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Mezepotamia Restaurant & Bar
Price: Expensive•Middle Eastern•4.8(90)At Mezepotamia, we take you on a delicious journey through Turkey and the Middle East with a spread of vibrant mezzes, perfectly paired with wines and crafted cocktails. Our mezzes are packed with rich flavours and a nod to tradition, all served with a warm smile in the heart of Redfern. So grab your friends, bring your appetite, and join us for a laid-back, unforgettable experience!Saga Bar
Price: Expensive•International•4.6(455)A mythical island oasis containing a magical hybrid of different influences from India, the Middle East & South East Asia. SAGA brings together the best of all things beautiful and delicious about these regions and combines them all in one unforgettable establishment. Let SAGA whisk you away to a haven where you can enjoy the world’s finest and most exclusive wines, unique and mouth-watering cocktails, and a perfectly seasoned and matching food menu to tie it all together.
La Piazzetta
Price: Expensive•Italian•4.8(18)La Piazzetta brings the warmth of Italy to Waterloo with its modern-rustic atmosphere. Savour authentic pizzas cooked in a traditional Italian Masonry Stone oven, and fresh house-made pasta dishes. This vibrant Italian restaurant offers a true taste of Italy and a unique dining experience.Andiamo Trattoria Chippendale
Price: Expensive•Italian•4.7(66)Welcome to Andiamo Trattoria, the best Italian in Sydney CBD! Gather at our Table for an authentic experience of delicious Italian flavours, friendly service and an intimate environment. Our menu features classic dishes like homemade pasta, award-winning stonebaked pizza and fresh seafood using local and imported Italian ingredients. Signature dishes such as chilli crab linguine, lamb ragu and Margherita Pizza are popular with locals as is our special vegan menu, giving many options for special dietary requirements. Our cozy, rustic ambiance is the best restaurant for gatherings - perfect for romantic dinners, family dining and special celebrations or events. We also offer a well-curated Italian wine menu, along with handcrafted cocktails and non-alcoholic drinks. For celebrating special events, we offer customisable function menus and drinks' packages to make your event unforgettable. Andiamo is a popular local trattoria, great for long lunch or amazing dinners - Join us!
Cartel
Price: Moderate•South American•4.5(21)Begin your journey through Latin America, one dish at a time.
Latin American cuisine is immensely varied, with a dish for every climate and occasion. With dishes inspired by Latin America’s rich cultural history, each plate brings with it a unique set of flavours. From Peruvian ceviche to Argentinian sirloin and, of course, tapas and tacos.
Cartel is the perfect place to enjoy a night out with friends over delicious food and Latin American themed cocktails.Eastside Bar & Grill
Price: Expensive•Grill•4.4(162)Eastside Bar & Grill pays homage to the upmarket dining experiences of New York, nestled within a heritage listed warehouse, evoking the atmosphere of New York’s famed meatpacking district.
At Eastside you'll find incredible seafood and the finest cuts of meat that have been dry-aged in-house and prepared on the beautiful custom-built Parrilla wood-fire grill by Head Chef Sebastian Plazas and team.
Dark, sexy and theatrical, the restaurant features a leather paneled bar with bronze back bar display. A custom brass light fixture, a runway of herringbone flooring and an assortment of steel and leather chairs, marrying the existing raw structure of this 100-year-old building.
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- KKatherineSydney •6 reviews5.0Dined todayFantastic restaurant. Food was top notch, atmosphere and service also excellent. That garlic bread though!!!More infoFontana - RedfernPrice: Expensive• Italian• Redfern•4.8
- AAndrewSydney •1 review5.0Dined 2 days agoOrdered the veal and the pasta with guainchale, was amazing both of them. The wine was good. Service good. Fries good.More infoPellegrino 2000Price: Expensive• Italian• Surry Hills•4.7
- EEvaSydney •1 review5.0Dined 3 days agoWhat a great place! Delicious food, super friendly staff and nice atmosphere. Can especially recommend the octopus, onion dolma and the lamb skewers. Best dinner I’ve had in a long time!More infoMezepotamia Restaurant & BarPrice: Expensive• Middle Eastern• Redfern•4.8
- PPaulGold Coast •1 review4.0Dined 4 days agoThe Grounds Coffee Factory is the best amongst all the other "The Grounds" venues. The atmosphere is great. The food is good. The service is fantastic. The place is spacious. The coffee is great too. We had the Strozzapreti Pasta and Chicken Burger. The pasta tastes delicious and very nice. The Chicken is a bit fried for the burger but overall presentation is okay.More infoThe Grounds Coffee FactoryPrice: Moderate• Australian• Eveleigh•4.4
- RrichardLondon •2 reviews5.0Dined on Apr 16, 2025Excellent food and wine, great value and friendly service.More infoBART Jr.Price: Moderate• Australian• Redfern•4.8
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Dog friendly restaurants in Inner South include The Grounds of Alexandria Cafe, The Potting Shed and Frenchies Bistro & Brewery
Child friendly restaurants in Inner South include The Grounds of Alexandria Cafe, The Potting Shed and Viet