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Sydney CBD Restaurants With Private Dining

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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 at 5:30 PM

Sydney CBD

14 Chef Hat Award
Celebrate Valentines at Atelier 5-course exclusive menuCelebrate Valentine’s Day with a five-course menu crafted for the occasion at Atelier by Sofitel. From heirloom tomato tartare to Ulladulla blue-fin tuna cru, grilled coral trout and dry aged duck ...
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"
Mode Kitchen & Bar

Mode Kitchen & Bar

Modern Australian   $$$$$   Opens at 5:30 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 at 6:00 PM

Sydney CBD

12 Chef Hat Award
VALENTINE'S WEEKENDTwo nights. One table.Shared plates set the tone, with good food, good company, and iconic views of Darling Harbour. Enjoy a limited Valentine’s Day set menu designed for sharing, with premium, produce-led dishes and a...
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 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 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...
Exclusive Set Menu Dinner Service for Closing Weekend of Dangerously Modernat Crafted by Matt MoranTo celebrate the closing weekend of Dangerously Modern at the Art Gallery of New South Wales, Crafted by Matt Moran is offering a one-night-only late-night set menu experience. Guests may choose...
Aroma of Indonesia

Aroma of Indonesia

Indonesian   $$$$$   Opens at 5:30 PM

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...
"Superlative views and food to match"
Spice up your Valentine's DayLove on the WaterfrontCelebrate Valentine’s Day with a shared banquet at Manjits Wharf. Waterfront dining, curated Indian flavours and an exclusive one-night experience.
Toko

Toko

Japanese   $$$$$   Opens at 5:30 PM

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...
Mr Wong

Mr Wong

Chinese   $$$$$   Opens at 5:30 PM

Sydney CBD

13 Chef Hat Award
In the heart of Sydney CBD, Mr Wong stands out as a vibrant Chinese restaurant that expertly marries tradition with contemporary flair. The bustling atmosphere is complemented by elegant decor, cre...
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...
Restaurant Hubert

Restaurant Hubert

French   $$$$$   Open Now

Sydney CBD

13 Chef Hat Award
Located in the bustling heart of Sydney CBD, Restaurant Hubert offers a delightful escape into the world of French cuisine. With its elegant yet cosy setting, the restaurant boasts intimate nooks a...
Oborozuki

Oborozuki

Japanese   $$$$$   Opens at 5:30 PM

Sydney CBD

15 Chef Hat Award
Lana

Lana

Italian   $$$$$   Open Now

Sydney CBD

14 Chef Hat Award
Esteban

Esteban

Mexican   $$$$$   Open Now

Sydney CBD

12 Chef Hat Award
Neil Perry is the founder of Spice Temple located in the sub basement of the Art Deco Mutual Building. Tall, dark and mysterious…sound familiar? Probably not, because this unique venue showcases re...