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1. Neptune's Grotto
4.9
Exceptional(151)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • Sydney CBD
Booked 62 times today
The Pellegrino 2000 Team to Open Neptune’s Grotto, a Basement Italian Joint in the CBD.
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2. The Grounds of Alexandria Cafe
4.2
Awesome(2862)
Price: Moderate
• Café • Alexandria
Booked 114 times today
The Cafe food and drinks menu is bursting with fresh flavour, made with the finest quality ingredients and created with The Grounds own grown and locally sourced produce. The Cafe at The Grounds has team of chefs who constantly push the boundaries and reinvents the classics in order to deliver you perfect flavour combinations that will make you want to come back time and time again.NOTE: At The Cafe, to ensure that everyone has an opportunity to dine in, we operate on a walk-in only basis for smaller tables during peak hours. If no tables are available on arrival, we will add you to an electronic waiting list and text you when your table is ready, leaving you free to explore the rest of The Grounds. Rest assured, all groups on the wait list will be able to dine-in on the day.
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3. The Potting Shed
4.4
Awesome(3905)
Price: Moderate
• Modern Australian • Alexandria
Booked 87 times today
The Potting Shed is a place to meet, eat, drink, relax and chat your day and night away – where hanging plants, terracotta pots and timber beams meet brass, brick and iron. Where you can plant yourself down on the swing seat, bench or at the bar and feel like you are on your family’s porch.It’s a lively place where you can hoe into fresh, locally harvested produce, delivered by our shed-hands. The same hands that will deliver you good-natured banter, craft beers on tap, great tasting wines and unique cocktails.The menu offers cozy share options for groups, three course substantial meal choices for those wanting to make an evening of it and a fun selection of nibbles for people wanting a light after-work snack with their cocktails or a share jug amongst friends.Plus, enjoy exclusive after-dark access to The Grounds of Alexandria's latest laneway attractions when you dine in!
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4. Margaret
4.8
Exceptional(851)
Price: Very Expensive
• Modern Australian • Double Bay
Booked 60 times today
Margaret is a neighbourhood restaurant at its core, but it’s also evolved into something more than that. It’s about comfort, generosity, and cosiness.At Margaret, we work with the best quality produce that Australia has to offer. Chef Neil Perry AM has spent years developing relationships with some of the best suppliers in the country. We are predominantly a seafood restaurant and are very fortunate to receive our seafood direct from our fishermen, caught sustainably and dry filleted here onsite at Margaret, so we can ensure that all that love and care our wonderful fisherman have taken is seen all the way through. The menu at Margaret is diverse and inspired by all the flavours that Neil has been collecting over his 45+ years in the industry. Margaret
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5. Song Bird
4.5
Awesome(308)
Price: Very Expensive
• Contemporary Asian • Double Bay
Booked 38 times today
Song Bird delivers an exceptional culinary experience, celebrating the vibrant flavours of Modern Asian cuisine. Drawing inspiration from China, Japan, Korea, and Thailand, the menu is designed for sharing—a reflection of Neil’s deep appreciation for Southeast and Northeast Asian culinary traditions. Committed to fresh, locally sourced, premium ingredients, Song Bird offers a dining experience that is both elevated and authentic. Situated in Sydney’s Double Bay and set over three levels, Song Bird exudes a sophisticated yet welcoming ambience. Housed in the heritage-listed 1960’s masterpiece ‘Gaden House’, designed by architect the late Neville Gruzman, Song Bird's interior immerses guests in contemporary elegance with a subtle nod to Chinese sensibilities. Neil Perry AM is one of Australia’s leading and most influential chefs. He has been the Food, Beverage & Service Director at QANTAS for 25+years, creating one of the best dining experiences in the sky.
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6. Fontana - Redfern
4.8
Exceptional(129)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • Redfern
Booked 14 times today
A bustling, independent restaurant located upstairs on Redfern Street.Fontana serves Italian food from a frequently changing menu, wines made with care, a small selection of cocktails, and plenty of good times. We have a small bar where walk-ins are always welcome.
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7. Bobbie's
4.3
Awesome(42)
Price: Moderate
• Speakeasy • Double Bay
Booked 11 times today
Bobbie's is a New York-inspired cocktail bar. Walk-ins welcome or make a reservation. At Bobbie's it's all about mid-century furnishings, plush velvet, great music, world-class cocktails and bar food curated by Neil Perry.In partnership with Linden Pride of the renowned Dante, New York, Bobbie’s has the underground energy of a New York style cocktail bar with the refined, sophisticated flair of a Neil Perry institution. It’s about keeping things in the family: when Linden was 17, he was polishing glasses at Neil’s Rockpool restaurant. In a full-circle moment, they’ve come together to showcase their passion for produce-driven experiences.Located in the basement of 24 Bay St, Double Bay, the same Neville Gruzman-designed heritage building as Neil’s Song Bird restaurant, Bobbie’s was named after Linden’s grandfather, the legendary radio broadcaster Bob Rogers, who mingled with the likes of the Beatles and the Rolling Stones in their heyday.
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8. The Grounds of the City
4.4
Awesome(3646)
Price: Moderate
• Modern Australian • Sydney CBD
Booked 73 times today
The Grounds of the City, the second outpost from the team behind The Grounds of Alexandria, is bringing soul back to the CBD with old-school service and charm. Located in the heart of the CBD and bustling with activity, The Grounds of the City is tailor-made for a marvellous time; no matter the occasion. Start your day right as our baristas expertly serve up The Grounds house-roasted espresso and filter coffees, or end it in the best possible way and cosy in with our selection of cocktails and a dinner menu that features something for everyone. You’ll find our coffee sommelier at The Barista’s Bar ready to take you through a tailored coffee experience, and our tea lady roaming the room with a trolley adorned with fresh coffee, our selection of ethically sourced teas and cakes.
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9. Zushi - Surry Hills
4.6
Exceptional(737)
Price: Expensive
• Japanese • Surry Hills
Booked 44 times today
Zushi - Surry Hills is a foodie's delight, with its modern Japanese cuisine made from fresh, local and sustainable ingredients. Reviewers rave about the superb service, beautiful food presentation, and the diverse, interesting menu. The restaurant's unique Omakase experience is a standout, taking diners on a culinary journey. The relaxed atmosphere and friendly staff add to the appeal. Whether you're a meat eater or a vegan/vegetarian, there's something for everyone. The restaurant is also fully licensed, offering an exciting list of cocktails, sake, beer, and wines.
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10. Goryon San
4.4
Awesome(481)
Price: Expensive
• Japanese • Surry Hills
Booked 28 times today
We are a neighbourhood restaurant in Surry Hills, Sydney. The brand "Goryon San" is from Japan. We serve Japanese yakitori, Ramen, Sake and also beer, wine.
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