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NSW Restaurants With Water Views

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...
"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...
"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...
Overlooking the stunning Balmoral Beach, the Bathers' Pavilion Restaurant in Mosman offers a unique dining experience that captures the essence of modern Australian cuisine. Guests are enveloped in...
Midden by Mark Olive
At the Sydney Opera House, Midden by Mark Olive offers a deeply rooted culinary experience shaped by Indigenous Australian heritage. The menu celebrates native ingredients — from wattle seed and bu...
L'isle de France Terrigal

L'isle de France Terrigal

French   $$$$$   Opens at 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...
"Readers' Choice 2019 Winner"
Potager – A Kitchen Garden is a hef-hatted, produce-led restaurant on a 10-acre property in Carool, overlooking the Northern Rivers valley to the sea. Its menus follow the seasons: herbs and flower...
BTWN

BTWN

Modern Australian   $$$$$   Open Now

Sydney CBD

12 Chef Hat Award
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...
"Ethically sustainable, seasonal products"
Shelter

Shelter

Modern Australian   $$$$$   Open Now

Lennox Head

13 Chef Hat Award
Set in idyllic beachside Lennox Heads, Shelter on Pacific Parade beckons as a home away from home for locals and visitors alike. Whether passing through or part of the community, seek shelter at th...
The Cowrie Restaurant

The Cowrie Restaurant

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

Terrigal

13 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...
Offering stunning views from every table, Jonah’s on Bynya Road in Whale Beach is one of Australia’s most spectacular ocean retreats. Located on Sydney’s Northern Beaches, this Chef-hatted venue ha...
Meribella

Meribella

Mediterranean   $$$$$   Opens Wed 5:00 PM

Terrigal

12 Chef Hat Award
Just a short stroll from Terrigal Beach and renowned for dramatic ocean views, find Meribella on Pine Tree Lane. Tourists exploring the Central Coast, along with peckish locals, take in crashing wa...
Cocktail ClassesEvery Friday NightMaster the art of mixology with our Friday night Cocktail Experience Class at Harvest Restaurant. Learn to craft 3 classic cocktails with our expert bartender Tetaawhi Patena, enjoy a cheese and an...
ARIA Sydney

ARIA Sydney

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

Circular Quay

18 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...
Julio's Mexican at Port Stephens
Happy HourEvery day from 3 - 5 pm It is a never ending summer at Julio’s! Join us for a cocktail at happy hour every day from 3-5pm.
Burger Challenge 6 weeks 6 burgers 6 chefs2nd of February - 15th March Our skilled chefs are going head-to-head in a burger challenge! Each chef creating their own custom burger to win against the others. Each chef will have the whole week...
Earth Thingz

Earth Thingz

Cafe   $$$$$   Open Now

Bundeena

Mad Hatter High Tea$38-$65 per personStep into a whimsical twist on tradition at the Earth Thingz Mad Hatter High Tea — a delight of handcrafted savoury and/or sweet bites, from delicate scones with strawberry preserve to Red Velvet c...
Rick Stein at Mollymook

Rick Stein at Mollymook

Seafood   $$$$$   Opens at 5:30 PM

Mollymook

Long Table Lunch with Stephanie AlexanderLimited Seats AvailableStephanie Alexander will be joining us for a long table lunch at Rick Stein at Bannisters on Thursday the 26th of March to talk about the 30th anniversary edition of The Cook’s Companion. To celebr...
The Hill Bar and Kitchen

The Hill Bar and Kitchen

Modern Australian   $$$$$   Opens at 11:30 AM

Gerringong

Host Your Special Occasion with a ViewEnquire Today Make your celebration unforgettable with stunning ocean views at our venue. Whether it’s an intimate gathering, a sunset terrace party, or booking the entire space for a larger event, we have the p...