Category Archives: News

A new wine and snack bar opens its doors on High Street, Armadale. High Street, Armadale has welcomed the arrival of Auterra, a much anticipated new wine and snack bar from the team behind Amaru. Inspired over the years by Amaru regulars – who would tell chef/owner Clinton McIver when starting their dinner sittings withContinue reading “Now Open: Auterra”

New drinking and entertainment experience at Edgar’s is now open.  Ainslie institution Edgar’s opened its charming new wine bar, Wakefield’s Bar & Wine Room, on Saturday, 26 June, marking the latest expansion for the much-loved Canberra local. Wakefield’s Bar & Wine Room will provide an intimate, warm-lit space for the Ainslie neighbourhood area, with aContinue reading “Introducing Wakefield’s Bar & Wine Room”

The new Marrickville Metro has enjoyed a few weeks of trading and just when we thought Smidmore Street dining could not get any better, Nanyang Malaya Café bursts open their doors. Taking prime corner positioning, Nanyang Malaya Café brings the sights and smells of the streets of Singapore, to the heart of Marrickville. Nanyang MalayaContinue reading “Nanyang Malaya Café joins Smidmore Street dining at the new Marrickville Metro”

Grill Americano will open October 2021.  Melbourne restaurateur Chris Lucas announces the opening of Grill Americano, his third restaurant scheduled to open this year. Grill Americano, a 145-seat restaurant and bar, will be located at 101 Collins Street. This iconic Melbourne address has been at the centre of Melbourne’s cultural and social landscape for almostContinue reading “Chris Lucas announces the opening of Grill Americano at the iconic 101 Collins Street, Melbourne”

Get excited Marrickvillians, Motto Motto Japanese has arrived in the Inner West. To celebrate, they’re hosting a $1 Japanese curry feastfilled with delicious crispy karaage chicken, silky soft tofu and rich wagyu beef curry. Yes – you heard that right. To celebrate the opening of your new Japanese local, Motto Motto will treat 2,000 guests toContinue reading “Motto Motto Japanese celebrates new Marrickville restaurant opening with $1 Japanese curry”

A new neighbourhood deli, sandwich shop and cannoleria arrives in Altona. At the heart Altona’s Pier Street is the newly opened Matteo’s Delicatessen (Matteo’s) a European-inspired neighbourhood deli, sandwich shop and cannoleria established by west-side locals Jayden Costello and Matthew Defina. With a vibrant green shopfront and a handful of streetside seating, Matteo’s opens upContinue reading “Now Open: Matteo’s Delicatessen”

Fratelli Fresh is opening a new Sydney restaurant, taking over the former Rosetta site at Grosvenor Place on Harrington Street in The Rocks. The new 250-seat, split-level, upscale Fratelli Fresh features a spacious, light-filled dining room, open kitchen, separate bar area, large mezzanine, and a vibrant alfresco terrace with cityscape views. The restaurant is expectedContinue reading “Fratelli Fresh brings signature Italian dining to The Rocks”

Kylie Kwong, Australia’s much-loved modern Chinese chef and restaurateur, is opening her new eatery, Lucky Kwong, on May 25 at South Eveleigh in Sydney. Lucky Kwong is a casual Australian-Cantonese cafeteria-style eatery, featuring some of Kylie’s best-known dishes for dine-in or takeaway. This is the first time since Kylie’s beloved Carriageworks Farmers Market stall thatContinue reading “Kylie Kwong’s new eatery opens at South Eveleigh on May 25”

A new open-air dining experience for winter at South Melbourne’s favourite Italian osteria. A happy hangover from 2020 is Park Street Pasta & Wine’s Perrins Street streetside dining space, which will continue its reign throughout the winter months. With overhead canopies shielding against Melbourne’s many seasons and toasty heaters for added warmth, the once summer-nowContinue reading “Park Street Pasta & Wine”

Good vibes with tunes to match are on offer at the new Windsor locale, with thoughtful food for everybody. Geelong favourite Yeah Boy has joined Melbourne’s coveted Chapel Street Windsor Precinct, opening its doors last week. Known for its inclusive dining menu, Yeah Boy delivers a diverse range of dishes – from plant-based eats through toContinue reading “Calling All Eaters – inclusive dining venue Yeah Boy opens in Windsor”

The Point Group – responsible for renowned Sydney establishments The Dolphin, Harpoon Harry’s, The Bucket List and Bondi Beach Public Bar – will transform the historic Shell House in Sydney CBD into one of the city’s hottest new dining experiences from July. Located at 2 Carrington Street, The Point Group has signed a 15-year lease deal forContinue reading “On Point: A multi-storey dining food and beverage experience comes to Shell House”

Mid-June 2021, acclaimed chef-owner Jessi Singh will open his “unauthentic Indian” restaurant Daughter in Law on Fletcher Street, Byron Bay. 100% of all proceeds from the opening night will go to a three-pronged initiative close to his heart, which directly supports Indian people through COVID. This is not your typical Indian joint. Singh has beenContinue reading “Jessi Singh’s ‘unauthentic Indian’ restaurant Daughter in Law will open in Byron Bay”

Charcoal Fish670 New South Head Road, Rose Bay NSW 2029is due to open in late June 2021 We are both thrilled to announce that we will be opening a new business in Rose Bay called Charcoal Fish. I have been hugely inspired by the charcoal chicken shop model.  So many Australian families, ours included, onContinue reading “Josh and Julie Niland introduce Charcoal Fish”

Sydney’s East welcomes Lorraine’s, a European-inspired bistro made for lazy afternoons and evenings spent drinking and dining with friends and family. Situated on level one of the iconic Robin Hood Hotel in Waverley, and following its multi-million-dollar renovation, the light-filled venue features a stunning glass atrium roof – the perfect space to relax and enjoyContinue reading “Sydney welcomes European-inspired bistro Lorraine’s to the Robin Hood Hotel”

400 Gradi’s Johnny Di Francesco scoops a prime spot on Southbank with his new gelateria where everything on the menu is made from scratch. Zero Gradi, the gelato arm of the expanding Gradi Group empire by Johnny Di Francesco, is opening up in prime position along the Crown Riverwalk in Southbank on the riverfront atContinue reading “Zero Gradi opens at Crown Melbourne”

The new home of Kylie Kwong and Matt Whiley, South Eveleigh is now welcoming food and drink lovers. A stone’s throw from Redfern Station, Locomotive Street in South Eveleigh is quickly emerging as Sydney’s newest drinking and dining attraction. Once home to a collection of old railway sheds, developer Mirvac has lovingly restored the heritageContinue reading “South Eveleigh – Sydney’s hottest drinking and dining destination”

A new Armadale wine and snack bar from the team behind Amaru. Appellation, a new wine bar concept from Clinton McIver (Amaru), will launch in late April with a focus on grower champagnes and drinking snacks representative of the Amaru food philosophy, delivered with an informative, yet informal service style. Inspired by Amaru regulars –Continue reading “Coming Soon: Appellation”

The Art Gallery of New South Wales announces the opening of an exciting new restaurant concept, Art Gallery Restaurant Crafted by Matt Moran this Friday, March 26. The restaurant launches in partnership with newly appointed culinary advisor, Matt Moran, who will sit across the development of restaurant and catering menus, and work with food andContinue reading “Lunch is served at Art Gallery of NSW as ‘Crafted by Matt Moran’ opens its doors”

Yakimono, a contemporary high-energy, inner-city eating house, is a collaboration between Chris Lucas and Chef Martin Benn. Located at 80 Collins, next door to the soon-to-open SOCIETY, Yakimono will offer a Japanese-style grill menu with a pared-back, delicious and modernist take on Japanese inner-city dining. Due to open late 2021, Yakimono will combine adventurous and robustContinue reading “Update from Lucas Group – Yakimono to open late 2021”

Former hatted, world-class chef Tomislav heads up the kitchen of Summer Hill’s newest café, Soul Tree Café, promising a variety of healthy and hearty dishes made with a whole lot of soul. The café’s open and relaxed interiors create a welcoming atmosphere, making for the perfect addition to Summer Hill’s Flour Mill precinct.   SoulContinue reading “Feed your soul at Sydney’s newest eatery, Soul Tree Café”

Highlights include Sri Lankan egg hoppers, dosas, mouth-watering curries and a gin-focused bar.  Transforming the front of the iconic Collins Quarter building in the CBD, well-known Melbourne businessman Ian Hicks and restaurant entrepreneur Dr Sam Prince, founders of the Sam Prince Hospitality Group (SPHG), have launched their newest restaurant INDU Melbourne, a delectable mix ofContinue reading “INDU: New Sri Lankan and Southern Indian restaurant celebrates the best of the region, nestled in the heart of Melbourne’s CBD”

Opening date – Wednesday, 10th February.  Wetherill Park legend Fat Franks is set to launch its new restaurant in Newtown, bringing with them the Philly Cheesesteak, an American icon, which they make following the original 80-year-old recipe and using authentic ingredients from the US. For the uninitiated, the cheesesteak is a mouth-watering combination of thinly sliced,Continue reading “Fat Franks brings the iconic Philly Cheesesteak to Newtown”

Sydney’s most iconic chicken shop is now open at Sydney’s most iconic beach.  Chargrill Charlie’s, Sydney’s most iconic chicken shop, is set to make waves on Sydney’s most iconic beach with its new flagship store at Bondi Beach now open. Ready to make the most of the remaining weeks of summer, Chargrill Charlie’s Bondi isContinue reading “Chargrill Charlie’s opens new flagship store at Bondi Beach”

Seta Sydney brings together a celebration of contemporary Italian cuisine and hospitality.  Nestled within the grand walls of one of Sydney’s most iconic heritage buildings, Seta Sydney has officially opened its doors to offer a sensorial Italian dining experience. Paying homage to the flavours and aromas of Italy, Seta sets out to revive the SydneyContinue reading “Multi-million dollar project, Seta Sydney, officially open amid resurgence of Sydney CBD”

With a crack team led by a fine dining chef and career restaurateur, this South Yarra bistro is a local favourite in the making. Vesper, an intimate bistro & bar, will open at 25 Toorak Rd, South Yarra on Tuesday, 2 February 2021. Inspired by the relaxed elegance and gentle warmth of the Mediterranean islands,Continue reading “Vesper, South Yarra’s newest bistro, opens 2 February”

A laid-back beachside haven inspired by Freshwater’s surf culture and young spirit.  Harbord Hotel, Freshwater’s original shrine by the sea, is now open. Located a short stroll from the shoreline, Harbord Hotel celebrates Freshwater’s surf culture and young spirit, with an expansive main bar, sun-soaked terrace, and new restaurant and cocktail bar, Balsa. Undoubtedly oneContinue reading “Harbord Hotel is now open”

The team behind Melbourne Greek institution Stalactites opens its second Hella Good store just in time for Christmas shopping. Christmas shoppers descending into the city this Friday should come hungry as Greek quick-service restaurant Hella Good will be slinging out one hell of a good offer for the opening of its new store in EmporiumContinue reading “Hella Good celebrates new Emporium store with 100 free souvlakis”

Kazzi Beach Greek Manly is now open. This is the second location, with Kazzi Beach Greek Balmoral Beach already being a popular café/restaurant on the Northern Beaches.  With international travel not on the cards this year, let Kazzi Beach Greek bring Greece to you! Kazzi Beach Greek is Australia’s most authentic Greek island taverna experienceContinue reading “Kazzi Beach Greek Manly opens”

Brunswick East’s newest café addition Bellboy officially opened its doors on Monday, 7th December after a soft opening the weekend prior. The neighbourhood venue will bring to life the East Brunswick Village development and will offer a brunch-style menu with dedicated bagel section and coffee roasted on site. The menu will focus on taste, withContinue reading “Bellboy Café in East Brunswick Village now open”

The young founders behind the Sydney salad empire FISHBOWL have announced their next venture, a brand new-concept set to open in Bondi this December – FISH SHOP. The dine in and takeaway venue will be their take on a modern fish shop, a counter-service restaurant focusing on sustainably sourced seafood paired with vibrant salads andContinue reading “FISHBOWL founders Nathan Dalah, Nic Pestalozzi and Casper Ettelson set to open a brand-new concept in Bondi – FISH SHOP”

After a very dreary few months, Chapati is launching next week and is here to inject some colour, excitement and energy into Melbourne! The bright purple building is easy to spot on Rathdowne Street, Carlton. Unlike any other Indian restaurant in Melbourne, Chapati delivers more than just good Indian food, it’s an entire cultural tripContinue reading “Chapati Melbourne launches on 14 December”

Melbourne’s newest Mexican restaurant serves up tableside guac, late-night margaritas and over 260 varieties of tequila and mezcal. Melbourne’s CBD’s newest resident, Mejico, is bringing some colour, flavour and fun back to the city with delicious market-to-table dining and Melbourne’s largest selection of tequila and mezcal. Mejico unites regional flavours and techniques from Mexico CityContinue reading “Mejico lights up Melbourne’s Pink Alley”

Chancery Lane, a European bistro by Scott Pickett, is opening in Melbourne on December 16, welcoming diners within the historic Normanby Chambers building at 430 Little Collins Street. The bistro is suited for any occasion, from a glass and a bite at the bar to a private dinner party. The charming venue embodies Pickett’s career evolutionContinue reading “A new era of dining with Chancery Lane”

Lotus Dining Group has introduced its latest concept, Chi by Lotus, a new casual eatery and bar in Barangaroo. Located on the ground level of International Tower One with sweeping views across Sydney Harbour, the vibrant new venue is a fresh concept for newly appointed general manager, Hamish Ingham, who also launched Lotus Double BayContinue reading “Chi by Lotus: A New Life Force for Barangaroo”

Brent Savage and Nick Hildebrandt have opened Monopole in Sydney’s CBD, after relocating their award-winning and trailblazing wine bar from Potts Point. Co-owner and sommelier Hildebrandt said: “We’re excited to finally open the doors to Monopole in the CBD. It’s the perfect evolution of Monopole. When we first opened, we loved that locals would dropContinue reading “Brent Savage and Nick Hildebrandt open Monopole in Sydney’s CBD”

Something Fresh is coming to Bellair. A unique and exciting cafe/bar has finally arrived in the heart of Melbourne’s heritage city fringe suburb, Kensington. Opening its doors on Wednesday, 22nd September 2020, The Fresh Prince is a unique and vibrant setting that will take you back to the favourite memories of your childhood. The FreshContinue reading “The Fresh Prince has arrived”

New Italian eatery, Cucina Porto, is now open at The Star Sydney, marking the first of several new dining destinations opening within the entertainment precinct over the next year. Cucina Porto is a home-away-from-home for Italian Executive Chef Martino Pulito (ex-Pasta Emilia), serving honest Italian cuisine with an unpretentious spirit. Drawing on his heritage, CucinaContinue reading “Cucina Porto opens at The Star Sydney”

Three Blue Ducks, the group of chefs and avid surfers who own and operate restaurants across Sydney, Brisbane and Byron Bay, will open their Melbourne venue on November 30 at Australia’s first surf park – URBNSURF Melbourne. Located 16 kilometres from Melbourne CBD and just minutes from Melbourne’s Tullamarine Airport, Three Blue Ducks’ first MelbourneContinue reading “Three Blue Ducks opens at URBNSURF this summer”

Chargrill Charlie’s returns home to where it all began over 30 years ago having first opened on Sydney’s famous Coogee Beach. The chicken hero goes back in time with 1989 prices, 80s merchandise and DJ. Chargrill Charlie’s, Sydney’s family-run chicken institution, is returning home, to where it all began, with the launch of its newContinue reading “Chargrill Charlie’s Coogee opens this week”