Diners' Choice: Most Booked restaurants in New South Wales

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Updated March 05, 2025

Looking for the most booked restaurants in New South Wales? You’re in the right place. Each month, OpenTable analyzes nearly 500,000 new global diner reviews from the past month. We sort the results by location to help you discover new favorite restaurants. It's a great partnership: you reserve, eat, and review. We listen...and deliver the results for all to benefit. Enjoy!

Merimbula RSL Club

4.6

4.6 (470)

$41 to $100

Modern Australian

Merimbula

About the restaurant

Merimbula RSL Club is in the heart of beautiful coastal region known as the NSW Sapphire Coast. We are a relaxed family friendly club with stunning views over the lake and ocean. With an excellent rating on TripAdvisor our club has something for everyone including a restaurant, cafe, sports bar, bottleshop and free live entertainment. We’re friendly, we’re fun and we are one big family. The Merimbula RSL truly offers ‘something for everyone’!

Top review

Graeme

Dined on Mar 3, 2025

We had a very nice Thai meal and appreciated the prompt courteous attention of the staff.

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Outback Steakhouse - Wollongong

4.1

4.1 (988)

$40 and under

American

Wollongong

About the restaurant

We are a contemporary, casual dining steakhouse restaurant beloved worldwide. Currently with 6 restaurants in NSW and 2 in Queensland. We pride ourselves on serving up variety; our unbeatable steak cuts are complemented by delicious choices of chicken, ribs, seafood, and pasta at a price for everyone. Our strategy? We’re the leader of the pack by emphasizing consistently high quality delicious food delivering a warm, welcoming environment.

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Rachel

Dined on Feb 22, 2025

Amazing as aalways! Food is amazing! Staff Amazing!

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Popular dish

Tomahawk

BEACHSIDE BISTRO

4.0

4 (1507)

$40 and under

Australian

Mollymook Beach

About the restaurant

Located right on Mollymook Beach, overlooking breathtaking coastal views, The Beachside Bistro is the ideal dining experience. Combining casual friendliness with comfortable surroundings, stunning views and affordable Mollymook dining. The Beachside Bistro offers guests the opportunity to feast on the terrace or behind huge windows with incredible views of ocean. The menu blends an exciting mix of Australasian flavours with influences from the Mediterranean; The Beachside Bistro offers delicious pastas, tender steaks and the best Australian seafood.

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Jeanine

Dined 1 day ago

Mollymook Golf Club has spectacular views and is a great place to visit, but unfortunately the food in the bistro needs attention, in my opinion. The menu rarely changes. I've visited sporadically over the last few years and the menu is always the same. Food was luke warm, was a bit dry and needed lots of sauce/jus to make it appetising. The meals are a good size. The menu needs a greater variety of new meals with more contemporary flavours. I'll keep visiting, but only for the view, as this is what sets MGC apart from the other clubs nearby.

Moama Bowling Club

4.4

4.4 (595)

$40 and under

Modern Australian

Moama

About the restaurant

The guarantee of great quality food, excellent service and affordable prices set against a stunning dining backdrop ensures our satisfied guests return to Moama Bowling Club time and time again. Set in contemporary and stylish surrounds, The Bistro is an excellent choice for dining. We offer a wide variety of traditional favourites as well as a selection of mouth-watering specialties including steaks, seafood, pasta and risotto. Open seven days a week and with capacity to seat 320 guests, The Bistro is a warm, friendly and vibrant gathering space that fosters laughter, conversation and connection through the gift of sharing a meal. Whether you’re celebrating with family and friends or entertaining work colleagues and clients, our expertly-trained staff will ensure your dining experience is a memorable one.

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Erin

Dined 6 days ago

What a great club the the moama bowling club is especially the way they look agtrr the kids with the colouring books will definitely be back meals where great

Whalebone Wharf

4.6

4.6 (3221)

$41 to $100

Seafood

Port Macquarie

About the restaurant

THE WHALEBONE WHARF IS A NO FUSS, CASUAL AUSTRALIAN FISH EATERY

Our mission is to source the region’s best seafood and seasonal produce by partnering with like-minded suppliers.

Our commitment to locality and our selection of produce flows into everything we offer; from Hastings River Oysters to Urban Grain bread and pastries.

We aim to showcase these ingredients by preparing them carefully and serving them simply.

The Whalebone is a place for friends and family to enjoy local, honest food and wine in a relaxed atmosphere, with a world class view.

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Sarah

Dined 1 day ago

Beautiful venue, friendly staff and delicious food !

The Mez Club

4.6

4.6 (852)

$41 to $100

Mediterranean

Byron Bay

About the restaurant

Inspired by Moroccan architecture and the Greek Islands, The Mez Club opened its doors in September 2016 and is renowned for its beautiful styling and feel good vibe. The Mez Club was designed to offer locals and tourists alike a beautiful and feel good meeting place which has a flexible menu, that works for both grazing and dining. The upstairs space known as The Souk has been designed specifically to care for parties and group events. We welcome you and your friends to join us in enjoying our restaurant and of course, beautiful Byron Bay.

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Ray

Dined 7 days ago

Great venue , food was fantastic with a great host and table staff . My wife and I had 2 enter share plates , the prawns and halloumi , followed my the main lamb dish which was just perfect with roasted carrots as a side dish . For desert we shared the baklava . Enjoyed dinner so much we plan to be back before we leave Byron as there are other dishes we want to try . Definitely worth a visit .

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The Union Bank Orange

4.6

4.6 (1143)

$41 to $100

Australian

Orange

About the restaurant

The Union Bank—affectionately known as "The UB" to locals—is a unique dining destination in the heart of Orange. With its rich heritage charm, it offers a variety of spaces to explore and enjoy.

At the Schoolhouse Restaurant, our flagship dining space, we take all bookings. If you prefer a more relaxed vibe, our stunning courtyard connects all areas and offers the perfect casual setting. While we don’t take bookings for the courtyard, you’re welcome to request it in your booking notes, and if the weather cooperates, we’ll be happy to seat you outside!

For group dining, The UB offers several private spaces, ideal for gatherings of 8 to 40 people. Whether you're hosting a business meeting or celebrating a special occasion, we have the perfect setting for you.

No matter the event, The UB has you covered!

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Carola

Dined 1 day ago

Such a wonderful place. Generous portions of delicious food. Super friendly staff and great service. I sat outside in the courtyard which was wonderfully atmospheric.

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Experience

UB EXPRESS

South Sailor

4.7

4.7 (1177)

$41 to $100

Seafood

Thirroul

About the restaurant

With a love for casual, fresh seafood, South Sailor offers lunch, dinner and a wine & cocktail we just know you'll love! Just 150 metres from Thirroul Beach, South Sailor is a fitting spot to settle back after a day on the sand and surf.

Expect to find a contemporary seafood focussed menu with the very best that the South Coast and Australia has to offer. The menu is a combination of classic chip-shop fare and more worldly seafood flavours with an in-house Sushi & Poké Bar. The kitchen, lead by Executive Chef Graham Ette, prepares delicious seafood plates cooked to order, designed to share.

With indoor & outdoor seating, a licensed bar and kids beach cubby, gather the family for a relaxed weekend lunch or head in with friends for an evening of drinks and a shared feast. South Sailor is the perfect locale for those wanting to enjoy the Coal Coast vibe and warm welcome.

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Graham

Dined 4 days ago

We had another very special lunch down at South Sailor in Thirroul ! It really is a unique venue… an Asian/Japanese influence making fish and chips with a difference…and a sophisticated difference too! If you want champagne and caviar to start, then this is the right place. Service and quality also match the delivery of each plate. It really is a restaurant that “foodies” would seek out! Thank you! We shall be back! Graham

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Popular dish

Baja Fish Tacos

Popular dish

South Sailor Fish Tacos

Experience

The Friday Lunch Club

Amalfi Restaurant and Bar Pearl Beach

4.5

4.5 (125)

$40 and under

Italian

Pearl Beach

About the restaurant

Stroll from the pearly white sands of Pearl Beach to Amalfi. We are the Central Coast’s newest absolute beach front lunch and dinner destination, bringing together delicious modern Italian food and drinks to be shared in great company. Nestled on the beach front of famous Pearl Beach, we aim to give you the ultimate “la dolce vita“ experience.

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OpenTable Diner

Dined 6 days ago

We had a fantastic experience at Amalfi! Beautiful food, attentive waiters and great location.

Valentina

4.8

4.8 (876)

$41 to $100

Australian

Merimbula

About the restaurant

Valentina serves up a one of a kind dining experience of over the picturesque surrounds of Merimbula lake.
Now more than ever, Valentina values the feeling of being transported. The space has been curated to satisfy all of your Mediterranean beach holiday cravings.
Floor to ceiling glass takes you outside, and the coastal produce of the lake comes inside onto your plate.
Valentina’s dishes are designed to be shared with friends and family, served one after the other from the kitchen while diners lounge comfortably on abundant soft furnishings.
Everything about Valentina’s lulls you into a sweet long lunch holiday vibe.

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Greta

Dined 3 days ago

Great service. Food was very good we enjoyed everything we ordered. Highly recommend this restaurant for a enjoyable dinner

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Experience

$90pp Set Menu (7+guests Large group booking)

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