At Bistro Rex, the ultra-glam Gallic restaurant in Sydney’s Potts Point, I craved only two things: a bottle of vin rouge and a bowl of its hedonistic French fries.

Grindhouse Killer Burgers in downtown Decatur offers more than just a good burger. On a recent sunny Saturday afternoon, the relaxed rooftop bar served up a full-on vibe — fueled by great service, ...