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NSW Restaurants With Dairy Free Options

Bar Lettera

Bar Lettera

Italian   $$$$$   Opens Sun 7:00 AM

North Sydney

12 Chef Hat Award
RedGround Truffles MenuAvailable till SeptemberEnjoy five limited RedGround Black Truffle dishes or add truffles to any a la carte dish for $15.
Sonora

Sonora

Mexican   $$$$$   Opens Sun 12:00 PM

Potts Point

12 Chef Hat Award
Bottomless Brunch at Sonora Saturdays & Sundays 12-5Brunch, but better! Indulge in our fresh, garden-to-table Mexican dishes paired with endless Margaritas or Mimosas. Perfect for catching up with friends or celebrating any occasion in lively Potts ...
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...
Newmarket Room

Newmarket Room

Modern Australian   $$$$$   Opens Sun 6:30 AM

Warwick Farm

12 Chef Hat Award
Food & Wine Artisan FestivalA Vibrant Day OutTaste your way through a curated selection of wines, live cooking demonstrations and handcrafted bites. Showcasing the diversity of our local food scene, The Food & Wine Artisan Festival is a memor...
Chef's Table Experience2 Guests per NightThe Shell House Dining Room’s ‘Chef’s Table Experience’ is the ultimate way to celebrate for one special party of two guests per night. Seated at the kitchen pass – the centre of gravity of the din...
Seven Spices

Seven Spices

Indian   $$$$$   Opens Sun 11:00 AM

Lane Cove

12 Chef Hat Award
Chef Srini's Signature Tasting Menu For TwoBook Now Embark on an extraordinary journey with Chef Srini's Seven Spices signature tasting menu for two, inspired by the mastery of Michelin- starred Indian Chefs. Delight in a two-hour experience featuri...
Hunters Quarter

Hunters Quarter

European   $$$$$   Opens Sun 11:30 AM

Pokolbin

13 Chef Hat Award
3-course A La Carte Book NowHunters Quarter is open for lunch Friday, Saturday and Sunday and dinner on Friday and Saturday. Come and sample dishes from the Contemporary Restaurant of the Year; click on more info to book:
"Uncomplicated, yet memorable dining"
Mode Kitchen & Bar

Mode Kitchen & Bar

Modern Australian   $$$$$   Opens Sun 6:30 PM

Sydney CBD

12 Chef Hat Award
Thanksgiving DinnerThursday 27 November 2025Join 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...
L'isle de France Terrigal

L'isle de France Terrigal

French   $$$$$   Opens Sun 11:30 AM

Terrigal

12 Chef Hat Award
Embark on a gastronomic journey of fine French food at its best at L’isle de France Terrigal on Ena Street. Soak up expansive ocean views from inside and out at this classically chic venue, where a...
Osteria Coogee

Osteria Coogee

Italian   $$$$$   Open Now

Coogee

12 Chef Hat Award
Group Bookings & Exclusive HireEnquire Today!Located just steps from one of Sydney’s most iconic Eastern Suburbs beaches, Osteria Coogee is the perfect spot for your next celebration. Our venue is available for private functions including bir...
"Readers' Choice 2019 Winner"
Potager

Potager

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

Carool

13 Chef Hat Award
Iberian Dinner Partya Savour the Tweed eventFollowing our sell-out debut at Savour The Tweed, we’re uniting two culinary powerhouses from opposite sides of the Iberian peninsula for one unforgettable evening. Potager’s Portuguese head che...
"Ethically sustainable, seasonal products"
Shelter

Shelter

Modern Australian   $$$$$   Opens Sun 7:00 AM

Lennox Head

13 Chef Hat Award
Weddings At ShelterEnquire Today!Shelter offers the perfect beachside setting for weddings and special celebrations, seamlessly blending indoor and outdoor spaces in a beautifully relaxed style. Whether you're drawn by the warm at...
The Strawberry

The Strawberry

Pub Food   $$$$$   Open Now

Surry Hills

Monday Steak Night$20 Rump Steak Mondays are made better at The Strawberry with our unbeatable $20 Rump Steak special! Enjoy a perfectly grilled rump steak cooked to your liking, served with crispy chips, a fresh side salad, and y...
JUICE OF GIORGIO A NATURAL WINE TAKE OVERGiorgio Di Maria of GDM FUN Wine showcasing all his collaboration wines from across Italy.
Jonah's

Jonah's

European   $$$$$   Opens Sun 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 ...
The Cowrie Restaurant

The Cowrie Restaurant

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

Terrigal

12 Chef Hat Award Restaurant & Catering Association
Uniquely located high above Terrigal with stunning panoramic ocean and bay views, The Cowrie Restaurant is a must-visit dining destination on the Scenic Highway. Providing an iconic and memorable s...
Arrana

Arrana

Modern Australian   $$$$$   Open Now

Springwood

15 Chef Hat Award Restaurant & Catering Association
Lamb Shoulder to ShareJust $70 Per Person!Warm up this Winter with a delicious lamb shoulder to share, complete with flavourful, seasonal sides for just $70 per person! Available Wednesday, Thursday and Friday nights for a limited time on...
Entrata

Entrata

Italian   $$$$$   Opens Sun 12:00 PM

Glenhaven

12 Chef Hat Award
Get 25% off your food billSpring OfferThis spring, enjoy 25% off your food bill when you join us for dinner between September 9th–11th, 16th–18th, and 23rd–25th. Gather your friends and family and celebrate the season with us. T&C’s...
Restaurant Santino

Restaurant Santino

Italian   $$$$$   Open Now

Wollongong

12 Chef Hat Award
Martinis on Globe Lane: Start the Weekend in StyleBook Now!As the clock ticks toward cocktail hour, head to Globe Lane for a well-earned Martini (or maybe a cheeky three). This buzzing hotspot blends laid-back charm with top-notch mixology, making it the p...
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...