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Nel Restaurant
Fine dining with an irreverent attitude is what you’ll find at Nel Restaurant on Wentworth Avenue in the heart of Sydney’s CBD. This Chef-hatted dining destination delivers an ever-changing 11-cour...
"Uncomplicated, yet memorable dining"
Mode Kitchen & Bar

Mode Kitchen & Bar

Modern Australian   $$$$$   Opens Wed 12:00 PM

Sydney CBD

12 Chef Hat Award
Thanksgiving DinnerThursday, November 27Join us for our third annual Thanksgiving Buffet Feast at Mode Kitchen & Bar. Whether you’re gathering to give thanks with loved ones or looking for a taste of home-grown American festive favourite...
Atelier By Sofitel

Atelier By Sofitel

French   $$$$$   Opens Wed 6:30 AM

Sydney CBD

15 Chef Hat Award
De Beaurepaire Wines Dinner at Atelier by SofitelOne night onlyEmbark on an unforgettable culinary journey at Atelier by Sofitel, where the elegance of French dining meets the artistry of De Beaurepaire Wines from Rylstone. Indulge in a five-course menu tho...
Bentley Restaurant & Bar
Bentley Restaurant & Bar on O’Connell Street offers a fine dining experience in an industrial space in Sydney’s CBD. Chef Brent Savage’s innovative and inventive food is expertly paired with wines ...
Bistro George

Bistro George

Bistro   $$$$$   Open Now

Sydney CBD

Express Lunch Monday-FridayPrix Fixe menu $50pp Lunchtime daily, Monday to Friday. Designed for the well-heeled and time conscious, our ‘express’ lunch menu brings you the best of Bistro George over two courses. Perfect for ...
BTWN

BTWN

Modern Australian   $$$$$   Opens Wed 6:00 PM

Sydney CBD

GELATO & WINETuesday-Sunday from 5PMUnexpected flavours. Unlikely pairings. We’re serving up a monthly rotation of house-made gelato—crafted by our pastry chefs and paired with wines that know how to play. It’s a little savoury, a...
"Superlative views and food to match"
Manjits Wharf

Manjits Wharf

Indian   $$$$$   Opens Wed 12:00 PM

Sydney CBD

Melbourne CupBottomless Drinks!Celebrate Melbourne Cup 2025 at Manjits Wharf with bottomless drinks, divine dining, waterfront views and live race screening. Click on more info to book:
Ette Sydney

Ette Sydney

Modern Australian   $$$$$   Open Now

Sydney CBD

Happy Hour 3:30 - 5:30$2 OYSTERS & $10 DRINKS3:30 - 5:30 EVERY TUESDAY TO SATURDAY! Classic Margarita | Limoncello Spritz | Heineken Pint | House Chardonnay | Rosé | Pinot Noir | Bandini Prosecco
Bennelong

Bennelong

Modern Australian   $$$$$   Opens Wed 5:30 PM

Sydney CBD

17 Chef Hat Award
Australian produce and wine take centre stage at Bennelong on Bennelong Point in the heart of Sydney. This sister restaurant to Quay sits proudly at the Sydney Opera House on the edge of the Harbou...
A Taste of Le Petit Flot$69Indulge in a two-course dining experience paired with a glass of wine for $69. Classic flavours, local produce, and French-inspired charm in every bite.
Toko

Toko

Japanese   $$$$$   Opens Wed 12:00 PM

Sydney CBD

Toko restaurant, located on George Street in Sydney’s CBD, offers contemporary Japanese dining in a sleek, dimly lit setting featuring both a sushi bar and robata grill counter. Since relocating fr...
Medan Ciak

Medan Ciak

Indonesian   $$$$$   Opens Wed 11:00 AM

Sydney CBD

Bringing the exciting tastes of Medan to Sydney, head to Medan Ciak on Sussex Street in the CBD for Indonesian fare with flair. Settle into warm and inviting surrounds of blond wood, a colourful wa...
Margot Osteria

Margot Osteria

Italian   $$$$$   Opens Wed 8:00 AM

Sydney CBD

With a custom-built open Basque grill at the heart of the kitchen, Margot Osteria on Barrack Street in the middle of Sydney’s CBD offers a modern twist on classic grilling techniques, delivering an...
The namesake of a venue in Mississippi, head to cool and intimate Pappy’s Bar on Erskine Street in Sydney’s CBD for American-style burgers, tacos and cold beer. Embracing a new era of hospitality, ...
Yama

Yama

Japanese   $$$$$   Opens Wed 11:00 AM

Sydney CBD

A Journey Through Japanese FlavoursDiscover Japanese diningAt Yama, we celebrate the artistry of Japanese cuisine with dishes that balance tradition and innovation. From delicate sashimi and crisp tempura to hearty ramen and sizzling teppanyaki, every plat...
Located in the centre of Sydney’s CBD in the Occidental Hotel, The Fairmont Restaurant on York Street is the ideal location for client meetings, long power lunches or an after-work celebration. Fin...
Mr Wong

Mr Wong

Chinese   $$$$$   Open Now

Sydney CBD

14 Chef Hat Award
World Renowned Mud Crabs At Harry’sDiscover Crab PerfectionFor over half a century, Harry’s has been synonymous with exceptional mud crab dishes, showcasing the best of global flavours. From the fiery Singapore Chilli Crab to aromatic Garlic Butter and bol...
Dining at Strangers’ Restaurant, on Macquarie Street in the heart of Sydney, takes diners on a fascinating journey through history, tracing the evolution of dining practices and food trends, along ...