3 Best Restaurants in The South West Wine Region, Western Australia

Lamont's Smiths Beach

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Just off Smiths Beach is the chic eatery-cum-delicatessan-cum–cellar door, Lamont's. It does a fantastic breakfast—think cured salmon with scrambled eggs—and is popular for "sundowners," which is the local description for a glass of wine at sunset, often with tapas. Café lunches are lovely and simple, but more refined options are available in the restaurant. From noon till late, dine on sage and prosciutto-wrapped chicken breast with whipped feta; confit duck leg drizzled with vino cotto jus; or grilled local snapper with a side of organic quinoa salad. Executive chef Kate Lamont is CEO and ambassador for Lamont's (check out her cookbooks). You're welcome to pop in for wine tasting at the adjoined wine store and deli without eating at the restaurant.

The Berry Farm Cottage Cafe

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Nestled in the hills of Rosa Glen, a scenic 16-minute drive from Margaret River town, is this quaint and enchanting café, famous for its fruit-infused ciders, wines, and desserts. You can while away an afternoon over lunch and also enjoy tea, wine tastings, shopping for homemade jams (and more) at the cellar door, and in season, a walk through the "berry circle," where you can pick and munch wild berries.

Wise Vineyard Restaurant

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Verdant bushland, manicured vineyards and expansive views all the way down to Geographe Bay are show-stopping features of this modern restaurant. Expect the unexpected and be pleasantly surprised by culinary creations that change with the turning of each season. In keeping, the accent is on the use of fresh, local produce. Look out for house-cured salmon, crunchy edged pork belly with creamed truffle potatoes, or the Amelia Park lamb rack with polenta and pine nuts. The extensive dessert menu is just as appealing, so leave room for sweets. On Friday night, pasta and risotto dishes are featured.

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