Sydney Restaurants by de Groots

Umi Sushi & Udon

Umi Sushi & Udon is a Tokyo-inspired urban sushi restaurant in the Darling Quarter complex. The traditional Japanese Kyoto style décor creates a sense of nostalgia – taking you back to the historic days of old Japan. Umi serves over 100 different types of traditional and creative sushi plus freshly made Japanese Sanuki-style udon with a superb chewy texture that only fresh udon can provide.

The Apollo

The combination of Jonathan Barthelmess from Manly Pavilion and Sam Christie from Longrain will give The Apollo an unstoppable edge in the Sydney dining scene. This Greek restaurant in Macleay Street in Potts Point

Chow

Opening at end of 2011 The former owner and chef of Claude’s in Woollahra Chui Lee Luk will open Chow in Sydney’s highly coveted 2010 postcode. Luk’s Chinese restaurant will take a more relaxed approach to dining, offering accessible, everyday eats. Luk and business partner Phillip Haw are both of Hakka ancestry and plan to include a few Hakka dishes on the menu.

Ruby Rabbit

Escape Oxford Street’s craziness and be immersed in the opulence and splendour of Ruby Rabbit. A hot pink sign welcomes guests into this multi-faceted space which functions as a restaurant, nightclub and cocktail lounge. Elegant chandeliers and baroque paintings create an indulgent, ultra chic vibe to sip a cocktail or enjoy a meal from their ‘food lovers’ menu.

Cocky’s at the Cove

A Palm Cove favourite, Cocky’s at the Cove has satisfied the cravings of tourists for traditional Australian flavours and iconic views for decades. Famous for their big buffet breakfasts, Cocky’s at the Cove provides the perfect rest spot for holiday makers wanting to relish in the views of the Coral Sea and relaxed North Queensland lifestyle.

Alpine Larder Restaurant

Like a home away from home, the Alpine Larder Restaurant provides visitors and locals with a resting place after a long day of skiing, bushwalking or sightseeing around the picturesque Snowy Mountains. The atmosphere and interior may be traditional and rustic, but the food is modern and eclectic. Choose from a selection of wood fired pizzas, tapas, meats and fresh seafood- all made from the freshest local produce.

Fernwood High Tea

When Marie Antoinette said, “Let them eat cake” she should have directed the countrymen to Fernwood High Tea in Newcastle. With a selection of fine tea and sugary treats served in porcelain crockery amongst regal surroundings, Fernwood high tea creates an inclusive atmosphere where memories are created.

Misschu Darlinghurst

A new generation of Asian cuisine has arrived with Miss Chu and it’s taking the stylish inner-city scene by storm. Bringing together the best flavours, textures and health benefits of the East to Sydneysiders, Miss Chu has secured its place as the go-to location for a quick dumpling, spring roll or vegetable filled rice paper roll.

Misschu Bondi Beach

Misscu Bondi Beach is scheduled to open in late 2011 You’ve experienced Misschu in the city, by the harbour and even across the pond in Melbourne, so as summer approaches, experience Misschu all over again by the iconic waves at Bondi Beach. Misschu’s gourmet rice paper rolls, spring rolls and dumplings are packed full of the freshest Australian produce; but you already knew that, the Misschu reputation speaks for itself.

Simmer

Sydneysiders love nothing more than to sit back in the summer sun with the iconic Harbour Bridge and Opera House in the background sipping on an ice cold drink or freshly ground coffee. Tempting right? This picture perfect weekend image is much closer to home than you would think, at Simmer café on Walsh Bay. Try the café signature ditch, the breakfast ‘potato stack’ or if you opted for a weekend sleep in, opt for a freshly made artisan sandwich prepared with fresh seasonal produce. Top it all off with a relaxing walk along the piers and discover one of Sydney’s best kept secrets.

Lynn Shanghai Cuisine @ The Castlereagh Club

Anthony Bourdain once said the dumplings at Din Tai Fung were the best in the world but owners of Lynn restaurant think there’s are better. It’s a big call but Lynn stands proudly by their world renowned chef Bao Rong Lu. The menu features handmade pork dumplings, a selection of handmade noodle dishes, drunken chicken and the next BIG thing in Sydney - baked sesame pockets with sautéed minced chicken, preserved vegetables and pine nuts. Lynn is conveniently located in the heart of Sydney's CBD on the ground floor of The Castlereagh Club just a mere three minute walk from Town Hall Station.

Customs House Hotel at Newcastle

It’s difficult to believe that only a few short decades ago, this grand historic building was used for customs administration. The spacious interior has undergone a total overhaul while still retaining the original ornate ceilings and sweeping cedar wood interior. The brasserie style food uses Australia’s freshest produce to create traditional favourites such as confit of duck leg and steak frites, straight from the old country. Wash it down with a bottle of wine from the cellar and chat the night away under the stars on the beautiful open verandah.

The Point Restaurant at Soldiers Point

Soldier on to the marina at Soldiers Point and take a seat at The Point Restaurant Overlooking the seemingly endless kilometres of untouched scenic bliss in the hinterland of Port Stephen’s Soldiers Point is The Point Restaurant. The focus of the menu is, unsurprisingly, fresh seafood platters and unique seafood meals served alongside a refreshing array of specialty beverages. It doesn’t get much closer to waterside dining than this.

The Depot on Beaumont

Escape to 2050 and be inspired to eat, drink and dance the night away in the uber-modern setting of Hamilton’s famous Masonic Hall. The sleek design makes The Depot on Beaumont the perfect location to host both large and small gathering for that special occasion. Round up all your friends as the tapas and a la carte menus are both designed to be shared and passed around the table. The front bar is famous for making some of the most delectable cocktails, spirits, beers and wines to kick your night off in style.

Frangipan

Want a fine dining experience without the pretension? At Frangipan, the combination of friendly staff, happy fellow diners and the beachside venue creates a more-than- memorable dining experience. Young and enthusiastic chef/owner Lindsay McDonald’s love for the Yamba area and its relaxed lifestyle is obvious from the restaurant’s Modern Australian and Italian menu which showcases the best local produce to the walls bursting with local surfing memorabilia. Sit back and be engulfed by the large purple lounge suite with a glass of house wine and the signature dish of white fish, roasted tomato and mash – drenched in citrus sauces— to end a blissful day in the sun.

The Spice Cellar

Right in the heart of the city, on the basement level of Martin Place, Wine Banc is reborn as The Spice Cellar. This wine bar brings Sydneysiders a taste of New York and former Est and Aria chef Aaron Teece will stand behind the grill as head Chef.

Montpellier Public House

Reflecting the shift in the Australian dining scene, Matt Kemp closed fine dining hatted restaurant Balzac to open Montpellier Public House. The new restaurant offers a more casual experience with the public bar menu located in the wine bar or head upstairs to the 1st floor dining room. Kemp’s menu showcases Modern French and English dishes with an Australian and International wine list to match.

Cyren Restaurant & Bar

This Darling Harbour venue has shrugged off its former role as Jordons Seafood Restaurant, joining the Nick’s Group Restaurant empire and blossoming into Cyren Restaurant & Bar. Restaurateur Nick Manettas is behind the venture and unsurprisingly, the Cyren menu will focus on seafood.

Paradise Marina

Paradise Marina is unique to Forster having both boats for hire and an award wining family cafe nestled on the waterfront of Wallis Lake. Situated just five minutes stroll from Forster CBD the café offers a varied menu for breakfast and lunch. Well supported by the locals in the off season Paradise Marina has become iconic to the region. Booking for lunch is recommended.

Chat Thai Manly

Amy Chanta and her team of culinary masterchefs have long been a staple of the Manly takeaway scene with eager queues almost every night of the week at her Manly Wharf shop where scents of a fragrant penang curry or a zesty prawn stir fry quickly lure you to Chat Thai. However, recently converted to a 50-seater restaurant with a new dessert kitchen and expansive new menu, Chat Thai has finally given Manly the perfect opportunity to enjoy quality Thai food in a vibrant environment, or takeaway if you prefer to lounge at home. Word on the street is that they will have a liquor license soon, but in the meantime they are happy to provide BYO for minimal corkage.