With Prince Harry and Meghan Markle slated to arrive in Australia in just under a week, it’s Royal fever all around – so to ensure the Duke and Duchess of Sussex are well-equipped for Meghan’s self-proclaimed ‘foodie’ ways, the dining experts at OpenTable have rounded up some of the most sought-after dining hotspots of former visiting Royals and celebrities alike, as well as Aussie eats that the duo must try on their Royal visit.
Porteno, Surry Hills
Georgia May Jagger, raves about this iconic Argentinian restaurant located in the heart of Surry Hills, claiming it is her favourite place to dine in Australia. Dine amongst the likes of Tobey Maguire, Slash, George Calombaris from Masterchef, and Good Charlotte’s Benji and Joel Madden, all of whom have been spotted enjoying some quality food and wine at Porteno. Must-try dishes include the wagyu beef, blood sausage and beef short rib.
Aria, Sydney
Aria is known for having one of the best views in Sydney. Celebrities such as Leonardo DiCaprio and Blake Lively have both been seen dining at this harbourside restaurant. With a long history of globally-renowned stars, you’ll be sure to rub shoulders with A-list celebrities while dining at Aria, and break bread over a premium four-course dining experience comprising of mud crab, pasture-fed beef and guinea fowl, to name a few.
Nobu, Melbourne
When in Melbourne, make sure to stop by Nobu to catch a glimpse of the world’s best tennis players enjoying a post-game bite around the time of the Australian Open. Roger Federer and Serena Williams have both been seen dining at this popular Japanese restaurant, where guests can enjoy the wide range of superb cocktails, sake, sushi and sashimi overlooking the stunning river views.
Sake, Sydney
If it’s good enough for Australia’s sweetheart, it’s good enough for us. Australia’s own Kylie Minogue has been spotted at Sake enjoying some sushi with Good Charlotte’s Joel Madden. With four private dining rooms, a communal banquet dining area, traditional Japanese sunken tables and a sushi bar sounding right up the Duke and Duchess’s alley.
Kepos & Co., Waterloo
Home grown Hollywood star Margot Robbie has recently been spotted at Kepos & Co. Located in the Casba development in Waterloo, Kepos & Co has a beautiful outlook to the gardens transporting you to another world. Chef and owner Michael Rantissi creates his menu based on Middle Eastern classics but with a modern approach.
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