The Top 10 Restaurants around Australia for Friendsmas 2024

Sitting on the bank of the River Torrens in North Adelaide is one of our favourite waterfront restaurants, River Torrens Café. This floating pavilion not only has some of the best water and city views, but the food served is simply sensational. With a heavy focus on Mediterranean cuisine, highlights include the House Made Focaccia, the Sizzling Spanish-Style Garlic Prawns, the Pan Roasted Pork Fillet, Crab Linguini and the Passionfruit Semifreddo to finish. One of the best restaurants for your 2024 friendsmas, check their website for more information on set menus and their private dining room.

Sitting on the shoreline of the Molonglo River is one of our favourite waterfront restaurants in Canberra, The Boat House. Self described as fine dining lakeside, The Boat House delivers exactly that. Inside, everything from the atmosphere to the vibe is cosy and warming, with the real highlight being the undisputed views. As for the food, The Boat House focuses on a modern Australian menu which is changed daily to reflect seasonal availability. With set courses only, The Boat House is open for lunch Friday to Sunday, and dinner Thursday to Saturday.

Overlooking directly out to Stokes Hill Wharf and the harbour, Wharf One Food & Wine is our favourite waterfront dining destination in Darwin. With the base of local seasonal produce, Wharf One then uses wood grill cooking to serve up a sensational array of Australian dishes like Rice Wine Pickled Scallops, Boneless Chicken Maryland with Asian slaw, BBQ Beef Brisket and, our top pick, Crispy Skin Humpty Doo Barramundi Fillet with lemon myrtle puree. Open Monday to Sunday, be sure to book ahead to save your spot!

If you’re looking for a spectacular dining experience – from the food to the drink, sights and service – look no further than Aloft. First and foremost, Aloft can be found on the top floor of Brooke Street Pier, meaning you’ll have nothing but undisturbed waterfront views. Next, on to the food, the menu is an honest reflection of local and seasonal produce with current offerings such as the Wallaby Koshu, Scallop Cucumber and Koji Pork sparking our interest. A definite must visit!

Found on the shoreline of Elizabeath Quay is one of the best steakhouses in Perth, 6HEAD. With a sister venue in Sydney, 6HEAD Perth is equally delectable thanks to its quality ingredients, culinary techniques and their impressive selection of international and Australian wines. With views of the Swan River, if you’re looking to host your 2024 friendsmas festivities here we recommend you opt for one of their three set menus starting from $149 per person. Be sure to also ask your waiter for the paired wine option too!