Best Date Night Restaurants in Sawtell

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Cuisine

AmericanItalianSteakhouseSeafoodFrenchMexican

Regions

BaysideBondi AreaCapital RegionEastern SuburbsInner SouthInner South West

Neighborhoods

AlexandriaBankstownBarangarooBelmoreBondiBondi Beach

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

142 restaurants available nearby

A photo of Osteria di Russo & Russo restaurant

1. Osteria di Russo & Russo

4.8

Exceptional(1206)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Contemporary Italian • Enmore

Booked 16 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.

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2. The Grounds Coffee Factory

4.4

Awesome(159)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Australian • Eveleigh

Booked 81 times today

A story 10 years in the making, The Roastery is an experiential café unlike any other, a love letter to coffee and the memorable moments it creates. Housed within the historic Locomotive Workshops of South Eveleigh, The Roastery pays homage to its industrial past while providing an unforgettable experience for coffee lovers everywhere, letting you enjoy your brew amongst the very machinery that makes it possible.

A photo of BRAZA Churrascaria - Darling Quarter restaurant

3. BRAZA Churrascaria - Darling Quarter

4.5

Awesome(3105)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Brazilian • Darling Quarter

Booked 75 times today

Braza Churrascaria is an authentic Brazilian Barbeque house that serves world-renowned Australia meats. We are an “all you can eat” restaurant, with typical Brazilian service style known as “Rodizio” where Passadores (meat carvers) rotate from table to table serving more than 20 different types of skewers. “Braza" means the sizzling charcoals of the fire and "Churrascaria" is the restaurant specialised in Barbeque or Brazilian style steakhouse restaurant.Our purpose is to provide you with an Authentic Brazilian experience where you can explore the many mouth-watering flavours of our Barbeque.

A photo of love.fish - Barangaroo restaurant

4. love.fish - Barangaroo

4.5

Awesome(1854)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Seafood • Barangaroo

Booked 40 times today

How many restaurants offer premium Australian seafood and waterfront dining at an everyday price point? love.fish is a casual Australian seafood restaurant located on the waterfront in harbour-side Sydney. Now in its thirteenth year, the love.fish Barangaroo restaurant takes Sydney seafood and our founders passion for authentic, accessible seafood dining to the next level. With a 17 metre harbour frontage and 175 seats, we offer a wider selection of Australia’s best locally-sourced oysters, raw fish, whole fish, platters, and crustaceans. All in a world-class waterfront location with the soul and values of a family owned restaurant. Our Barangaroo restaurant offers the provenance and quality of Australian seafood in a relaxed waterfront setting. We’re all about sustainable, local seafood that doesn’t cost the earth, because it doesn’t need to!

A photo of Elements Bar and Grill Pyrmont restaurant

5. Elements Bar and Grill Pyrmont

4.4

Awesome(115)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Australian • Pyrmont

Booked 46 times today

Elements Bar and Grill has become a dream destination among connoisseurs who appreciate taste of fine food over anything else. No matter what the weather is like around you, you will find it right at home with our cozy seating arrangement and homey ambience. You will be surrounded with smell of freshly cooked steaks, close glimpse of elegant wine and vibe of euphoria coming from our staffs who don’t bother to go extra miles to bring the best food you truly deserve.Whenever you are waiting for your food to come to your table, you may as well take a sneak peak at our meat fridge which is nothing but a teaser of what’s cooking inside. Our customers have fallen in love with this place, its people and what we offer.

6. Yakitori Jin

4.6

Exceptional(145)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Japanese Speciality • Haberfield

Booked 3 times today

Yakitori Jin is designed for Japanese Yakitori restaurant. Yakitori is a Japanese type of grilled skewered chicken over a charcoal fire. During or after cooking, the meat is typically seasoned with Yakitori tare (original sauce) or salt(developed uniquely). We are one of the typical modern Izakaya. We are serving Super Dry Sushi Fresh Beer and lots of Sake and Wine. Enjoy your Japanese Izakaya near by you. We are located in Haberfield.

7. THE DOLAR SHOP

4.8

Exceptional(34)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Chinese • Haymarket

Booked 39 times today

The Dolar Shop Hot Pot story began in Las Vegas of the East; Macau! Our name “Dolar” comes from a Chinese term embodying the people’s willingness to work hard to gather prosperity, fortune, and never turning down any opportunities! What about "Shop"? We are artisans in our workshop and our craft is hot pot. When guests come dine with us in The Dolar Shop be prepared to indulge in our delectable house made ingredients!

A photo of Andiamo Trattoria Summer Hill restaurant

8. Andiamo Trattoria Summer Hill

4.3

Awesome(74)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Italian • Summer Hill

Booked 23 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. Saga Bar

4.6

Exceptional(444)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• International • Chippendale

Booked 13 times today

A mythical island oasis containing a magical hybrid of different influences from India, the Middle East & South East Asia. SAGA brings together the best of all things beautiful and delicious about these regions and combines them all in one unforgettable establishment. Let SAGA whisk you away to a haven where you can enjoy the world’s finest and most exclusive wines, unique and mouth-watering cocktails, and a perfectly seasoned and matching food menu to tie it all together.

10. Kuon Sushi Sei

4.4

Awesome(38)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Japanese • Haymarket

Booked 3 times today

Sushi Sei new Menu will focus on fresh seafood including Japanese classic sushi and other seasonal ingredients. The concept of Sushi Sei revolves around providing a casual and enjoyable experience at the sushi counter. Guests have the opportunity to savor sushi while engaging in conversation with skilled sushi chefs. They can relish their preferred sushi toppings to their satisfaction and, for those unfamiliar with the menu, the traditional Omakase option is available as well.

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From verified diners like you

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dave
Tasmania •5 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
Greta work by Daniela and the team for their attentive service. For moving us out of the sun and for the great wine recommendations. Made my farewell all the more special. Love your work, team.
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BORN by Tapavino - BarangarooPrice: Moderate• Spanish• Barangaroo
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4.5
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Douglas
Sydney •1 review
4.0
Dined 2 days ago
Had the monster burger - a bit pricey but was delicious.
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BRAZA Churrascaria - Darling QuarterPrice: Expensive• Brazilian• Darling Quarter
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4.5
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Lu
Sydney •1 review
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
excellent place for people who don't like chaotic
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Kuon Sushi SeiPrice: Expensive• Japanese• Haymarket
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4.4
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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
4.0
Dined on Feb 22, 2025
Food was delish! Items on the chef’s menu is highly recommended. Highlights were the aburi salmon, zucchini stuffed with prawn and chicken meatball. Dog friendly seats outside, but VERY HOT as there is no shade and the sun sets opposite of the store which shortly became very uncomfortable. Waiters were very friendly but because we were outside, we couldn’t flag them if we wanted to order more food/drinks. Would come here again but probably come after the sun sets!
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Yakitori JinPrice: Expensive• Japanese Speciality• Haberfield
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4.6

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