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NSW Restaurants With Alfresco Dining

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Annata

Annata

Bistro   $$$$$   Open Now

St Leonards

13 Chef Hat Award
Annata Restaurant on Chandos StreetBeautiful new venue/menusAfter a decade at its beloved Crows Nest home, on November 13th, Annata reopened at our new venue located at 66 Chandos Street, St Leonards. This is the former site of Petermen Restaurant. Reflecti...
Oribu

Oribu

Japanese   $$$$$   Open Now

Parramatta

13 Chef Hat Award
Whispers of Summer at Oribu ParramattaNew Summer Japanese MenuDiscover Oribu’s summer menu: a celebration of elegance and creativity. From refined mains and vibrant sashimi to playful tacos and tempura, three master chefs unite to honour the flavours of summe...
Group Italian Feast at FigoContact Us Today!Gather your group and experience the best of Italian hospitality at Figo Restaurant & Bar with our function menu, perfect for parties of 8 or more at just $89pp. Enjoy a shared feast of artisan ant...
Sonora

Sonora

Mexican   $$$$$   Open Now

Potts Point

12 Chef Hat Award
Australia’s New Mexican-Style GrillEvery Saturday!Experience Australia’s only Mexican-style vertical BBQ at Sonora! Similar to a kebab machine but made for al pastor tacos, the marinated meat is stacked, slowly cooked on a rotating grill, and serv...
Christmas Day on the BayTraditional Festive FeastCelebrate Christmas in style on the waterfront with a long, luxurious family-style feast. Our three-course shared menu brings everyone together over bountiful platters of fresh seafood, festive mai...
Dégustation Dining at TerrigalBook Your Degustation NowIndulge in the elegance of French dining with our $145 pp degustation menu, offered at dinner only. Begin with optional Sydney rock oysters, then savour dishes like bonito sashimi with local honey,...
"Majestic Location Overlooking Balmoral Beach"
Offering a majestic location with views over Balmoral Beach and across Sydney Harbour to Manly and North Head is Chef Hat-awarded Public Dining Room. Architecturally designed by Hecker & Guthrie, t...
Osteria Coogee

Osteria Coogee

Italian   $$$$$   Open Now

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
Unforgettable Events At Goonoo GoonooPlan Your Event TodaySet on a restored 19th-Century village just 25 minutes from Tamworth, Goonoo Goonoo Station is a breathtaking destination for events of every kind. With landscaped gardens, historic architecture an...
Chez Beckett's

Chez Beckett's

French   $$$$$   Open Now

Chippendale

13 Chef Hat Award
Live Piano MusicEvery Thursday to SundayEnjoy fabulous French cuisine accompanied by beautiful music from the baby grand piano, played for you by our accomplished pianists. Book your table today!
Newmarket Room
Inspired by more than 150 years of Inglis history, The Newmarket Room on Governor Macquarie Drive in Warwick Farm offers a unique and modern culinary experience. Discover a stunning indoor set-up t...
"Readers' Choice 2019 - Seafood"
Bills Fishhouse + Bar
Primely positioned in Port Macquarie’s Clarence House, Bills Fishhouse + Bar dons a casual urbanity, which echoes throughout the well-designed space. Modern simplicity best describes this eatery an...
"Sydney's Best Gnocchi"
Cucinetta

Cucinetta

Italian   $$$$$   Open Now

Woolwich

12 Chef Hat Award
NYE UNDER THE STARSNYE 2025Countdown with cocktails, music, and Italian flair. Cucinetta will be alive with bubbles, 4 course menu, and that Cucinetta energy you love. Expect: Signature cocktails & fine wines - Midnight toas...
Baraka

Baraka

Middle Eastern   $$$$$   Open Now

Lennox Head

12 Chef Hat Award
Located in the heart of Lennox Head, Baraka offers a refined dining experience inspired by the land, people, and produce of the Northern Rivers. Each menu is thoughtfully crafted to reflect the rhy...
No 92 Wine Bar and Restaurant
Saturday Bottomless Come and EnjoySharing food and bottomless booze $95 pp (1.5 hours). Bellinis, sparkling, red, white and rose. Vegetarian options available. Call (02) 9571 9292 to book now!
"Readers' Choice 2019 Winner"
Potager

Potager

Modern Australian   $$$$$   Open Now

Carool

13 Chef Hat Award
A Fresh Season, A Fresh MenuTry Our Spring MenuCelebrating spring with vibrant flavours from our garden and local growers.
Jonah's

Jonah's

European   $$$$$   Open Now

Whale Beach

13 Chef Hat Award
New Year's Eve Dinner5 Course DegustationCelebrate bringing in the New Year with a 5 course degustation, crafted by our team of exceptional chefs. Enjoy a glass of Champagne Bollinger on arrival to toast the special occasion. $295 per per...
The Hut Byron Bay

The Hut Byron Bay

Mediterranean   $$$$$   Opens Sun 12:00 PM

Possum Creek

13 Chef Hat Award
Expect an authentic Mediterranean experience served with a smile at Byron Bay dining destination, The Hut on Friday Hut Road in Possum Creek. This beach-chic venue calls the Old O’Possum Creek Publ...
Olio Kensington Street
13 Chef Hat Award
Four Hands: The Olio RivalryDecember 2nd Experience Four Hands: The Olio Rivalry as founding chef Lino Sauro and Head Chef Pietro Epifani reunite for one special night. These two acclaimed Italian chefs bring bold creativity and heartfelt...