Unique Restaurants to Dine with Your Family

by OpenTable Team

Updated 03 August 2023

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!

Credit: Las Palmas Bar & Restaurant

The Wild Flower Bar & Dining at Bells at Killcare

4.6

4.6 (726)

$A41 to $A100

Mediterranean

Killcare Heights

About the restaurant

The Wild Flower Bar & Dining is renowned for its Mediterranean cuisine offering world class hospitality with a strong focus on sustainability and seasonality. The menus are a celebration of "Food of the Sun" and feature produce from many local suppliers from up and down the coast and surrounding hinterland, including fresh daily seafood from local waterways, all within a lively, sophisticated bistro-style space.

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john

Dined 2 days ago

The Friday Plat du Jour remains outstanding value-as evidenced by the busy room every Friday. We thought the weekly single choice pasta might become a bit ho hum—but the chefs keep coming up with very tasty, flavourful options every week. The staff are friendly and efficient, the feeling is of eating in a private dining room-and the manicured garden view remains a unique feature on this, or any other. ‘Coast’ in Australia. We’re regulars!

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Experience

New Year's Eve Dinner

Izakaya Masuya

4.1

4.1 (21)

$A41 to $A100

Japanese

Sydney CBD

About the restaurant

IZAKAYA MASUYA is one of the first izakaya-style restaurants in Australia, introducing Japanese sake from various areas in Japan.
At lunchtime, a range of takeaway menus including nutritiously balanced BENTO (lunchbox) menus and a variety of sushi rolls and DONBURI (rice bowl) menus attract local customers.
The store serves various dinner menus from Charcoal grilled wagyu beef to grilled chicken, tempura, Kyoto-style Temari sushi, and hot pot.
The concept of the store is to convey the beauty of Japanese sake to the world including Australia.

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Esther

Dined on 10 Dec 2024

the time allocated is too short due to busy lunch, it is understandable !

BRAZA Churrascaria - Darling Quarter

4.5

4.5 (3047)

$A41 to $A100

Brazilian

Darling Quarter

About the restaurant

Braza Churrascaria is an authentic Brazilian Barbeque house that serves world-renowned Australia meats. We are an “all you can eat” restaurant, with typical Brazilian service style known as “Rodizio” where Passadores (meat carvers) rotate from table to table serving more than 20 different types of skewers. “Braza" means the sizzling charcoals of the fire and "Churrascaria" is the restaurant specialised in Barbeque or Brazilian style steakhouse restaurant.

Our purpose is to provide you with an Authentic Brazilian experience where you can explore the many mouth-watering flavours of our Barbeque.

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Linda

Dined 1 day ago

Great service, lovely food and great dance, we were very happy.

Georges Mediterranean

4.4

4.4 (315)

$A41 to $A100

Greek

Barangaroo

About the restaurant

Sourcing the finest fresh produce, Georges Mediterranean Bar & Grill creates the most flavorsome meat and seafood dishes, amongst others, prepared simply & without hiding their unique characteristics, what we know today as the wonderful Mediterranean Diet ! Greek cuisine is inspired by fresh produce, which back in the day was largely grown in the garden at home, where the key ingredients are echoed in their distinctive taste. At Georges Mediterranean Bar & Grill you will enjoy a large selection of Mezze dishes, which similar to tapas, are perfect to share in abundance. Our Daily Menu includes some of our finest local seafood like premium fish, octopus as well as mussels served with flare in an ambience that stems from the serene Mediterranean.

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Richard

Dined 5 days ago

We had a tight time line as we need to be on a yacht from wharf 8 at 12:55. The satff were excellent getting our orders and bringing wonderful food in plently of time.

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Experience

Mezze Banquet

Justin Lane Geelong

4.3

4.3 (265)

$A41 to $A100

Italian

Geelong City Center

About the restaurant

Since we started in Burleigh Heads, QLD back in 2011, Justin Lane has grown into a popular restaurant, bar and event space – expanding more recently into Geelong. We’d love to have you here! Take a quick look online before you book your next outing at JL.

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Fiona

Dined 3 days ago

Fabulous food - and great atmosphere and service. We went twice in a week while on holiday nearby - highly recommend

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Experience

New Years Eve

KOGI Korean BBQ

4.6

4.6 (147)

$A41 to $A100

Korean

Haymarket

About the restaurant

The artisan way of doing Korean BBQ, Kogi's management team goes back 35 years. Donald Bae the founder was the first to bring Korean BBQ to Australia, meanwhile Hang Jun Chung has been serving up the best Galbi and Korean BBQ dishes since 1983.

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Clare

Dined on 2 Nov 2024

Always great service and good at Kogi. They were so flexible with our booking as we were running late. Thanks again for a lovely dinner

Las Palmas

4.4

4.4 (489)

$A41 to $A100

Latin American

Palm Beach

About the restaurant

Las Palmas Bar & Restaurant brings you flavours from across Latin America, finding roots in Colombia, Chile, Argentina, Brazil, Cuba and beyond. The menu is designed to be shared with friends and family giving you a chance to try a wide variety of dishes. Las Palmas brings an innovative and fresh approach to the cocktail menu whilst always keeping customer enjoyment as the paramount priority. The venue overlooking beautiful Palm Beach is open and airy letting summer and ocean breezes roll in. Las Palmas is the perfect place to unwind and enjoy the most important parts of life.

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Rob

Dined on 12 Dec 2024

Wow. Just wow. Best restaurant experience I’ve had in a long time

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Experience

LP's Bottomless Brunch!

Experience

Taco Thursdays

Rubyos Restaurant & Bar

4.7

4.7 (144)

$A41 to $A100

Fusion / Eclectic

Newtown

About the restaurant

Rubyos features an eclectic grazing menu, designed to share from the middle of the table. They offer the ultimate grazing experience – a modern Australian cuisine with a “fusion” mix of international flavours – to be shared in true tapas style! Established in 2005, Rubyos is known as the Jewel of King Street for its charm and relaxing contemporary interior and tries to bring a touch of style to the bustling Newtown.
Cocktail Bar - Whether you're seeking a night out with friends, pre & post-dinner drinks, a place to celebrate, a moody date night or sitting back with bar snacks and cocktails ~ we have just opened the perfect bar space.

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Rob

Dined on 23 Nov 2024

We had the pre theatre $50 tasting plates with a glass of wine. Nice flavours served at the right pace before going to the Seymour Centre for the Wharf Revue.

Casa Chow

4.3

4.3 (253)

$A40 and under

Contemporary Asian

Woolloongabba

About the restaurant

Casa Chow is a high-energy, up-tempo bar & restaurant introducing Brisbane to the vibrant fusion of Chino-Latino cuisine.

This culinary style emerged from the mingling of Chinese & Latin American cultures, blending classic Cantonese flavours with bold Latin ingredients for an unforgettable dining experience.

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Anna

Dined on 6 Dec 2024

Beautiful little restaurant with nice food and interior. The service was fantastic.

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Experience

Mi Casa Saturdays

Tommy's Darlinghurst

4.5

4.5 (396)

$A41 to $A100

Mexican

Darlinghurst

About the restaurant

Tommy's is a Mexican restaurant & cocktail bar in the heart of Darlinghurst, with a passion for Mexican/South American cuisine and agave spirits. In the kitchen we cook over charcoals on our traditional Parrilla charcoal grill to enhance the flavours of the food. Behind the bar we focus on freshness: every juice is freshly squeezed daily and every syrup & cordial made in house creating s truly unique list of margaritas and tequila & mezcal based cocktails.

Head Chef: Marcus Michel has carefully curated our versatile menu. From 8hr slow roasted lamb shoulder tacos to tuna ceviche to MB2+ Ribeye cooked over charcoals, it combines authentic Mexican flavours with fresh, locally sourced ingredients to provide a truly unforgettable experience.

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Penny

Dined on 7 Dec 2024

Fantastic experience, incredible food, reasonably priced, really great staff who were attentive and provided great recommendations and service, without being overbearing. Really fun night! Thank you to all!

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Experience

$5 TACO WEDNESDAYS

Experience

Tommy's Bottomless Margarita Brunch

Experience

BUILD YOUR OWN BANQUET W/ FREE-FLOWING MARGARITA

Sasso Italiano

4.5

4.5 (720)

$A41 to $A100

Italian

Woolloongabba

About the restaurant

This is Sasso. Your local neighbourhood Italian, made different. Dig in, all are welcome here.
Takeaway available online orders only - check us out here: https://sassoitaliano.orderup.com.au

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Data

Dined 1 day ago

I had a great experience, terrific for my first date, and the seats were very comfortable, and of course, the food was good.

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Popular dish

Potato Gnocchi

Popular dish

Beef Cheek Pappardelle

Experience

Sip n Sasso Feast Me

Green Olive at Red Hill

4.3

4.3 (739)

$A40 and under

Australian

Main Ridge

About the restaurant

All Day Farm Menu - Enjoy a selection of grazing plates inspired by our seasonal farm produce and paired with estate wines.

Whether you’re in the mood for sparkling, pinot grigio, chardonnay, rosé, pinot noir, or shiraz … our farm wine collection can either be sampled on our wine paddles, enjoyed by the glass, shared by the bottle or paired with our farm dishes.

When the sun’s shining, groups flock to Green Olive at Red Hill, winery and olive grove. We’re thrilled to welcome both old and new faces and want to ensure everyone has the best experience possible.

Make your booking now:
Brunch 9.45am
Lunch 11.45pm and 2:00pm

After lunch enjoy a self guided Farm Tour and learn about the food we grow, the animals we raise and all of the ways that our sustainable farm works. Take a map and scan the QR codes around the farm with your phone.

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Julie

Dined on 13 Oct 2024

A gorgeous Sunday lunch with excellent service, fabulous farm-fresh food and one of the better lighter Pinot Noir’s I’ve had in a while. Sienna was amazing. We were so impressed with her service. She was able to quickly problem solve our negligence in following Red Balloon instructions, and when our order was lagging, she quickly sorted it out, on a very busy Sunday. Food was fabulously fresh and tasty -and just the right portions.

Merricks General Wine Store

4.7

4.7 (1041)

$A41 to $A100

Modern Australian

Merricks

About the restaurant

We are thrilled to have recommenced dining in, for breakfast & lunch, seven days a week from the 29th of October.
Numbers are very limited & for this reason there are a couple of changes to the way we do things.-
BREAKFAST service daily between 8.30am -10:45am.
LUNCH service daily between 12.00pm -3.30pm.
Bookings will be staggered during these service times.
With inside numbers currently so limited & our weather being so unpredictable, some areas outside will be walk in only & unfortunately some will have no ‘plan B’ for inclement weather.
For a short time, as we progress through the roadmap increments, we kindly ask that all bookings be made over the phone. Please ring our friendly staff to make your booking on 03 5989 8088.
All Covid safe operating procedures are in place & will continue to be updated in line with evolving requirements.
*Please note; due to acting within the government roadmap we are only able to accep

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Cathryn

Dined 5 days ago

Our group of eight Coffee Club girls had our Christmas lunch at Merricks store today and we loved it. Everything was perfect! The setting, the food and friendly service made for a most enjoyable day. We will certainly be back!

The Somers General

4.7

4.7 (324)

$A40 and under

Café

Somers

About the restaurant

Serving dine-in, takeaway food, drinks, MUBBLE ice cream and the general store is open for your pantry + home essentials.

Please note walk ins are welcome as only 60% of the cafe is available to be reserved, if we are fullly booked online we can still accommodate you when you walk in.

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Belinda

Dined 4 days ago

Great cafe, very nice menu choices. Very attentive nice staff. Our meal was delicious .

1001 Nights Restaurant

4.6

4.6 (266)

$A40 and under

Middle Eastern

Mount Eliza

About the restaurant

1001 Nights in Mount Eliza, brings the warmth of the Middle East to the Mornington Peninsula. Begin with mezze, small plates ideal for sharing with loved ones. Our signature chargrill menu features succulent lamb, vibrant seafood, tender chicken and delicious haloumi– all cooked to perfection over open flames. Explore the comforting tajines. Slow-cooked stews bathed in fragrant spices, these dishes capture the essence of Middle Eastern home cooking, promising a warm and satisfying experience. Feeling indecisive? Opt for one of our set menus. 1001 Nights also boasts a range of local and Middle Eastern wines and spirits complete the experience. Dine indoors or alfresco – a delicious adventure awaits!

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Gabriella

Dined 1 day ago

The food was amazing, for the price though i did expect some more food on the plate

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4.7

4.7 (2815)

$A41 to $A100

Japanese

Melbourne CBD

About the restaurant

Chocolate Buddha undertook an AMAZING renovation in 2019 by Maddison Architects. We have a 22 seater SUSHI TRAIN open Wednesday to Sunday lunches 12 - 3pm and Wednesday to Saturday Dinners 5 - 8pm it includes an EXPRESS train which delivers hot food ordered via a tablet. We offer QR menus at each table for ease of ordering, splitting bills and menu with pictures and descriptions. This type of ordering is optional so always let us know if you prefer to order with us. See you soon @ Chocolate Buddha

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Andrea

Dined 2 days ago

One of only a few places that accommodate gluten and dairy free where the food is actually fabulous. And I got to eat dessert! Service from all staff was great and shout out to Hugo for his recommendations and great service.

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Seared Wagyu Yakiniku Hotplate

Yugo

2.6

2.6 (54)

$A41 to $A100

Fusion / Eclectic

Melbourne CBD

About the restaurant

Yugo is undergoing venue upgrades starting on December 11, 2023. Join us on Level 1 at Crowne Plaza Melbourne, accessible through the lobby's escalator or lift.

Yugo reimagines the concept of traditional favourites by injecting its menu with an array of global flavours. Designed by culinary and creative visionary Matthew Butcher, Yugo brings together his love of sharing and family with inspiration gathered from his travels.

With moreish starters like the Crayfish & Picked Crab Croquettes or Duck Fat Potato Terrine, to tasty, satisfying dishes from the grill like our Southern Ranges Scotch Fillet with garlic sweet soy, Yugo offers and exciting menu to suit every palate.

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AnnetteT

Dined on 2 Jan 2024

Great service thanks to all the staff whom managed things really well even on New Years Day when there we a lot of people to attend to they kept their cool and smiles

The Keys

4.4

4.4 (16)

$A40 and under

Australian

Preston

About the restaurant

Halloween Trivia returns for one night only on the 30th of October at 7pm.
Expect 40 ghoulish questions, prizes for best dressed, and a few spooky surprises.

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OpenTable Diner

Dined on 18 Jun 2024

Wonderful food in a wonderful venue. The best steak I’ve had in a long time.

Mama's Canteen

3.8

3.8 (142)

$A40 and under

Egyptian

Melbourne CBD

About the restaurant

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OpenTable Diner

Dined on 7 Jul 2024

Friendly service. Food was delicious. Really enjoyed our evening. Highly recommend.

Jardin Tan

4.4

4.4 (279)

$A40 and under

Vietnamese

Melbourne CBD

About the restaurant

Taking a stroll through Melbourne’s iconic Botanical Gardens always leads back to Jardin Tan. The picture-perfect location offers a vibrant fusion of Vietnamese and French cuisine within a modern Australian setting. The exciting and delicious fusion of Vietnamese cuisine at Jardin Tan never fails to excite tourists, families and joggers alike.

Much like the grounds themselves, as the leaves change colour with the seasons so too does the menu. Ingredients are kept local, seasonal and are predominately grown in the garden. Jardin Tan offers a different experience to each diner – enjoy a takeaway coffee from the outdoor kiosk, a warm and cosy indoor lunch or an afternoon drink in the thriving courtyard.

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LesleyDVIP

Dined on 31 May 2024

This is a lovely restaurant for a lunch time in the Botanical Gardens. The food is delicious, and the service is fast and friendly. We love the outside garden area at the back of the restaurant. Good value for money. Thank you.

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