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50 Most Popular Lunch Spots in Australia: 2023 Edition

Follow the lead of your fellow diners and book mum one of the 50 most popular lunch spots in Australia. OpenTable looked at reviews from real diners like you to pull together this list of the best daytime dining spots, just in time for all of your autumn celebration needs.

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The OpenTable Team
Updated April 25, 2023
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Alex Supporters Club

Price: Moderate
Modern Australian
Alexandra Headland
4.4
998 reviews
Nice food, good service
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Basil & Vine

Price: Moderate
Italian
Burpengary
4.5
766 reviews
Excellent never had a bad meal. Service great love everything.
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Belle Epoque - Emporium Hotel South Bank

Price: Moderate
French
South Bank
4.1
365 reviews
Very enjoyable but probably a bit too much food - especially for children.
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Billson’s Brewery

Price: Moderate
Brewery
Beechworth
4.7
1191 reviews
Billsons was absolutely wonderful as always, the staff are super helpful and lovely, the food was excellent and the drinks - even better!
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Bocca Italian

Price: Moderate
Italian
Bokarina
4.6
1190 reviews
Best Italian restaurant on the Sunny Coast. Amazing breads, creamy pasta dishes and the pizza was superb. Almost didn't have room for dessert, but couldn't leave without trying the tiramisu and it was the freshest I've ever had. Definitely going back!
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Bodega Underground

Price: Moderate
Mexican
Melbourne CBD
4.4
1265 reviews
Great Pre Theatre Dinner. Wonderful Food and Service.
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Brightwater Hotel

Price: Moderate
Australian
Mountain Creek
4.3
1721 reviews
Pleasantly surprised. The food was delicious the dessert fabulous. Staff were friendly and helpful.
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Cafe Valetta

Price: Moderate
Café
Toowoomba
4.5
406 reviews
The breakfast menu contained a variety of tempting options, which pleased everyone at the table. Some selections were available in half-sizes which meant our 90+ mother didn't have to negotiate a large plateful of food. The coffee was delicious! Cafe Valetta is a perfect place for a memorable brekky.
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Chocolate Buddha

Price: Expensive
Japanese
Melbourne CBD
4.7
2365 reviews
Birthday lunch,very efficient loved the food. Service great
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Coffee Cat on Kings Beach

Price: Moderate
Café
Caloundra
4.6
444 reviews
We’ve been coming to Coffee Cat on Kings Beach for years ever since we started holidaying in Caloundra and it never disappoints. Delicious innovative food that’s far from your run of the mill average cafe fare. Always great coffee, food, service and of course the view never gets old. Thank you we’ll be back over and over again.
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Coombe Yarra Valley

Price: Expensive
Modern Australian
Coldstream
4.8
2140 reviews
Absolutely amazing!! We started our afternoon with a tasting with Roman who was fantastic and incredibly knowledgeable. We then enjoyed an incredible lunch - food was delicious and we couldn’t fault the service We will definitely be back
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Crackerjack Beachfront

Price: Moderate
Modern Australian
Seaford
4.5
317 reviews
The food at Crackerjack is amazing. We have been there a number of times and have introduced our friends and family to the yummy food here. The Seafood platter is our favourite and the steaks are cooked to perfection and accompanied by great sauces and sides. They have a great grazing platter for 4 or 6 people to start off the meal. The view from the balcony overlooks the beach . The staff are friendly and the ambience is good. The paid Parking is tight on the weekends so come early.
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Crafted by Matt Moran

Price: Expensive
Australian
Sydney CBD
4.4
467 reviews
As soon as we walked into the restaurant the staff were friendly and very attentive. Our waiter was outstanding with wonderful energy and charm. They understood our time constraints and looked after us. The food was fantastic as we expected it would be. A perfect night for our daughter's High School graduation dinner. Thank you Craft.
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Devil's Hollow Brewery

Price: Moderate
Australian
Dubbo
4.6
694 reviews
Took multiple visitors there during the week and they all love the place, the food the coffee and the staff.
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Double Barrel Kitchen & Bar

Price: Moderate
Australian
Benowa
4.5
347 reviews
Lovely location, good fresh food, great drink selection and good coffee, just a bit windy as the westerly winds came up but the staff were helpful and allowed us to move inside.
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Doyles on the Beach

Price: Expensive
Seafood
Watsons Bay
4.4
2585 reviews
Beautiful beachside restaurant with several dining areas . Arrived early so could wait with a drink in top, cool area - then lucky to have outside bayside table All fresh crustaceans as good as expected and Paella tasty , super filling
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Edge Geelong

Price: Moderate
Modern Australian
Geelong City Center
4.4
738 reviews
We actually had a surprise birthday for my mums 60th so there was more then 2 people about 40 service was great, the team were helpful and lovely ! Food and cocktails were awesome
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Elwood Bathers

Price: Expensive
Bistro
Elwood
4.6
1350 reviews
The atmosphere was amazing, the food was quick and yummy! Our waitress was beyond amazing, she was so lovely and personable. Made us feel so welcome! She had short bleached hair, she was awesome! Overall such a nice place to have an event
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Florence

Price: Moderate
Australian
Camp Hill
4.7
247 reviews
Great location with friendly staff and delicious food.
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Full Moon Hotel

Price: Moderate
Australian
Sandgate
4.3
1745 reviews
Beetroot & pumpkin salad was not roasted as expected. Seafood Marina was excellent !
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Green Zebra

Price: Moderate
Modern Australian
Parrearra
4.6
1857 reviews
I brought my parents to the Green Zebra to have a celebratory lunch for my 40th birthday with them. The food was fantastic, with my parents commenting the salad was easily one of the best they have ever had, the drinks mixed perfectly and impeccable service. They are talking about bringing my brother and family to the restaurant on their next visit!
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Harveys Bar and Bistro

Price: Expensive
Australian
New Farm
4.7
728 reviews
A Brisbane institution! Always a wonderful meal and so well looked after.
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Husk Distillers Cellar Door

Price: Expensive
Australian
Tweed Heads South
4.4
1018 reviews
Loved it! Delicious food, good service from Liam. I thought it was really good value for money and the setting is gorgeous. We will definitely be back.
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Joey's

Price: Moderate
Modern Australian
Woolloongabba
4.5
1091 reviews
Great location, friendly and attentive service, excellent food with the DJ playing some great tunes at a good volume for easy conversation. Will definitely go back
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Lovewell

Price: Moderate
Australian
Mount Gravatt
4.4
467 reviews
Awesome service, food, drinks, view EVERYTHING it was perfect
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Manly Boathouse

Price: Expensive
Australian
Manly
4.4
1539 reviews
As a newly arrived Queenslander this was our first visit to Manly Boathouse Restaurant and were surprised to find car parking spaces available. And the restaurant didn't disappoint. Every staff member was friendly, polite and attentive. We were given the best table in the room and as we had booked early for dinner were able to take advantage of the vista. Although the restaurant was very busy and full our service was swift and our food and drink orders arrived promptly. Between us we had fresh oysters, Morton Bay bug slider, popcorn chicken, garlic sourdough, scallop risotto, barramundi and the fish of the day-snapper in a Thai green curry sauce. All were well presented and tasty. We had a lovely, friendly evening in a welcoming restaurant and will now become regular visitors.
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Mayfield Garden Cafe

Price: Moderate
Café
Oberon
3.9
434 reviews
Very nice, I enjoyed my meal.
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Merricks General Wine Store

Price: Expensive
Modern Australian
Merricks
4.6
814 reviews
Amazing experience! 3rd time at Merricks General Wine Store. Twice for Brekkie and this time for lunch. Lunch was just as incredible! Service was very friendly, great ambience and their foood is yummy as always!😍
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North Lakes Sports Club - Banyan Restaurant & Deck

Price: Moderate
Modern Australian
North Lakes
4.0
2276 reviews
Meals were quick attentive, friendly staff which was a bonus
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Optus Stadium - City View Café

Price: Moderate
Café
Burswood
4.2
1028 reviews
Menu : choose / pay /eat = simple and efficient. Courteous staff. Great location & convenient parking.
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Pavilion Mooloolaba

Price: Expensive
Mediterranean
Mooloolaba
4.2
587 reviews
Always a great experience at Pavilion. The $35 lunch set menu with 3-4 options for each course and a glass of Sauv Blanc was a great option for us!
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Peter Rabbit

Price: Moderate
Australian
Adelaide City Center
4.6
531 reviews
the shakshuka is a bit sour, add sugar and firied onion together with capsicums in the pan before pouring in tomato source will improve the favor.
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Pomona Distilling Co

Price: Moderate
Southeast Asian
Pomona
4.4
1238 reviews
We had the most wonderful lunch at the distillery. Thoroughly enjoyable, will recommend it to family & friends.
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Rick Shores

Price: Very Expensive
Contemporary Asian
Burleigh Heads
4.8
4124 reviews
The service from the staff was impeccable and the food amazing
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Rivers Cafe and Foodstore

Price: Moderate
Café
Yarrambat
4.4
1752 reviews
Inside cafe very noisy Would be much nicer if the enclosed outside deck was still available for use.
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Rococo Point Cook

Price: Moderate
Italian
Point Cook
4.5
580 reviews
The menu at Rococos was extensive, and food was delicious! Every morsel was delectable and to be savoured with pleasure. The overall ambience in Rococo is also very nice. Decorations are carefully chosen to give an elegant, yet friendly atmosphere. The waiting staff are polite and friendly, and probably have been trained well in how to treat and respond to customers. It was quite pricey, but worth it for our wedding anniversary celebration. Overall, highly recommended!
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Secret Kitchen - Chinatown - Melbourne CBD

Price: Expensive
Asian
Melbourne CBD
4.2
537 reviews
Great range, continuous food and good service. Very popular spot - Remember to book ahead!
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Secrets on the Lake

Price: Expensive
Australian
North Maleny
4.7
342 reviews
Have wanted to dine here for ages but it is always booked out on the short notice we have tried before. This time we booked ahead and were not disappointed. Great food - fantastic location - no we want to return and stay a few night at their treetop cottages
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Surf Club Restaurant & Bar

Price: Moderate
Australian
Coffs Harbour
4.5
468 reviews
Always an amazing venue. Great food, great service and great atmosphere
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The Beach House

Price: Expensive
Australian
Blackmans Bay
4.5
246 reviews
Everything was delicious! We had a group of 9 and the service was fabulous, food was timely, lots quality of vegetarian choices and even the kids enjoyed themselves. Thank you! We will be back :)
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The Boardwalk Bendigo

Price: Moderate
Café
Bendigo
4.7
725 reviews
Great variety on the menu. Recommend the smashed avo! Service was also great - we’ll be back!
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The Boatshed La Perouse

Price: Moderate
Seafood
Little Bay
4.3
2545 reviews
We will be back for the seafood platter
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The Green

Price: Moderate
Middle Eastern
Fortitude Valley
4.5
280 reviews
Lovely setting and quick and friendly service
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The Grounds of Alexandria Cafe

Price: Moderate
Café
Alexandria
4.0
2248 reviews
The staff are so friendly, even at the busiest times. The Grounds adventure is one that everyone has to experience
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The Potting Shed

Price: Moderate
Modern Australian
Alexandria
4.3
3216 reviews
Thank you to the team everything went well. As I wanted them to sing happy birthday to my husband they did 🥹🙏 We had an amazing dinner last night and it was also our first time there at the potting shed it was recommended by someone to us and we had the best night ever. Definitely a memorable one! Thank you so so much & God bless 🙏❤️
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The Terrace - Emporium Hotel South Bank Brisbane

Price: Moderate
Contemporary Asian
South Bank
4.4
703 reviews
Great food. Great customer service. Highly Recommended.
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The Wintergarden at Hydro Majestic Blue Mountains

Price: Very Expensive
Australian
Blue Mountains
4.6
3357 reviews
The ambience, views and service came together in a wonderful night's dining. The staff were courteous and helpful and we extend our thanks to them.
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Tuscan Terrace

Price: Moderate
Modern Australian
Mount Cotton
4.2
1523 reviews
Overall, friendly service and lovely ambiance. There were two things that left us disappointed. The first, when I was making the reservation it specifically asked ‘are you celebrating anything with us?’. Normally I wouldn’t write anything in the notes, but it specifically asked so I wrote that we were celebrating our 9th wedding anniversary. At no point during our experience at Tuscan Terrance (other than during the hotel check in portion hours before our dinner reservation) was it mentioned, either by the host that sat us or our server. Why ask if you’re not going to do anything with the information. We were not expecting anything free, just a simple “congratulations”. The second, I ordered my steak medium rare and it came out medium well at best. I waited 5 minutes for our server to reappear and the next time we saw her was almost 30 minutes later when she came to clear our plates. I ate the steak (which was over cooked and thus bland) purely because I didn’t not want to be the crazy lady rushing across the restaurant to find someone. At no point in our entire dining experience were we actually asked how our food was. As I said, overall, friendly service, however it is missing a few elements that make it truly great dining.
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Two Before Ten Greenway

Price: Expensive
Café
Greenway
4.3
521 reviews
Food was good. Bacon and egg roll was delicious (yummy relish). My sister enjoyed her poached eggs on sourdough, and the boys enjoyed their sourdough toast with jam and honey. We booked (to guarantee a seat). On arrival they accommodated our request to sit at an empty seat outside. It was a cold, but sunny, Canberra morning, and it was lovely sitting in the sun and enjoying our leisurely breakfast, right next to Tuggeranong creek.
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Waves on the Beach

Price: Moderate
Modern Australian
Frankston
4.5
1031 reviews
Really friendly staff even tho frazzled as it was school holidays. Food is delicious and plenty of choice including vego and vegan. Good value for money Noisy because school holidays. Great place with constanly changing menu
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