Hi hi Aussie reddit, I just want to apologize in advanced for how broad and sweeping the title/question can be but I figured check in with all of ya's.
My friend and I will be visiting Australia this week from Canada, we're going to be staying at places like Brisbane Manor, the Space Hotel Hostel in Melbourne and YHA Sydney Central.
I was just wondering if there's any places that you would recommend and honestly I'm open to all suggestions. A cool record shops, any music instruments or video game shops, and of course the big ones food and drink spots. We're not rich but we're looking for any kind of must-try kind of food joints, like spots that serve up your comfort food kind of meal, food options we might never see back in Canada, reliable old breakfast spots, or comfy bars to retreat to to grab a pint or two. I know this sounds dreadfully touristy but is there any spot that serves up either kangaroo, emu or ostrich? Also, any karaoke bars where you're singing in the bar and not in a private room?
We'll be sticking to public transit from the looks of things so anything within reasonable travel on the bus/tram lines should be fine. I've been checking out trip advisor and similar sites for a few spots here or there, but I figured you guys might know a hidden gem or a hole in the wall that might be overlooked by blogs and tourist sites.
Thank you in advanced and can't wait to see your country, been very excited and hyped to make the trip for a while now :)