Food & Drink
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Alonso's Spanish Tapas
Disappear from Bondi's air of modern hip and into the authentic Spanish surrounds of this tapas haunt loved for accommodating service, to-die-for sangria and the garlic prawns to beat.
- Address
- Shop 3, 57-59 Beach Rd, Bondi Beach
- Phone
- 9130 2004
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Bananapalm Vietnamese Cuisine
This modern interpretation of the traditional Vietnamese restaurant invites guests on a colourful journey through history with signature tastes and cooking techniques. Expect classic concepts bursting with Asian flavours combining to mark each dish a 'hero.' Start with Banh Xeo (traditional savoury pancake with pork, prawns, mung beans, bean sprouts and onions) and finish with the likes of lamb shank curry with sweet potato and eggplant. Fully licensed and BYO, it's a winner.
- Address
- 260 Arden St, Coogee
- Phone
- 9665 1212
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Barzura
Hospitality with heart, this fundraiser-friendly cafe, restaurant and bar is blessed with a view second to none. Guests are invited to marvel over Wedding Cake Island and the Pacific ocean - along with the menu of course.
- Address
- 62 Carr St, Coogee Beach
- Phone
- 9665 5546
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Beach Road Hotel
Aussie spirit, pacific soul, international flavour. A local institution with free live music 6 nights a week. Lunch and Dinner 7 days.
- Address
- 71 Beach Road, Bondi Beach
- Phone
- 9130 7247
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Black Pony Café
The Black Pony is a welcome and hip addition to Coogee's main drag. Cafe by day and bistro by night, the setting is laid back sophistication with a French Italian fair. Don't miss the seared Dunstan Park duck breast or the orgagnic honey & vanilla bean panacotta. A galloping reputation as 'masters of the bacon and egg roll' suggests these guys are equally well versed in the signature Aussie breakfast.
- Address
- 252 Coogee Bay Rd, Coogee
- Phone
- 9664 9440
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Blue Orange
Cafe by day, intimate bistro by night, Blue Orange serves comfort food a block from the beach. Blonde-wood furniture and suede banquettes beg you to linger over salmon scrambled eggs, chicken salads and slow-cooked lamb
- Address
- 49 Hall Street, Bondi Beach
- Phone
- T: 9300 9885
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Bondi Tucker
Food stylist Ben Masters has launched a fresh take on tapas in a relaxed cafe restaurant where impressive breakfasts, superb coffee and leisurely lunches and dinners offer guests a taste of local lifestyle.
- Address
- 80 Hall Street, Bondi Beach.
- Phone
- 9130 8080
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Brown Sugar
A solid favourite among locals, Brown Sugar offers sweet service and a wholesome approach to dining. It's about local, healthy hand made Italian and French fair in the evening and affordable affluence in the morning.
- Address
- 106 Curlewis St, Bondi Beach
- Phone
- 9130 1566
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Cafe Lilliputien
Open for breakfast and lunch, this quirky cafe has a loyal following thanks to its freshly baked pastries, organic coffee and inspired meals including the Spicy Lilliputien: chorizo ragout, poached eggs, fresh chilli, basil leaves.
- Address
- 112A O'Brien Street, Bondi Beach
- Phone
- T: 8065 0699
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Ceviche
The views of Coogee Beach from this contemporary Australian restaurant are hard to beat. Tear your eyes away and you'll enjoy equal visual feasts on your plate: Yamba prawns or kangaroo with beetroot relish, perhaps?
- Address
- 56 Carr Street, Coogee
- Phone
- T: 9315 8811
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Chapter One
Ocean views compete for attention with Allpress coffee and delectable cheese and charcuterie as evening sets in. The wine list hosts boutique flavours from South Australia to Spain with the service proving equally exclusive.
- Address
- 34 Campbell Pde, Bondi Beach
- Phone
- 0416 201 601
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Club Sandwich Bondi
The bigger the better at this joint. The day begins with bacon and egg rolls and coffee from The Grounds Roasters, continuing into lunch with salads and sandwiches pilled high with deli goods. Finish off with their famous fresh iced watermelon juice.
- Address
- 2 Jaques Avenue, Bondi
- Phone
- T: 9365 7250
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Croquembouche Bondi
The indecisive will want to avoid this French patisserie, one of three Sydney outlets by Laurence and Frederic Caillon. Together they whip and glaze dozens of sweet and savoury treats, from croquembouche towers that defy gravity to macarons in every flavour under the sun and cakes - fondant, opera, nougatine - that will leave you weak. And then there are the tarts, truffles, petits fours… Visit for breakfast or lunch and enjoy French specialties and piled-high sandwiches.
- Address
- 91 Bondi Road, Bondi
- Phone
- T: 9386 1265
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Darley Street Bistro
Like its older sister in Newtown, this casual eatery takes bistro classics and gives them a modern edge. Expect generous servings of slow-braised lamb, spaghetti marinara and Angus fillet paired with a well-priced wine list.
- Address
- 309 Clovelly Road, Clovelly
- Phone
- T: 8068 2182
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Drift at Ravesi's
Ravesi's exclusive new cocktail lounge for the Bondi A-list and visitors, Drift boasts incredible beachside views, an exquisite menu and a world class cocktail and wine experience. Takes contemporary luxury to new heights.
- Address
- 118 Campbell Pde, Bondi Beach
- Phone
- 9365 4422
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Icebergs Dining Room and Bar
A revamped swimming complex now home to a five star bar and restaurant gracing the cliffs of South Bondi. Floor to ceiling windows opening on to a balcony enhance this exceptional dining and bar experience.
- Address
- 1 Notts Avenue, Bondi Beach.
- Phone
- 9365 9000
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Le Petit Café
On of the Eastern Suburbs 'best kept secrets,' this backstreet French affair takes the origin seriously � from interior to tastes, coffee and crockery, the experience is real. Think crepes, baguettes and Di Gabriel coffee.
- Address
- 63A Dudley St, Coogee
- Phone
- 9665 0638
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misschu Bondi
Slightly removed from the masses, the queen of rice paper rolls has set up shop in a fashionably tucked away Bondi Beach laneway. Serving up Misschu's usual favourites, enjoy a selection of Sake poured at the stylish inside bar, with some Banh Xeo specialties from their newly added Vietnamese Crepery.
- Address
- 178 Campbell Pde
- Phone
- 9365 7762
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Namaste
Guests at this Indian restaurant are given a front-row seat to action in the kitchen, where chefs prepare countrywide specialties including chicken reshmi kebab from the tandoor oven as well as vegetarian favourite, aloo tikki.
- Address
- 1/80 Hall Street, Bondi Beach
- Phone
- 8021 8217
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Nick's Bondi Beach Pavilion
Combining the best fresh local seafood and quality chargrills, the innovative cuisine is complemented by an extensive range of premium Australian wines. Perfect for special occasions as Nicks provides an unforgettable experience.
- Address
- Queen Elizabeth Drive, Bondi Beach Pavilion.
- Phone
- 9365 4122
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North Bondi Italian Food
North Bondi Italian Food is a high voltage Italian trattoria. It's all about lifestyle, Italian food, and ethical eating. Be it a Sunday arvo or a special dinner for two, watch the sunset over the water with a plate of pasta and a Campari and orange.
- Address
- 118-120 Ramsgate Ave, North Bondi
- Phone
- 9300 4400
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Paper Planes
Paper cranes, not planes, hang from the ceiling at this creative Japanese joint. And that's not the only quirk. Martinis come shaken with wasabi, and edamame are topped with chilli-salt. It's fun, tasty and lively. The pretty plates of food range from salmon tartare nachos with wasabi-miso dressing to skewers of mocha rice cake and smoked spek. Don't miss the green tea Rocher for dessert - a Japanese take on the moreish Ferrero Rocher.
- Address
- Shop 15, The Beach House, 178 Campbell Parade, Bondi Beach
- Phone
- T: 9300 0673
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Porch Bread & Wine Parlour
Walking into Porch Bread & Wine Parlour you’ll find three venues in one. The bakery, with moreish pastries and pies; the cafe, serving coffee and eggs with trimmings; and the intimate wine bar, offering indulgent share boards.
- Address
- 17/110 Ramsgate Avenue, Bondi Beach
- Phone
- 9300 0111
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Raw Bar
As its name suggests, this Japanese eatery does wonders with uncooked ingredients, from sashimi to seaweed salad. But there are hot favourites as well - teriyaki, tempura, udon - complemented by a thoughtful sake list.
- Address
- Shop 1, 136 Warners Avenue, Bondi Beach
- Phone
- T: 9365 7200
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Sel-Fish
It's all in the special blend batter at Sel-Fish; the Eastern suburbs' pick for fish 'n' chips. Whether you like it clean, battered, grilled or flash fried the taste is fresh, light and crispy.
- Address
- 491 Bronte Rd, Bronte
- Phone
- 9387 7956
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Sonoma Cafe Bondi
These signature scientists of sourdough bread and deluxe coffee have joined the down town Bondi culture with a tidy set up as part of a designer food and fashion development. From the organic flour to sea salt and downright passion poured into every loaf, Sonoma products are made with integrity - the most valuable ingredient of all. Enjoy diverse breads, gourmet sandwiches, in-house muesli, pastries and deluxe treats for home.
- Address
- R10/178 Campbell Pde, Bondi Beach
- Phone
- 9130 1124
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Speakeasy Bar
This cosy and bohemian local favourite serves up fresh, Mediterranean style tapas with an affordable global wine-list. They also do breakfast, brunch and lunch on the weekends.
- Address
- 83 Curlewis St, Bondi Beach
- Phone
- 9130 2020
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SumBar
The points of difference are endless at this characteristically Melbourne meets Madrid and 1930s Bordello drinking and eating hole. Every agenda is met with an upstairs lounge, beer garden, live music scene and psychic readings.
- Address
- 50-52 Frenchmans Rd, Randwick
- Phone
- 9399 6669
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Sun Cafe
From interesting breakfast specials to generous pasta dishes, this light-filled cafe doesn't disappoint. The baguette menu - one of the most extensive in Sydney - paired with smoothies, coffee and fresh juice is a winning combination. Fully licenced.
- Address
- 27 Blair Street, Bondi Beach
- Phone
- T: 9300 0659
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Sushi St
Fast, fresh and without fuss, the sushi train here is hard to beat. From ready-to-go plates and a la carte specials - think chicken-and-avocado rolls, sashimi salads, miso with myo ga and spicy udon noodles - to the funky designer lighting and anamaie wall mural, this place packs a punch. The wine list is equally interesting, with sake, wine and beer (including Orion on tap) labels thoughtfully selected to pair with seafood and light Japanese fare.
- Address
- 76 Hall Street, Bondi Beach
- Phone
- T: 9365 5672
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T's Book Cafe
There's a lot to like about this gem, uniting quality reading material and tasty comfort food. Pick up a second-hand book and order the Shakespeare (beef pie with mash) or Steinbeck (Weisswurst hotdog with sauerkraut).
- Address
- 136-138 Avoca Street, Randwick
- Phone
- T: 9399 5981
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The Anchor Bar and Restaurant
These guys know tequila. Actually, they know about everything it takes to create memorable moments with food and drink, serving up fresh sustainable fish, a late night menu, unique wine list and margaritas to a rock'n'roll soundtrack.
- Address
- 8 Campbell Parade, Bondi Beach
- Phone
- 8084 3145
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The Atlas Kiosk
Pull up a curbside milk crate at this cafe, where the menu is as eclectic as the design. Worldly curios, including a jukebox and vintage Turkish movie posters, complement beach shack-chic flourishes such as reclaimed wood panels and a menu of milkshakes and sundaes. People of all walks lounge at the communal table, flipping through magazines and making the most of the free Wi-Fi, occasionally pausing to order inspired spice driven dishes such as Turkish gozleme and Israeli shakshuka.
- Address
- 14 Hall Street, Bondi Beach
- Phone
- T: 9130 5301
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The Corner House
Crafted to create a laid-back feel that nods to the historic roots of the building, salvaged railway tracks, wooden ferry pews and steel floors form a homely space to enjoy an expertly crafted cocktail, peep into the open kitchen or share food with friends.
- Address
- 281 Bondi Rd, Bondi
- Phone
- 8020 6698
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The Corner House
Crafted to create a laid-back feel that nods to the historic roots of the building, salvaged railway tracks, wooden ferry pews and acid-treated steel floors form a series of homely spaces to enjoy an expertly crafted cocktail, watch the action in the open kitchen or share seasonal Italian food with friends.
- Address
- 281 Bondi Road, Bondi
- Phone
- 8020 6698
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The Crossing
A reputation for creative serves of sophisticated liquor and a clientele equally refined ensures this dark and sexy bar feels more New York City than Bondi Beach.
- Address
- 13 O'Brien St, Bondi Beach
- Phone
- 9365 4134
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The Hill Eatery
Isolated and with a view, The Hill Eatery is about farm-to-plate freshness rarely tasted elsewhere. A nod to the owners' Port Lincoln roots, rich seafood features prominently across the share style menu perfectly paired with winning wines.
- Address
- Shop 5, 39-53 Campbell Pde, North Bondi
- Phone
- 9130 2200
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The Travel Cafe by Whitestar Travel
This cafe is all about changing the environment in which we book holidays. Expect coffee and snacks paired with travel magazines and books - plus iPads and consultants should you feel inspired to explore the globe.
- Address
- 163 Glenayr Avenue, Bondi Beach
- Phone
- T: 9130 1345
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Three Blue Ducks
Three Blue Ducks is a small, intimate licensed restaurant located a short stroll up the hill from Bronte beach. The food is of the highest quality reflecting the head chefs' fine dining resumes, but is served in a casual cafe setting.
- Address
- 143 Macpherson Street, Bronte
- Phone
- 9389 0010