Published on 11 December 2018
Food is one of life’s many pleasures and our casual dining precinct is delivering up the goods. Explore a range of cuisines, flavours and experiences from some of your favourite eateries.
Ajisen Ramen
A bowl of ramen noodles always goes down a treat. With rich Japanese heritage dating back to 1968, Ajisen Ramen know their noodles. If you’re a ramen aficionado, you’ll know there are many different styles of ramen. Ajisen Ramen specialise in wheat flour noodles bathed in a pork bone soup known as tonkotsu soup, and add their own custom Senmiyu sauce. It’s authentic Japanese ramen done right.
Block 7 Dumplings
Block 7 Dumplings do a mean dumpling. From the owners behind Block 7 Kitchen, expect the same level of authentic Asian flavours and dumplings to die for, but this time they’re turning their attention to Japanese barbecue as well. Never tried Japanese style BBQ before? You are in for a tasty treat.
Gami Chicken and Beer
Fried chicken has been enjoying a resurgence in the foodie world lately, and it’s not hard to see why. In particular, the food scene is going crazy for Korean-style chicken, and our newcomers Gami Chicken & Beer are the experts at this must-try dish. Their signature flavour features a unique mix of frying powder extracted from 17 different herbs and core ingredients. Their chicken is coated with it and then cooked to the perfect balance of crunchiness, moistness and richness.
Grill'd
Nothing beats a good burger, except maybe one that is practically guilt-free. Grill’d have managed to give burgers a healthy twist, without sacrificing the taste and essence of what makes burgers so great. Their produce is farmed locally and they only use 100% grass-fed beef and lamb, and chicken that is 100% free from antibiotics and added hormones. Plus, their entire menu is fully customisable to suit your dietary or taste requirements. Low sugar, low carb, paleo, vegan, vegetarian, gluten free and/or dairy free? No problem.
Guzman y Gomez
Australia’s favourite Mexican is shaking up the fast food industry. Guzman y Gomez serve real, made to order Mexican food, proudly made with free range chicken and the freshest produce. Their burritos are famous, drawing crowds on their free burrito days, and no details are spared in their mission to create the best Mexican experience. The menu is simple and classic – burritos, nachos, tacos, quesadillas – but the flavours are bold, authentic and most importantly, fresh. Guzman y Gomez ensure you get real Mexican flavour in every bite and show that it’s possible to serve good food, fast.
Nandos
If there’s one thing the Portuguese are most well-known for in the foodie world, it’s their iconic peri peri flavour. Nandos put Portuguese peri peri chicken on the map here in Australia and continue to invent new ways for us to enjoy the bold flavour – from their custom peri-peri salt to their fiery Extra Bloody Hot PERi-PERi Sauce (those with high pain thresholds need only apply). You can have any meat you like here, so long as it’s chicken. But hey, who’s complaining?
Starbucks
Coffee connoisseurs Starbucks need no introduction. A great place to chill out on your own or meet up with friends, they’ve got everyone’s unique tastes covered. Like your coffee black with just a splash of skim milk? No problem. Prefer a macchiato with a dollop of foam? They can accommodate. Not only will they customise your brew to be just how you like it, they’re also always inventing new flavour combinations to entice you to break away from your coffee comfort zone.
TGI Fridays
Born in New York in 1965, TGI FRIDAYS is the expert in American bar and grill. Founder of the iconic ‘Happy Hour’ TGI FRIDAYS is famous for great food using quality local produce and has become a favourite around the world for their long island ice teas, buffalo wings, signature ribs and burgers. Beer is always on tap and the drinks keep flowing in a relaxed environment that the whole family can enjoy. You're invited to enjoy every day of the week just like how Fridays are meant to be spent - enjoying good times with good friends.
The Groove Train
The Groove Train Eastland is a full-service Restaurant, Cafe & Bar. Their wide food offering caters to many tastes in a relaxed sit-down atmosphere, providing all the flavour and authenticity that comes with wood fired cuisine. Be immersed in delectable dishes and laughter when you escape to their urban dining venue with its casual cafe vibe. Pop in for a craft roasted coffee, wood fired pizza, delicious pasta or your weekly breakfast. Come for the food but linger over drinks and conversation because you'll be having too much fun!
The Pancake Parlour
Open early for breakfast and late for snacks, The Pancake Parlour are flipping sweet and savoury pancakes, crepes, ice cream and desserts, all as much a feast for the eyes as they are for the stomach. Cozy up in one of their famous booths and indulge in nostalgic pancake favourites like the Bavarian Apple, a classic short stack or the kids favourite Alice in Wonderland. It might be all about the sweets but you can also get your savoury lunch and dinner fix and wash it all down with some of the most impressive looking drinks you’ve ever seen like the Swiss Mountain Malt, ice cream sodas or the homemade iced tea. Lovely.