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Sydney City & Surrounds Restaurants

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Mode Kitchen & Bar

Mode Kitchen & Bar

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

Sydney CBD

12 Chef Hat Award
Thanksgiving DinnerThursday 27 November 2025Join us for our third annual Thanksgiving Buffet Feast at Mode Kitchen & Bar. Whether you’re gathering to give thanks with loved ones or looking for a taste of home-grown American festive favourite...
Chef's Table Experience2 Guests per NightThe Shell House Dining Room’s ‘Chef’s Table Experience’ is the ultimate way to celebrate for one special party of two guests per night. Seated at the kitchen pass – the centre of gravity of the din...
Shaffa

Shaffa

Middle Eastern   $$$$$   Opens Tue 5:30 PM

Surry Hills

12 Chef Hat Award
CELEBRATE WITH USEnquire now.Middle Eastern feasting, flowing drinks, and a celebration your party will talk about well after the night ends. Whether it’s a team long lunch or a grand gathering, our bespoke event packages are ...
Atelier By Sofitel

Atelier By Sofitel

French   $$$$$   Opens at 5:30 PM

Sydney CBD

15 Chef Hat Award
New Winter MenuAvailable nowWith a twist on his signature duck and a showcase of rich winter produce Executive Chef Sam Moore and the team from Atelier by Sofitel have launched their 2025 Winter menu for 2025.
Silvester's Restaurant
13 Chef Hat Award
2 or 3-course Winter MenuTuesday to SaturdayExplore our seasonal Winter menu crafted with fresh local produce. Enjoy two courses for $79 or three for $99, each served with a complimentary glass of wine. Tuesday to Saturday 6 pm-9.30 pm. Book...
Toei

Toei

Asian   $$$$$   Opens at 5:00 PM

Surry Hills

13 Chef Hat Award
Toei on Campbell Street in Surry Hills takes your favourite Australian and Asian dishes on a transformative journey, using modern techniques to unlock hidden depths of flavour. This Sydney dining d...
Ennui

Ennui

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

Haymarket

13 Chef Hat Award
Inspired by French technique and Australian produce, enjoy fine dining inside the recently restored Ennui restaurant on Pitt Street in Haymarket. Nestled in a heritage building at the heart of Sydn...
Old Blighty returns to NELGreat British MenuThe knits are out, the days are short, winter is here! Come and get cosy in our bunker this winter and enjoy some warmers like a Chicken Tikka Masala, Scallop Kedgeree, Hotpot & Apple Crumble all ...
Host Your Next Event at MargotEnquire Today!Looking for an intimate and stylish event space in the heart of the city? Margot offers a private dining room for up to 14 guests, perfect for birthdays, corporate lunches, or festive celebrations....
Toko

Toko

Japanese   $$$$$   Opens Tue 12:00 PM

Sydney CBD

Omakase Evening $295 ppLimited Dates & Seats 18 individual courses, learn about Toko history and cooking techniques, matching sake pairing available $75 pp. Click on more info to book:
BTWN

BTWN

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

Sydney CBD

SUNDAY ROASTUnlimited YorkiesLevel up your end-of-week with a roast worth dressing up for. Choose from: Rolled herb-stuffed Bangalow pork belly with apple sauce, Roasted Meredith milk-fed lamb with mint sauce Or a golden roast...
Trivia Tuesdays Every Tuesday!Trivia is back and better then ever. Come and test your knowledge and enjoy one of our Cheeseburger and a drink for only $25 . Got love Tuesdays! FREE ENTRY. Bookings are essential! 0292516030
Pappy's Bar

Pappy's Bar

American   $$$$$   Opens Tue 12:00 PM

Sydney CBD

Got A Function Coming Up?Enquire Today!We offer private and semi-private functions from 15 pax to 105 pax. With three beautiful function spaces suitable for any event, delicious canapes and packages available Pappy’s Bar is no doubt the...
Wednesday Tapas Deal$95 For Two to share!Bottle of Spanish Tempranillo or Verdejo Paripe Iberico Platter Set of Croquetas (2 Chorizo & 2 Jamon)
love.fish

love.fish

Seafood   $$$$$   Open Now

Barangaroo

Private Dining Room now open!Savour love.fish in StyleOur new private dining room offers an intimate harbour escape for up to 16 guests. Relish fresh local seafood, from succulent crab to buttery barramundi, paired with stunning waterfront views. Perf...
Oncore by Clare Smyth on Barangaroo Avenue in Sydney champions exceptional dining using sustainable ingredients. The first and only British female Chef to hold three Michelin stars in the UK, exper...
Bentley Restaurant & Bar

Bentley Restaurant & Bar

European   $$$$$   Opens Tue 6:00 PM

Sydney CBD

18 Chef Hat Award Restaurant & Catering Association
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 ...
Bringing the exciting tastes of Medan to Sydney, head to Medan Ciak on Sussex Street in the CBD for Indonesian fare with flair. Settle into warm and inviting surrounds of blond wood, a colourful wa...
Mishy's Sydney

Mishy's Sydney

Modern Australian   $$$$$   Opens Tue 11:00 AM

Surry Hills

Dinner at Mishy’s This Week? Book Now!We’d love to see you! Our dinner seatings are each Wednesday, Thursday (BYO night), Friday and Saturday evening. Head over to the link below to book ahead or call us on 0490 104 373.
ARIA Sydney

ARIA Sydney

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

Circular Quay

17 Chef Hat Award
In what has been described as Sydney’s prime position you’ll find ARIA Restaurant in East Circular Quay. The classy spacious setting bestows diners with maximum views of the Sydney Harbour Bridge a...