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The best restaurant review apps
You’re standing on a street with a plethora of restaurant option: which one do you choose? With these apps on your smartphone, you’ll be able to pick the best every single time.
Yelp (iOS, Android, Windows Phone, BlackBerry)
Yelp has long been the go-to site for American diners and since the site landed in Australia a couple of years ago, it’s quickly become one of the best local databases of restaurants reviews. Find all relevant restaurant information as well as comparing food choices by rating, distance or cuisine.
Urbanspoon (iOS, Android, BlackBerry)
With plenty of honest appraisals of restaurants, Urbanspoon is one of Australia’s most popular apps. It also has an amazing community which shares menu and foods snaps to the site so you can usually see what’s available before you walk in the restaurant.
Dimmi (iOS, Android, Windows Phone)
Dimmi has a slight edge over the other apps because it allows you to search, compare and book a restaurants instantly. Dimmi supports over 2,500 restaurants Australia-wide and the search results can be sorted by rating, price, cuisine as well as speciality criteria such as “best for families” or “best for romance.”
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Australian Good Food & Travel Guide (iOS, Android)
TheAustralian Good Food and Travel Guide is one of Australia’s most comprehensive rating authority. Every year their reviewers appraise over 25,000 restaurants, accommodation, wineries, bars, attractions, providores and function venues throughout Australia. The app covers all of Australia’s major cities and the majority of smaller towns to help you find the best establishments near you.
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