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NSW Restaurants With Water Views

"Sydney's Best Gnocchi"
Cucinetta

Cucinetta

Italian   $$$$$   Opens at 5:30 PM

Woolwich

12 Chef Hat Award
Host Your Dream Event at CucinettaEnquire Today!Imagine your next event at Cucinetta, where sweeping Sydney Harbour views meet authentic Italian hospitality. Our open, versatile space is perfect for everything from elegant soirées to intimate ce...
Jonah's

Jonah's

European   $$$$$   Opens at 12:00 PM

Whale Beach

13 Chef Hat Award
$99 2 courses + WineWinter Dining OfferOn Thursday and Friday for lunch and dinner, you can enjoy 2 courses from our a la carte menu with a glass of Sommelier selected wine and a side to share for $99 per person. A great way to enjoy Jo...
"Ethically sustainable, seasonal products"
Shelter

Shelter

Modern Australian   $$$$$   Open Now

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...
Discover a harmony of tradition and modernity at Angelo’s Cabarita on Phillips Street. Nestled in Prince Edward Park, this iconic Sydney waterfront dining destination offers a contemporary vibe fea...
"Readers' Choice 2019 Winner"
Potager

Potager

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

Carool

13 Chef Hat Award
No.2 in AustraliaSilver at the RCA AwardsThe Restaurant and Catering Association Awarded us Silver In the Contemporary Australian Restaurant Category at the RCA National Awards. A total of 19 Awards for 2024. We'd love you to experience o...
The Cowrie Restaurant

The Cowrie Restaurant

Modern Australian   $$$$$   Opens at 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...
"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...
Catalina Restaurant

Catalina Restaurant

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

Rose Bay

15 Chef Hat Award
Expert team of sommeliers Book Now!We're very proud of award-winning wine list and our passionate team loves to craft unforgettable food and wine experiences. Book a table today!
"Iconic Venue that always delivers"
Harbourfront Restaurant

Harbourfront Restaurant

Seafood   $$$$$   Opens at 11:30 AM

Wollongong

12 Chef Hat Award Restaurant & Catering Association
Boasting sweeping views across Wollongong Harbour, tri-level Harbourfront Restaurant on Endeavour Drive is stunning both night and day. Breezy outdoor decks and floor-to-ceiling windows make the mo...
"Majestic Location Overlooking Balmoral Beach"
Locals Do Lunch Weekday Specials$39pp Join us Monday to Friday for our special Locals Do Lunch offer. Enjoy a delicious main of your choice paired with a glass of wine, all for just $39 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...
BTWN

BTWN

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

Sydney CBD

SUNDAY ROASTUnlimited YorkshireLevel up your end-of-week with a roast worth dressing up for. Choose from: Rolled herb-stuffed Bangalow pork belly with apple sauce Roasted Meredith milk-fed lamb with mint sauce Or a golden roa...
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...
8 at Trinity

8 at Trinity

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

Morisset

Restaurant & Catering Association
3-course Lunch or Dinner: $65 ppUp to 33% OffJuly Winter Specials during these selected dates in July with our special 3-course menu with choices reduced to just $65 pp. Up to 33% off a la carte prices. Click on more info to book:
love.fish

love.fish

Seafood   $$$$$   Opens at 11:30 AM

Barangaroo

Private Dining Room now open!Savour love.fish in StyleOur new private dining room offers an intimate harbour escape for up to 16 guests. Relish fresh local seafood, from succulent crab to buttery barramundi, paired with stunning waterfront views. Perf...
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...
Meribella

Meribella

Mediterranean   $$$$$   Opens at 5:30 PM

Terrigal

Celtic Cuisine & Whisky Meribella x Amber LaneThis winter, Meribella invites you to an evening of bold flavour and warm spirit, celebrating the rich culinary heritage of the Celtic Isles. In partnership with award-winning Central Coast distill...
Lucia's By The Sea

Lucia's By The Sea

Italian   $$$$$   Opens at 11:30 PM

Wollongong

Beachfront Weddings at Lucia’s by the SeaEnquire Today!Celebrate your special day with stunning ocean views at Lucia’s by the Sea, Wollongong’s premier beachfront wedding venue. From elegant reception spaces to exceptional dining and personalised servi...
Bellyfish Cafe

Bellyfish Cafe

Cafe   $$$$$   Open Now

Terrigal

Spice Up Your Tuesday with Tacos & BeersEvery Tuesday!Let us 'taco' the stress from your Tuesday with our new lunch deal…don’t worry the food is heaps better than our jokes!. Just $25 for tacos and a bottle of Corona, then $5 for beers from 11 am-2 pm...
"Readers' Choice 2020 - American"
Terrigal Beach House

Terrigal Beach House

American   $$$$$   Opens at 12:00 PM

Terrigal

Bottomless Margs in a Private Beachside CabanaBeachside Margs & BitesEnjoy two hours of bottomless Casamigos Margaritas and house drinks, exclusive access to our private beachfront cabana and a delicious Mexican platter to share – with housemade Gazpacho shots, taco...