THE SOUTHERN HIGHLANDS FOOD + DINING GUIDE
CAFES + BREAKFAST
The Highlands Merchant
We are lucky to have this excellent cafe right next door to our Moss Vale Store.
Fresh, innovative menu, gorgeous light-filled space. Owner run, friendly staff. Perfect for dine in or takeaway.
Location: Moss Vale
The Press Shop
Adore the Interior, and the exquisite Stationery. This the perfect space to browse while you wait for your coffee.
Location: Bowral
Moonacres Kitchen
Healthy, farm grown produce.
Couldn't be fresher. Lovely spacious cafe.
Location: Robertson
Exeter General Store
Exactly what you would hope for in a country cafe. Lovely atmosphere, good coffee, local produce and sunny courtyard right in the heart of delightful Exeter Village.
Location: Exeter
The Post Office Cafe
An absolute favourite.
Friendly owners and team, beautifully decorated with fabulous attention to detail in all areas. Private room available for small functions.
Location: Moss Vale
Il Pranzo Cafe
A welcoming and inviting environment with the the absolute best vegetarian breakfast we've had, along with all the classics! Be sure to try the delicious cheesecake too!
Location: Moss Vale
The Hospital Shop
A hidden gem. This old weatherboard house with sunny deck offers delicious breakfasts, lunches, cakes and consistently good coffee.
Location: Bowral
The What If Society
The What If Society is a food focused, zero waste cooperative in the Southern Highlands NSW. Bringing you the regions best produce.
Location: Burrawang
Harry's on Green Lane
We have had some fabulous dinners at Harry's, soaking up the British Colonial interiors, open fire and greenery. The wine list is expansive and the concise menu offers classic provincial cuisine.
Location: Bowral
Lunch & Dinner
Up-market and Fine Dining
Horden's at Milton Park
Historic country house hotel with established gardens and a mix of dining options with a French flavour.
Location: Bowral
Eschalot Restaurant
Housed within a 1800's stone cottage in the quaint Village of Berrima, the elegant decor and modern Australian menu creates a romantic atmosphere for that special lunch or dinner.
Location: Berrima
The Loch Tasting Room
The Loch tasting room showcases a paddock to plate menu, which changes fortnightly.
Location: Berrima
Mount Ashby Estate
We had the most wonderful S.A.H Staff dinner at Mount Ashby Estate last year.
For winter months the open fire and view over the countryside is an ideal Sunday long lunch venue. Can't wait to return!
Location: Moss Vale
Bistro Sociale
Every time I dine here I feel like I've arrived at Ralph Lauren's country home!
The fabulous bar with an open fire and broad gin menu is complimented by the spacious and nicely decorated dining room.
Location: Bowral
Toshi's Japanese Restaurant
Fresh, flavoursome menu, authentic Japanese cuisine. Unique dining option of Japanese seating or Western seating. Excellent Vegetarian options and good service.
Location: Mittagong
Lunch & Dinner
Casual and Family Friendly
Home No.9 Thai
Innovative Thai menu with lots of choice for both meat eaters and vegetarians. Super fresh, lovely atmosphere and welcoming owners. Takeaway available.
Location: Bowral
Leila's at the Grand
Lovely atmosphere with delicious, healthy mezze plates and authentic, traditional Lebanese cuisine. A true gem in the Southern Highlands!
Location: Bowral
Caffe Rosso
Passionate about Italian produce and wine, Sebastian has created a casual, family friendly and atmospheric dining room.
Location: Bowral
Spring of Life Vegetarian
Our daily fix when renovating the Bowral store! Daily prepared, cooked to order, Asian style, vegetarian food. Perfect for quick takeaway or dine in with complimentary tea. Affordable, fresh and the best of it's kind in the Highlands.
Location: Bowral
Bernie's Diner
Yanni and his team serve consistently great burgers, pastrami sandwiches, hotcakes, fries and good coffee. The art deco American style diner atmosphere is one of the best in Australia.
Location: Moss Vale
Genki Poke
Healthy, flavourful, and fresh - this is the Southern Highlands no.1 Poke Bowl.
Nestled in Bowral and Mittagong in a small food truck, it is a great local find!
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