Best Lunch Restaurants in Banksia

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Cuisine

AmericanItalianSteakhouseSeafoodFrenchIndian

Regions

BaysideBondi AreaCapital RegionEastern SuburbsInner SouthInner South West

Neighborhoods

AlexandriaBalmainBankstownBarangarooBardwell ParkBelmore

Top Rated

CharmingDog-friendlyFancyGood for business mealsGood for groupsGood for special occasions

Dining Options

All dining options

Delivery only

Takeout only

Seating Options

BarCounterStandardHigh TopOutdoor

Accessibility

Gender-neutral restroomWheelchair access

253 restaurants available nearby

1. The Potting Shed

4.4

Awesome(3872)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Modern Australian • Alexandria

The Potting Shed is a place to meet, eat, drink, relax and chat your day and night away – where hanging plants, terracotta pots and timber beams meet brass, brick and iron. Where you can plant yourself down on the swing seat, bench or at the bar and feel like you are on your family’s porch.It’s a lively place where you can hoe into fresh, locally harvested produce, delivered by our shed-hands. The same hands that will deliver you good-natured banter, craft beers on tap, great tasting wines and unique cocktails.The menu offers cozy share options for groups, three course substantial meal choices for those wanting to make an evening of it and a fun selection of nibbles for people wanting a light after-work snack with their cocktails or a share jug amongst friends.Plus, enjoy exclusive after-dark access to The Grounds of Alexandria's latest laneway attractions when you dine in!

A photo of The Grounds of Alexandria Cafe restaurant

2. The Grounds of Alexandria Cafe

4.2

Awesome(2830)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Café • Alexandria

Booked 262 times today

The Cafe food and drinks menu is bursting with fresh flavour, made with the finest quality ingredients and created with The Grounds own grown and locally sourced produce. The Cafe at The Grounds has team of chefs who constantly push the boundaries and reinvents the classics in order to deliver you perfect flavour combinations that will make you want to come back time and time again.NOTE: At The Cafe, to ensure that everyone has an opportunity to dine in, we operate on a walk-in only basis for smaller tables during peak hours. If no tables are available on arrival, we will add you to an electronic waiting list and text you when your table is ready, leaving you free to explore the rest of The Grounds. Rest assured, all groups on the wait list will be able to dine-in on the day.

3. Lunas

4.6

Exceptional(50)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Portuguese • Petersham

Booked 9 times today

An all day Portuguese diner with a focus on premium ingredients from the team behind Fich@Petersham and Sweet Belem Cake Boutique. Please note: We DO NOT take bookings for breakfast or lunch. Thank you for your understanding.

4. MAIZ Mexican

4.8

Exceptional(121)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Mexican • Newtown

Booked 9 times today

Maíz is the word for corn in Spanish which is the backbone of the Mexican food scene. Maíz Mexican Food is a food and beverage concept that celebrates and integrates a wide range of corn preparations that most Mexican restaurants aren’t offering at the moment. Our menu draws on the bold and fresh flavours of Mexico, our traditions and culture to bring you a unique dining experience.

A photo of Above 8 bar & dining restaurant

5. Above 8 bar & dining

4.6

Exceptional(94)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Dining Bar • Hurstville

Booked 3 times today

The philosophy behind Above Eight is exceptional taste and sensory experiences, using the exquisite and unusual locally sourced ingredients. The open-air rooftop lounge bar creates conversation through contemporary shared plates and meticulously curated cocktails. Sip in the sunshine through summer and flirt by the fire in winter.

6. Happyfield

4.8

Exceptional(113)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Café • Haberfield

Booked 13 times today

If you live in or around Haberfield, you know full well that diner-style cafe Happyfield makes some of the best pancakes in Sydney. Opened in 2020 by Jesse Orleans and Chris Theodosi, the bright yellow corner cafe serves up amazing food and a genuinely (as the name suggests) happy vibe. Alongside friendly service and menu items like the “McLovin Muffin”, Happyfield is known best for its delicious pancake stacks.

A photo of Osteria di Russo & Russo restaurant

7. Osteria di Russo & Russo

4.8

Exceptional(1206)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Contemporary Italian • Enmore

Booked 17 times today

Enmore's Osteria di Russo & Russo is a favorite among locals and visitors alike for its modern take on classic Italian flavours, served in its warm and charming restaurant. As snacks to start, the fiore di zucchini fried zucchini flower with goat's milk ricotta and lemon aspen and the cannolo filled with a duck liver parfait, date and hazelnuts are sensational selections.Some of Osteria di Russo & Russo's specialty dishes include the saltbush gnocchi with pork sausage ragu and pecorino, the chargrilled beef flank with green garlic, nasturtium and smoked eggplant and the slow cooked freemantle octopus with chickpea, salsa rossa and native bush tomato, as well as vegetarian dishes.Osteria di Russo & Russo's strawberry sorbet, davidson plum meringue and limoncello custard is the perfect dessert with which to finish your meal.

A photo of Andiamo Trattoria Summer Hill restaurant

8. Andiamo Trattoria Summer Hill

4.3

Awesome(74)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Italian • Summer Hill

Booked 26 times today

Welcome to Andiamo Trattoria, the best Italian in Sydney's Inner West! Gather at our Table for an authentic experience of delicious Italian flavours, friendly service and an intimate environment. Our menu features classic dishes like homemade pasta, award-winning woodfired pizza and fresh seafood using local and imported Italian ingredients. Signature dishes such as chilli crab linguine, lamb ragu and Margherita Pizza are popular with locals as is our vegan menu, giving many options for special dietary requirements. Our cozy, rustic ambiance is the best restaurant for gatherings - perfect for romantic dinners, a favourite for family dining and celebrations or events. We also offer a well-curated Italian wine menu, along with handcrafted cocktails and non-alcoholic drinks. For celebrating special events, we offer customisable function menus and drinks' packages to make your event unforgettable. Andiamo is a popular local trattoria, great for long lunch or amazing dinners - Join us!

9. Semola Restaurant

4.7

Exceptional(165)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Italian • Sydenham

Booked 14 times today

Chef and owners Aniello Bortone and Reth have worked in unison for the past 10 years across a number of Sydney’s most popular restaurants. Hailing from the humble town of Aversa next to Napoli, Nello grew up watching his family make traditional Neapolitan dishes, this is where his love of food began. Working alongside Reth, also a chef and the front face of Semola, his enthusiasm for impeccable customer service and quality ingredients shines through. The dynamic duo are an authentic representation of what it means to eat and breathe true Italian food.

10. La Favola

4.6

Exceptional(567)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Italian • Newtown

Booked 13 times today

Whether you like to play it safe with spaghetti or go crazy with casarecce, you'll find all your favourite pastas, fresh and homemade, at new Italian diner La Favola. Let the carb-loading begin.So who's the master of pasta at La Favola? That would be Italian chef Fabio Stefanelli. Stefanelli's recipe for success is simple — six pastas and six sauces, and patrons can mix and match as they please.So La Favola's Family is committed to producing top quality Italian gastronomy, to the use of authentic ingredients, and to keeping the tradition of Italian culture and hospitality vibrant and passionate.We look forward to serving you!

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JulieC
Tasmania •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
Awesome experience- love the quality of the food and the atmosphere.
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The Grounds of Alexandria CafePrice: Moderate• Café• Alexandria
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4.2
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Joanna
Sydney •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
Absolutely an Amazing Place!!! Loved it definitely coming back 🤩🤩
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The Potting ShedPrice: Moderate• Modern Australian• Alexandria
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4.4
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Cazz
Sydney •2 reviews
4.0
Dined 6 days ago
Great vibe.. lovely friendly service.. food was great!
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Above 8 bar & diningPrice: Expensive• Dining Bar• Hurstville
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4.6
C
Claire
London •1 review
5.0
Dined on Mar 5, 2025
Best Mexican food I think I’ve ever had in Sydney, and fabulous cocktails. Waitstaff were friendly, knowledgeable and efficient, without making you feel like you had to rush.
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MAIZ MexicanPrice: Expensive• Mexican• Newtown
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4.8
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Emily
Sydney •4 reviews
5.0
Dined on Feb 23, 2025
Delicious food with a back area for patrons bringing their furry friend! Highlights were the beef and chorizo croquettes, pasta and sides! Street parking available but can get busy. Definitely will be back again!
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LunasPrice: Expensive• Portuguese• Petersham
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4.6

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