Sydney
Altitude
Located in the Shangri-La Hotel, on the 36th floor, the aptly named Altitude is one of Sydney’s most well-known restaurants. Renowned for its fantastic food and wine list, Altitude also has some of the best views in Sydney as it overlooks Sydney Harbour.
Glass
Glass is headed by influential restauranteur and chef Luke Mangan. Located just across from the Queen Victoria Building in central Sydney, breakfast at Glass is perfectly paired with a weekend away at the 5-star Hilton Sydney.
Dead Ringer
Dead Ringer in Surry Hills is one of the newest luxury brunch restaurants in Sydney. Chef Jamie Irving leads the brunch menu; he brings his training from many London’s top restaurants to this intimate Sydney café.
Melbourne
Melba Restaurant
Five star-hotel The Langham, Melbourne presents Melba Restaurant, one of Melbourne’s longest standing and well-known restaurants. Melba Restaurant is led by Executive Pastry Chef Markus Bohm, who brings experience from the USA and Germany to present a delicious range of sweet treats. His famous European-style chocolate cakes are not to be missed!
The European
The European is an intimate restaurant serving high-quality modern European dishes. They hand-make many of their meats and cheese using traditional techniques; their cheese ages in the underground caves next to the restaurant.
High Tea in Style by Cristina Re
Cristina Re presents High Tea in Style in partnership with Collins Kitchen and the Grand Hyatt Melbourne. Cristina Re is Australia’s leading designer of luxury teaware and glassware. Everything about this High Tea is grand, from the food to the serving plates and teacups.
Brisbane
Thyme2 Restaurant
Award-winning Thyme2 is one of the most popular breakfast spots in Brisbane. Dining at Thyme2 also offers stunning views of the city’s skyline and great outlines of mountain ranges in the distance.
Three Blue Ducks
Three Blue Ducks is one of Australia’s finest modern restaurants; they have a laid-back millennial vibe that they pair with high-quality locally sourced ingredients. One of their core values is being mindful of their food, so they strive not to waste anything; this makes their breakfasts innovative and new.
Harveys
Harveys Bar and Bistro prides itself on using local ingredients and the skills of Brisbane artisan suppliers. Their famous brunch menu cooked by chef and owner PJ McMillan. Located in Fortitude Valley in the heart of Brisbane, it is the perfect place to have brunch whilst holidaying in the warmer Queensland sun.
Perth
Atrium
Atrium is a luxury restaurant located in Crown Perth. They present a unique breakfast menu with an Asian twist. A weekend away in Perth would not be complete without experiencing breakfast at this award-winning restaurant. For those who rise late, they also offer a fantastic high tea.
Bread in Common
Bread in Common produces organic daily-baked bread as the star of their dishes; alongside their bread, they have a passion for fermenting, pickling and preserving seasonal food. With a focus on ethical food, they use responsibly sourced seafood and farming practices. For something a little more exclusive, you can book their private dining room, sitting up to 14 people.
Adelaide
Chianti
Chianti has been a staple in the Adelaide CBD for 36 years; they were one of the first restaurants in South Australia to be present with the Ospitalita Italiana for their authentic Italian cuisine. Though Chianti presents their brunch once a month, it is just too fantastic to not name on this list! Though if you can’t wait till the last Sunday of the month for their famous brunch, you could always book one of their private dining rooms.
PIPPO
PIPPO is a hot spot for luxury brunch in Adelaide. Their brunch menu is inspired by Korean cuisine, with highlights including the Tempura Fried Soft Shell Crab Buns and Spiced Tuna. Located a short walk away from the Adelaide Zoo, it is the perfect start to a day out.