Hamed Allahyari at his new Persian kebab shop,Kababi.

Track down this new Persian kabab spot tucked among mechanics and warehouses

The creator of one of the west’s most groundbreaking cafes has opened another heartfelt venue. To find it,just follow your nose.

  • Emma Breheny
Exotic rose,Alphonso mango and tutti frutti ice-cream.

This sweet and spicy spot sells 32 Indian-inspired ice-cream flavours

Parramatta’s coolest hot spot Icy Spicy offers a tempting all-vegetarian menu,from chilli ice-cream to fried beetroot momo.

  • Lee Tran Lam
Riverside bar Marmont evokes the sunshine and glamour of Los Angeles.

These two new venues have made Crown that one thing it’s never really been before – cool

There’s an Indian diner and sports bar with butter chicken and cricket on the TV. Plus a riverside bar with Cali vibes and tequila cocktails.

  • Tomas Telegramma
Neptune’s Grotto.
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Terry Durack saves one of the year’s best openings until last for his final review

The Clam Bar team’s new Italian diner is a nostalgic party serving a fresh remix of Italian dishes. And it makes a fittingly fabulous venue for Terry Durack’s last review.

  • Terry Durack
Maison Bâtard’s rooftop terrace.

These newly opened bars are perfect for low-fuss catch-ups this Christmas

Nail the group get-together with these five easygoing yet elegant bars,from an Amalfi-inspired rooftop in the ’burbs to a slinky underground spot.

  • Emma Breheny
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Babaji’s Kerala Kitchen in Belgrave.

Babaji’s Kerala Kitchen

A welcoming slice of southern India in the Dandenong Ranges.

Red velvet seats and timber panelling has helped transform a onetime bike shop into a rococo bordello.
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‘Glammed-up bordello appeal’:Peek inside the southside bar where photos aren’t allowed

Come for the stellar French wine list and stay for the snacks at this exciting update to one of the city’s best-loved bistros.

  • Besha Rodell
Inside Island Radio.

Island Radio

High-energy spot for South-East Asian fare.

  • Erina Starkey
Snacks from New Quarter’s all-you-can-eat non-stop noodle menu.

New Quarter

Youthful fusion right at home on a willing stretch of Swan Street.

The firelit dining space of Neighbourhood Wine.

Neighbourhood Wine

Fireside wines and character to spare.