50 Best Restaurants for a Date in Australia for 2019

by As Voted by OpenTable Diners

Updated October 03, 2019

Whether it's your first date or your 500th, it can be stressful picking out restaurants for date night. OpenTable's 2019 list of the 50 Best Restaurants for a Date in Australia highlights the most popular spots across the country with the perfect ambiance, menu options and more to create a truly unforgettable date. The list of honorees is based on an analysis of reviews of more than 1,800 restaurants across the country—all submitted by verified diners.

A Touch of Salt

4.8

4.8 (2644)

$41 to $100

Modern Australian

Townsville CBD

About the restaurant

A fantastic restaurant for a nice dinner out. Great food and staff.

Top review

David

Dined 3 days ago

Food and service was exceptional. Staff were all very friendly and extremely attentive without being intrusive. Perfect!

Bar Woolloomooloo

0 (0)

$40 and under

Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service

Woolloomooloo

About the restaurant

Everything was honestly perfect. The food is possibly the best food I’ve eaten and the service was incredible.

Amici Restaurant - Caloundra

4.8

4.8 (2704)

$41 to $100

Italian

Caloundra

About the restaurant

Food is alway great, service is fantastic, really good dining experience.

Top review

Marie

Dined 6 days ago

Undoubtedly the most upmarket restaurant in Caloundra. The service was outstanding ( our waiter was exceptional), the food was delicious, the ambience was warm and welcoming. Will be back again....

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4.5

4.5 (714)

$40 and under

Italian

Mornington

About the restaurant

Absolutely delicious food, friendly staff and a lovely place to dine.

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Gail

Dined 5 days ago

Lovely food, attentive staff. Highly recommended

Black Hide Steak & Seafood at Queens Wharf

4.4

4.4 (1545)

$41 to $100

Steakhouse

Brisbane CBD

About the restaurant

Very nice experience and food was fantastic. Service was very nice too and will go again.

Top review

David

Dined 1 day ago

Enjoyed a wonderful Christmas lunch at the newly opened Black Hide Queens Wharf. In short, the lunch we enjoyed was simply right up there as the very best. It wasn’t just the delicious food selection, and how it was cooked, or the impeccable service received, or the festive decorations, but the whole experience which truly captured the spirit of Christmas for us. From the second we entered, until the moment of leaving, we thoroughly enjoyed ourselves. Even the Christmas carollers were wonderful touch!! Thank you very much to all the staff at Black Hide. Happy New Year, and you’ll definitely see us dining with you again.

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Popular dish

Steak Tartare

Popular dish

Wagyu MB 5+ Eye Fillet 200gm

Cecconi's Flinders Lane

4.8

4.8 (1188)

$101 and over

Italian

Melbourne CBD

About the restaurant

We have eaten here twice while visiting Melbourne. On both occasions we’ve had delicious food served by exceptionally professional and helpful wait staff. Highly recommend.

Top review

Allen

Dined 6 days ago

Continues the long standing high level of friendly and helpful service, great food and extensive wine list. My favourite restaurant in Mewlbourne.

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Experience

3 Course Fixed Price Menu

The Courthouse

4.8

4.8 (1784)

$41 to $100

Steak

Cleveland

About the restaurant

An amazing venue and food was delicious. Service was amazing as well. Definitely coming back.

Top review

Keith

Dined 2 days ago

Wonderful Christmas Eve dinner. Shame the Courthouse is closing.

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Popular dish

Seafood Supreme

Popular dish

Fillet Mignon Wrapped In Bacon

Elio's Osteria

4.9

4.9 (1653)

$40 and under

Italian

Carindale

About the restaurant

Food was amazing. Staff were very friendly. Warm and welcoming. Overall an absolutely great place to eat.

Top review

Pooja

Dined on Dec 17, 2024

I found it to be super convenient and efficient way to book.

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4.7

4.7 (1638)

$41 to $100

Modern Australian

Timbumburi

About the restaurant

Beautiful views, excellent service, delicious fresh local produce.

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KenH

Dined 3 days ago

Very accommodating staff. Excellent meal with no waiting time. always a good night.

Les Bubbles Bar and Bistro

4.3

4.3 (1770)

$40 and under

Steakhouse

Fortitude Valley

About the restaurant

We keep going back here because the food is delicious and the staff are always so attentive and polite. Will keep returning.

Top review

Ruby

Dined 2 days ago

We had the Christmas set menu for Christmas Eve and it was just delicious. We started with some Camembert baked cheese , salad and steak with mushroom sauce that was excellent. We finished the meal with some brownie and ice cream. We were super happy with our meal , highly recommend.

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Experience

Special Package

Experience

Christmas Eve Special

Mamasan Kitchen and Bar

4.7

4.7 (2366)

$41 to $100

Asian

Broadbeach

About the restaurant

The wait staff & service was excellent. Food delicious. Thank you.

Top review

Lori

Dined 2 days ago

Great food. Even better service (Giuliano) Nicely decorated.

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YELLOWFIN TUNA TARTARE

Moo Moo Restaurant (Gold Coast)

4.6

4.6 (2363)

$41 to $100

Steakhouse

Broadbeach

About the restaurant

The best steak and pork belly we have ever had! The bread rolls for entree were amazing as well!

Top review

steve

Dined 2 days ago

Excellent service from the minute we walked in. All courses we had were superb. The tenderloin was cooked to perfection. We had a lovely Xmas Eve dinner and would highly recommend Moo moo to anyone who has not tried it

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Popular dish

F1 Wagyu Rump Cap MB 6-7+

Mr Hizola’s

4.4

4.4 (1597)

$40 and under

Cantonese

Burleigh Heads

About the restaurant

We are in Burleigh, on holiday from the Melbourne cold. We eat out every night, trying the different cuisines in the neighbourhood and thought we would try Cantonese. We were so thankful we booked as every seat was taken, and we found out why. The food was excellent! There was just enough choice and options on the menu and every dish we ordered was delicious. I would recommend the chow fun and duck boa in particular. The service was relaxed and friendly and the waitress gave us some tips about the various dishes we were interested in. The room itself is pretty and had just enough lighting. I would go back again for sure and would recommend it to anyone who likes delicious, modern Asian food with the pretension.

Top review

Peter

Dined on Dec 17, 2024

Mr Hizolas continually has wonderful food and service

Northerlies Beach Bar and Grill - Airlie Beach

4.3

4.3 (1890)

$41 to $100

Modern Australian

Airlie Beach

About the restaurant

Stunning location, fantastic service and delicious, fresh seafood. Highly recommend.

Top review

Mike

Dined on Dec 17, 2024

Lovely evening with family - seafood platter was excellent.

Park Street Pasta & Wine

4.5

4.5 (821)

$41 to $100

Italian

South Melbourne

About the restaurant

Love this place! Awesome home made pasta and great wines.

Top review

MalcolmVIP

Dined on Dec 11, 2024

This has to be one of the best kept secretes of Melbourne. After 6.5 years in Melbourne, 3 days before we return to London, it was one of our last stops. We will miss you Luca.

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Persone Italian Restaurant

4.5

4.5 (1115)

$41 to $100

Italian

Brisbane CBD

About the restaurant

Delicious food at a very affordable price. The view is nothing short of amazing.

Top review

LaurenG

Dined 1 day ago

Always amazing! Thanks for an incredible Christmas Lunch and helping me get my Christmas back on.

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The Point Revolving Restaurant - Wrest Point

4.4

4.4 (1488)

$41 to $100

French

Sandy Bay

About the restaurant

Extremely happy with our anniversary dinner. The whole experience was memorable for us. Thank you.

Top review

james

Dined today

Exceptional views and food, all round a fantastic dining experience

The Potting Shed

4.3

4.3 (3800)

$40 and under

Modern Australian

Alexandria

About the restaurant

Never disappoints! Love everything :) From the food to the amazing cocktails!

Top review

Kim

Dined 3 days ago

My friends and I always have a fabulous time at the Grounds. The food is amazing. Your staff work very hard but are so delightful! The whole experience is always Magical!

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Experience

Dine In The Potter's Corner

Experience

Group Menu

Experience

Premium Private Dining in The Lock-In

Rickys River Bar and Restaurant

4.8

4.8 (3212)

$41 to $100

Seafood

Noosaville / Noosa Heads

About the restaurant

Fabulous food and service. Would recommend to friends.

Top review

Rhys

Dined today

Outstanding service by Katie and Rebecca. A truly world class experience.

Rookie Eatery

4.7

4.7 (704)

$41 to $100

Australian

Wollongong

About the restaurant

We went to Rookies on Wednesday evening, first time for me but my husband went a few months earlier. It was amazing. The food had so much flavour, delicious in every way. What impressed us was that the waitress remembered my husband from a few months ago.

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David

Dined 7 days ago

Terrific lunch the best atmosphere in Wollongong and great food and service

Shiki Japanese Restaurant

4.6

4.6 (268)

$41 to $100

Japanese

Adelaide City Center

About the restaurant

Absolutely beautiful food in a very entertaining setting.

Top review

RyanM

Dined on Oct 12, 2019

Amazing as usual loved the service and the food, the chef was outstanding and engaging making the night a real pleasure

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Experience

Teppanyaki Reservation

Trattoria Emilia

4.8

4.8 (1264)

$41 to $100

Italian

Melbourne CBD

About the restaurant

From the time you walk in you know this is going to be great! Amazing food and great service!

Top review

Ranj

Dined 6 days ago

Excellent food, excellent service. We had dinner there for our wedding anniversary it was a wonderful experience.

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A la Carte. Our Chef's choice is also available

Whalebone Wharf

4.6

4.6 (3153)

$41 to $100

Seafood

Port Macquarie

About the restaurant

Amazing seafood platter!! We came down from Brisbane and stopped overnight in port Macquarie. Had read reviews about the amazing seafood platter at whalebone wharf and we were not disappointed! Absolutely amazing. So fresh and fun watching the fish swim around underneath.

Top review

evan

Dined 3 days ago

Terrific ambience with uninterrupted views over the river. The service was good with friendly helpful staff ... maybe a little slow at times but we were not in a rush. Great food with nice variety and some happy surprises. They really know how to make a sauce! Absolute stand out for the area.

The Woodhouse Bar & Grill

4.7

4.7 (2682)

$41 to $100

Steakhouse

Bendigo

About the restaurant

This is a fabulous restaurant with a great atmosphere and service. The food, especially the steaks, are outstanding. Highly recommended.

Top review

Daryle

Dined 6 days ago

Today’s lunch is the second time we have eaten at the woodhouse and while the meals were very good the menu hadn’t changed in that time. It would be nice if the meals are providing seasonal rates that the menu could change in that time.

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Popular dish

Sher Wagyu scotch fillet 9

Popular dish

OConnor Beef scotch fillet 3

Popular dish

Vanilla bean crème brûlée

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