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Your guide to Christmas Day dining in ³Ô¹ÏÍø

Before you know it, the big day will be here. Discover the best ³Ô¹ÏÍø restaurants open for lunch and dinner on Christmas Day 2025.

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The best restaurants for group dining in ³Ô¹ÏÍø

Catch up with friends at these group-friendly local venues.

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The ultimate guide to bottomless dining in ³Ô¹ÏÍø

Eat and drink your heart out with unlimited brunches, lunches and cocktails.

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³Ô¹ÏÍø’s best old-school pubs and bars

Sip your way back in time and soak in the atmosphere at these historic establishments.

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³Ô¹ÏÍø’s best dinners under $20

Find ³Ô¹ÏÍø's best cheap eats and pub deals for your next dinner out.

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The best new restaurants in ³Ô¹ÏÍø

Find ³Ô¹ÏÍø's best new spots for drinking, dining and all-round good times.

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Where to find the best Korean BBQ in ³Ô¹ÏÍø

Feast on the best flame-grilled pork belly and bulgogi with friends and family.

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³Ô¹ÏÍø's best rooftop bars

Schedule in a rooftop sesh at Morris House, Good Heavens, Fable, Ocean 12 and more.

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³Ô¹ÏÍø's best old-school diners

Craving a slice of nostalgia? Kick it oldschool at these classic diners and retro eateries. 

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Things you can only eat in the city

Where to find the city's most iconic dishes.

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³Ô¹ÏÍø's most iconic restaurants

Book in an unforgettable night out at some of ³Ô¹ÏÍø's best restaurants.

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The best Thai restaurants in ³Ô¹ÏÍø

Pick up more than pad thai with this ultimate guide.

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Interior of Central Club Hotel showing curved art-deco bar, soft lighting and patrons eating and drinking at high bench tables and the bar area.

Central Club Hotel

Great craft beer and delicious market-to-table food, opposite the Queen Victoria Market.

People seated outside drinking and eating in the late afternoon sun, at St Andrews Beach Brewery at ³Ô¹ÏÍø Park.

St Andrews Beach Brewery

Located in ³Ô¹ÏÍø Park, with indoor and outdoor dining, and a diverse family-friendly menu.

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Naughtons Hotel

Historic pub providing warm hospitality, quality drinks and farm-to-table dining.

Interior of The General Assembly, a busy bar with a large light feature.

The General Assembly

Bar and restaurant with live acoustic music, street art and a simple, delicious menu.