Rusty Fig - Willagee Australia

After being cooped up due to COVID-19, my wife and I decided to celebrate our 30th wedding anniversary by going out for a nice dinner. I can honestly say I was... read more After being cooped up due to COVID-19, my wife and I decided to celebrate our 30th wedding anniversary by going out for a nice dinner. I can honestly say I was completely satisfied—the service and food were outstanding. I couldn't find a single flaw. It’s a lovely spot for dinner, with fantastic service. We will definitely return. The wine list is excellent: perfectly balanced in size—not too big, not too small.

We had the pleasure of dining in the beautiful private room. Every dish we tried was delicious and expertly balanced. I especially loved the duck breast. read more We had the pleasure of dining in the beautiful private room. Every dish we tried was delicious and expertly balanced. I especially loved the duck breast.

I dined here for the first time and it certainly met all my expectations. The restaurant has a stylish and modern ambiance, offering exceptional dishes from the... read more I dined here for the first time and it certainly met all my expectations. The restaurant has a stylish and modern ambiance, offering exceptional dishes from their eight-course tasting menu, complete with expertly paired wines. The staff were not only attentive and friendly but also demonstrated excellent knowledge of the food and beverages. By the end of the eight courses, we were completely stuffed! Lesley and Clyde have created a wonderful establishment, and I can’t recommend it highly enough. We’re already looking forward to our next visit to see what culinary delights await us!

This was our first visit to the new location on St George's Terrace.  The new space is contemporary and interesting yet still retains the fine dining ambiance u... read more This was our first visit to the new location on St George's Terrace.  The new space is contemporary and interesting yet still retains the fine dining ambiance upstairs.  I'm certainly looking forward to having a drink on the front terrace when the weather warms up as well as aspiring to not only a chef's table dinner but also a private room dinner which are both features of the new restaurant.  We asked for recommendations from Clyde and Jessica from the menu and their suggestions were spot on.  For our entree we chose seafood chowder and the scallops both of which were really flavoursome and very very fresh.  I was feeling like something a bit different so went with the slow cooked abalone entree for the main course whilst my husband took Clyde's recommendation and ordered the crispy pork belly. Again, both dishes were superb and the attention to detail with the different elements and garnishes was a highlight.  A mixed tomato, basil, field mushroom and bocconcini salad was the perfect accompaniment.We loved the little complimentary amuse bouches between courses that were tiny taste sensations and the house made breads were also sensational. For dessert we shared the mandarin with ginger that was an excellent light but tasty finish to our meal.All in all we had a lovely night with fantastic food, perfectly matched wines and friendly efficient service from all the staff.

It's always a delight to eat at Friends. and our evening last Thursday was no exception. Genuine fine dining from the quality of the food, the wine chosen by th... read more It's always a delight to eat at Friends. and our evening last Thursday was no exception. Genuine fine dining from the quality of the food, the wine chosen by the owner for us and the wonderful service. The staff know the menu and the wine list, and we felt the attention was just right. Clyde and Leslie were perfect hosts and it's easy to see why their team is a Gold Plate winner for fine dining. We'll be back.