Diners' Choice: Innovative restaurants in New South Wales

OpenTable

Updated October 05, 2024

Looking for the best restaurants that are fit for foodies in New South Wales? You’re in the right place. Each month, OpenTable analyzes nearly 2 million global diner reviews from the past four months. We sort the results by location and category to help you discover new favorite restaurants. It's a great partnership: you reserve, eat, and review. We listen...and deliver the results for all to benefit. Enjoy!

No Bones Byron Bay

4.8

4.8 (1230)

$41 to $100

Vegan

Byron Bay

About the restaurant

No Bones is the brainchild of Tahlia, Yasmina and Laurie. In an attempt to change the way we think about what we put in our mouths, we opened our doors in April 2018 with a vision of bringing meat eaters and vegans together over good plant-based food. With each passing year, No Bones has evolved, driven by the determination to do better for both our community and the environment.

We are part of a plant-based movement and invite you to join us on our expedition to save the Earth one Brussels sprout at a time.

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Top review

Sofía

Dined 7 days ago

The food is incredible! We love coming to this restaurant for seven years now, and it is still our favourite in terms of atmosphere, service, happiest people you will meet and of course the menu. Every visit becomes better than the other. One hundred percent recommend it to anyone who is visiting, passing through or living in Byron Bay, we only hope one day they open another location in Sydney :) Cheers, Sofia and Zach

Larrys's Pizzeria and Cocktail Bar

4.8

4.8 (63)

$40 and under

Italian

Broadway

About the restaurant

LARRY’S PIZZERIA
home of the Happy as Larry Pizza Truck
A new pizzeria/ cocktail bar coming to Botany

Top review

ChristinaF

Dined 1 day ago

One of my local favorites. I’m definitely a regular, introducing friend and family all the time.

Junction Moama

4.7

4.7 (849)

$41 to $100

Modern Australian

Moama

About the restaurant

Junction is located on the stunning Murray River in the picturesque Echuca Moama tourist district. It's the ultimate escape- the perfect spot to enjoy sensational food, wine, cocktails and craft beer that showcases everything the region has to offer in a single, sophisticated setting.

Junction is an over 18 venue at all times with no exceptions - this includes newborns/infants.

Top review

Jenny

Dined today

We come up from Melbourne at least every couple of months and have done for years every time we are here in Moama we make a point of going to the Junction absolutely love the food the service and being able to sit and look at the garden and water features outside makes for a very pleasant and peaceful lunch thank you again junction

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Glasshouse

4.7

4.7 (1627)

$41 to $100

Modern Australian

Timbumburi

About the restaurant

Led by Head Chef Jarrod Smith, Glasshouse is proud to serve a variety of expertly prepared, locally sourced dishes, in a phenomenal venue.
Goonoo Goonoo Station is undoubtedly the New England regions finest destination for accommodation, dining, and events.

Please note:
At Glasshouse, we have seatings options for groups from 2 - 50 people.
If your desired time is does not show, unfortunately that time is not available.

Top review

Heath

Dined 3 days ago

The Glasshouse is truly a unique, heritage infused and stunning rural aspect achievement. The architecture, the restaurant design, layout, fit out and decor awe-inspiring. The service was good and the food nice. We'll be back, something just didn't click with our dining experience...the food was nice. Our experience at the Glasshouse was to fine dine, experience something memorable and if possible exceptional. I guarantee my review is in contrast to many 5-star reviews from others. We can only shared how we felt on this occasion. I hope we get the chance to experience the Glasshouse again, we truly do.

Bar Monti

4.7

4.7 (200)

$41 to $100

Italian

Merimbula

About the restaurant

Casual Italian eatery down the laneway, 6/11 Merimbula Drive, Merimbula NSW.

Monti’s menu is seasonal with a focus on fresh pasta. We aim to use the best local and Australian produce to reinterpret Italian classics.

We offer a modern approach to an authentic Italian dining experience- a space for family and friends, tasty food, fine wine and good times.

Top review

Liora

Dined 5 days ago

This was our 4th visit to Bar Monti and it didn’t disappoint. The service is friendly and efficient and the food is consistently delicious. We will continue to eat at this lovely restaurant each time we visit Merimbula.

The Yard Brewery and Smokehouse

4.5

4.5 (321)

$40 and under

Brewery

Morisset

About the restaurant

The Yard Brewery and Smokehouse, home to Yard Kings Brewing Co.
Visit our tap house bar in Morisset, serving dangerously drinkable craft beers and low 'n' slow cooked meats from our onsite smokehouse. Meat taster plates, loaded fries, nachos, smoked kransky dog and brisket burgers are just a few highlights from our mouth-watering menu.
Kick-back and enjoy the relaxed vibe with live music every weekend.
Looking for somewhere intimate and cosy to hang out? Venture upstairs to our adults-only area "The Deck", enjoy our range of brews and cocktails in comfy chairs with a view of over the brewery below.
Walk-ins are welcome and encouraged, so if your desired date appears 'booked out'. Don't be discouraged. Only half of tables are available to book in advance.

Top review

Callan

Dined on Oct 3, 2024

Great little spot. Excellent service and the food was amazing. Great size and flavour. Will definitely be back.

Dungowan Brewery

4.5

4.5 (104)

$41 to $100

Australian

Dungowan

About the restaurant

Dungowan Brewery is located in the Woolshed of Dungowan Station which is a working sheep and cattle farm, in the beautiful Dungowan Valley. Established in 1834, it exudes historic charm while offering modern casual dining. Nestled amongst whistling trees, water holes and the sounds of singing wildlife, the beauty and serenity are truly unique.

Top review

Kel

Dined on Sep 28, 2024

What a beautiful place! The staff and the meals were fantastic, wel will definitely be back 😊

Umi-Ko Izakaya

4.5

4.5 (50)

$41 to $100

Japanese

Merimbula

About the restaurant

Japanese izakaya in the heart of Merimbula- 56 Market Street, Merimbula

Top review

Liora

Dined 3 days ago

Delicious food and great service with a lovely vibe. It was so good we ate there twice during our 5 day stay in Merimbula. We will be back! Best dish was the Tempura tuna with nori and ponzu, yum!

Devil's Hollow Brewery

4.4

4.4 (769)

$40 and under

Australian

Dubbo

About the restaurant

Where good people meet great beer!

Devil’s Hollow Brewery is a Dubbo based craft brewery, pub and hospitality venue. We offer a core range of beer styles on tap and brew seasonal beers that suits our local market taste. Each month we host a tour and tastings event where you come on a guided tour of our brewery, learn how beer is made, and explore the stories behind our beers.
Our brewery has three simple mantras;
Wow! with our atmosphere
Wow! with our product
Wow! with our service.

We have something for everyone at the brewery -whether you're needing to kick-start your morning with a coffee, to filling your belly with scrumptious food or just wanting to enjoy a cold brew..... then look no further!
We hope to see you soon.

Top review

Janet

Dined on Oct 1, 2024

Loved the food, great drink selection, would recommend to everyone.

Duck in Heaven

4.4

4.4 (55)

$41 to $100

Asian

Bulli

About the restaurant

Cooking up delectable, mouth watering morsels of Char Siu pork & BBQ duck. Think Peking duck pancakes and pork bao. Fresh. Simple. Satisfying & Fun.

Top review

Jeff

Dined 2 days ago

Delicious food served delightfully. We had the degustation menu with a bottle of Pinot Grigio. Our server claimed that the wines had all been selected to perfectly complement the food. She was right !

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