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Sydney CBD Restaurants With Degustation Menu

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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...
"Uncomplicated, yet memorable dining"
Mode Kitchen & Bar

Mode Kitchen & Bar

Modern Australian   $$$$$   Opens at 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...
Bistro George

Bistro George

Bistro   $$$$$   Opens Mon 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...
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...
Bennelong

Bennelong

Modern Australian   $$$$$   Opens at 12:00 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...
$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.
"Superlative views and food to match"
Manjits Wharf

Manjits Wharf

Indian   $$$$$   Opens at 12:00 PM

Sydney CBD

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 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...
Forget the shopping, because Pendolino offers an escape from the CBD to gastronomic adventures, conveniently located at the Strand Arcade. The rustic looking décor is understated but with an Italia...
Matkim

Matkim

Korean   $$$$$   Opens at 6:00 PM

Sydney CBD

14 Chef Hat Award
Maydanoz

Maydanoz

Turkish   $$$$$   Opens Mon 12:00 PM

Sydney CBD

12 Chef Hat Award Restaurant & Catering Association
Alpha Dining, located in the heart of the Sydney CBD, is a culinary haven that celebrates traditional Greek cuisine with a modern twist. Patrons are greeted by a stylish interior that blends contem...
Head where food and friends have met for more than 50 years to find flavours crafted into edible art at Harry’s Singapore Chilli Crab restaurant on Rockwall Crescent in Potts Point. This iconic Syd...
Bambini Trust Restaurant & Wine Room, situated in the vibrant Sydney CBD, offers a charming blend of European cuisine in a sophisticated setting. The elegant decor, characterised by warm lighting a...
Old Mate's Place

Old Mate's Place

Tapas   $$$$$   Opens at 2:00 PM

Sydney CBD

Located in the vibrant heart of Sydney CBD, Old Mate's Place is a culinary gem that beckons both locals and visitors alike. This charming restaurant offers a unique tapas experience, where creativi...
Uccello is a charming Italian restaurant located in the vibrant Sydney CBD, offering a delightful escape from the urban hustle. With its stunning rooftop terrace, guests can savour mouth-watering d...