3 Best Restaurants in Berry, New South Wales

For almost 60 years, The Famous Berry Donut Van has been just that, a famous must-visit spot for those visiting Berry. The quality of their cinnamon doughnuts is unrivaled. They are made-to-order so are always piping hot. Collin and Shirley London toured the doughnut van around Australia in the 1960s but once they arrived in Berry, they decided it was home. Best bit? They're open every day from 9 am until 6 pm, come summer or winter.

This swank estate ticks all the boxes. The restaurant offers farm-style fare in a rustic environment, with share plates, like the overflowing charcuterie. The menu is meat heavy but there are a few veggie options. The star of the show here is one of them, zucchini flowers stuffed with ricotta and goat’s curd, drizzled with honey. This dish matches perfectly with the cellar's other star, its Semillon. But there’s no need to rush into the restaurant. There’s wine tasting at the cellar door, which can also be enjoyed before visiting the art gallery. There’a also an on-site bed-and-breakfast available, starting at A$225 a night, offering a cottage-style stay.

This casual but elegant restaurant is always busy and that’s truly down to the menu being packed with seasonal and local fare. Each dish is a taste sensation but arrives looking so pretty that you’ll want to stare in awe for a while. That’s thanks to co-owner Sonia Greig’s background in food styling. For starters, it’s a crime not to order the oysters. It’s a deep understanding that the oysters from the South Coast are the best in Australia. And then for main, you'll usually find panfried fish of the day. There's a three course set menu that's A$80 per person and you can add locally produced wine for $35 per person.