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NSW Restaurants With Air Conditioning

Sinclair's

Sinclair's

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

Penrith

12 Chef Hat Award
Bottomless Lunch by the RiverBrunch and Bubbles Join us at Sinclair’s Riverside Bottomless Lunch every Saturday and Sunday from 12pm. For $85 per person, enjoy a 2-hour indulgent multi-course menu by Head Chef Scott Mills, featuring seasonal loc...
Nel Restaurant

Nel Restaurant

Modern Australian   $$$$$   Opens at 5:00 PM

Sydney CBD

16 Chef Hat Award
An invitation to discover Australia's native flavoursGet bookingWe're kicking off 2026 with a menu that celebrates native Australian ingredients — bold, unexpected and deeply rooted in this land. Think pepperberry, bush tomato, lemon aspen, macadamia and sea...
Margan Restaurant

Margan Restaurant

Modern Australian   $$$$$   Opens at 10:00 AM

Broke

14 Chef Hat Award
Seasonal Farm-to-table Dining at Margan RestaurantFrom $90ppEnjoy a seasonal dining experience at Margan Restaurant, where estate-grown produce and thoughtful pairings take centre stage. Choose a two- or three-course menu showcasing dishes like dry-aged sna...
Oribu

Oribu

Japanese   $$$$$   Opens Wed 5:00 PM

Parramatta

13 Chef Hat Award
Chinese New Year at Oribu ParramattaLunar New Year DiningWelcome the Lunar New Year at Oribu with a celebratory dining experience in the heart of Parramatta. Featuring premium seafood, Wagyu, and vibrant seasonal dishes symbolising prosperity and abundan...
Restaurant Santino

Restaurant Santino

Italian   $$$$$   Opens Wed 5:00 PM

Wollongong

13 Chef Hat Award
Modern Italian diningAuthentic FlavoursJoin us at Restaurant Santino in Wollongong for modern Italian dining with fresh pastas, refined entrées and standout mains. Start with sourdough, olives or veal tartare, then enjoy dishes like pro...
Atelier By Sofitel

Atelier By Sofitel

French   $$$$$   Opens at 6:30 AM

Sydney CBD

14 Chef Hat Award
Try our Summer menu Available Until March 2Come and try our new Summer menu with French-inspired cuisine at its finest at Atelier Sofitel. Click on more info to book:
Ennui

Ennui

Modern Australian   $$$$$   Opens at 5:00 PM

Haymarket

13 Chef Hat Award
Ennui Chef SeriesWith Chris BenedetFor one night only on February 26, Ennui hosts an unforgettable Chef Series takeover. Chris Benedet of Etheus takes over the pans, drawing on memories of food cooked by his nonna and nonno to creat...
Bar Lettera

Bar Lettera

Italian   $$$$$   Opens at 6:30 AM

North Sydney

12 Chef Hat Award
Negroni HourTuesday to Friday Bar Lettera’s Negroni Hour brings an afternoon unwind from 3–6pm with $15 Negronis that blend classic balance with a playful twist. Prefer something else? Enjoy $8 beers or $12 wines in a warm, eas...
Annata

Annata

Bistro   $$$$$   Opens at 5:30 PM

St Leonards

13 Chef Hat Award
One Vision - Two Hemispheres - Five Course Dinner Burgundy & Otago WinesJoin us for a rare and intimate wine dinner celebrating Domaine Thomson, an extraordinary family estate spanning Central Otago, New Zealand and Burgundy, France. Hosted by owner PM (Pui Mun) Chan,...
Magpies Nest

Magpies Nest

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

Wagga Wagga

12 Chef Hat Award
Tuesday Night Special$58 per pesonTurn your Tuesday into something special at Magpie’s Nest. Enjoy a beautifully curated three-course midweek dining experience featuring house-made breads with our own extra virgin olive oil, garden...
Entrata

Entrata

Italian   $$$$$   Opens at 12:00 PM

Glenhaven

12 Chef Hat Award
Celebrate 2026 with 25% off your food billFebruary OnlyDine with us for dinner every Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday & Friday in February and receive 25% off your food bill! T&C's apply. Online bookings only.
Osteria Coogee

Osteria Coogee

Italian   $$$$$   Opens at 5:30 PM

Coogee

12 Chef Hat Award
Pasta E Vino Tuesday$35 Pasta E Vino TuesdaysJoin us for a glass of wine and choice of 2 Special Pastas every Tuesday $35pp
"Majestic Location Overlooking Balmoral Beach"
Gather, Share, and Dine TogetherPerfect group exerciseWhether you're getting together with family celebrating the end of a season, or having a fun night out with friends, our restaurant offers the perfect group dining experience at just $89 per person...
Jazz Dinner A Night of SongEnjoy the legendary Caroline Agostini as she sings jazz classics as you dine in the elegant dining room, delighting in our à la carte 3-course, or the 5 & 7-course set menu. Nobody does a jazz dinn...
International Margarita DayThis weekend onlyInternational Mararita Day? We're making it a weekend! Join us for $18 Margaritas this Saturday and Sunday (21 & 22 Feb 2026) and while your here, indulge in some of the finest Greek flavours you e...
Antica Dining

Antica Dining

Italian   $$$$$   Opens at 12:00 PM

North Sydney

12 Chef Hat Award
Lunar New Year Banquet17th–22nd FebruaryWe’re thrilled to announce our limited-time 4-course Lunar New Year Reunion Banquet – a feast designed for friends and family to welcome the new year in style. Available 17th–22nd February | Min...
Bull & Bell Steakhouse Restaurant

Bull & Bell Steakhouse Restaurant

Steak   $$$$$   Opens at 5:30 PM

Griffith

12 Chef Hat Award
Dry-Aged Steak Perfection at Bull & Bell SteakhouseBook today!Indulge in premium dry-aged beef at Bull & Bell Steakhouse Restaurant, where selected Black Angus cuts are aged for a minimum of 45 days in the in-house meat cellar to deliver exceptional depth and...
Established in 1857, The Dry Dock Public House and Dining Room on Cameron Street in Balmain has been a much-loved community cornerstone for more than 166 years. This timeless neighbourhood local we...
Local Ingredients, Bold FlavoursFood, wine, hospitalityExperience immersive, ingredient-driven dining at EXP, in the Hunter Valley. Our 28-seat restaurant offers seasonal tasting menus crafted from local produce, native ingredients, and house-made ferm...
Tasting Menu & Wine PairingsSip, Savor, StayExperience a $179pp tasting menu with optional drinks pairings ($75–$98) and a full wine list. Reservations essential, open 3 months ahead. Allow 2.5 hrs for dining & gardens. Accommodation package...