Sydney Restaurant Guide


Sydney city offers everything from harbourside restaurants to a never-ending list of cheap and cheerful eateries. Whether diners head out in search of supreme seafood, flavoursome Asian fare, authentic Italian dishes, modern Australian meals or simply a relaxed outdoor setting, the abundance of culinary choices provides something for everyone. Restaurants are also well-equipped to cater for private dining events through to large-scale functions. Travellers from around the globe are drawn to buzzing nightlife precincts in King Street Wharf, Darling Harbour and Circular Quay, where stunning waterfront locations are just as spectacular as award-winning restaurant meals. Meanwhile, exploration of late night dining spots including Surry Hills, Darlinghurst, Bondi and Manly reveal a plethora of intimate wine bars, ethnic eateries, live entertainment and much-loved neighbourhood haunts.

Recommended Restaurants


Baygarden Restaurant at Novotel Brighton Beach

Restaurant - Baygarden Restaurant at Novotel Brighton BeachWhere can you enjoy luscious seafood and spectacular water views overlooking Botany Bay without worrying about busy beachfront parking? Located on level 3 of Novotel Sydney Brighton Beach, Baygarden R [more...]

Galileo Restaurant

Restaurant - Galileo RestaurantGalileo is one of Sydney's leading 5-star hotel restaurants. Opulently decorated with bespoke furnishings, fabrics and original art, the restaurant evokes the fine atmosphere of a Parisian salon. An e [more...]

Captain Cook Cruises

Restaurant - Captain Cook CruisesEnjoy a la carte dining, million-dollar views, first class service and contemporary Australian cuisine aboard the prestigious MV Sydney 2000. The perfect way for visitors to see Sydney and Sydneysider [more...]

The Eight

Restaurant - The EightCourtesy of the Zilver hospitality group, The Eight restaurant serves authentic Chinese food from Mondays through to Sunday for lunch and dinner, including yum cha from early in the day. Located withi [more...]

Cooking Schools - Sydney and surrounds

Restaurant - Cooking Schools - Sydney and surroundsWhether you’re a budding chef or passionate home cook, cooking classes are a great way to meet new people, indulge in delicious food and earn some serious cred at your next dinner party. Here are our  [more...]

Sydney Restaurants

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Restaurant - Pilu at Freshwater

Pilu at Freshwater
Awarded Two Chef Hats - The SMH Good Food Guide 2012-2013
The delicious food at Pilu at Freshwater is only enhanced by its location in a ram [more...]

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Latest Restaurant Reviews


food luvva about  360 Ristorante Italiano:

I always have the best time at this restaurant. The food is always great, everything is fresh and the flavours are always consistent. When they run out of stuff, you know that they don't freeze all th [more...]


David Paton about  The Unicorn (formerly Fringe Bar):

Had a great lunch there mid last week. The $10 deals are great and the staff were very friendly. The wraps stood out for our group and we will definitely be coming back. [more...]


Trish about  Suzie Q:

Great find hidden away in the not so cool area of Surry Hills. Coffee is great, food imaginative, delicious, generous and beautifully presented. The 'Je ne regret rien' dish of farmer Jo muesli, vanil [more...]


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