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Sydney CBD Modern Australian Restaurants

Fine dining with an irreverent attitude is what you’ll find at Nel Restaurant on Wentworth Avenue in the heart of Sydney’s CBD. This Chef-hatted dining destination delivers an ever-changing 11-cour...
"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...
2026 Lunch SpecialLimited time only!Indulge in a stylish lunch at Strangers’ Restaurant, NSW Parliament House. Enjoy 2 courses—your choice of main & dessert—followed by tea & coffee for $65 per person. Savour a fresh, seasonal à la c...
Door Knock

Door Knock

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

Sydney CBD

Lunchtime Specials at Door KnockThursday & Fridays 12-3pmDon’t miss out on Door Knock's new lunchtime special! Join us every Thursday and Friday from 12–3pm for our lunchtime deal: a tender $25 steak served with your choice of a glass of wine or a house ...
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...
Situated on Art Gallery Road in Sydney, Crafted by Matt Moran brings the renowned chef’s signature passion for fresh, seasonal Australian produce to the Art Gallery of NSW Restaurant. This thoughtf...
Tucked into the bustle of Bridge Street, Ette is a sanctuary where contemporary elegance meets soulful indulgence. The moment you step inside, warm golden light plays across textured stone and timb...
BTWN

BTWN

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

Sydney CBD

BTWN HOURSMonday to Saturday 5-6PMUnwind at BTWN Bar with BTWN Hours, running Monday to Saturday from 5 pm to 6 pm. Enjoy special offers on selected beverages paired with bite-sized shared snacks – the perfect pre-dinner indulgence...
Located in the centre of Sydney’s CBD in the Occidental Hotel, The Fairmont Restaurant on York Street is the ideal location for client meetings, long power lunches or an after-work celebration. Fin...
Escape the chaotic CBD and venture to Rockpool Bar & Grill in the 1936 Emil Sodersteen American style art-deco skyscraper and be awed by the towering ceilings & marble columns. The pairing of the t...
Infinity at Sydney Tower

Infinity at Sydney Tower

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

Sydney CBD

12 Chef Hat Award
Avenue On Chifley

Avenue On Chifley

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

Sydney CBD

Clarence and V

Clarence and V

Modern Australian   $$$$$   Opens Mon 7:00 AM

Sydney CBD

Cellini's Bar Restaurant offers a spacious setting and is tucked away in a tranquil spot within the QVB building. Signature dishes may include the Prawn and Avocado Seafood Salad as well as a large...
Cafe Sydney

Cafe Sydney

Modern Australian   $$$$$   Open Now

Sydney CBD

Café Sydney, located in the vibrant heart of Sydney CBD, offers a unique dining experience that beautifully blends modern Australian cuisine with breathtaking views of the harbour. Guests are welco...
The Meat & Wine Co. Circular Quay stands proudly in Sydney's vibrant CBD, offering diners a distinct experience that marries modern Australian cuisine with an inviting atmosphere. With stunning vie...
O Bar and Dining features spectacular 360 degree views of Sydney, from its location 47 floors above Sydney's CBD. Seasonality and ripeness drive the creativity of the food whilst a concise and freq...