Food & Drink

121BC

Situated near sibling Vini, 121BC offers over 300, mostly biodynamic, Italian wines. Wine by the glass in the bar covers every Italian region and the wine menu changes monthly. The food is simple and seasonal.

Address

4/50 Holt St (via Gladstone St).

Phone

9699 1582
Ampersand Surry Hills

Feed your minds and stomach at Ampersand's latest space, where second-hand books line the walls of this breezy cafe and wine bar. All day breakfasts to soothe the night before meet with an extended dinner tapas range and cocktails.

Address

413 Crown St, Surry Hills

Phone

9318 1116
Baccomatto Osteria

This sophisticated tribute to the classic osteria combines culinary nous with rustic charm. Stop by for cheese, wine, prosciutto or homemade pasta - the Italian art of all-day dining with a distinctly Surry Hills twist.

Address

212 Riley Street, Surry Hills

Phone

9215 5140
Bangbang café & espresso bar

A true local cafe serving good honest food made with fresh produce and quality ingredients including the crowd pleasing Fish Finger Sarnie, Welsh Rarebit or their signature Wagyu Burger. Coffee by Campos

Address

113 Reservoir Street

Phone

9281 0018
Bar H

H is for Hamish. After nine years in the kitchen at Kylie Kwong, Hamish and partner Rebecca have transformed an iconic corner cafe into Bar H- a slick, European transitional bar space offering coffee, wine and modern Australian fare all day.

Address

80 Campbell St, Surry Hills

Phone

9280 1980
Bar Rialto

Having perfected their style, Bar Rialto provides top quality Pizzas and Tapas, along with a full bar including tap beers and cocktails. Bar Rialto is the perfect place to come for a quiet drink, full meal, or late night cocktails.

Address

559 Crown Street, Surry Hills

Phone

9310 2266
Berta

Secluded down a laneway, Berta has its roots in Italian cooking. Sibling to Surry Hills restaurant, Vini. The menu is seasonal and designed to share, accompanied by a comprehensive Italian wine list. Four-course sagra dinner every Wednesday.

Address

17-19 Alberta St, Sydney

Phone

9264 6133
bills Surry Hills

A refreshing, relaxed approach to modern Australian dining with a winning formula of great coffee, fresh produce, exceptional service and world-famous eggs.

Address

359 Crown Street, Surry Hills.

Phone

02 9360 4762
Billy Kwong

Inspired by the idea of re-creating a traditional Chinese eating house, Billy Kwong offers restaurant-goers fresh, sustainable and locally sourced dishes that captures the spirt of the Kwong's love of food.

Address

3/355 Crown Street, Surry Hills

Phone

9332 3300
Bishop Sessa

Fancy scallop ceviche, duck terrine or a salmon carpaccio that melts in your mouth? This classy diner's artful nod to French cuisine comes complete with global flourishes. Remember to take your passport.

Address

527 Crown Street, Surry Hills

Phone

8065 7223
Bodega Tapas Bar

With its garishly painted dining room and mouth-watering dishes, Bodega has risen meteorically to become Sydney's tapas institution. Our favourite: the sashimi Kingfish on garlic toast with cuttlefish ceviche and mojama- and share the Bodega family love.

Address

216 Commonwealth Street, Surry Hills

Phone

9212 7766
Bourke Street Bakery

This famous bakery is eternally buzzing. From unique pastries to gourmet sausage rolls and winning sourdough, this Surry Hills institution serves up delectable treats worth lining up for.

Address

633 Bourke Street, Surry Hills

Phone

9699-1011
Button Bar

This candlelit drinkery is an exercise in lo-fi elegance thanks to a wood-panelled interior, sumptuous seating and up-cycled fixtures. Sink into a booth and surrender to a cocktail list that's as adventurous as its décor.

Address

65 Foveaux Street, Surry Hills.

Phone

9211 1544
Cafe Mint

A smart, stylish and intimate space where you'll discover Modern Mediterranean cuisine, including locally adored specials such as sweet breakfast couscous and a delectable spicy lamb with hummus.

Address

579 Crown Street, Surry Hills.

Phone

02 9319 0848
Caffe Sicilia

Located in buzzing Surry Hills, Caffe Sicilia represents an authentic dining experience from old school Sicily. From the rustic regional Sicilian cuisine to the old world service and decor, this cucina, caffe and pasteria evokes 1940s Sicily unlike anywhere else in Sydney.

Address

628 Crown Street, Surry Hills

Phone

9699 8787
Cowbell 808

Eighties decor, mismatched furniture and graffiti murals aside, this joint impresses with homemade cafe fare, including bulging burgers and hotcakes topped with house-smoked bacon ice-cream.

Address

616 Bourke Street, Surry Hills

Phone

9698 5044
Di Bella Coffee Roasting Warehouse

A hub for coffee aficionados, Di Bella Coffee Roasting Warehouse applies a sophisticated attention to the variety and preparation of the coffee bean. Learn about alternative brewing methods or look at the variety of machines, grinders and accessories while you enjoy brunch from their team of chefs.

Address

2/50 Holt Street

Phone

9699 9656
Dome Bar

Eclectic, warm and decadent, DOME is the perfect place to enjoy live performances, unwind with friends, or host a private party, corporate celebration or business conference in one of Sydney's most beautiful bars and function rooms.

Address

589 Crown Street, Surry Hills

Phone

9699 3460
Essenza

Like a Tuscan trattoria, Essenza Italian offers a warm and rustic setting whilst maintaining a commitment to traditional Italian cuisine as shown in its selection of breads, pastas, salads, steaks, veal, chicken and seafood specialties.

Address

560 Crown Street, Surry Hills

Phone

9698 8907
Farmer Jo

A kitchen and cafÃ© producing flavoursome breakfast treats. Hidden down Surry Hill's Hutchinson Street - find it by following the aroma of sweet roasting oats.

Address

45 Hutchinson Street, Surry Hills

Phone
Fifi Foveaux

The ruby wallpaper, red chandeliers, Phillipe Starck gnome stools and fancy decor spell posh but things are kept deliciously simple here. Expect fine coffee and food at great prices in this bustling hangout.

Address

428 Crown Street, Surry Hills.

Phone

02 9380 6881
Formaggi Ocello

Foodies delight in Formaggi Ocello's fine selection of rare Italian, French and Australian farmhouse cheeses, plus breads, jams, mustards, cured hams, fresh seasonal fruits, cafe and wine bar. A welcome retreat from the urban street.

Address

Shop 16, 425 Bourke Street, Surry Hills

Phone

9357 7878
fouratefive

Exceptional food, great juices (watermelon, lemon and mint, or apple, pineapple and mint) and Single Origin coffee makes for a very popular cafe.

Address

485 Crown Street, Surry Hills

Phone

9698 6485
Gelato Messina Surry Hills

The mad professors of Darlinghurst desserts have brought all the fan favourites to the new location too including the poached figs and marsala and salted caramel with white chocolate.

Address

389 Crown Street, Surry Hills

Phone

8354 1223
Gnome Cafe

The perfect spot to settle in for brunch, lunch or dinner, Gnome is a cosy cafe and wine bar with an array of delicious dishes perfectly matched with a specialty coffee or glass of wine.

Address

536 Crown Street, Surry Hills

Phone

9332 3191
Ho.Mei

This unpretentious eatery blends a sense of adventure with the soulfulness of a home kitchen. Come for Asian-style tapas, a well-edited drinks list and the type of warm, unhurried service that elevates your dining encounter to culinary bliss.

Address

Shop 8/38-52 Waterloo Street, Surry Hills

Phone

8021 4806
Hudson Meats

Hudson Meats respects traditional meats and delicacies with integrity by following the paddock to plate philosophy. Sourcing only regional produce they nurture a refined yet humble local experience.

Address

1/410 Crown Street, Surry Hills

Phone

9332 4454
Kawa Cafe

A Parisian-style cafe where creatives gather and indulge in organic meals. Big brekkies, great coffee, homemade cakes, biscuits, pies and a locally renowned luscious organic chicken meatball sandwich.

Address

346-350 Crown Street, Surry Hills.

Phone

02 9331 6811
Koko Espresso Bar

Effortlessly cool, Koko is top on the to-do list of coffee addicts. Sumptuous brekkie and lunch menu including flavoursome sandwiches that locals traverse Sydney for. (Voted 5 out of 5 beans, Sydney Coffee Guide, '05, '06 & '07).

Address

2/118 Devonshire Street (entry via Holt St).

Phone

8399 0100
Le pelican

Ensconced in a heritage building complete with sandstone wall and garden, this French inspired restaurant run by Jean-Francois Salet serves modern meals imbued with the soft, lighter style of Mediterranean cuisine.

Address

411 Bourke Street.

Phone

9380 2622
Li'l Darlin

Like its lovely sisters in Randwick and Darlinghurst, this intimate bar is perennially popular for killer cocktails - the Icyee Lychini is legendary! Enjoy well priced wines and tasty share plates including gourmet tapas pizzas, topped with everything from smoked trout to crispy Peking duck. Arrive early to ensure a seat overlooking the street in the candle-lit, vine-laced space; visit on Sundays for live evening music.

Address

420 Elizabeth St, Surry Hills

Phone

9698 5488
Longrain Surry Hills

Wicked cocktails and Thai street food circulate Longrain's chic and sexy cocktail bar, with resident DJ's setting the perfect mood. Try the Caipiroska, Ping-Pong and Bloody Longrain cocktails, or sit-down to contemporary Thai upstairs.

Address

85 Commonwealth Street, Surry Hills

Phone

9280 2888
Lumiere Café & Patisserie

Relaxed, friendly Bourke Street neighbourhood café & French patisserie. Famous for all day breakfast and some of the best coffee in Sydney. Choose indoor or outdoor dining, or take home a delicious house made cake or patisserie

Address

St Margarets, 425 Bourke Street.

Phone

9331 6184
Maloneys Grocer

Maloneys Grocer is a family owned business centered on a philosophy that 'Life is too short to eat poor quality food'. Their aim is to provide the best quality products to their customers in a friendly and welcoming environment.

Address

4/490 Crown Street, Surry Hills

Phone

9331 3811
Me & Art

A welcoming café and art gallery tucked away in a beautifully restored terrace in Surry Hills. This contemporary Asian gallery specialises in affordable Japanese art. Me & Art also has a coffee roaster who creates sculptures from fresh roasted coffee and the perfect cup for you to enjoy in the graffitied courtyard.

Address

62 Mary Street Surry Hills

Phone

0432 280 356
Mister Fox

Mister Fox is the place to be if you like great food, funky lounge music, superb cocktails and an excellent selection of interesting wines by the glass. A nice selection of craft beers available too.

Address

557 Crown Street, Surry Hills

Phone

0414 691 811
Morena

Headed by Peruvian chef Alejandro Saravia, diners can expect haute cuisine Latin American style at Morena. Saravia deftly combines Peruvian flavours with fine Australian produce from blue eye cod to seared alpaca backstrap.

Address

15/425 Bourke St, Surry Hills

Phone

0405 902 896
MoVida

The Sydney outpost of this celebrated Melbourne tapas empire combines Frank Camorra’s trademark culinary nous with a fitout that nods to Catalan warmth and sophistication. Try the anchovies crowned with tomato sorbet.

Address

50 Holt St, Surry Hills

Phone

8964 7642
Mr Mo

From the bacon-and-egg rolls with chilli-jam to the smashed-egg sandwich with leg ham and Swiss cheese, this café is about comfort food - done exceptionally well. The friendly staff make magical coffees, smoothies and fresh juice.

Address

168 Campbell Street, Surry Hills

Phone

9212 2258
Orto Trading Co.

A British-inspired home to hearty meals with a warm design feel. Graze on truffle popcorn before tucking into rustic share plates like beef and Guinness stew, lamb belly or whole roasted artichoke

Address

38 Waterloo St, Surry Hills

Phone

9698 9427
Parma

This restaurant encapsulates everything that’s good about the Italian town of Parma: antipasto platters with all the trimmings, hard-to-find wines and a lively dining room. Now open for breakfast daily from 8am.

Address

285 Crown Street, Surry Hills

Phone

9332 4974
Pasta Emilia

It is from the deep well of gastronomy in Anna Maria’s home region (Northern Italy’s Emilia-Romagna) where Pasta Emilia’s name and recipe ideas are sourced. A register of tortelli favourites and seasonal creations occupy shelf space in the glass doored fridges and freezer.

Address

259 Riley Street, Surry Hills

Phone

9386 1516
PLAY Bar

Housed in the old 'Chess Discount Store' PLAY Bar is bringing a raw, underground vibe to Surry Hills. Enter through the black timber door and down the stairs to discover an intimate space with turntables, a ghetto blaster hung from the wooden rafters, graffiti murals lining the exposed brick walls and perfectly comfy leather lounges.

Address

Basement, 72 Campbell Street, Surry Hills

Phone

9280 0885
Rainford Street Social

Sink into one of the beckoning corner Chesterfields with a Numero Uno coffee, sip on one of the come-hither cocktails at the bar or dine on a menu of predominantly British influenced dishes designed for sharing with old and new friends alike. The community-orientated nature of Rainford Street Social is evident not just in the OutrÃ© Gallery artworks adorning the walls or the pooch bowls out the front but the sense of homeliness that pervades the whole room.

Address

500 Crown Street, Surry Hills

Phone

9357 2573
Reuben Hills

If you are obsessed with typography you’ll fall in love with Reuben Hills as soon as you see the slightly askew font that graces its signage, which hints at a different sort of inner city cafe. The deceptively small frontage gives way to a long, lean interior that stretches out towards a back alleyway. Inhabitating two levels, the ground floor is home to the cafe that serves coffees sourced from Central America and a simple but delicious menu that could have been lifted from a village diner in Honduras. The upper level is home to the coffee roasting laboratory where you can take part in coffee tastings every Friday at 10am, amongst the impressive coffee roasting equipment.

Address

61 Albion Street, Surry Hills

Phone

9211 5556
Single Origin Roasters

Roasters of sustainably grown coffee from around the world. Serving up their outstanding espresso and delicious food from the cafe, the new Sideshow coffee bar alongside is ideal for a walk-by espresso or alternative brewing method.

Address

60 Reservoir Street, Surry Hills.

Phone

9211 0665
Sparkle Cupcakery

Cupcake devotees can get their sugar fix here. Sparkle Cupcakes are for celebrating with a cheeky indulgence of champagne and cupcakes. Baked daily, each cupcake is hand finished and topped with a splash of colour. Visit for a T Party, Sparkle Bake Class or sweet treat.

Address

132 Foveaux Street, Surry Hills.

Phone

9361 0690
The Apartment

The Apartment, or El Apartmento as the owners like to call it, is located on level one of The Carrington in Surry Hills and is the 70s incarnated... but in an apartment in Barcelona.

Address

Level 1, 563 Bourke Street, Surry Hills

Phone

9360 4714
The Book Kitchen

This warm cookbook-filled enclave with dynamic menu has won local hearts. Sample The Book Kitchen's repertoire of fresh, seasonally appropriate produce with coffee and newspapers in morning light or more exclusively with wine by night.

Address

255 Devonshire St, Surry Hills

Phone

0420 239 469
The Clock Hotel

The regular hangout for the creative, professional Surry Hills crowd. Sip extravagant cocktails at the Balcony Bar (a perfect sunset location), sample delicious tapas and classic 'pub grub', or relax at the ever popular Street Bar booths.

Address

470 Crown Street, Surry Hills.

Phone

9331 5333
The Devonshire

Jeremy Bentley and Matthew Kemp ensure a Modern European experience here where diners are treated like old friends. Plates are adorned with scallops, squid, celeriac and pomegranate through to Devonshire tea creme brulee.

Address

204 Devonshire St, Surry Hills

Phone

9698 9427
The Dolphin Hotel

With its central location, versatile spaces and innovative bistro menu, The Dolphin Hotel is the best pub destination for both Surry Hills locals and the wider Sydney public.

Address

412 Crown Street, Surry Hills

Phone

9331 4800
The Norfolk

The Norfolk re-opened in December 2010 with a brand spanking new pub menu, a new look, an awesome wine list, new drinks and a new outlook.

Address

305 Cleveland Street, Surry Hills

Phone

9699 3177
The Rustic Pearl

A fusion of balkan, mediterranean, turkish, greek and french cuisine. With a focus on quality produce, making as much on the premises as possible.

Address

415 Crown Street, Surry Hills

Phone

0413 444 161
The Sandwich Shop

Reservoir Street's favourite lunchtime twist on the traditional is renowned for sandwiching sustainable and sophisticated ingredients involving pulled pork, fontina cheese and house-made sauces. Breakfast is an option, as are supreme salads and great coffee.

Address

44 Reservoir Street

Phone

9211 8710
The Trinity Bar

A firm favourite with the locals since 1998, The Trinity Bar serves up great food and friendly service in an inviting atmosphere. Settle in with something delicious from the menu paired with a craft beer in either the Outdoor Terrace of Eden's Room, for a great pub-lunch or night out.

Address

505 Crown Street, Surry Hills

Phone

8333 9999
The Wanderer

With friendly staff and a diverse playlist pumping, this is an unassuming and buzzy place perfect for catching up with friends. The menu gives a cheeky nod to dude food but keeps things interesting with a pork schnitzel, rhubarb relish and sauerkraut slider. The cocktails alone warrant a visit - share a one litre ‘bartender crockpot’ of Belly Full of Rum (Havana Bianco, Rhurbarb cordial, ginger beer and lime juice).

Address

501 Elizabeth Street, Surry Hills

Phone

9699 8852
The White Horse Hotel

The White Horse Hotel, Surry Hills, is a grand building distinguished by a giant silver stallion perched on its roof. Inside is a lavishly designed meeting and drinking venue with contrasting spaces spread over two levels featuring sculptural ironwork, a luxurious private roof terrace and an open fireplace.

Address

381-385 Crown Street, Surry Hills

Phone

8333 9999
The Winery

With shrines to Elvis, a playful all day menu and Sydney's only wine laneway - it's clear The Winery isn't taking itself too seriously and really is a place to play.

Address

285A Crown Street, Surry Hills

Phone

8070 2400
Toast Cafe

A fashionable haunt of foodies from all over Sydney, this incredible café, caterer and gourmet retail store has delectable selection of cheese, jams, pasta, olive oil, bread, coffee, tea and gifts.

Address

45 Reservoir Street, Surry Hills

Phone

9280 2615
Tokonoma

Tokonoma's focus on the style of Japanese 'izakaya' dining fuels its sophisticated and sharply designed space with an irresistible allure. Be it intimate social dining or corporate functions, your senses will be indulged on all levels

Address

490 Crown Street, Surry Hills

Phone

9357 6100
Twig Café

Twig Café treats the 'organic' claim seriously, with a solemn promise to sustainability that mixes with serious foodie credentials for an all day brekkie, high tea or lunch experience you won't forget. Stay tuned for news on evening fare.

Address

357 Cleveland St, Surry Hills

Phone

8021 6406
Ume Japanese Restaurant

This celebrated restaurant serves up a masterful take on modern Japanese fare and won itself a Sydney Morning Herald chef's hat in the process. It also offers a sake lineup to stoke your love affair with rice wine.

Address

478 Bourke Street, Surry Hills

Phone

9380 7333
Vini

Find simple yet elegant Italian food put on the menu board daily. Choose from over 25 Italian wines available by the glass. Vini holds weekly regional dinners on Tuesdays.

Address

3/ 118 Devonshire Street (via Holt Street), Surry Hills.

Phone

02 9698 5131
Watts on Crown

Partners in life and business, the owners of Watts on Crown present an inviting bistro reflective of 10 years of European living - a local vibe that can mean something to everyone. Fresh and homemade inspires the evolving menu.

Address

368 Crown St, Surry Hills

Phone

8068 0461
Yachiyo Japanese

Riding on the success of Sushi Yachiyo in Darlinghurst, Katsu Yachiyo is proudly serving creative Japanese deep fried dishes as well as fresh Sushi and Sashimi.

Address

208 Devonshire Street, Surry Hills

Phone

9690 2424
Youeni Foodstore

Youeni's second chapter is about the diverse experience of food. Offering iconic baked treats and delicious fare for breakfast and lunch, every order is treated with ingredients made in-house, including their cultured butter and slow-cooked meats.

Address

3/8 Hill St, Surry Hills

Phone

9380 7575
Yulli's

Yulli's is a vegetarian restaurant, providing share style food that fuses southern European and South East Asian cuisines. There is a 30 strong NSW brewed craft beer list and locally sourced boutique wine list to boot.

Address

417 Crown Street, Surry Hills

Phone

9319 6609
Zensation Tea House

This charming Oriental tea house specialises in Chinese tea and ceremony. It is an emporium for tea lovers, novice to connoisseur - with over 50 house specialties. Alongside its tea collection, Zensation also hosts appreciation courses.

Address

656 Bourke Street, Redfern East

Phone

9319 2788
Zushi Surry Hills

This local take on izakaya dining serves up artful sashimi along with an ambience that conjures the elegant backstreets of Kyoto. Ask for a Ginger Ninja cocktail and retire to the sake garden for a piece of Japan-inspired bliss.

Address

2A/285A Crown Street, Surry Hills

Phone

9380 8830