Mussels in white wine demand hot-buttered bread and a glass of something cold.

Hope and Anchor,Paddington

Why the world needs more pubs like Paddington's Hope and Anchor.

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Montrachet restaurant,Paddington.
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Montrachet

A little Left Bank in the suburbs

House-made linguine with Mooloolaba prawns.
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Darling&Co

This newcomer pitches somewhere between posh pub and bistro fare,with a democratic,please-all approach.

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Kale,fig and maple-glazed pecan salad with pomegranate dressing.

Paleo Cafe

This franchise is the health-food cafe re-imagined for the new millennium.

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Il Locale's vitello tonnato,poached veal with potato and tuna fritters.
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Il Locale

With a menu based on trattoria-style comfort food staples,there's much appeal but few surprises.

  • Natascha Mirosch
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