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Sydney Restaurants With Water Views

Tomahawk ExperienceBook Now!Indulge in a premium 1 kg Wagyu Tajima MB5+ Tomahawk steak, expertly seared to perfection and served with seasonal sides. Perfect for sharing or savouring solo, this bold cut promises a memorable d...
"Sydney's Best Gnocchi"
Cucinetta

Cucinetta

Italian   $$$$$   Opens at 5:30 PM

Woolwich

12 Chef Hat Award
When only the best will do, head to Cucinetta on Woolwich Road, overlooking Lane Cove River, where guests embark on a culinary adventure like no other. Offering an abundance of natural light, retre...
Jonah's

Jonah's

European   $$$$$   Opens at 12:00 PM

Whale Beach

13 Chef Hat Award
Champagne Bollinger Wine DinnerSunday 28th SeptemberAlmost 200 Years of Creating Champagne Masterpieces + A Special Guest from the Bollinger Family. An unmissable evening of elegance with the best Champagne house in France. Taste rare vintages and ...
"A Hidden Gem of the Hills"
Quoi Dining

Quoi Dining

French   $$$$$   Opens at 5:30 PM

Baulkham Hills

13 Chef Hat Award
Sydneysiders experience gastronomical delights at Quoi Dining on Century Circuit in Baulkham Hills. Located in the rapidly expanding Bella Vista restaurant precinct overlooking Norwest Lake, Quoi i...
The Bar at CATALINARelax at the BarDid you know the bar is always open for a drink or light meal? Whether you're in the mood for Champagne and oysters or fish and chips with a cocktail, settle in on one of our comfortable Bertoia st...
"Majestic Location Overlooking Balmoral Beach"
The Spring Community Lunch!$220pp Come celebrate the vibrant flavours of Spring at Balmoral Beach on Sunday the 26th October 2025. Enjoy live music, a 4-Course Shared Grazing Menu and a cocktail on arrival — part of this year’s Fe...
BTWN

BTWN

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

Sydney CBD

TOMAHAWK TAKEOVER - $90Tuesdays, from 6PM1KG of grass-fed perfection and made for sharing every Tuesday. 1KG Grass-fed, Shoestring Fries, Bearnaise & Pan jus
Oncore by Clare Smyth

Oncore by Clare Smyth

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

Barangaroo

19 Chef Hat Award
Oncore by Clare Smyth on Barangaroo Avenue in Sydney champions exceptional dining using sustainable ingredients. The first and only British female Chef to hold three Michelin stars in the UK, exper...
Azul

Azul

Mediterranean   $$$$$   Opens at 12:00 PM

Mosman

Moroccan Night 2025COMMING SOONAn Evening of Flavour, Music & Celebration Step inside for a night of exotic dishes, live belly dancing, soulful Moroccan music, and the joy of gathering together. $110 per person Compliment...
Lipari Pizza Bar

Lipari Pizza Bar

Italian   $$$$$   Opens at 5:00 PM

Hunters Hill

Pizza at Lipari Pizza Bar Try us today!Craving quality pizza? Lipari Pizza Bar’s extensive menu is packed with traditional, meat, chicken, seafood, and vegetarian options—available for takeaway! Choose from classics like Margherita and ...
ARIA Sydney

ARIA Sydney

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

Circular Quay

17 Chef Hat Award
In what has been described as Sydney’s prime position you’ll find ARIA Restaurant in East Circular Quay. The classy spacious setting bestows diners with maximum views of the Sydney Harbour Bridge a...
Quay

Quay

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

The Rocks

18 Chef Hat Award
Located at Sydney's Overseas Passenger Terminal, with sweeping views from the Opera House to the Harbour Bridge, Quay Restaurant is found in what many consider to be Sydney's finest dining location...
love.fish

love.fish

Seafood   $$$$$   Opens at 11:30 AM

Barangaroo

Dive into a sea of flavours with our New Seafood Platters!Available nowThere's no better way to celebrate seafood than with a classic platter, and we're thrilled to introduce; The Tower, The Harbourside, and The Classic Fritto Misto, three platters that bring the ocea...
"Superlative views and food to match"
Manjits Wharf

Manjits Wharf

Indian   $$$$$   Opens at 12:00 PM

Sydney CBD

The Art of Indian Cuisine at Manjits WharfBook your table today!Experience the art of Indian cuisine at Manjits Wharf! From rich, aromatic spices to masterfully plated dishes, every bite is a celebration of flavor. Join us for an unforgettable waterfront dining...
Bennelong

Bennelong

Modern Australian   $$$$$   Opens at 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...
"Each meal is a culinary journey."
Ormeggio at The Spit

Ormeggio at The Spit

Italian   $$$$$   Opens at 11:30 AM

Mosman

16 Chef Hat Award Restaurant & Catering Association
Melbourne Cup Tuesday 4th November Swap trackside for waterside this Melbourne Cup!Dress in your race-day best and enjoy a long lunch by the harbour for $219 per person. Watch the race live on our big screen, with sweepstakes (autom...
Feed Me Menu at PIER Dining$89ppEmbark on a coastal-inspired culinary journey with PIER Dining’s “Feed Me” menu – a generous $89pp shared feast celebrating fresh, local produce. From Saint David’s crème fraîche and Skull Island p...
Berowra Waters Inn

Berowra Waters Inn

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

Berowra Waters

17 Chef Hat Award
Imagine a fine dining restaurant that is only accessible by water, has been redesigned several times and still maintains a Chef Hat 43 years after it was first awarded. Welcome to the Berowra Water...
Sea Salt Clovelly

Sea Salt Clovelly

Cafe   $$$$$   Opens at 8:00 AM

Clovelly

Sea Salt Clovelly is a coastal gem where the rhythm of the ocean sets the tone for a relaxed, sun-drenched experience. Perched along Clovelly Road, it carries a breezy, beachside charm that instant...
Chef's Special$20 Dubai Chocolate PizzaA golden, crispy kataifi pastry base lovingly smothered with velvety pistachio spread, then crowned with luscious chocolate ganache and a sprinkle of pistachio crumble. ????? This masterpiece ...