Your feed might be sprawling with Aperol Spritzes on the Amalfi and sunset dinners in Santorini, but don’t let the Euro summer envy get you down. Now Book It has rounded up the best spots across Australia to get your holiday fix—no passport required.
From sun drenched courtyards to seafood feasts, these are the tables worth booking now. Because if you can’t be in Europe, you may as well eat and drink like you are!
1. Il Lido Italian Canteen – WA
The beachside vibes hit just right at Il Lido Italian Canteen. Get your slice of Italy on the coastline of Perth with hearty “cucina provera” pasta, freshly pulled coffee, and the Aperol spritz of your dreams. Long communal tables invite good conversation and even better company, perfect for sun soaked lunches or sunset dinners that stretch into the evening. And let’s not forget their floor to ceiling wine racks stocked with local and Italian drops adding to that Euro summer flair.
Location: 88 Marine Parade, Cottesloe WA 6011
Hours: Monday till Sunday 6.30am – 11.30pm
2. Lola – VIC
Jealous of those long lunches and aperitivo hours? Lola in Ballarat is your perfect antidote to those holiday blues. Tucked inside the Provincial Hotel, Lola’s warm tones, terrazzo floors, and relaxed vibes are guaranteed to transport you. The menu draws inspiration from the sunlit coasts of the Mediterranean with seasonal produce at its heart. You’ll find dishes like house made saffron tagliatelle, burrata with heirloom tomatoes and grilled octopus with lemon and olive oil. The drinks list keeps the holiday feeling going strong, featuring an impressive lineup of Euro style wines, spritzes, and negronis.
Whether you’re tucked into a cosy booth or in the courtyard, Lola delivers a European escape right in the heart of regional Victoria.
Location: 121 Lydiard Street Nth, Ballarat VIC 3350
Hours: Breakfast: Monday to Sunday 7.30am – 11am;
Lunch: Wednesday to Sunday 12pm – 2pm;
Dinner: Monday to Sunday 5.30pm – 10pm
3. Coriole Vineyards – SA
Coriole Vineyards in McLaren Vale is your golden ticket to Tuscany right here in Aus. Set in a restored 1860s ironstone farmhouse, the venue is all rustic elegance with stone walls, leafy courtyards, and rolling vineyard views that will make you forget where you are. Built for long lunches and golden hour drinks, with plenty of space for relaxed alfresco dining and private events under the gum trees. Their menu showcases fresh, seasonal produce sourced from local artisans and their own kitchen garden, offering a relaxed grazing style experience.
If you’re sipping on a crisp Fiano or a juicy Sangiovese, the combination of great wine, delicious food, and a Mediterranean inspired setting makes Coriole Vineyards the ultimate spot to soak up that European summer magic.
Location: Chaffeys Road, McLaren Vale SA 5171
Hours: Monday to Sunday 11am – 5pm
4. The Boat House – ACT
Tucked right on the edge of Lake Burley Griffin, The Boat House in Canberra brings serious European summer energy with a side of elegance. From the moment you walk in, it’s all about waterside views, crisp white tablecloths, and that golden afternoon light bouncing off the lake, very much giving lakeside long lunch in the south of France.
The restaurant’s seasonal menu is a star in its own right, with beautifully plated modern Australian dishes that change regularly and spotlight top tier local produce. Enjoy a slow, wine filled lunch or a sunset dinner with serious ambience. The Boat House nails that relaxed, refined vibe that makes dining feel like a holiday.
Location: Grevillea Park, Menindee Drive Barton, ACT 2600
Hours: Thursday 6pm – 8.30pm;
Friday to Saturday 12pm – 2pm & 6pm – 8.30pm;
Sunday 12pm – 2pm
5. Cardea – NSW
Cardea in Barangaroo is Sydney’s sultry speakeasy that brings all the holiday vibes you’re craving. Step inside and you’re greeted with plush red velvet booths, sparkling chandeliers, and an atmosphere that screams girls’ night out in Paris.
The menu is a global journey in itself, with dishes like Peruvian kingfish ceviche, Moroccan style swordfish, and shiitake dumplings that make you feel like you’re hopping between continents without leaving your seat. Add in expertly crafted cocktails like the Forget Me Not and Dorothy, and you’ve got a venue that nails that effortless, cosmopolitan charm.
Location: Tower 03 – Shop 2, 300 Barangaroo Ave, Barangaroo NSW 2000
Hours: Wednesday to Thursday 4pm – 10.30pm; Friday 4pm – 12am;
Saturday 5.30pm – 12am, Sunday 5.30pm – 10pm
6. Hadley’s Orient Hotel – TAS
Hadley’s Orient Hotel in Hobart is like your stylish time machine to old world Europe, with a Tasmanian twist. The venue boasts a classic fit out featuring rich velvet seating, polished dark wood, and vintage details that transport you to a Parisian salon or a grand London club. The intimate bar and dining room, complete with elegant antique details, set the perfect scene for lingering over expertly crafted cocktails and a menu that champions the best of local Tasmanian produce with European flair.
Hadley’s Orient Hotel captures that laid back, sophisticated summer energy, where crisp wines flow and plates of fresh, vibrant dishes are shared among friends.
Location: 34 Murray Street Hobart, TAS 7000
Hours: Daily from 4pm
If you’re a venue looking to fill your tables and bring that holiday magic to life, book a demo with Now Book It to see how we can help get customers through your door.
