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Nel Restaurant
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...
Atelier By Sofitel

Atelier By Sofitel

French   $$$$$   Opens Thu 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:
Hustlers. Syd

Hustlers. Syd

Asian   $$$$$   Opens Thu 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...
"Uncomplicated, yet memorable dining"
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...
Bistro George

Bistro George

Bistro   $$$$$   Open Now

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...
BTWN

BTWN

Modern Australian   $$$$$   Open Now

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...
Bentley Restaurant & Bar
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...
Taste the Middle East TodayFresh, Fast & FlavourfulAt Zaffi by Day in Sydney CBD, our daytime experience delivers fast, flavour-driven Lebanese and Middle Eastern inspired lunch options designed for the city’s pace. Enjoy value-packed express or bu...
Yama

Yama

Japanese   $$$$$   Opens Thu 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...
Tapavino

Tapavino

Spanish   $$$$$   Opens Thu 12:00 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...
Door Knock

Door Knock

Modern Australian   $$$$$   Open Now

Sydney CBD

Apéritif Hour for Workday Wind-DownDrinks and NibblesUnwind after work at Apéro Hour at Door Knock, a European-style apéritif hour with good drinks, bar snacks and relaxed conversation. Available Monday–Friday from 4–6pm, highlights include Veuve Cli...
Bennelong

Bennelong

Modern Australian   $$$$$   Opens Thu 5:30 PM

Sydney CBD

17 Chef Hat Award
Australian produce and wine take centre stage at Bennelong on Bennelong Point in the heart of Sydney. This sister restaurant to Quay sits proudly at the Sydney Opera House on the edge of the Harbou...
Located on York Street in Sydney, Fairmont Restaurant offers a polished lunch destination in the heart of the CBD, located within the historic Occidental Hotel. Ideal for client meetings, long powe...
Aroma of Indonesia

Aroma of Indonesia

Indonesian   $$$$$   Opens Thu 11:30 AM

Sydney CBD

Situated on Clarence Street in Sydney’s CBD, Aroma of Indonesia brings the vibrant spirit and soulful flavours of the archipelago to the city. This warm and inviting restaurant celebrates tradition...
Uncle Ming's Bar

Uncle Ming's Bar

Asian   $$$$$   Open Now

Sydney CBD

Hidden Flavors, Bold Cocktails at Uncle Ming’sFlavorful BitesStep into Uncle Ming’s Bar, Sydney CBD’s hidden gem, where our kitchen serves modern Asian bites alongside expertly crafted cocktails. From dumplings and bao to shareable snacks, every dish is desi...
$3 Oysters at Crafted by Matt MoranEvery Wednesday 4pm-6pm Join us Wednesdays from 4–6pm and indulge in freshly shucked Sydney rock oysters for just $3 each, served with classic mignonette and lemon. Subject to availability. Walk-ins welcome.
Dutch Smuggler

Dutch Smuggler

Cafe   $$$$$   Opens Thu 6:00 AM

Sydney CBD

Gourmet Toasties at Dutch SmugglerTry us today!Discover next-level toasties at Dutch Smuggler, where classic comfort meets bold global flavours. From the indulgent Croque Monsieur and New York Reuben to the spicy Beef Rendang and umami-packed K...
"Superlative views and food to match"
Situated in the bustling heart of Sydney with magical views of Darling Harbour, Manjits Wharf is the latest dining sensation offering a culinary journey to reimagined Indian cuisine. Immerse yourse...
Toko

Toko

Japanese   $$$$$   Open Now

Sydney CBD

Toko restaurant, located on George Street in Sydney’s CBD, offers contemporary Japanese dining in a sleek, dimly lit setting featuring both a sushi bar and robata grill counter. Since relocating fr...