The Regional Delivery Guide: Our Hidden Hotspots That Are Best Ordered In

From next-level reubens in Ballina to aglio olio e peperoncino in Victor Harbor, if you thought the best bites were reserved for the big smoke—think again.

Consider this your all-access pass to regional Australia's most humble hidden gems and family-run faves serving serious flavour. 

Whether you're a proud local looking for a mid-week bite or a treat on a weekend away, you can get around all the epic feeds being dished up far from city limits—thanks to Uber Eats’ mission to put today’s regional culinary hotspots on the culinary map. After all, good food knows no postcode.

Find Regional Eats In Your State

• New South Wales
• Victoria
• Queensland
• Western Australia 
• South Australia

New South Wales

Ballina

Home to none other than the big prawn, it’s no surprise Ballina’s food scene punches above its weight. Whether you’re experiencing post-beach-day starvation or you're simply not in the mood to cook, you can conjure a tasty feed with minimal effort. 

Get around the freshest fish of Lennox Head at Fishy Fishy Seafood Restaurant Fuel, or tuck into karaage bowls and reuben sandos from cult favourite Nosh. And because nothing screams takeaway night quite like burgers and chips, try the Super Smashed Bro Burger from Slicks.

Taree

Tucked along the banks of the Manning River, Taree might be known for its laidback vibes and lush countryside, but this Mid-North Coast town is dishing up everything from hearty café fare to global flavour bombs. Grab a burger and some insane loaded fries at the aptly named Epic Burger Shack, and don't sleep on The Greenwood's schnitty. Or settle in for a curry night done right courtesy of Jashan Lounge Indian Restaurant and their award-winning Tikka Masala and cheesy garlic naan combo. 

Ulladulla

Known for its sweeping coastline and cruisy seaside energy, Ulladulla is also home to a surprisingly stacked lineup of culinary hotspots. Craving the best in the brekky department? The halloumi stack and a smoothie from Brown Sugar Cafe are a South Coast rite of passage.

More in the mood for spice? One Wok Thai Cuisine is serving fresh, flavour-packed Thai straight to your sofa, while Harbour View Native brings elevated heat with its saffron scallop dish and seafood a la planca. Only good can come from having this coastal town’s culinary gems at your fingertips.

VIC

Hamilton

Hamilton's long been known for being the wool captial of the world and vibrant art scene, but its food game is also next level. This regional hub is stacked with flavour, from street food-style eats to refined comfort classics.

Craving some brothy dumplings? The long-time local Wok N' Dumplings is pretty hard to beat. But if you're in the mood for a fresher, more flavour-packed mid-morning feed, Manna Cafe is your go-to for elevated brunch bites, while Hamilton Curry Bowl has a well-deserved reputation for its spice-packed curries. 

Echuca

Straddling the Murray River, Echuca is an old-school country town that's well worth a visit. If you’re craving a slice, Pizza Hood has a stacked selection of mozzarella-loaded creations. If punchy Asian fusion is the go, Pho Viet Nam’s roasted pork noodle dish hits the spot every time. And for the perfect after-dinner sweet treat in front of a good flick, Augustus Gelatery & Acai delivers tubs of creamy goodness, sure to hit those late-night sugar cravings.

QLD

Mount Isa

Outback vibes meet big flavour in Mount Isa. For proper Aussie-style Filipino feeds, you can’t go past Adobo Avenue, dishing up crispy, saucy and stir-fried staples. Need to refuel fast? Isa Sunshine Kebabs is the best in the game, with doner kebabs that come with layers upon layers of thinly shaved meat, stuffed in fluffy pita and drenched in garlicky sauce. And if you're keen to dial up the decadence, get around the truffle arancini and braised beef cheek from Giuseppe's Cantina—it'll pair perfectly with that half bottle of red in the fridge.

Airlie Beach

Tropical surroundings, turquoise water, and now top-tier takeaways—Airlie Beach is dishing out the goods in paradise. Post-swim, pre-sunset, or mid-arvo siesta, Lumo’s Cafe Restaurant slings all-day coffees, brekky, burgers and sandos. 

Breeze Bar is the locally loved joint delivering Kirkpatrick Oysters and pesto linguine straight to your doorstep. And because we don’t gatekeep, get your hands on the Korean fried chicken and ​​garlic butter tiger prawns from D'viet House. You can thank us later.

WA

Kalgoorlie

WA’s gold rush town isn’t just rich in history—it’s dishing out takeaway gold, too. For flavour that travels well, Beaten Track Brewery has your back with stacked Philly cheese steaks, their famous El Smasho burger and wicked wings that mean business. For the shorter journeys, The Golden Spoon serves up aromatic curries and buttery naan—perfect for a no-fuss night in. And when the vibe calls for something classic and comforting, Pasta 2 Go serves up all your fave sauces.

Port Hedland

Life in Port Hedland might be rugged and remote, but the local eats are anything but. Local fave The Esplanade serves up punchy Korean bao buns and all the sides to match, while the low-fuss Yummy Noodle toss top-tier kung pao and nasi goreng. For fresh, crunchy chips slathered in gravy, you can't go past Cab City Food Truck. 

SA

Port Lincoln

Known for its pristine coastline and seafood royalty status, this town delivers its culinary delights straight from the fishing line. Get stuck into fish and chips done right from Fumo 28 Oyster Bar & Seafood, or dig into a smorgasbord of delights in the form of a banging bento box from Taberu Asian Fusion. For a comfort feed, West Coast Distilling Co. dishes up cob loaves stuffed with creamy butter chicken or bolognese, and pulled pork-loaded fries that pair perfectly with a crisp ale from the fridge. 

Victor Harbor

Seaside charm, ocean breezes, and now, top-tier takeaway. J F & C is the fish and chip fave with beach-town cred, while the peach crumble pancake stack from Cockles Cafe has our whole heart. And you simply can’t sleep on the pizzas at Hotel Elliot, where you'll find everything from a classic margherita to slices of Greek lamb goodness.

With Uber Eats in town, regional Australia's best bites are now just a few taps away—ideal for a lazy weekend, sunset picnic, or cosy night on the couch. Find out more on your Uber Eats app. 

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