Make your date night unforgettable this Restaurant Month by indulging in some of the city's most tempting menus.
Whether you're aiming to impress on a first date, marking a special occasion, or simply enjoying a mid-week escape together, these handpicked dining experiences are designed to set the perfect tone. And yes — some come with stunning views too. With dishes this delicious, trust us: this is the night to skip the home cooking and let the experts take over. Don’t try this at home, try it at Restaurant Month.
Gemmi | $45 for a three course lunch or dinner
Planning a romantic dinner with delicious plates and the perfect atmosphere? Gemmi sets the scene with irresistible dishes like raw spicy tuna, scampi bucatini in a rich prawn and rich bisque, or creamy chicken pesto penne. Finish with a classic tiramisu — and for just $20 per person, elevate the evening with a curated wine pairing that brings every bite to life. Click here for more details.
Trivet | $55 for a two course sharing style lunch
Newly opened Trivet is ready to impress this Restaurant Month with a menu that’s both refined and full of flavour. Start with housemade flatbread with coconut butter, Kaipara trevally sashimi, or green-lipped mussels. For mains, choose between market fish served with Sichuan bisque, garlic chive and radish, or tender lamb belly paired with gochujang, cauliflower, and rhubarb. A refreshing side of rocket, pear, parmesan, and Cabernet Sauvignon vinaigrette rounds out the experience. Click here for more details.
Esther | $69 for a three course sharing style lunch or dinner
Esther offers a dreamy backdrop for a romantic evening, with Mediterranean-inspired dishes, warm hospitality, and stunning Viaduct Harbour views. Start with garlic rosemary pizzetta and kingfish crudo, followed by pork and veal meatballs or fresh pea and mint bruschetta. For mains, indulge in ossobuco alla Milanese with saffron risotto and a crisp rocket, pear, and parmesan salad. Finish with hazelnut semifreddo topped with salted caramel popcorn. Click here for more details.
Dinner with a view
1947 Eatery | $69 for a four course dinner
Dreaming of an Indian escape? Let 1947 Eatery transport you with vibrant flavours, bold spices, and a menu that feels like a journey through the streets of India. Enjoy a full culinary experience with a starter, entrée, main, and dessert — featuring standout dishes like Bhel on Puri, Smoked Navabi Murg, slow-cooked goat curry, and a chef’s choice dessert to end your evening with a touch of indulgence. Click herefor more details.
Harbourside Ocean Bar Grill | $65 for a three course lunch or dinner
Harbourside’s luxe three-course menu is a must-try this month, offering refined cuisine in a stunning waterfront setting for just $65. Highlights include crispy squid with sriracha mayo, goat’s cheese tortellini, pan-fried market fish, and grass-fed Savannah eye fillet. And no romantic date is complete without dessert — enjoy a silky crème brûlée paired with Granny Smith apple sorbet and a touch of sorrel jus. Click herefor more details.
The Grill | $89 for a three course dinner
If stunning city centre views are your idea of the perfect date night, The Grill delivers with elegance. Their Restaurant Month menu is designed to impress, featuring twice-baked cheese soufflé, rump tartare, fish of the day, and Southern Stations Wagyu served with beef fat chips and garlic aioli. End your evening with a beautifully balanced rhubarb pavlova, mascarpone, and vanilla — a sweet finale to remember. Click here for more details.
Ima Cuisine | $65 for a three course sharing style dinner
This is a restaurant worth visiting year-round, but August gives you the perfect excuse to finally make it happen. Begin with a vibrant mezze platter, then choose from slow-braised lamb shoulder, fragrant two-way cooked chicken, or oven-baked senniyeh with vegan koftas. And don’t skip dessert — with options like hot cross bun pudding, black Doris plum crumble, or an Arabic sweets platter, you’ll want to share bites with your date to taste them all. Click here for more details.
Tanuki Japanese Restaurant | $55 for a three course dinner
If you and your date are craving authentic Japanese cuisine, look no further than Tanuki — a hidden gem perfect for a Restaurant Month rendezvous. Step through the traditional sliding door and into the warm, inviting atmosphere of a true Japanese sake bar. Begin your culinary journey with delicate bluefin tartare and yuzu, followed by scallop and prosciutto medallions in a rich swimmer crab sauce, and finish with pan-roasted chicken thigh served over a Japanese mushroom medley and scallion potato mash. Click here for more details.
Bistro Saine | $65 for a three course dinner
This French-inspire bistro sets the mood for an intimate and memorable date night. Begin with house sourdough and brandy butter, paired with a delicate chicken liver parfait and pork rillettes baguette. For mains, choose from Steak Frites Béarnaise, roast Bostock chicken, or a comforting butterbean cassoulet with celeriac — and finish with a beautifully crafted choux au craquelin filled with hazelnut cream. Click here for more details.
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