before now. Best dinning experience we've had in a long while! Brilliant service & knowledgeable staff matched the food beautifully.
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Kepos & Co

Price: Expensive
Mediterranean
Waterloo
4.7
552 reviews
Best dinner! So sad it’s coming to an end.. can’t wait for their next project!
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