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1. Glass Brasserie
4.5
Awesome(1905)
Price: Expensive
• Modern Australian • Sydney CBD
Booked 16 times today
Glass Brasserie is an eloquent, lofty restaurant and wine bar with panoramic views overlooking Sydney's historic Queen Victoria Building. Under the culinary guidance of head chef Natalie Murphy, the Glass team dreams up honest, simple culinary experiences that celebrate the finest seasonal produce in imbued flavour.The brasserie-style menu is designed to take guests on a journey, losing themselves in the enclaves of the restaurant's ambiance, flavours and character. Glass boasts one of Sydney's most comprehensive wine lists, curated by Head Sommelier, Mauro Bortolato for almost two decades. The 3,500 strong collection is encased in a striking wine wall that spans floor to ceiling through the space. Designed by renowned interior designer, Tony Chi, the restaurant's interior exudes equal party's intimacy and grandeur with it's ambient open-plan kitchen and expansive day-to-night dining experiences.Located on Level 2, 488 George Street, Sydney.
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2. Margaret
4.8
Exceptional(852)
Price: Very Expensive
• Modern Australian • Double Bay
Booked 63 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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3. Civico 47
4.8
Exceptional(78)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • Paddington
Booked 11 times today
Civico 47 ("House Number 47") is located at the iconic 47 Windsor Street in Paddington overlooking . Chef Matteo Zamboni showcases the best of Australian produce in a menu filled with seasonal inspiration from Italy’s most famous regions (try; Beef Carpaccio, Prawn Mafalde, Mandarin Duck). Sommelier extraordinarrie Luke Collard helps you to captivate the essence of your meal with a profound wine selection. Civico has garnered a Chef's Hat & two Wine Goblet's in each year of operation but with it's casual-fine dining interior feel and style, it is perfectly suited for an intimate dinner for two, for larger catch ups or group lunches/dinners with family and friends. Civico 47, is your home away from home and we look forward to having you!
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4. Holy Duck!
4.5
Awesome(123)
Price: Expensive
• Contemporary Asian • Chippendale
Booked 13 times today
Located smack-bang between Central and Broadway, you’ll find Holy Duck! on Sydney’s favourite foodie laneway, Kensington Street. This is modern-Chinese cuisine at its ducking best. You’ll be saying “duck me!” when you taste how they transform traditional dishes into exciting new favourites. With a diverse menu of casual eats and next-level Chinese BBQ, Holy Duck! is a nod to the joys of Chinese street food. Watch as the chefs expertly prepare crispy, succulent ducks from the huge, traditional hanging gallery. They’re delicious! Not in the mood to duck? No worries. There’s plenty of other meat and vegetarian options. Love hot and spicy? Just ask your friendly waiter for more chilli; that’ll really set off some firecrackers.
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5. CATALINA
4.8
Exceptional(137)
Price: Very Expensive
• Modern Australian • Rose Bay North
Booked 24 times today
Catalina is an iconic harbourside restaurant, family owned and operated since 1994. It is a light airy modern space with wonderful views, floor to ceiling glass, and outdoor balcony seating. The menu is Mediterranean-inspired and features sustainable seafood from the best producers Australia-wide, and grass fed and free range meat and poultry. The wine list is one of the best wine lists in Australia, featuring over 800 wines, and receiving a 3 Goblet rating every year in the Wine List of the Year Awards. The service is welcoming, friendly, informal and yet, professional. An ideal venue for all occasions: from everyday dining, to business lunches, to celebrations, to wedding receptions and events. We look forward to seeing you soon.
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6. Elements Bar and Grill Pyrmont
4.3
Awesome(126)
Price: Expensive
• Australian • Pyrmont
Booked 47 times today
Elements Bar and Grill has become a dream destination among connoisseurs who appreciate taste of fine food over anything else. No matter what the weather is like around you, you will find it right at home with our cozy seating arrangement and homey ambience. You will be surrounded with smell of freshly cooked steaks, close glimpse of elegant wine and vibe of euphoria coming from our staffs who don’t bother to go extra miles to bring the best food you truly deserve.Whenever you are waiting for your food to come to your table, you may as well take a sneak peak at our meat fridge which is nothing but a teaser of what’s cooking inside. Our customers have fallen in love with this place, its people and what we offer.
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7. The Lord Nelson Brewery Hotel
4.6
Exceptional(15)
Price: Moderate
• Australian • Millers Point
Booked 16 times today
Sydney’s oldest continually licensed hotel, located in the historic Rocks precinct and home of Australia's oldest pub brewery. The Lord is recognised around the world for its award-winning beers, wine list, food and accommodation.The Lord is recognised around the world for its award-winning beers, wine list, food and accommodation. Come see for yourself and experience it all!
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8. CARMELA Nonna of Piccolina
4.7
Exceptional(46)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • Double Bay
Booked 16 times today
AUTHENTIC ITALIAN FOOD + WARM ITALIAN VIBES Nonna style, casual dining. Welcome to our home.
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9. Le Salle Dining by Bar Chaplin
4.9
Exceptional(58)
Price: Very Expensive
• Modern European • Surry Hills
Booked 2 times today
Tuck away in a corner on the quiet Hutchinson Street in Surry Hills, Le Salle Dining has softly opened. This intimate restaurant is reservation only, and serves contemporary cooking inspired by those cuisines of the old wine countries.-We offer a 5 courses menu du jour @ $118 p.p or 7 course menu @ $168p.p (that changes frequently) and 1 drink min. spend on Beverages p.p. However, there are several dishes for supplements to add on. If you or your guests might have certain dietary requirements, please kindly inform us at least 24hours prior to your bookings.-We Are fully licenced, no BYO-Cancellation Fee, in the event of no show or cancellations within 72 hours to dining a $108 per person cancellation fee will apply.
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10. Grain Bar Sydney
4.5
Awesome(7)
Price: Moderate
• Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service • The Rocks
Booked 2 times today
Grain Bar is a vibrant cocktail and whiskey bar located in The Rocks, Sydney, offering an impressive selection of local craft beers, organic wines, and international cocktails. Situated near Circular Quay, it's perfect for those exploring the area's iconic attractions. The bar is known for its creative cocktail presentations, using fresh, locally sourced ingredients. It has won several accolades, including the Australian Good Food Guide Readers' Choice Award in 2023. The bar combines contemporary glamour with a laid-back vibe, making it a popular spot for happy hour enthusiasts, whisky lovers, and seafood fans.

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From verified diners like you
From verified diners like you
  • Alan
    Sydney •1 review
    5.0
    Dined today
    Food and service exemplary. We had the all you can eat Set Menu and every dish was spectacular. The servers were eager to ensure we enjoyed the experience... and the amazing food. Second servings were offered eagerly and, if we could have fitted them in, thirds. Our first visit of many I'm sure.
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    Holy Duck!Price: Expensive• Contemporary Asian• Chippendale
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    4.5
  • Lauren
    Sydney •30 reviews
    5.0
    Dined today
    Amazing afternoon tea collab with Koko Black. The crème brûlée scone was delicious and all the Koko Black treats were amazing. It was my husband’s birthday and they gave us more dessert, on the house, to celebrate. Couldn’t fault anything. Highly recommend!
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    Glass BrasseriePrice: Expensive• Modern Australian• Sydney CBD
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    4.5
  • Kim
    Melbourne •1 review
    5.0
    Dined today
    Exceptional food and wonderful service in a beautifully designed space! We will be back !
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    MargaretPrice: Very Expensive• Modern Australian• Double Bay
    •
    4.8
  • Kristina
    Melbourne •3 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 1 day ago
    Amazing food and service ! Nice mood lighting, romantic and friendly! Highly recommended, will definitely return when back in Sydney!
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    Civico 47Price: Expensive• Italian• Paddington
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    4.8
  • jill
    Sydney •3 reviews
    5.0
    Dined on Apr 14, 2025
    A wonderful way to celebrate a spritely 90 year olds birthday. The team made her feel so special & placed us in the best table, on the deck on a glorious sunny sydney afternoon. Attentive, with subtle special attention without being over bearing. The menu & food was exquisite, beautiful flavours with immaculate presentation. We have been a few times before and will be back again- many thanks for making this celebration special (TBF, the weather & view helped!) Highly recommend!
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    CATALINAPrice: Very Expensive• Modern Australian• Rose Bay North
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    4.8

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