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Sydney Restaurants

If you think Sydney is defined solely by its iconic harbour views, Bondi Beach and Sydney Opera House, think again. Sydney is home to lavish restaurants which will dazzle your senses and leave you wanting more. Sydney offers a diverse selection of dining establishments for those who appreciate the finer things in life, enough to pique the interest of even the most discriminating foodie. Sydney restaurants and cafes range from bustling harbour-side hubs to suburban eateries and there is not a suburb in Sydney that does not radiate its own distinctive character and culinary individuality. Whether you are looking for fine dining by the harbour, or traditional pub grub in Surry Hills, world-class restaurant options abound. 

Bar Lettera

Bar Lettera

Italian   $$$$$   Opens Wed 6:30 AM

North Sydney

12 Chef Hat Award
Truffle Brunch$109ppEvery Saturday through truffle season, while availability lasts. Bookings from 12pm.
Antica Dining

Antica Dining

Italian   $$$$$   Opens Wed 12:00 PM

North Sydney

12 Chef Hat Award
2-Course Dinner $69ppAvailable July & AugustExperience the warmth, flavour and rich traditions of Piemonte with our special Piemonte Experience. Enjoy a 2-course dinner for $69pp throughout July & August Monday-Friday. Available for up...
Newmarket Room

Newmarket Room

Modern Australian   $$$$$   Opens Wed 6:00 AM

Warwick Farm

12 Chef Hat Award
Candlelight Concert ExperienceCurated Dining Set MenuCandlelight Concerts arrive in Western Sydney for the first time at The William Inglis Hotel, presenting two extraordinary performances. Indulge in a specially curated dining menu to accompany the...
Haco

Haco

Japanese   $$$$$   Opens Wed 5:45 PM

Sydney CBD

15 Chef Hat Award
Dinner Tempura & Charcoal OmakaseAvailable Now $180 PPOur omakase is built around the harmony of charcoal-grilled dishes and refined tempura, guided by seasonality, balance, and technique. Under the direction of Chef Ken, guests are taken on a 13-cour...
Champagne Bollinger Wine Dinner Sunday September 20Join us on Sunday 20 September for an exclusive Champagne Bollinger Dinner, celebrating one of France's most prestigious Champagne houses. Enjoy four courses with canapés, expertly matched to excep...
"Uncomplicated, yet memorable dining"
Mode Kitchen & Bar

Mode Kitchen & Bar

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

Sydney CBD

12 Chef Hat Award
Great food, great drinks and great company...Sydneysiders celebrate the simple things in life at Mode Kitchen & Bar on George Street in the heart of the CBD. Delivering uncomplicated, yet memorable...
BTWN

BTWN

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

Sydney CBD

12 Chef Hat Award
Parmi Night | $34Every ThursdayCrispy. Saucy. Loaded. This isn’t your local parmi. Parmi Night puts a sharp spin on a familiar favourite. Only available on Thursdays at BTWN, try the Loaded Spatchcock Parmi - Parmesan and herb ...
Shaffa

Shaffa

Middle Eastern   $$$$$   Opens Wed 5:30 PM

Surry Hills

12 Chef Hat Award
NEW LEVANTINE LUNCHEvery Sat & Sun from 12-2.30pmSettle in for a new season-led Weekend Long Lunch inspired by the bustling markets of the Middle East and the Levant’s rich tradition of baking—made for tearing, dipping and sharing. Bottomless dri...
Wagyuto

Wagyuto

Japanese   $$$$$   Opens Wed 5:30 PM

Clovelly

12 Chef Hat Award
Sharing Course at Wagyuto$65ppWagyuto's 5 course Sharing Course at $65pp is a journey worth taking. Start with sushi and miso soup, move through crispy zucchini with salmon caviar and tuna with smoked ponzu, before choosing ter...
Osteria Coogee

Osteria Coogee

Italian   $$$$$   Opens Wed 5:30 PM

Coogee

12 Chef Hat Award
All You Can Eat LasagneEvery TuesdayIntroducing our $35 All You Can Eat Lasagne Nights, served tableside every Tuesday. Expect a traditional pork and veal lasagne, alongside a seasonal vegetarian option, both made with fresh pasta...
Tucked along Bulletin Place in the heart of Sydney's CBD, Silvester's Restaurant is a dining destination with a story as rich as the food it serves. Inspired by the Silvester Brothers — early pione...
"tantalising Indian cuisine"
Chatkazz Harris Park

Chatkazz Harris Park

Indian   $$$$$   Opens Wed 11:00 AM

Harris Park

Restaurant & Catering Association
Shravan Special - Our Seasonal Favourites Are Making A Comeback13th August - 11th SeptemberShravan is here, and so are your seasonal favourites. Enjoy a specially curated Shravan menu. Available from 13 August to 11 September Visit Chatkazz Harris Park and make sure to try all the...
L'Heritage

L'Heritage

French   $$$$$   Opens Wed 11:30 AM

Mosman

13 Chef Hat Award
Perched on the wharf at Chowder Bay Road in Mosman, L'Heritage is a stunning French restaurant housed in a historic ex-Navy drill hall, surrounded by national park and breathtaking harbour views — ...
"Majestic Location Overlooking Balmoral Beach"
Locals Do Lunch$45 Lunch Special Enjoy your choice of a delicate poached trout salad, succulent wagyu beef burger or kumura & whipped Meredith goat's curd mafaldine pasta, as you relax by the shores of Balmoral Beach. Only $45 inc...
Hustlers. Syd

Hustlers. Syd

Asian   $$$$$   Opens Wed 5:00 PM

Sydney CBD

12 Chef Hat Award
Situated on York Street in the Sydney CBD, Hustlers. Syd offers a bold, underground dining experience with a modern take on Asian cuisine. Descend below street level and step into a moody, energeti...
Shravan Special - Our Seasonal Favourites Are Making A Comeback13th August - 11th SeptemberShravan is here, and so are your seasonal favourites. Enjoy a specially curated Shravan menu. Available from 13 August to 11 September Visit Chatkazz Bella Vista and make sure to try all the...
Entrata

Entrata

Italian   $$$$$   Opens Wed 12:00 PM

Glenhaven

12 Chef Hat Award
2-Course Dinner $65ppJuly & August A celebration of Italy’s land and sea brought together in a thoughtfully curated dining experience. Enjoy a 2-course dinner for $65pp throughout July & August Tuesday-Friday. Available for u...
Toei

Toei

Asian   $$$$$   Opens Wed 5:00 PM

Surry Hills

12 Chef Hat Award
Nestled on Campbell Street in the heart of Surry Hills, Toei is a captivating dining destination where beloved Australian and Asian dishes are taken on a transformative culinary journey — reimagine...
"A Hidden Gem of the Hills"
Quoi Dining

Quoi Dining

French   $$$$$   Opens Wed 5:30 PM

Baulkham Hills

13 Chef Hat Award
Tucked along Century Circuit in Baulkham Hills, Quoi Dining is an intimate lakeside restaurant where modern French and Australian cuisine come together in a refined, elegant setting. Hidden near th...
"Readers' Choice 2020 - Indian"
Urban Tadka

Urban Tadka

Indian   $$$$$   Opens Wed 12:00 PM

Terrey Hills

12 Chef Hat Award Restaurant & Catering Association
Nestled on Mona Vale Road in Terrey Hills, Urban Tadka is a refined Indian restaurant set within a peaceful, resort-style environment. Designed for both relaxed dining and memorable celebrations, t...