Coming Soon: Rick Stein at Coogee Beach Has Revealed an Opening Date — and Bookings Are Now Live

The beloved British chef will bring his produce-driven seafood to the InterContinental Sydney Coogee Beach this summer.

The Century-Old Georges River Sailing Club Ushers in a New Era, Featuring Med-Inspired Dining and Exclusive Maybe Sammy Cocktails

Building upon almost 100 years of history, this historic sailing club's recent renovation adds a standout restaurant with an exclusive cocktail collaboration.

After a Stellar Debut Year in Paddington, Dario Manca's Italian Fine-Diner Attimi Has Been Named Australia's Best New Restaurant

Beating out numerous exciting names from across the country, this restaurant's considered approach to Italian cuisine earned it top spot at this year's awards.

Just In: The Team Behind the Burleigh Pavilion Is Coming to the Central Coast, Launching the Terrigal Pavilion This November

Brimming with three venues for every occasion, this multi-level landmark will soon be ripe for oceanfront bevvies, easygoing dining and quick sunrise takeaways.

Inflation Means The Price of Everything Is Going Up — Except Your Morning Coffee

Inflation is back on the rise, but at least you can expect coffee prices to stop increasing in 2026.

Coming Soon: KODA Is the "No-Attitude Destination" Bringing Playful Cocktails and Robata-Grilled Good Times to the Former Monopole Site

In an exclusive interview with 'Concrete Playground', restaurateur Matt Yazbeck lifts the lid on his upcoming CBD venture.

The Best Bakeries in Melbourne

Crusty sourdough loaves, flaky croissants, shiopans and shokupans, cookies and doughnuts, bagels and ficelles, pies and pasties, and everything in between.

Now Open: Haus of Wendy Is the US Burger Chain's Biggest Aussie Launch to Date, Opening in the Heart of Brisbane CBD

Spanning two brightly coloured levels, this huge Wendy's highlights the brand's ambitions to take over Aussie fast food.

Six to Try: Cafes in Brisbane Shaking Things Up

All your brunch favourites, go-to pastries and mandatory morning coffees get a fresh twist at some of the most exciting cafes in Brisbane.

Now Open: This Toorak Road Terrace House Is Home to the New Greek Restaurant Astoria Bar Kè Grill

This South Yarra spot servies up traditional Greek fare with contemporary flair.

Lonely Planet Has Named Melbourne's Food Scene One of the World's Top 25 Travel Experiences

From Lune croissants to Palestinian soul food and Italian marketplaces, Melbourne’s culinary scene has officially been crowned one of the world’s best by Lonely Planet.

Ovolo The Valley Has a New Rooftop Bar, Where Mezze Plates and Signature Cocktails Draw Inspiration From Levantine Nightlife

Settle into a sun-soaked session, as this day-to-night rooftop perch offers Mediterranean-inspired food and drink guided by an award-winning team.

Coming Soon: Daphne, a Bustling Public House From Etta's Hannah Green — With Everything from a Martini Club to a Considered Kids' Menu — is Set to Open this November

Step into Hannah Green's new home just a couple doors down from Etta, with her new restaurant set to offer warm hospitality rooted in community.

This Mosman Venue Has a Private Beach — So You Can Have Your Euro-Summer Destination Wedding Without Leaving Sydney

This Sydney venue marries city luxury with beachfront views reminiscent of a Euro-summer destination wedding.

This Just in: Shannon Bennett's Residency at The StandardX Has Proven So Popular That it Has Been Extended With No End Date In Sight

The legendary chef's neighbourhood bistro-style concept has been so successful, that Bennett and his team of all-star collaborators are sticking around.

Coming Soon: This Multi-Sensory, Not-So-Serious, Theatrical Restaurant Is So Popular That It Is Opening a Second Venue to Keep Up with the Demand for Seats

Shelly will offer a 10-course degustation menu that is flamboyant, dramatic, and at its heart, just a lot of fun.

This Just in: the New Sydney Fish Market Will Open in Early 2026, with New Venues From Junda Khoo and Luke Nguyen, and a Last Hurrah 36-Hour Seafood Marathon at Pyrmont

The reimagined Sydney Fish Market will bring together old favourites and new vendors to create a vibrant waterfront landmark.

CP Staff Picks: Where Our Team Is Dining Out This Month — With 50 Percent off the Bill

Dine Out with Uber Eats unlocks exclusive discounts at Sydney's best restaurants. Here's where the CP team is heading.

ButterBoy Is Serving Fresh Cookies and Milk in the CBD With a Pitt Street Pop-Up

Sydney's best cookies are popping up in the CBD for two weeks only.

"Pivot with Purpose": Japanese Cafe Kahii on the Importance of Staying Flexible in Hospitality

We asked Kahii's director, Matthew Wong, the pros and cons of flexibility in hospitality.

Pidapipo Just Dropped Eight New Limited-Edition Flavours, Including Nostalgic Passionfruit Pavlova and Bittersweet Matcha with Strawberry Jam

The sweet new scoops will only be available during the month of October, so don't wait to try them.

Coming Soon: Grill Americano's Glamorous Sydney Debut Now Comes with Exclusive New Dishes and an Opening Date

The Melbourne hotspot is bringing its famed bistecca, handmade pasta and new seafood creations to a heritage-listed CBD site this November.

The Best Greek Restaurants in Melbourne

You're in for good times, flowing drinks and belly-filling feeds at these Greek establishments.

Three Flavour-Packed Meals That Win the Race Against Mid-Week Takeaway

From missing items to cold meals, the dream of a takeaway is often tastier than the reality. Here are three quick and flavoursome recipes—without the takeaway tax.

Billy Van Creamy and Lovehoney Are Bringing 'Lover's Scoop' to Brunswick With Free Ice Cream and Sex Toys

Billy van Creamy and Lovehoney will host a two-day event called Lover’s Scoop on October 10–11, serving free aphrodisiac ice cream and giving away sex toys.

Who's Still Eating Out? Research Shows Millennials and Gen Zs Are Carrying Australia's Dining Scene

New research shows Millennials and older Gen Zs are continuing to dine out several times a week, keeping Australia’s restaurants and cafes busy despite cost-of-living pressures.

Hosts With the Most: Small Business Owners on Making Your Business Stand Out From the Crowd

With wine bars, celebrity chef pop-ups, and legacy pubs, how do you stand out in Sydney’s food scene? Ennui's director shares his tips.

Tarts Anon Is Handing Out Free Espresso Flans With Coffee for World Coffee Day Tomorrow

Now Open: Frango Is Serving Its Portuguese Chicken in Caringbah, Bringing Its Birds and Burgers to the Shire for the First Time

Serving as the family-run chain's 16th location, these cherished Portuguese chicken maestros have kept Sydney stuffed since 1989.

Restauranteur Scott Pickett Appoints Administrators, But Reassures Melburnians That His Restaurants Will Remain Open for Service

Pickett has confirmed his restaurants are not impacted and will continue business as usual.

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It's time to answer a burning question: how do you get the bold, crave-worth flavours of takeaway favourites in your own kitchen?

Coming Soon: in Hot News, Two-Hatted Audrey's at The Continental Sorrento is Set to Be Replaced With Ember, a New Fire-Driven Coastal Diner

The beloved Mornington Peninsula venue is set to be taken in a smokin' hot new direction.

Coming Soon: One of Melbourne's Most Historic Pubs Has Been Transformed Into a Mega Seven-Level Drinking and Dining Destination, Set to Reopen in November

After eight long years, The Waterside Hotel is finally set to reopen later this year.

Coming Soon: Solaré Is Bringing a Superyacht Restaurant, Cocktail Bar and Beach Club to Sydney Harbour This October

World-first Solaré sets sail in October — a 150-foot classic superyacht with a coastal Italian restaurant, cocktail bar and beach club.

This Just In: A South Yarra Favourite Enters a New Era Under the Experienced Hands of Hospitality Stalwart Karen Martini

Just in time for warmer days, Bar Carolina and Tetto di Carolina are set to open with a refreshed vibe.

Low-Cost Luxuries, Little Treats and Local Experiences: How We're Dining and Drinking in 2025

Cost-of-living pressures haven’t killed Melbourne’s appetite — they’ve just shifted it toward smarter specials, smaller indulgences and experience-driven dining.

One of Australia's Most Beloved Vietnamese Restaurants Announces Plans to Close After 23 Years, But You've Still Got Time to Pop in For a Final Meal

Book your table now to get a final taste of Red Lantern's famous chilli salted squid.

After Four Days of Rigorous Competition, the Winners of the 36th Annual Official Great Aussie Pie Competition Have Been Crowned

Plan a road trip around Australia around these award-winning bakeries.

As Mid-Air Officially Finishes its Last Service, Its Successor Cleo is Announced, Set to Take Over HYDE Melbourne Place's Rooftop This Summer

Cleo will join favourites Mr Mills and Marmelo at HYDE Melbourne Place.

ALDI Is Now Delivering Groceries Via DoorDash Across Australia in the Latest and Greatest Expansion of its Partnership

Aussies everywhere can now get the cheapest groceries around dropped right at their door.

You Can Win $20k Worth Of Marketing and Get Your Hospo Business Featured on Concrete Playground

Looking to shine a light on your hospitality business?

One of Melbourne's Most Popular Burgers Was Just Ranked As the 14th Best Burger in the World — But Have You Been Lucky Enough to Get Your Hands on One?

In an incredible feat, three Aussie burgers have taken out top spots on this years list