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Best seafood restaurants
It's not just for religious reasons such as Lent and Good Friday that one seeks out a seafood restaurant, particularly one with a decent reputation. (Though let's face it, on Good Friday, choosing is far more about what's open as opposed to what's actually good.) No, seafood ticks off a bunch of boxes: it's romantic, it's healthy (other than that pesky cholesterol problem prawns unfortunately have) and above all else, it walks this fabulously fine line between laidback and glamorous. Good seafood restaurants are worth their weight in gold. Here's a few of our favourites.
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Pier Tasting Room
Rose Bay
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Perched on the water in Rose Bay with a sparkling view, this glossy eatery treats seafood with reverence, serving it on tasting plates designed to share.
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Fish Face
Darlinghurst
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Possibly the hippest fish and chip spot in Sydney, this tiny space is always packed with rowdy patrons enjoying great seafood in myriad combinations.
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Flying Fish
Pyrmont
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This stocky timber building has been transformed, with magical lighting and Harbour Bridge views. The menu is a triumph of mod-Oz seafood, such as the signature snapper curry.
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Esposito at Toofey's
Carlton
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Seasoned chef Maurice Esposito has taken over this Carlton favourite. He hasn't gone to town on it though, merely brushing up the decor and adding his signature exquisite Italian cuisine.
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Rockpool Bar and Grill
Southbank
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Neil Perry's gastronomic wonderland has a south-of-the-border sibling in this Southbank restaurant. While the Melbourne restaurant is equally upmarket, it differs from the Sydney original with woodfire-grilled meat and seafood.
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Sweetlips Leederville
Leederville
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This fish 'n' chippy offers a complete cash-back guarantee if unsatisfied. Choose from 12 varieties of fish fillets, all of which are prepared on premises.
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Tsunami
Mosman Park
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All techno-chic and self-effacing fun, this drop-dead cool sushi bar describes dishes on the menu with dry humour - some are classed 'not recommended'.
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Tim's Surf & Turf
Darwin
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Tucked away down a laneway, out of the city bustle, this restaurant's big, juicy steaks and fresh local seafood will pacify your appetite without denting your wallet.
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Pier Nine Oyster Bar & Seafood Grill
Brisbane
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This eatery bills itself as Australia's 'most awarded fish and chip shop' and with spectacular river views and a more-ish menu, this is no local chipper.
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Bistro C Beach Bar
Noosa Heads
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Stroll up from the sand and grab a table in Bistro C. The relaxed atmosphere, friendly staff and great seafood menu make this a wonderful way to end a summer day.
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The Grange Hotel
Grange
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The lengthy wine list contains a few older vintages, but all are fairly priced and do well to accompany the menu, which runs the gamut from bistro classics to more mod-Oz fare.
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Ruby Chinese
Dickson
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Feel like a late supper? Look no further than here at Ruby's. You can select your meal from one of the tanks if you wish, or you can select from the huge and sometimes daunting menu.
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Fish 349
North Hobart
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This casual restaurant offers simple and tasty seafood in a similarly minimal space. The menu features sushi and great fisherman's baskets, as well as daily seafood specials.
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