Why go
The most useful meal stop depends on where you are. A bakery offers a quick road meal, while a pub, club or café may suit a longer pause. Public barbecues and BYO restaurants create other possibilities, but their facilities and rules vary. Check the particular place before building a meal around it.
The full story
In a town with few restaurant choices, the bakery or pub can be the most useful place to start. Bakeries commonly offer pies, sausage rolls and bread for a quick meal. A pub may serve lunch or dinner in its bar or bistro; the traditional 'counter lunch' refers to a meal ordered at the bar. Clubs, including bowling and RSL clubs, are another dining option in many communities, especially in New South Wales and Queensland. Check entry and dining arrangements at the particular club. In larger centres, cafés, takeaways and food courts widen the choice. A picnic can also work well when you have a park or waterfront in mind, and some parks provide public barbecues. Check the facilities and any local fire restrictions before planning to cook. BYO means 'bring your own', usually referring to wine at a restaurant that permits it. Policies differ: some venues limit what you can bring or charge corkage. Ask before buying a bottle for the meal.