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Sydney City & Surrounds Restaurants

Nel Restaurant

Nel Restaurant

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

Sydney CBD

16 Chef Hat Award
An invitation to discover Australia's native flavoursGet bookingWe're kicking off 2026 with a menu that celebrates native Australian ingredients — bold, unexpected and deeply rooted in this land. Think pepperberry, bush tomato, lemon aspen, macadamia and sea...
Bar Heather: Guest Chef SeriesCollab with Lennox HastieThe first guest star of our dinner series is Ollie Wong from Byron Bay favourite, Bar Heather. Head Chef Ollie Wong takes over the Gildas kitchen for a one-off collaboration with Lennox Hastie (...
Atelier By Sofitel

Atelier By Sofitel

French   $$$$$   Opens at 6:30 AM

Sydney CBD

14 Chef Hat Award
Try our Summer menu Available Until March 2Come and try our new Summer menu with French-inspired cuisine at its finest at Atelier Sofitel. Click on more info to book:
Ennui

Ennui

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

Haymarket

13 Chef Hat Award
Ennui Chef SeriesWith Chris BenedetFor one night only on February 26, Ennui hosts an unforgettable Chef Series takeover. Chris Benedet of Etheus takes over the pans, drawing on memories of food cooked by his nonna and nonno to creat...
Hustlers. Syd

Hustlers. Syd

Asian   $$$$$   Opens at 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...
New French LunchFriday-SundayA new ritual begins at Chez Beckett’s. From Friday to Sunday, settle in for a refined French lunch by Chef Frédéric Plat, served from 12–3pm in a light-filled, elegant setting. It’s an invitation t...
Bistro George

Bistro George

Bistro   $$$$$   Opens at 12:00 PM

Sydney CBD

12 Chef Hat Award
Located in Sydney’s CBD just a stone’s throw from Circular Quay and the harbour, Bistro George on George Street offers a vibrant and inviting setting ideal for everything from casual catch-ups to w...
Shaffa

Shaffa

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

Surry Hills

12 Chef Hat Award
$15 Classic Margs | Sun 22nd FebNational Margarita DayMark your calendars! Shaffa is serving your favourite classic $15 margaritas all day from 12–10pm for National Margarita Day. Join us for a lively, fun, and flavour-filled Sunday—catch up with fr...
Silvester's Set Menu$79-$99 per personIndulge in an elegant dining experience at Silvester’s with this beautifully curated set menu. Begin with a glass of wine on arrival, then savour refined entrées, expertly prepared mains and a deca...
The Chippo Hotel

The Chippo Hotel

Pub Food   $$$$$   Opens at 4:00 PM

Chippendale

Functions & Events at The Chippo HotelYour Event, Our SpaceAt The Chippo Hotel, we offer vibrant function spaces perfect for events of all kinds. We offer the Beer Garden, The Nook, Sports Bar, and The Den, catering to both intimate and large groups. We of...
BTWN

BTWN

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

Sydney CBD

12 Chef Hat Award
WRAPPED AND LOADED$65 Per PersonGet wrapped up in flavour every Wednesday at BTWN with the ultimate beef Wellington experience for $65 per person. Featuring 180g of Grainge Black beef tenderloin MB2+, rich mushroom and Madeira du...
Toei

Toei

Asian   $$$$$   Opens Tue 5:00 PM

Surry Hills

12 Chef Hat Award
Toei on Campbell Street in Surry Hills takes your favourite Australian and Asian dishes on a transformative journey, using modern techniques to unlock hidden depths of flavour. This Sydney dining d...
Bentley Restaurant & Bar

Bentley Restaurant & Bar

European   $$$$$   Opens Tue 6:00 PM

Sydney CBD

18 Chef Hat Award Restaurant & Catering Association
Bentley Restaurant & Bar on O’Connell Street offers a fine dining experience in an industrial space in Sydney’s CBD. Chef Brent Savage’s innovative and inventive food is expertly paired with wines ...
Private Dining at Strangers’ RestaurantPrivate Dining Made EasyHost your next event with us at Strangers’ Restaurant. Our private dining is available Monday to Friday, 8:30am–5:30pm. Room hire starts at $150/hr, with after-hours hire from $700/hr. Catering pac...
ABODE

ABODE

Modern Australian   $$$$$   Opens at 4:00 PM

Darling Harbour

Sip, Savour & Celebrate World Margarita DayMargarita Day at ABODECelebrate World Margarita Day at ABODE Bistro. Bar on Sunday, 22 February. Sip and savour our signature Margarita featuring Jose Cuervo Tequila, Triple Sec, fresh lime juice and a touch of agave sy...
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...
Pizza Night Every TuesdayMake Tuesdays delicious at Uliveto Sydney Italian Restaurant with Pizza Night every week. Enjoy 20% off any pizza every Tuesday night, from classic favourites to signature creations made with quali...
Olio Kensington Street

Olio Kensington Street

Italian   $$$$$   Opens at 5:00 PM

Chippendale

The Olio Experience$80ppDiscover Taste the Flavours of Olio—a curated 9-course journey showcasing the restaurant’s most iconic dishes. For $80 per person, enjoy a shared experience featuring seafood bisques, handmade past...
Tapavino

Tapavino

Spanish   $$$$$   Opens at 5:00 PM

Sydney CBD

Spanish Sweet Treat PerfectionCrema CatalanaEnd your Tapavino experience with our Crema Catalana perfectly golden, crisp and caramelised on top. This classic Spanish dessert is rich, creamy and full of flavour, delivering the perfect balance...
Yama

Yama

Japanese   $$$$$   Opens at 10:30 AM

Sydney CBD

Discover Japanese Flavours at Yama QVBOpen lunch and dinnerDiscover Yama Japanese Café Restaurant in the iconic QVB, where fresh seasonal sushi, sashimi, crispy tempura, teppan-grilled favourites and hot udon soups await in a relaxed, heritage-lined settin...