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Doyles on the Beach in Watsons Bay, Sydney (see p507)
restaurants also identify gluten- Tap water is safe, though many options for coffee and cake.
free items on the menu. In restaurants offer relatively In international cuisine, there
the event of special dietary expensive still and sparking are Italian classics such as pizza
requirements, it is best to call bottled water. It is illegal for and pasta, Chinese banquets
the restaurant in advance, restaurants to charge for tap of meat or seafood with rice or
especially in rural areas. water, but feel free to request noodles, and Japanese-style
it. Fresh fruit juices and Italian- sushi to choose from. Some
style coffee are also very top-end restaurants offer
popular (see pp502–3). degustation or tasting menus –
a succession of tiny, delicious
courses. Other culinary trends
Dress are afternoon tea – a selection
The phrase “smart casual” sums of savouries and cakes or scones,
up the Australian approach to served with speciality tea or coffee
eating out. Dress codes are and “share plates’” designed
virtually non-existent, although for diners to share a variety
a handful of the more up- of dishes.
market restaurants may ask men Restaurants which
to wear a tie in the evenings. are labelled as “DK Choice”
Most places, including are distinctive and highly
beachside cafés, are relaxed acclaimed options. Many of these
and informal, but it is best to are award-winning, special-
cover up swimwear. occasion restaurants that offer
something truly unique.
Ravesi’s on Bondi Beach, one of many great Smoking
eateries at the famous beach (see p507)
Smoking is banned inside all
Alcohol and Other Drinks restaurants, cafés and pubs,
If a restaurant is described as but it is permitted in limited
licensed, it refers to its licence designated outside areas.
to sell alcohol on its premises.
Australian wine lists are
outstanding and generally Recommended
Restaurants
highlight the wines of the
particular state or district (see The restaurants recommended
pp40–41). Wine is sold by the on the following pages are
bottle, carafe or glass. There is among the best in their
usually a good choice of beers, categories, whether serving
ales, ciders and spirits as well. haute cuisine or pub meals.
BYO restaurants, which are not The list includes a range of
licensed to sell alcohol, are eateries that offer everything
extremely popular. These offer from Modern Australian dishes,
diners the opportunity to bring such as fresh fish with Oriental
the wines they wish to drink with spices, to pub classics, such
their meal. Beer, however, may as pies and burgers (more
not be permitted. A corkage fee popularly known as counter Stunning views of the Opera House from
is usually charged. meals), as well as excellent the Dining Room, Sydney (see p504)