Chef Stella Roditis.
14.5/20

It’s not all over Insta (yet),but this unpretentious city diner deserves your immediate attention

The small team at Clarence and V is all about minimum fuss and maximum flavour,says our critic.

  • David Matthews
Close to the water on the sheltered deck at Cptn Jack’s.

The secret’s out about seaside shack Cptn Jack’s (and its ‘extraordinary’ locals’ deal)

Dani Valent discovers a delightful waterfront hideaway at a little-known Mornington Peninsula boat harbour.

  • Dani Valent
The unmissable yia yia’s potatoes.

Don’t miss the zingy lemon potatoes – and rat-a-tat energy – at this generous Newtown cafe

Oven-warm pita sandwiches and Greek-Cypriot bowls are all under $20 at Myra’s Kitchen on King Street.

  • Lee Tran Lam
The dining room at Bessie’s.

Bessie’s

Fire-powered Mediterranean restaurant with a standout side bar.

  • Erina Starkey
Baba’s Place is a vibe,even at 9:30pm at night.
Good Food hat15/20

How this converted warehouse became Sydney’s most trailblazing restaurant

The Good Food Guide’s inaugural Bill Granger Trailblazer winner is redefining its “suburban cuisine”.

  • Callan Boys
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Bodrum’s Adana kebab is served on pilaf.

Bodrum

Relaxed taverna for flavour-packed comfort food.

Carlotta in Canberra.
Good Food hat15/20

This high-energy restaurant from a star Melbourne group has Canberra talking

Melbourne’s Lucas Restaurants group’s first Canberra venture,Carlotta,has pulled out all the stops,with a talented chef,wood-fired oven and house-made pasta.

  • Terry Durack
Clarence River baby octopus skewers.
Critics'Pick

St Siandra

Sun,seafood and spritzes on the eastern shores of the Spit.

Whole fish with salmoriglio and shaved fennel.
Good Food hat15/20

Saint George

Party up the front,elegance in the back.

The menu is inspired by southern France and northern Italy.
Critics'Pick

Boomtown Cellar Bar

History-steeped space where wine is made and small plates rule.