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Sinclair's

Sinclair's

Modern Australian   $$$$$

Penrith

12 Chef Hat Award
2 Feb -
2 May

Bottomless Lunch by the River

Brunch and Bubbles

Join us at Sinclair’s Riverside Bottomless Lunch every Saturday and Sunday from 12pm. For $85 per person, enjoy a 2-hour indulgent multi-course menu by Head Chef Scott Mills, featuring seasonal loc... more
Sinclair's

Sinclair's

Modern Australian   $$$$$

Penrith

12 Chef Hat Award
2 Feb -
2 May

Steak & Bottomless Fries

Every Wednesday

Every Wednesday, Steak Frites takes centre stage at Sinclair’s. Enjoy a perfectly cooked steak paired with bottomless fries for just $35 per person. Make it even more indulgent with a $5 add-on for... more
Sinclair's

Sinclair's

Modern Australian   $$$$$

Penrith

12 Chef Hat Award
2 Feb -
2 May

Exclusive Chef-Hosted Dinner

Front Row to Fine Dining

Experience Sinclair’s Chef’s Table, an intimate, interactive dinner for just 6 guests. Hosted by Head Chef Scott Mills, enjoy a bespoke chef’s selection menu, fresh from our fire grill, with a glas... more
Sinclair's

Sinclair's

Modern Australian   $$$$$

Penrith

12 Chef Hat Award
2 Feb -
2 May

Sunday Sounds by the River

Sunset Drinks & DJs

At Sinclair’s, Sundays are all about good vibes and great views. Join us on the balcony for Sinclair Sundays, with live DJs spinning from 4:30–8:30pm. Enjoy sunset drinks, specials, and our snack m... more
Sinclair's

Sinclair's

Modern Australian   $$$$$

Penrith

12 Chef Hat Award
2 Feb -
2 May

Shared Plates, Shared Moments

Celebrate Together

At Sinclair’s, our Group Dining experience is designed for sharing with the people who matter most. For $99pp, enjoy a generous share-style menu curated by Head Chef Scott Mills, featuring seasonal... more
Sinclair's

Sinclair's

Modern Australian   $$$$$

Penrith

12 Chef Hat Award
2 Feb -
2 May

A True Farm to Table Experience

Farm-Fresh Celebration

At Sinclair’s, our Farm to Table Experience is made for unforgettable group celebrations. Enjoy a $95pp Taluca Park suckling pig share menu, featuring a whole locally sourced pig roasted to perfect... more
Urban Tadka

Urban Tadka

Indian   $$$$$

Terrey Hills

12 Chef Hat Award
5 Mar -
30 Jun

Enjoy a Sweet Moment

Book now!

End your meal at Urban Tadka on a sweet note with a dessert that’s just as memorable as the mains. Their indulgent dessert selection is designed as the perfect finale to your dining experience, ble... more
Urban Tadka

Urban Tadka

Indian   $$$$$

Terrey Hills

12 Chef Hat Award
5 Mar -
31 Jul

Hosting an event?

Enquire today!

Whether you're planning a wedding, engagement, birthday or corporate affair, Urban Tadka offers a vibrant private event space perfect for 150–200 guests. Impress your guests with the theatre of cha... more
Restaurant Santino

Restaurant Santino

Italian   $$$$$

Wollongong

13 Chef Hat Award
12 Feb -
22 May

Modern Italian dining

Authentic Flavours

Join us at Restaurant Santino in Wollongong for modern Italian dining with fresh pastas, refined entrées and standout mains. Start with sourdough, olives or veal tartare, then enjoy dishes like pro... more
Restaurant Santino

Restaurant Santino

Italian   $$$$$

Wollongong

13 Chef Hat Award
12 Feb -
23 May

Private Dining & Milestone Gatherings

Celebrate at Santino

We here offer a stylish Italian bistro experience at Restaurant Santino in central Wollongong. From fresh, daily-made pasta and contemporary Italian dishes to a curated global wine selection, we pr... more
Restaurant Santino

Restaurant Santino

Italian   $$$$$

Wollongong

13 Chef Hat Award
12 Feb -
25 May

Valentine's Day at Restaurant Santiono

14th of February

Celebrate Valentine’s Day with us at Restaurant Santino with a night made for sharing. Enjoy a menu that’s indulgent, familiar, and a little bit special perfect for couples, double dates, or small ... more
Gildas

Gildas

Spanish   $$$$$   Open Now

Surry Hills

14 Chef Hat Award
1 Jan -
19 Dec

$65 Basque Lunch Menu

Fridays and Saturdays

Take an afternoon tour around Basque Country from the heart of Surry Hills with our $75 Basque menu, available only for lunch. Featuring our favourite dishes including a Gilda, Basque ham, tartare ... more
Gildas

Gildas

Spanish   $$$$$   Open Now

Surry Hills

14 Chef Hat Award
1 Jan -
31 Dec

Golden Hour

Our version of Happy Hour

$6 Gildas, $12 cocktails and wine, $8 beers and off-menu specials. Every Wednesday and Thursday from 5pm to 6.30pm, and Friday and Saturday from 3pm to 5.30pm. more
Gildas

Gildas

Spanish   $$$$$   Open Now

Surry Hills

14 Chef Hat Award
29 Jan -
31 Jul

Hendrick’s Gin Martini Trio

Chilled to Perfection

We’ve partnered with Hendrick’s Gin and ceramicist Joe Gilbert to bring you a unique martini experience at Gildas. Served in custom stoneware goblets that keep every sip perfectly chilled, our trio... more
Nel Restaurant

Nel Restaurant

Modern Australian   $$$$$   Open Now

Sydney CBD

16 Chef Hat Award
1 Feb -
25 Apr

An invitation to discover Australia's native flavours

Get booking

We'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 seafoo... more
Nel Restaurant

Nel Restaurant

Modern Australian   $$$$$   Open Now

Sydney CBD

16 Chef Hat Award
9 Apr -
23 May

The Pines X Nelly Robinson: Degustation by NEL

$135 per person

Experience something truly special with Degustation by NEL at The Pines, a limited six-week pop-up led by acclaimed chef Nelly Robinson. This exclusive 10-course journey showcases bold flavours, pl... more
Nel Restaurant

Nel Restaurant

Modern Australian   $$$$$   Open Now

Sydney CBD

16 Chef Hat Award
12 Apr -
24 May

The Pines X Nelly Robinson: Sunday Lunch

$90 per person

Gather your friends and settle in for a memorable Sunday long lunch at The Pines. For a limited six-week pop-up, chef Nelly Robinson brings an English-inspired feast centred around slow-roasted lam... more
Wagyuto

Wagyuto

Japanese   $$$$$

Clovelly

12 Chef Hat Award
20 Feb -
20 May

Japanese Tradition with an Australian Twist

Crafted Flavours

At Wagyuto Clovelly, we bring authentic Japanese cuisine together with contemporary Australian flair. From fresh sashimi, pan-fried gyoza, and tempura vegetables to wagyu skewers, slow-cooked octop... more
Arrana

Arrana

Modern Australian   $$$$$

Springwood

15 Chef Hat Award
5 Mar -
30 Jun

Marri Seven-Course Tasting Experience

A Must-try!

Embark on a refined culinary journey with Arrana’s Marri seven-course tasting menu, designed to celebrate seasonal ingredients and creative flavour pairings. Enjoy dishes such as spanner crab with ... more
Catalina Restaurant

Catalina Restaurant

Modern Australian   $$$$$

Rose Bay

15 Chef Hat Award
9 Oct 25 -
26 Nov 26

Expert team of sommeliers

Book Now!

We're very proud of award-winning wine list and our passionate team loves to craft unforgettable food and wine experiences. Book a table today! more