Classic Restaurants to Dine with Your Family

Hungry for a dining experience that's tailor-made for you? We’ve got you covered. Here are our top restaurant picks for your next outing. Bon appétit!

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Updated August 07, 2023

Lollo

Price: Expensive

Modern Australian

Melbourne CBD

4.4

365 reviews

Overall a very good experience Noisy but service was very goid

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Hero ACMI

Price: Expensive

Australian

Melbourne CBD

4.6

714 reviews

Really enjoyed our experience at Hero. Atmosphere, food, amazing service all rolled into one at a price that wasn’t too over the top. Highly recommended.

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Il Solito Posto

Price: Expensive

Italian

Melbourne CBD

4.8

758 reviews

Always a treat to step into the gently-lit basement ambience of this Melbourne icon. Barramundi was delicious and I wish I’d try something else other than the meatballs, but I seem unable to order anything else. They did did not disappoint yet again in all their melting glory! Great bottle of Aussie Sangiovese. Always enjoy the service and it will forever be my favourite CBD Italian restaurant.

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Trattoria Emilia

Price: Expensive

Italian

Melbourne CBD

4.7

976 reviews

Such a wonderful night. Staff were amazing and food was exquisite!

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La Madonna

Price: Expensive

Fusion / Eclectic

Melbourne CBD

4.7

12 reviews

We had an exceptional dining experience at La Madonna. Davide's service was truly outstanding, and genuine. The ambiance was delightful. We enjoyed ourselves chitchatting in such a relaxed atmosphere, and the food was delicious but had an intense flavor profile. Thanks for such a great night.

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Meatmaiden

Price: Very Expensive

Steakhouse

Melbourne CBD

4.6

1057 reviews

The food there was amazing, we got the grilled bread and a crab/prawn croquet for entree and I could not recommend the grilled bread more so delicious, as a side the miso cauliflower is unbelievable and the home made chips are some of the best 100% would recommend to anyone

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Cecconi's Flinders Lane

Price: Very Expensive

Italian

Melbourne CBD

4.7

980 reviews

Absolutely fantastic, the food is unbelievably good.

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Coal Cellar + Grill

Price: Expensive

Australian

Adelaide City Center

4.1

86 reviews

Waitress is/was warm, vibrant, attentive (not overly- good balance) and professional, the restaurant; a nice temperature and inviting yet calm atmosphere, and the meal was phenomenal (I recommend the cauliflower side, jalepeno cheese sauce and Creme Brulee for desert). A beautiful, well-worth-the "gamble" restaurant. Thank you for contributing to our memorable night.

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Noi Vietnamese Eatery

Price: Expensive

Asian

Fullarton

4.7

1310 reviews

If you’re looking for Asian cuisine, this is truly a place you can’t miss. The food is breathtaking, especially the twice cooked pork belly and wood grilled chilli squid. The customer service is also excellent. Will be back! ❤️

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The Dining Room by James Viles

Price: Very Expensive

Modern Australian

Sydney CBD

4.3

815 reviews

What a beautiful location and food to match. We were celebrating a special family occasion and the food and service made it extra memorable.

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OTTO Sydney

Price: Very Expensive

Italian

Woolloomooloo

4.3

305 reviews

The food quality experienced at this restaurant was absolutely fantastic. Services was also good. Value for money . well it is poor far too expensive to be called value for money, pity as the food was unbelievable

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Zafferano Trattoria Mediterranea

Price: Very Expensive

Sicilian

Paddington

4.5

66 reviews

Very nice genuine ambiance. Lovely staff. $ 40 for a mussel entree was a bit steep but lots of food to choose from

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Zushi Surry Hills - Omakase

Price: Very Expensive

Japanese Speciality

Surry Hills

4.9

17 reviews

Food was very fresh and delicious. Omakase chef was friendly and did a great job! Highly recommend.

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Kitchens on Kent at The Langham Sydney

Price: Very Expensive

International

Sydney CBD

4.1

627 reviews

Can here for NYD with my mum as a treat to her and we very much enjoyed ourselves and the food. We are looking forward to coming back and eating once again at your lunch buffet. So much on offer and such a good variety of cuisines and drinks included within the price 10/10

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Nikkei Bar and Restaurant

Price: Very Expensive

Peruvian

Surry Hills

4.8

356 reviews

The service was exceptional and amazing. My partner and I were mainly served by a young gentleman and he was knowledgeable and very pleasant to talk with. There was another staff on the floor and he also kindly assisted us when we asked for a hand.

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Perspective Dining

Price: Very Expensive

Farm-to-table

Fortitude Valley

4.9

12 reviews

Amazing presentation with visual appeal - little artworks on each plate! Sensational flavours of some special local produce.

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E'cco Bistro

Price: Expensive

Modern European

Newstead

4.8

909 reviews

Had a dinner at Ecco Bistro. It was pleasant to receive anniversary congratulations from the staff - very thoughtful. The food was outstandingly delicious. For every course we were offered a pairing wine which didn’t disappoint. Purebred wagyu steak was absolutely amazing. Every dish was beautifully served and the staff were very caring and attentive. Great atmosphere, open kitchen space, this place has many reasons to name themselves one of the best fine dining restaurants in Brisbane. Will be coming back.

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Palette Restaurant

Price: Very Expensive

Modern Australian

Surfers Paradise

4.8

151 reviews

Excellent. Polished service and beautifully presented food. Everything was spot on and flavours just magic. Best meal for the week of eating out on holiday on the GC.

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