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Bars & Restaurants

121BC

121BC

Italian wine shop & bar

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

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3 Weeds Rozelle

3 Weeds Rozelle

Iconic, award-winning bar and restaurant

Winner of the Gastro Pub of the year, AHA(NSW) Awards 2008 and rated a Top 10 Pub in Sydney, in the SMH Good Food Guide 2009, the 3 Weeds Rozelle is an iconic, award winning restaurant, bars and function venue. Now open for Sunday lunch.

Address
197 Evans St, Rozelle
Phone
9818 2788

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Après Restaurant

Après Restaurant

Intimate martini bar and restaurant

Originally home to the famed Roosevelt Hotel, Apres Restaurant brings together plush, old-school grandeur with contemporary French dining. Sip on a martini at the bar or get comfortable in a booth for a languid degustation.

Address
32 Orwell Street, Potts Point.
Phone
9331 1889

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ArtHouse Hotel

ArtHouse Hotel

Award-winning restaurant and bar

Built in 1836, this inner city building has been faithfully restored to its former glory - presenting an amazing, multi-award winning venue with old world charm, four bars and an a la carte restaurant.

Address
275 Pitt Street, Sydney.
Phone
9284 1200

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Australian Youth Hotel

Australian Youth Hotel

Modern gastro pub, restaurant and bar

This classic pub is one of the finest in Sydney. The main bar has an impeccable old English charm while further inside the restaurant serves exceptional gastro-pub meals - but not at gastro prices. Out the back is a beer garden complete with a majestic Centenary fig tree and upstairs, available for functions, is the Nude Bar - a decadent cocktail and wine bar that tips its hat to its colourful past as a brothel via the arty nudes that adorn its walls.

Address
63 Bay Street, Glebe
Phone
9692 0414

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Baja Cantina

Baja Cantina

Mexican restaurant & beer garden

Chef Robert Comings shows off his extensive expertise in Californian Mexican cuisine at this authentic Latin American eatery. Enjoy sumptuous, spicy dishes and freshly-made sangria inside or in their buzzing outdoor beer garden.

Address
43-45 Glebe Point Road, Glebe
Phone
9571 1199

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Balcony Bar

Balcony Bar

Sophisticated wine & tapas bar

Spread over three floors, this sumptuous but relaxed bar is the latest addition in the to-do list of the urban Sydney crowd. Enjoy a cocktail and tapas or soak up some live acoustic music on Thursday nights.

Address
46 Erskine Street, Sydney
Phone
9299 8821

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Bambini Wine Room and Bar

Bambini Wine Room and Bar

Chic wine bar in the heart of CBD

This intimate, exquisite bar adorned with chandeliers, flagstone floors, burnished mirrors and French cafe-style tables is top in the Sydney must-do list. Indulge in shallow fried calamari, fine wines and other delectable concoctions.

Address
185 Elizabeth Street.
Phone
9283 7089

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Bamboo Dumpling Bar

Bamboo Dumpling Bar

Best bits of Asian Cuisine

Enjoy many expressions of the humble dumpling under antique birdcages and bikes at this eating house. It's tradition to bite off the tip, drink the juice and finish the rest.

Address
Shop 6, 23-31 Darlinghurst Road, Potts Point
Phone
404745393

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Bar H

Bar H

All day eating and drinking space

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

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Bar Nosh

Bar Nosh

Modern Italian eatery

This humble establishment deals in top-notch nosh with a modern Italian essence. They grind Di Bella for early risers, dish out breakfast all day and evolving candlelit dinners four nights a week.

Address
110 Swanson Street, Erskineville
Phone
8021 4317

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Beach Road Hotel

Beach Road Hotel

Corner pub

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
T: 9130 7247

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Beauchamp Hotel

Beauchamp Hotel

Fabulous heritage pub, courtyard & bistro

A major renovation has given this institution of a Sydney pub a charmingly modern, loungey, and luscious style which is laid back yet decidedly cool. The food and the upstairs courtyard are a must.

Address
267 Oxford Street, Darlinghurst.
Phone
02 9331 2575

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Becasse

Becasse

The eight-course degustation with matching wine at Becasse, induces a kind of taste appreciation that will stay with you for life. The celebrated chef behind this premier dining space, Justin North, applies his innovative mentality to high quality ingredients and classic techniques.

Address
204 Clarence St
Phone
9283 3440

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Berta

Berta

Restaurant & Bar

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

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Bilson's

Bilson's

Praised for their too-good-forwords degustation menu, Bilson's does delicate ensembles of texture, temperature and colour on plates. Negotiate new taste buds with bright mouthfuls from different food families.

Address
27 O'Connell St
Phone
8214 0496

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Bimbim, to mix

Bimbim, to mix

Korean soul food

Find fresh, healthy, MSG-free food at this Darlinghurst delight, notorious for bringing together the likes of traditional dolsot bibim-bap – a hot stone bowl layered with rice, six veggies and your choice of meat.

Address
169 William St, Darlinghurst
Phone
8095 9830

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Bird Cow Fish

Bird Cow Fish

Bistro Espresso Cheese

Bistro Espresso Cheese - a smart, inviting restaurant and espresso bar where beautiful produce and great wine is thoughtfully chosen and presented with subtle flair and a passion for the good things in life.

Address
4&5/500 Crown Street.
Phone
9380 4090

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Bistro Bruno

Bistro Bruno

Modern Australian cuisine

Bistro Bruno has created a warm and comfortable ambience with four separate dining areas. The quality of service and attention to detail carries through to the delightfully interesting modern Australian / European cuisine.

Address
3 Beattie Street, Balmain
Phone
9810 7707

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Blancharu

Blancharu

Japanese-French bistro

Award-winning chef Haru Inukai turns out superbly conceived and crafted Japanese-Franco cuisine in this relaxed fine dining bistro. Book ahead for the Japanese-style Bouillabaise or the chef's eight-course dinner special.

Address
Shop 1, 21 Elizabeth Bay Road, Elizabeth Bay
Phone
9360 3555

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Bloodwood

Bloodwood

Restaurant & Bar

This former Newtown conservatory assembles industrial and reclaimed materials, fresh seasonal foods and classic drinks in a refined fashion. Studded with odd stools and contemporary art, wafts of the polenta chips and garlic prawns will test your restrain if you've ordered just one dish. With an emphasis on sharing, taste much with many.

Address
416 King St, Newtown
Phone
9557 7699

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Blue Ginger

Blue Ginger

Fresh, friendly Asian food

Popular with the locals, this slick, lively Chinese/Thai eatery is known for its melt-in-your-mouth salt and pepper squid, grilled barramundi with chilli and blackbean sauce and crisp san choy bao.

Address
241 Darling Street, Balmain
Phone
9818 4662

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Boca Argentinean Grill

Boca Argentinean Grill

Argentinean grill

A culinary celebration of Argentina's obsession with meat. Boca's traditional parrilla (barbecue) menu is informed by owner Marcelo Berezowski's mother's recipes, while the interior is a lush and colourful excursion in Argentinean patriotism.

Address
310 Liverpool Street, Darlinghurst
Phone
9332 3373

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Bodega Tapas Bar

Bodega Tapas Bar

Tapas restaurant and 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

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Boteco

Boteco

Brazilian Inspired Restaurant & Cocktail Bar

Boteco, Portuguese for 'small bar', is a cool restaurant/bar with fresh produce and authenitc flavours from South America. Enjoy a beautifully crafted drink from their extensive cocktail menu - our favourite, Pisco Sour - while tasting chef Fabricio Campos' ingenious sharing plates (petiscos) like ceviche, cassava chips or salted cod balls. The palm hearts and feta cheese empanadas are a must try.

Address
421 Cleveland St, Surry Hills
Phone
9318 2993

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C-ique Design Bar

C-ique Design Bar

Cocktails, gourmet cuisine

Pioneers of the Australian Furniture Industry for the last 35 years, Classique knows form, function and high style. Dealing in designer interior concepts with attitude, the latest from French brand xO by Philippe Starck, Matteograssi, EGO Paris and Bonacina Pierantonio sit among their top European brands on display. Meanwhile, C-ique Design Bar fills the courtyard. Lounge in mint surrounds for gourmet cuisine, designer cocktails or special events like cult film nights.

Address
423-425 Bourke Street
Phone
9331 8822

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Cargo Bar

Cargo Bar

Waterside vistas, sparkling long drinks and a relaxed dining intimacy make up Cargo Bar's ineffable social recipe by day. As a landmark of Sydney's nightlife, the venue also welcomes local DJs and live musicians to brew its international party atmosphere. Its trusted ambiance and daily specials lure locals while its position ensures a diverse crowd.

Address
21 Lime St, King St Wharf
Phone
9262 1777

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Cipri italian

Cipri italian

Modern Italian with a classic twist

The Cipri brothers Joe, Carmelo and Anthony offer a modern take on Italian traditions of fine food and warm hospitality. Informal yet sophisticated, experience all the style, flavours and personality of modern Italy.

Address
10 Elizabeth Street, Paddington
Phone
9331 3333

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Cotton Duck

Cotton Duck

Relaxed, refined dining

Danks St Depot's Jared Ingersoll presents a seasonal and playful menu amid industrial finishes, recycled timbers and a sculptural ceiling piece by artist and designer Hannah Tribe. Relaxed fine dining with a sustainable conscience

Address
GF, 50 Holt Street.
Phone
8399 0250

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Cruise Bar

Cruise Bar

Cruise Bar does a Modern Interpretation of Italian Cuisine, with cocktail lounge, bar, events space and wandering harbour views. DJs decorate the waterfront atmospheres four nights a week or try your hand at a Cocktail Master Class.

Address
Overseas Passenger Terminal, Circular Quay
Phone
9251 1188

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Different Drummer Bar

Different Drummer Bar

Cocktail, tapas & wine bar

In the midst of Glebe's thriving restaurant district, the Different Drummer is a cosmopolitan cocktail bar with a warm heart. Compliment your wine or cocktail with Spanish inspired tapas created using the freshest locally sourced ingredients. Why not spice up your night with a great small bar atmosphere, groovy tunes and service with a wink.

Address
185 Glebe Point Road, Glebe
Phone
9552 3406

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Drift at Ravesi's

Drift at Ravesi's

Sydney's Hottest Beachside Bar

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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Efendy Restaurant

Efendy Restaurant

Turkish restaurant and meze bar

The taste of Turkey resides in a restored Victorian mansion, surrounded by oak trees as Chef Somer Sivrioglu blendstraditional and inventive Turkish cuisine to create an urban Istanbul concept that's steeped in Ottoman history

Address
79 Elliott Street, Balmain
Phone
9810 5466

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Finolas Restaurant

Finolas Restaurant

Family friendly and relaxed

Restaurant Owner, Finola Healy, shows her Irish roots in the traditional, hearty menu at Finola's. Great value and a welcoming atmosphere create a comfortable dining experience that's also available for functions.

Address
156 Darling Street, Balmain
Phone
9810 5100

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Food Society

Food Society

Modern Eastern European cuisine

This open kitchen-style restaurant is a welcome celebration of fine food mixed with old school hospitality and unparalleled service – a refreshingly down to earth addition to the Sydney circuit.

Address
91 Riley St, Darlinghurst
Phone
8090 3462

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Forbes & Burton

Forbes & Burton

Exquisite food day and night

A Darlo institution in knowable new hands showcases seasonal menus to match the time of day, the freshest possible ingredients, all day breakfasts on weekends, a transformable dining room and free wifi with your organic coffee.

Address
252 Forbes Street, Darlinghurst
Phone
93568788

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Forest Lodge Hotel

Forest Lodge Hotel

Pub, bistro, cafe

Refreshingly relaxed and homey, 'the Flodge' is where you'll find many Glebe locals enjoying a drink, coffee or bistro bite. Join them for a rump steak, a spot of trivia, or free live music on Sunday afternoons.

Address
117 Arundel Street, Glebe
Phone
9660 1872

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Fratelli Paradiso

Fratelli Paradiso

Bistro e pasticceria

Iconic and perennially hip, Fratelli Paradiso is an all-Italian bistro and pasticceria with a weekly changing blackboard menu and knowledgeable and professional service. This eatery is deeply woven into Sydney's culinary folklore.

Address
12-16 Challis Avenue, Potts Point.
Phone
9357 1744

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Galileo

Galileo

Enjoy executive chef Masahiko Yomoda's exquisite fusion of traditional French cuisine with cutting edge Japanese inspiration, served in an atmosphere reminiscent of a grand Parisian salon.

Address
89-113 Kent St, Sydney
Phone
8248 5252

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gigi

gigi

Woodfire pizzas

Hard-core fans rave victoriously about gigi's 13 inches of scant thin crust topped with the secret recipes of Naples. Find a perch between the central woodfire oven and urban murals and review it for yourself.

Address
379 King St, Newtown
Phone
9557 2224

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Glebe Point Diner

Glebe Point Diner

Humble, homely fare

Address
407 Glebe Pt Rd, Glebe
Phone
9660 2646

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Grandma's Bar

Grandma's Bar

In the basement below a guitar shop find a “retro-sexual haven of cosmopolitan kitsch and faded granny glamour” complete with five pages of cocktails. Imbibe tiki drinks, Brazilian milkshakes and a Philadelphian Fish House punch invented in the 1700s.

Address
Basement, 275 Clarence St
Phone
9264 3004

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Grasshopper Bar

Grasshopper Bar

Subtly dwelling in an almost invisible hole on Temperance Lane, Grasshopper fuses scantily placed vintage furnishings and candlelight with a focus on French tastes, share plates and wine by the bottle. Feed a hearty hunger or thirst here.

Address
Temperance Ln (off George St, between King and Market)
Phone
9947 9025

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Green Park

Green Park

Welcoming Sydney institution

A Darlinghurst institution with a bohemian vibe attracting a mix of gay and straight clientele. Green Park is a local favourite for lounging, playing pool, meeting friends or kicking off a great night on the town.

Address
360 Victoria Street, Darlinghurst.
Phone
9380 5311

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Grill'd

Grill'd

The healthy burger specialists

Grill'd debunks the myth that all burgers are low in nutritional value. Find fresh flame-grilled healthy burgers with innovative toppings, made-to-order salads and a Mini Me Pack for little ones.

Address
57 Willoughby Rd, Crows Nest. T: 9436 0699
Phone
9436 0699

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Grill'd Darlinghurst

Grill'd Darlinghurst

The healthy burger specialists

Grill'd debunk the myth that all burgers are low in nutritional value. Find fresh flame grilled healthy burgers with innovative toppings, made-to-order salads and 'Mini Me' meals for little ones.

Address
241 Crown Street.
Phone
9380 4800

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Guzman y Gomez Mexican Taqueria

Guzman y Gomez Mexican Taqueria

Healthy Mexican, fast, fresh, delicious

Introducing authentic Mexican culinary profundities to gourmands with passion. Fully licensed, Guzman y Gomez are winning hearts with hot, lean and tasty options which are eternally fresh and delivered in cordial surrounds.

Address
Shop 2, 77 Willoughby Rd (cnr Holterman St), Crows Nest
Phone
9191 0901

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Haymarket Hotel

Haymarket Hotel

The Haymarket Hotel is an historic former bank, with marbled features and the original bank teller counters. For a touch of Parisian elegance, head downstairs to the Martini bar inside the former bank vault.

Address
661 George Street
Phone
8221 0226

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Hemmesphere

Hemmesphere

Opulent lounge bar

Inspired by Ottoman Empire sophistication, Hemmesphere is a world of refined opulence. Enjoy sumptuos cocktails & Japanese delicacies while relaxing at the lounge bar, exotically furnished with low, comfortable lounges.

Address
Level 4, 252 George Street, Sydney.
Phone
9240 3040

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Hernandez Restaurant

Hernandez Restaurant

Delicious Spanish cuisine

Tucked away on the trendy end of Burton Street in Darlinghurst, this relaxed restaurant with outdoor seating offers Spanish tapas as well as delicious sweet treats like 'churros' and and 'arroz con leche'.

Address
1 Burton Street, Darlinghurst.
Phone
9380 9006

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Hinky Dinks

Hinky Dinks

Small Bar

Focusing on approachable wines and fun drinks, Hinky Dinks embodies the enthusiastic spirit of 1950s cocktail culture, when a cocktail wasn't so much a drink as it was a fashion accessory.

Address
185 Darlinghurst Rd, Darlinghurst
Phone
8084 6379

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I'm Angus Steak House

I'm Angus Steak House

Waterfront steak house

Award winning waterfront steakhouse with an established reputation for premium quality steaks and a wide selection of Australian wines. Mouth watering range of cuts that chefs flame to perfection on an open grill, enthralling diners and passers by.

Address
The Promenade, Cockle Bay Wharf, Sydney.
Phone
9264 5822

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Icebergs Dining Room and Bar

Icebergs Dining Room and Bar

Iconic restaurant 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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Industrie

Industrie

Mediterranean restaurant & cocktails

A stylish, contemporary space with high ceilings, soft lighting, sumptuous couches and cushions and gilt-framed artwork. Wander through to the decadent Emerald Room - a favourite hangout for the cool Sydney crowd.

Address
107 Pitt Street, Sydney.
Phone
9221 8001

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ivy Bar

ivy Bar

Bar of the Year - Time Out Magazine

A sophisticated new urban playground, this purpose-built bar has intimate corners for quiet chats and relaxed lounging plus lots of space for dancing the night away.

Address
330 George Street, ivy, Sydney.
Phone
9240 3000

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James Squire Brewhouse

James Squire Brewhouse

A truly unique restaurant

This spacious, rustic, waterfront restaurant with its own micro-brewery expertly matches contemporary Australian cuisine with an extensive range of freshly brewed James Squire beers to please all palates.

Address
22 The Promenade, King Street Wharf.
Phone
8270 7901

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Jester Seeds

Jester Seeds

Small bar

Take a seat on a vinyl sofa, or channel an inner west house party in the courtyard and discover Jester Seeds' twist on grunge. Sip decadent cocktails against a backdrop that nods its head to street art.

Address
127 King St, Newtown
Phone
9557 7008

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King Street Wharf

King Street Wharf

Waterfront neighbourhood has been given over to sanctuary and sophistication at King St Wharf. This culinary and social playground of food and drink outlets nurtures a pulsing scene.

Address
The Promenade (via Lime St).
Phone

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Kingsleys Steak & Crabhouse

Kingsleys Steak & Crabhouse

Stylish waterfront steak & seafood restaurant

Long Lunch on the Wharf is King here. Kingsleys takes surf & turf to a new level with succulent steaks, fresh salads & delicious crab.

Address
10/6 Cowper Wharf Road, Woolloomooloo
Phone
1300 546 475

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Kobe Jones

Kobe Jones

Modern Japanese with a twist

Fusing Eastern spices with elegant simplicity, Kobe Jones is Japanese with a twist. Its stunning terrace overlooking Darling Harbour is the perfect setting to experience this luminous blend of chic Californian and modern Japanese cuisine.

Address
29 Lime Street.
Phone
9299 5290

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La Bodeguita Del Medio

La Bodeguita Del Medio

Cuban themed restaurant & bar

The doors have recently opened at the Cuban themed La Bodeguita del Medio - 'The home of the mojito'. A delightfully bohemian restaurant and bar in the old Havana style, with a radiant, cosmopolitan atmosphere. Expect live Cuban music and dancing.

Address
125 York St, Sydney
Phone
9264 4224

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La Grande Bouffe

La Grande Bouffe

Authentic French dining

French bistro fare served up in a smart, contemporary dining room is the business of David and Meredith Poirier. Pop in for some French Toast for breakfast or settle in for the divine degustation for dinner.

Address
758 Darling Street, Rozelle
Phone
9818 4333

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La Pesa Trattoria

La Pesa Trattoria

Boutique Italian Restaurant

La Pesa's cuisine reflects the authentic and typical Milanese style of their sister Trattoria La Pesa in Milan - bringing the same passion for sourcing quality produce and creating beautiful dishes for you to enjoy

Address
174 Liverpool Street, Darlinghurst
Phone
9331 4358

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La Sala

La Sala

Chic, modern Italian bistro

Chef Darren Simpson - from Aqua Luna Sydney and the River Cafe London - is at La Sala's helm. Creative, modern Italian cuisine with flavours as simple as they are bold.

Address
Ground Floor, 23 Foster Street, Surry Hills.
Phone
02 9281 3352

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Le Pain Quotidien

Le Pain Quotidien

Bakery restaurant breakfast, lunch and dinner

Bustling with antique Belgian furniture, this warm, rustic, inviting bakery sells organic coffee, bread, pastries and tarts, along with cooked breakfasts, elegant lunches and hearty French farmhouse dinners. Fully licensed and absolutely chic.

Address
72b Fitzroy St (cnr Bourke St), Surry Hills.
Phone
9360 8460

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Le pelican

Le pelican

Sandstone-walled French bistro

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

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Linda's on King

Linda's on King

Contemporary/Mod Oz

Linda's gained a warm reputation for modern Australian bistro classics during its 11-year residence at the back of Newtown Hotel. Despite the sophisticated look at Linda's 'new' address, locals know it's still simple, beautiful food on the plate.

Address
341 King St, Newtown
Phone
9550 6015

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Lotus

Lotus

Creative, sexy, cozy bar and bistro

This sophisticated, award-winning bistro and cocktail bar has a well-deserved reputation for outstanding service. Dan Hong's menu features Asian influences with fresh Mediterranean flavours.

Address
22 Challis Avenue, Potts Point
Phone
02 9326 9000

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Macleay St Bistro

Macleay St Bistro

Foodies' delight

This local institution epitomises Sydney's finest cuisine in an intimate setting. Indulge in their blend of classic French and contemporary Australian dishes enhanced by an impressive list of local and imported wines and boutique beers.

Address
73a Macleay Street, Potts Point
Phone
9358 4891

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Mad Cow

Mad Cow

Flamboyant New York-style grill

This fabulously flamboyant New York-style grill draws upon fresh, quality produce and the flair of Head Chef, Chris Whitehead. With the finest steaks grilled to your specifications, Mad Cow deserves its loyal local following.

Address
330 George Street, ivy, Sydney
Phone
9240 3000

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Madame Fling Flong

Madame Fling Flong

Retro lounge & wine bar

Red boudoir hang out for mezze plates and a tipple in easy company at this hideaway about Soni's. Also screening classic, cult and foreign movies on Tuesday nights, which go down a treat with Madame's special cocktails.

Address
Level 1, 169 King St (above Soni's), Newtown
Phone
9565 2471

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Maggies Restaurant

Maggies Restaurant

Authentic Austrian-German Kitchen

The crisp, crunchy schnitzels and rosti are a much loved local institution at this authentic Austrian-German café restaurant. Visit soon for a warm welcome. Takeaway also available

Address
7-9/50 Macleay Street (via Fitzroy Gdns)
Phone
9331 2226

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Market City Tavern

Market City Tavern

Take a break with a drink and a punt at this cosy tavern with dedicated TAB facilities and screens. An outdoor garden terrace bar is perfect for unwinding after a long day on your feet.

Address
GF, L1 & L2 Market City
Phone
9211 8886

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Marlborough Hotel

Marlborough Hotel

Newtown's favourite local

Newtown's bohemian beauty, the Marlborough Hotel is a hive of activity for artists, students, locals and visitors. The Marly delivers great meals day or night, cool cocktails, pool tables, live sport action and a host of weekly pub entertainment.

Address
145 King St, Newtown
Phone
9519 1222

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Melt

Melt

Lounge, bar, club

Local DJs and live gigs with an eclectic mix of funk, soul, electronic dance, pop and indie music. Intimate, funky and inviting, Melt is a local favourite for lounging, dancing and getting down with the music among a cool Sydney crowd.

Address
12 Kellett Street, Potts Point
Phone
02 9380 6060

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Mountbatten Hotel

Mountbatten Hotel

Escape the crowds in this small pub bathed with welcome natural light. Happy Hour runs Monday to Thursday 4pm-6pm with $3 local beers and house wines. Eat cheap with $8 steaks and schnitzels.

Address
Corner George Street & Ultimo Road
Phone
02 9280 4700

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Nag's Head Hotel

Nag's Head Hotel

Great service, food, atmosphere everytime

This traditional, old English style pub is bursting full character and atmosphere. With quirky interiors, live music and enthusiastic staff, the Nag's is the perfect place to sink a few friendly boutique beers.

Address
162 St Johns Road, Glebe
Phone
9660 1591

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Neutral Bay Bar and Dining

Neutral Bay Bar and Dining

Seasonal fare in vibrant dining hall

Neutral Bay Bar & Dining treat every guest like they are your mother (only without the kissing). Take goose pate at the bar or simple honest food in their modern suite of booths.

Address
132 Military Road, Neutral Bay
Phone
9953 5853

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Nick's Bar & Grill

Nick's Bar & Grill

Innovative cuisine and stunning views

The very best of casual alfresco dining with stunning waterfront vistas and Nick�s infamous Seafood Platter for Two. Relax with a cocktail, beer or wine while the chefs prepare your meal on the chargrill.

Address
The Promenade- King Street Wharf.
Phone
02 9279 0122

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Nick's Bondi Beach Pavilion

Nick's Bondi Beach Pavilion

Innovative cuisine and stunning views

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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Nick's Seafood Restaurant

Nick's Seafood Restaurant

Innovative cuisine and stunning views

A restaurant capturing the essence of Sydney harbourside dining. With an emphasis on quality and freshness, Nick's is famous for succulent oysters, a wide array of fish, chargrilled seafood and seafood platters.

Address
The Promenade, Cockle Bay Wharf, Sydney.
Phone
9264 1212

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Nourishing Quarter

Nourishing Quarter

Nourishing soul food

A fusion of unique Latin American ingredients like Quinoa & Amaranth, Asian and Mediterranean soul foods, NQ has your wellbeing in mind. Avoid processed foods and observe gluten and dairy free options to sustain your day to day.

Address
315 Cleveland St, Redfern
Phone
8399 0888

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Opera Bar

Opera Bar

Opera Bar boasts a spirited and paramount Sydney experience. Dine alfresco on rock oysters and classic share plates, Opera Bar's own Organic Pale Ale or their signature cocktail, the 'Dirty Carpet Disco,' over harbour vistas with homegrown live music

Address
Lower Concourse Level, Sydney Opera House
Phone
9247 1666

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Orto Trading Co.

Orto Trading Co.

Rustic, British-inspired dining

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

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Oscillate Wildly

Oscillate Wildly

Intimate fine dining restaurant

Oscillate Wildly is bold modern dining with a penchant for seasonality. An 8 course degustation will challenge as much as it delights with matching wines in intimate surrounds.

Address
275 Australia St, Newtown
Phone
9517 4700

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Otto Ristorante

Otto Ristorante

One hat Italian waterfront restaurant

"Vivi Bene Mangia Bene." 'To live well is to eat well' is the philosophy Otto Ristorante lives by. A friendly welcome, spectacular views and waterside location, with simple fi ne food makes Otto Ristorante a great place for any occasion. Chef Richard Ptacnik creates a constantly evolving menu embracing all that is local, seasonal and artisanal, with a spirit that is distinctly Italian.

Address
8/6 Cowper Wharf Road, Woolloomooloo
Phone
9368 7488

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Owl House

Owl House

Restaurant & bar

This intimate restaurant and bar strikes a balance between the crisp and the quirky across its two levels, where classic cocktails like Negronis and Martinis meet with hearty menu offerings like pork and rabbit terrine.

Address
97 Crown St, Darlinghurst
Phone
9357 5060

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Paddington Inn

Paddington Inn

Boutique pub, bistro and outdoor area

An icon, the Paddington Inn is one of Sydney's original gastro pubs. Today it is one of Paddington's hotspots where the stylish and well heeled go to drink and sample some of "The Paddo's" amazing food.

Address
338 Oxford St, Paddington.
Phone
9380 5913

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Petrol

Petrol

Brunch, lunch, evenings, tapas, wine bar

Petrol caters for all occasions - breakfast, lunch, tapas and dinner. With organic and gluten free food and a chocolate banana bread to die for, enjoy alfresco dining amongst beautiful decor for pure culinary indulgence.

Address
9 Springfield Avenue, Potts Point
Phone
9331 5048

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Phamish

Phamish

Hanoi street market food

Lined with East-bound hipsters eager for traditional tastes amid modern surrounds, Phamish has earned a rep for plating up exceptional Vietnamese food. One of the city's most iconic culinary experiences.

Address
Republic 2 Courtyard, 248 Palmer St, Darlinghurst
Phone
9357 2688

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Pitt Street Diner

Pitt Street Diner

Fresh produce, menu changes daily

Look onto the quaint slice of Pitt Street, through huge wooden bi-fold windows. This Diner's affordable innovations in modern breakky and lunch are fresh, inspired and changing with the season

Address
96 Pitt St, Redfern
Phone
8668 5936

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Pocket Bar

Pocket Bar

Quirky small bar & cocktail lounge

Cosy retro and vintage furniture, walls laden with pop art murals and a host of quirky trinkets are on display at this bar and cocktail lounge serving drinks, snacks and crepes while adding a touch of cool to its surrounds

Address
13 Burton Street, Darlinghurst
Phone
9380 7002

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Public Dining Room

Public Dining Room

Boutique cuisine, iconic location

Public Dining Room woos guests with its iconic Balmoral Beach waterfront views, contemporary Scandinavian design perspective and boutique a la carte or all day tapas style menus. It's flawlessly raw, natural and modern.

Address
2A The Esplanade, Balmoral
Phone
9968 4800

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Ramen Bar

Ramen Bar

Japanese Ramen Bar at Berkelouw

Tucked into the back of the ground floor at Berkelouw Books is a hidden gem. 11 red lanterns hang above a long communal table and the red walls glow invitingly as the aroma of freshly cooked ramen dishes wafts into the 36-seat space

Address
Ground Floor, 6-8 O'Connell St, Newtown
Phone
9557 0775

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Ripples Chowder Bay

Ripples Chowder Bay

The essence of relaxed Sydney dining

Metres from the pristine waters of Clifton Gardens Beach, Ripples at Chowder Bay encapsulates the essence of relaxed Sydney dining. Italian inspired food, excellent service and a wonderful alfresco ambience.

Address
Building 7, Deck C, Chowder Bay Road.
Phone
9960 3000

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Rockpool

Rockpool

Seasonality is key at Neil Perry's two-hatted flagship restaurant. Experience evocative fine dining where local and international ingredients unite for sumptuous a la carte and tasting menus, with produce from spanner crab to quail

Address
107 George St
Phone
9252 1888

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Rosebud Restaurant & Bar

Rosebud Restaurant & Bar

Café by day, restaurant by night

Housed in one of the area's more iconic buildings and at the entrance to the busy Darling Street strip, Rosebud's fusion of world cuisine is becoming a most popular culinary fare. Open breakfast, lunch & dinner.

Address
654 Darling Street, Rozelle
Phone
9555 8999

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Royal Oak Hotel

Royal Oak Hotel

Hotel & Restaurant

Built in 1879, this iconic pub with old world charm and modern design is a local favourite for its delicious mod Australian cuisine and its impressive range of boutique wines and beers.

Address
36 College St, Balmain
Phone
9555 9205

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Ruby Rabbit

Ruby Rabbit

Bar, club & dance space

Just as Alice did, you can slip into a wonderland of regal proportions and indulge in a playground adorned with modern art, exquisite furnishings, silk-tented ceilings and cool, cutting edge luxury.

Address
231 Oxford Street, Darlinghurst.
Phone
02 9326 0044

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Rubyos

Rubyos

Modern Australian grazing restaurant

rubyos is a new concept in casual dining featuring a modern Australian grazing menu, which is designed to be shared. Fill a table with friends, entrée size dishes and voluptuous wines. Savor mixed morsels until full.

Address
18-20 King St, Newtown
Phone
9557 2669

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Sackville

Sackville

Warm and buzzing pub and bistro

With an excellent bistro, inviting courtyard and a hotchpotch crowd of regulars, the Sackville Hotel distils all the best things about Balmain pubs. Sink into a cosy corner with a schooner and steak, or sample a drop from the extensive wine list.

Address
599 Darling Street, Rozelle
Phone
9555 7555

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Saigon Saigon

Saigon Saigon

Vietnamese cuisine

Specialising in Vietnamese culinary delights, Saigon Saigon is also known for its uber-cool interior. Auspicious red walls are lined with traditional conical hats from the region and red silk lanterns hang delicately from the ceiling.

Address
97 Glebe Point Road, Glebe
Phone
9660 3888

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Shirt Bar

Shirt Bar

Drinks, coffee & shirts unite

Address
7 Sussex Lane, Sydney.
Phone
8068 8222

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Slide

Slide

Bar, restaurant, cabaret

Sydney's home of the acclaimed El Circo and nightly cabaret, this venue is housed in a 1920s Art Deco building moments from Hyde Park. Relish cocktails on the mezzanine, entertainment and fine dining packages or book a function

Address
41 Oxford St, Darlinghurst
Phone
8915 1899

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Small Bar

Small Bar

Intimate bar

An early leader of the hole-in-the-wall bar movement currently reshaping Sydney’s socials scene, Small Bar’s wooden floorboards echo the kitchen percussion of home cooked food. A prime spot for a dinner party with no washing up.

Address
48 Erskine Street, Sydney
Phone
9279 0782

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Spanish Tapas

Spanish Tapas

Authentic Spanish cuisine

Immerse yourself in the magnificent culture and cuisine of Spain right in the heart of Glebe. With rancho wagon wheel chandeliers, paintings reflecting the colour and movement of Spain, traditional terracotta Cazuela serving dishes and charming host and owner Javier you'll soon forget that you're actually in Sydney. Renowned for its range of tapas, authentic Spanish dishes including paella, and homemade sangria, this popular restaurant treats diners to flamenco shows on Friday and Saturday nights.

Address
26 Glebe Point Road, Glebe
Phone
9571 9005

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Spice Temple

Spice Temple

In an art deco basement den with oriental-style interiors, experience a food excursion through regional China's hot, sweet and sour. Exciting textures and finesse galore from this venture from culinary icon Neil Perry.

Address
10 Bligh St
Phone
8078 1888

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Sugarmill

Sugarmill

An ode to the Kings Cross of old

A lively blend of modern, antique and kitsch, Sugarmill is a unique Kings Cross spot day or night. Cocktail pitchers, board games and weekly comedy are highlights, as are the vintage furnishings, pub menu and DJs all week round.

Address
33-37 Darlinghurst Road, Kings Cross
Phone
9368 7333

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Sur Bourke Espresso Bar

Sur Bourke Espresso Bar

Espresso Bar

From the mismatched vintage crockery to house baked muffins, delectable homemade menus and a mounted installation of collector bicycles, Sur Bourke - French for 'On Bourke' - fuses urban French with Sydney style.

Address
266 Bourke St, Darlinghurst
Phone
8084 9376

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Tastevin Bistro & Wine Bar

Tastevin Bistro & Wine Bar

French bistro and wine bar

Hidden upstairs from Victoria Street is this intimate bistro & wine bar serving traditional French cuisine with a modern Australian twist. Enjoy a meal or opt for a glass of wine in the back bar and peruse the bar menu.

Address
Level 1, 292-294 Victoria St, Darlinghurst
Phone
9356 3429

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Teppanyaki

Teppanyaki

Teppanyaki with a modern twist

Asian tradition fuses with chic sensibility at this superb modern Japanese restaurant. Black tasselled lamp shades, a long communal table, dim lighting and staff in kimono-inspired dresses- An experience not to be missed.

Address
ivy, Level 2, George Street, Sydney.
Phone
9240 3000

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The Art Lounge

The Art Lounge

Affordable luxury, French inspired food

Indulge in salon style dining inside the Kirketon Hotel. The Art Lounge's floor to ceiling windows, decadent lounge scattering, artwork and shareable French tapas menu ensures an intimate boutique dining experience and highly visual odyssey.

Address
The Kirketon Hotel, 229 Darlinghurst Rd, Darlinghurst
Phone
9331 3777

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The Australian Heritage Hotel

The Australian Heritage Hotel

As the oldest continuously licensed pub in the City of Sydney, The Australian oozes history in its Federation design, tiling, and beer tap faucets. Known for their pizza, lush wooded wine cellar, and the antique charm of their bed and breakfast service, this heritage watering hole knows how to nurture primitive needs – food, drink and sleep.

Address
100 Cumberland St, The Rocks
Phone
9247 2229

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The Bank Nightclub

The Bank Nightclub

Nightclub with sophistication and indulgence

Dishing up ultra-sensory nightlife with a luxurious vibe under high ceilings and sweeping foyers (a nod to its ancient architectural model), take your cocktail or wood-fired pizza by candlelight or in a booth onlooking the dance floor.

Address
42 Darlinghurst Road, Kings Cross
Phone
9360 6012

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The Bathers' Pavilion

The Bathers' Pavilion

Beautiful Bathers' Pavilion at Balmoral

Onlooking scenic Balmoral Beach, The Bathers' Pavilion hosts an impressive affair and sensory experience. Matching Serge Dansereau's fresh food menu focus with local wines, the produce, service and understated elegance equal the view.

Address
4 The Esplanade, Balmoral
Phone
9969 5050

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The Clock Hotel

The Clock Hotel

Where time never stands still

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

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The Colombian Hotel

The Colombian Hotel

Vibrant gay venue with panoramic views of Oxford Street featuring regular DJs, groovy decor and a funky cocktail bar. Enjoy great tunes and a good time - Colombian Style!!

Address
117 - 123 Oxford Street, Darlinghurst.
Phone
02 9360 2151

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The Devonshire

The Devonshire

Modern European style restaurant

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 cr�me brulee.

Address
204 Devonshire St, Surry Hills
Phone
9698 9427

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The Eathouse Diner

The Eathouse Diner

Casual Diner with seasonal menu

A South American inspired colour scheme abounds at this diner offering a constantly changing seasonal menu served in generous portions. Try the Jamaican Jerk spiced spatchcock with savoury mango salad and rice and beans against the backdrop of bizarre vintage curios and old world gestures. Or take a Hokey Pokey Sundae by the tropical mural of a parrot in flight and sample a cocktail at this cosy, casual eat spot.

Address
306 Chalmers St, Redfern
Phone
8084 9479

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The Establishment

The Establishment

Chic Sydney bar

Sensationally decadent bar attracting the who's who of the Sydney's social scene. Commanding cast iron columns, pressed metal ceilings and a garden bar with exposed brick feautres complement this luxurious space.

Address
252 George Street, Sydney.
Phone
9240 3000

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The Fringe Bar

The Fringe Bar

Locals' favourite - iconic bohemian pub, entertainment venue & Saturday markets

Iconic, bohemian pub offering weekly comedy nights, live entertainment and scrumptious cocktails. A must destination also for nerd battles at Trivia or eclectic vintage finds at Fringe Bar Markets. Enjoy lunch, dinner or a big night out.

Address
106 Oxford Street, Paddington.
Phone
9360 5443

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The Green Room

The Green Room

Small bar

This 50's style lounge bar presents a neat slice of yesteryear. With cult films dancing on the wall from a projector, locals take in organic wines, boutique beers and cheese boards on vintage stools

Address
156 Enmore Rd, Enmore
Phone
8021 8451

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The Loft

The Loft

The Loft's wood panelled bar, beaded chandeliers and up lit ceilings infuses this cocktail and tapas spot with a Moorish casbah extravagance. Between its King Street Wharf residence, 180 degree views of Sydney and creative cocktail mixology, a wicked ambience is available on tap.

Address
13 Lime St, King St Wharf
Phone
9299 4770

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The Lord Nelson Brewery Hotel

The Lord Nelson Brewery Hotel

Pub brewery since 1985, The Lord's six varieties of 100% natural ale brewed on the premises can be sampled in modern surrounds with colonial grandeur. Dishing out pub fare, ploughman's lunches, pork pies and the option to stay overnight within their historic walls, this micro-brewer does all facets well

Address
19 Kent St, The Rocks
Phone
9251 4044

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The Piano Room

The Piano Room

Classic cocktail lounge

With a medley of live entertainment, cocktail hour unfolds at a smooth sultry pace. Boasting a chic bar selection and elegant tasting menu, The Piano Room pays homage to New York's classic cocktail lounge tradition.

Address
Cnr Kings Cross & Darlinghurst Rds, Kings Cross
Phone
9356 8238

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The Rocks Teppanyaki

The Rocks Teppanyaki

Serving Traditional Japanese Teppanyaki Cuisine

Experience the traditional art and taste sensations of Japanese Teppanyaki. Located in a historic 1840s building, guests sit at one of six private, individual cooking tables ideal for entertaining friends and loved ones.

Address
176 Cumberland Street.
Phone
9250 6020

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The Sardine Room

The Sardine Room

Modern Seafood Bistro - BYO

If you have an inclination to indulge in an authentic dining intimacy only found in European backstreets, The Sardine Room lures with its kitchen energy and adorably passionate owner, Angela Heracleous. Offering a seaside cabaret alongside a hand selected wine list, the menu is verbally delivered with enthusiasm to stimulate salivation. Rendezvous here with friends to experience when flamboyance meets fish.

Address
2/31 Challis Ave, Potts Point.
Phone
9357 7444

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The Tea Room Gunners Barracks

The Tea Room Gunners Barracks

A Sydney icon - lunch & high tea

Offering a contemporary modern Australian lunch menu and one of Sydney's most revered High Tea services, The Tea Room Gunners' Barracks is a Sydney icon. Nestled within bushland of Georges Head, complete with stunning harbour views, enjoy the opulence of this historic sandstone building and former military barracks. Traditional morning and afternoon tea is served daily, with an array of sweet cakes, savoury pastries, finger sandwiches, scones, Ronnefeldt teas and more.

Address
End of Suakin Drive, Georges Heights
Phone
8962 5900

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The Victoria Room

The Victoria Room

Bohemian elegance, restaurant & bar

Reminiscent of a 1920s Shanghai bar with its antiques and ornate furniture, this bar and dining room is luxurious, inviting and spiced up with an air of mystery and the exotic.

Address
Level 1, 235 Victoria Street, Darlinghurst.
Phone
02 9357 4488

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The Victoria Room Tea Salon

The Victoria Room Tea Salon

Retail therapy and high tea

Artfully framed by a curved picket fence and cherry blooms, The Victoria Room Tea Salon is a whimsical decadent experience that offers High Tea, dainty ribbon sandwiches, specialty scones and oysters served with champagne. Open from October 2011

Address
Westfield Sydney, Level 4, Designer Gallery
Phone
9357 4488

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The Village Hotel

The Village Hotel

A beautiful bar, delicious dining room food

Charming and multi-faceted, the East Village Hotel throws fantastic functions, pours boutique beer at a beautiful bar and presents five star food and expert wine matching in their dining room.

Address
234 Palmer Street, Darlinghurst
Phone
93315457

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The Water Bar

The Water Bar

Chic cocktail lounge

Situated within boutique hotel BLUE Sydney, A Taj Hotel, Water Bar is an outpost of nocturnal indulgence. Promising intimacy with its plush seating, mood lighting & soaring ceiling, this converted warehouse boasts a sophisticated and sexy cocktail ambiance.

Address
6 Cowper Wharf Road, Woolloomooloo
Phone
9331 9000

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The World Bar

The World Bar

Bar, music venue, art space

This historic four-storey Victorian terrace has been home to countless legends and varied debauchery over the last century. The maze of cosy rooms, booths, stairwells and hidden areas, including concept space Apothecary Bar, is open for exploration. Its 'teapot' cocktail and pizza menus run alongside rotating art exhibitions and live jazz to embody mischief and embrace characters of all eccentricities, from all over the world.

Address
24 Bayswater Rd, Kings Cross
Phone
9357 7700

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Tilbury Hotel

Tilbury Hotel

A little taste of good taste

Situated in the heart of Woolloomooloo, the Tilbury’s boasts a warm and comfortable environment with varnished wood, long leather banquettes, fireplaces, a generous sized deck and tranquil courtyard. The downstairs dining room offers a view out to the courtyard.

Address
12-18 Nicholson Street, Woolloomooloo
Phone
9368 1955

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Toko

Toko

A contemporary style sushi bar

Toko Paddington prides itself on serving the freshest and best quality sushi and sashimi while offering many dishes with a contemporary twist in a sophisticated yet comfortable venue.

Address
362 Oxford Street, Paddington
Phone
9380 7001

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Tokonoma

Tokonoma

Tokonoma - your new favourite venue

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

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Tonic Lounge

Tonic Lounge

Relaxed, intimate venue

All the comfort, style and charm of home, with the added allure of DJs and a cocktail bar. Vintage furnishings and a living room aesthetic create relaxed sophistication over the two floors of this converted terrace.

Address
62-64 Kellett St, Kings Cross
Phone
8354 1544

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Toxteth Hotel

Toxteth Hotel

Neighbourhood pub, bistro & entertainment

The menu at the Toxteth touts 'good pub food for a great price' and it's hard to disagree. Add a bit of fun, a modern feel and a sunny courtyard and there's a lot to like about the Toxteth Hotel.

Address
345 Glebe Point Road, Glebe
Phone
9660 2370

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Twelve

Twelve

Pizza bar & restaurant

A lively eatery happily lit by dangling globes and fragranced by a modern Australian and Italian menu. Twelve's pizza, pasta and dolci favorites are easy on the pocket and pleasant on the taste buds.

Address
222 King St, Newtown
Phone
9519 9412

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Union Hotel

Union Hotel

Hotel and bistro

With its multiple bars, bottle shop and fresh-focused bistro, this Art-Deco Hotel is a dynamic social haunt for steadfast locals. Fresh seafood and cheese selection scintillate palettes while outdoor scenery warms the mood.

Address
576 King St, Newtown
Phone
9557 2989

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Universal Restaurant

Universal Restaurant

Vibrant restaurant, global flavors

At Universal, Christine Manfield presents a brave new world of global flavours, offering an ever changing, a la carte menu of same size tasting dishes with optional wine matches.

Address
Republic 2 Courtyard Palmer Street, Darlinghurst
Phone
93809006

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Velero

Velero

Spanish restaurant & tapas bar

Embark on a culinary tour of provincial Spain with cured meats, imported cheese, paella and tapas alongside Spanish sherry, beer or wine. With private dining also available, Velero offers a unique niche at the picturesque Woolloomooloo wharf.

Address
2/6 Cowper Wharf Road, Woolloomooloo
Phone
9356 2222

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Velluto

Velluto

Champagne and wine lounge

Tucked away on the corner of Fitzroy Gardens and Baroda Street, this bar is a luxurious retreat from the boisterous Kings Cross scene. Enjoy over 20 champagnes and an extensive list of Australian wines in style.

Address
50 Macleay Street (entrance cnr Baroda St and Fitzroy Gardens), Potts Point
Phone
9357 1100

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Verde Bar and Restaurant

Verde Bar and Restaurant

Modern Italian with soul

This heritage Italianate terrace serves up passionate Italian fare, sublime cocktails and an extensive global wine list to a sophisticated crowd. Try the first floor lounge for a Negroni and Italian tapas.

Address
115 Riley Street (Cnr Stanley), East Sydney.
Phone
9380 8877

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Vini

Vini

Italian Restaurant

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

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Westfield Restaurants

Westfield Restaurants

Westfield Sydney is a fulcrum of next generation fashion and food retail in Australia. The highly stylised environment is underpinned by a devotion to indelible experiences, in the heart of the CBD. Established luxury brands, emerging retail concepts and dining destinations take post over six levels. The best of Australia's culinary community offer express and dine-in options at 'The Food Atrium' on Level Five, where Justin and Georgia North's Becasse and Quarter Twenty One Restaurants are also located. The premium restaurant precinct on Level Six is a worldly dining destination in its own right and home to Sydney favourites, Chat Thai, Sky Phoenix, David Tsirekas' 'fun park of Greek food' Xanthi, and Alessandro Pavoni's nostalgic Lombardian restaurant Spiedo Restaurant & Bar.

Address
Westfield Sydney, Level 5 & 6.
Phone

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Wine Library

Wine Library

Sophisticated small bar

Address
18 Oxford St, Woollahra
Phone
9328 1600

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Woollahra Hotel

Woollahra Hotel

Chic bars and cellars, home to Bistro Moncur

From cocktails at the chic Front Bar, French-inspired fare at Bistro Moncur and boutique, rare and classic wines at the new Moncur Cellars, this handsome pub deserves its excellent reputation.

Address
116 Queen Street, Woollahra
Phone
02 9363 2782

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Woolloomooloo Bay Hotel

Woolloomooloo Bay Hotel

Food, waterside dining, craft beer

Woolloomooloo Bay Hotel boasts more than a handful of assets. The heritage-listed waterfront premises overlooks the magnificent Sydney Harbour, Woolloomooloo Finger Wharf and the Royal Botanical Gardens. Along with Modern Australian bistro food, fine wines and 18 craft and premium beers on tap, the hotel offers function facilities in an atmosphere that far exceeds your every expectation while embracing the elated sophistication of the modern gastro pub.

Address
2 Bourke St, Woolloomooloo
Phone
9357 1177

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Woolpack Hotel

Woolpack Hotel

Hotel & bistro

Pouring beer since 1885, Redfern's most elegant Hotel pub boasts a contemporary finish, stained timber public bar, lawn seating and bistro dining. Exhibitions and live music compliment Haloumi burgers and cider in this warm atmosphere

Address
229 Chalmers St, Redfern
Phone
9698 2077

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