Best Restaurants for Foodies in Darlinghurst

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1. Lankan Filling Station

4.8

Exceptional(75)

Price: Very Expensive

• Sri Lankan • Darlinghurst

Booked 16 times today

Lankan Filling Station is a vibrant Sri Lankan restaurant in Sydney. Our food is inspired by traditional Lankan flavours with an Australian sensibility.

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2. Zushi - Surry Hills

4.6

Exceptional(705)

Price: Expensive

• Japanese • Surry Hills

Booked 32 times today

Zushi - Surry Hills is a foodie's delight, with its modern Japanese cuisine made from fresh, local and sustainable ingredients. Reviewers rave about the superb service, beautiful food presentation, and the diverse, interesting menu. The restaurant's unique Omakase experience is a standout, taking diners on a culinary journey. The relaxed atmosphere and friendly staff add to the appeal. Whether you're a meat eater or a vegan/vegetarian, there's something for everyone. The restaurant is also fully licensed, offering an exciting list of cocktails, sake, beer, and wines.

3. The Waratah

4.6

Exceptional(100)

Price: Expensive

• Australian • Darlinghurst

Booked 19 times today

The Waratah is a neighbourhood friendly bar, located in the heart of Darlinghurst. Our ground floor features a friendly and easy-going public bar designed for walk-ins only. Upstairs is open for bookings, with a vibrant terrace bar complete with a stunning sun-draped rooftop and wrap-around veranda.Our focus is on cocktails and great food. The Waratah is our love letter to all that makes Australia unique: small & independent producers, local growers, native produce and a diverse and singular landscape.Welcome to The Waratah, let’s explore Australia together.

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4. Paski Vineria Popolare

4.8

Exceptional(55)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Darlinghurst

Booked 12 times today

Paski Vineria Popolare is a restaurant & wine bar, with more casual vibe on the ground floor (walk-ins only) and more curated food and wine selection on the upstair floor (bookings and walk-ins). The venue serves Italian food, freshly made pasta, from small individual nibbles to more substantial dishes.

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5. Elements Smokehouse and Bar Darlinghurst

4.8

Exceptional(36)

Price: Expensive

• American • Darlinghurst

Booked 23 times today

Welcome to Elements Smokehouse and Bar, where culinary excellence meets vibrant ambience in the heart of Sydney. Our menu showcases the finest ingredients and expert cooking techniques, ensuring every dish is a flavorful masterpiece. While steak is our specialty, prepared to perfection with the choicest cuts, our culinary prowess extends to a diverse range of options, from juicy ribs to crispy fried chicken wings. Join us for an unforgettable dining experience and discover why Elements Smokehouse is acclaimed as one of the best American Diners in Sydney. Just a short walk from Surry Hills, Potts Point and Kings Cross, our romantic steakhouse and restaurant are ready to give you an unforgettable experience.

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6. Claire's Kitchen at Le Salon

4.8

Exceptional(25)

Price: Expensive

• French • Surry Hills

Booked 6 times today

Open since 2010, Claire's Kitchen creates an authentic and familiar French experience that keeps bringing customers back.Situated between Surry Hills and Darlinghurst over 2 levels. The ground level is reserved for classic dinner experience while the mezzanine level hosts Cabaret Nights from Tuesday to Sunday or private functions at request.Former TV chef Marc Kuzma (aka Claire de Lune) lets his talents shine at his Darlinghurst venture. Step through the doors from Oxford Street, and enter a world of glamour, decadence and French chic. Soaring ceilings, imported wallpapers, glittering chandeliers, white linen, black Louis XV chairs and French antiques will make you feel like you're world's away from the chaos of the bustling street outside. Oh oui, nous aimons que….(we love that!). Charming French waiters warmly welcome patrons at Claire' and the brasserie classics with contemporary touches are done with true French finesse. It's French chic at its best.

7. Takam

4.8

Exceptional(25)

Price: Expensive

• Filipino • Darlinghurst

Booked 4 times today

Eat in or carry-out all day brunch and a casual dinner concept offering to the funky and vibrant Darlinghurst.Takam’s philosophy is about #filipinofoodforward which showcases to their culture, nostalgia and passion for the traditional flavours and techniques of Filipino cuisine, but delivers in a elavated, harmonious and personalized manner. Takam are also inspired by the native Australian produce at Sydney’s doorstep, using native ingredients in their traditional cuisine and honouring both, will be at their forefront. A hybrid concept bought to life from lifelong friends, Francis Dela Cruz, Aileen Aguirre and Lesley Roque.

8. Tokyo Bird

4.6

Exceptional(597)

Price: Moderate

• Japanese • Surry Hills

Booked 13 times today

Tokyo Bird is a Japanese inspired small bar located in Belmore Lane, Surry Hills, serving Japanese whisky and beer, cocktails, sake and yakitori – chicken and other delicious morsels on skewers, grilled Japanese style.Tokyo Bird combines the best of Tokyo’s yakitori-ya and izakaya with classic cocktail bars in an intimate Sydney laneway small bar. We look forward to welcoming you to Tokyo Bird!

9. Song Bird

4.3

Awesome(164)

Price: Very Expensive

• Chinese • Double Bay

Booked 62 times today

Song Bird will be open 7 nights from 4th November. Song Bird by chef Neil Perry AM offers a superlative culinary experience that blends the delicate flavours of Cantonese cuisine with the warmth and fragrance of traditional Chinese cooking. Reflecting Perry’s profound appreciation for Chinese culinary traditions, Song Bird’s menu is designed for sharing and is a testament to Perry’s commitment to cooking with fresh, locally-sourced premium produce.Situated in Sydney’s Double Bay and set over three levels, Song Bird exudes a sophisticated yet welcoming ambience. Housed in the heritage-listed 1960’s masterpiece ‘Gaden House’, designed by architect the late Neville Gruzman, Song Bird's interior immerses guests in contemporary elegance with a subtle nod to Chinese sensibilities. Neil Perry AM is one of Australia’s leading and most influential chefs. He has been the Food, Beverage & Service Director at QANTAS for 25+years, creating one of the best dining experiences in the sky.

10. Margaret

4.7

Exceptional(651)

Price: Very Expensive

• Modern Australian • Double Bay

Booked 70 times today

Margaret is a neighbourhood restaurant at its core, but it’s also evolved into something more than that. It’s about comfort, generosity, and cosiness.At Margaret, we work with the best quality produce that Australia has to offer. Chef Neil Perry AM has spent years developing relationships with some of the best suppliers in the country. We are predominantly a seafood restaurant and are very fortunate to receive our seafood direct from our fishermen, caught sustainably and dry filleted here onsite at Margaret, so we can ensure that all that love and care our wonderful fisherman have taken is seen all the way through. The menu at Margaret is diverse and inspired by all the flavours that Neil has been collecting over his 45+ years in the industry. Margaret

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Caroline
Sydney •5 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
A lovely meal hilighting Lombardia. The Barbabietola, Polpette and the Sformato di Panettone were our favorites. Looking forward to these dinners in 2025.
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Paski Vineria PopolarePrice: Expensive• Italian• Darlinghurst
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4.8
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OpenTable Diner
Sydney •1 review
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
This is the second time we have eaten at the restaurant, everything was just great, the meals , service etc. Would have no trouble in recommending this restaurant to anyone looking for Japanese cuisine.
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Zushi - Surry HillsPrice: Expensive• Japanese• Surry Hills
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4.6
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Andrewvip
Sydney •7 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Delicious food served by the most wonderful and attentive staff. Great afternoon
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The WaratahPrice: Expensive• Australian• Darlinghurst
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4.6
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Gary
Raleigh / Durham / Chapel Hill •5 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
You have the choice of indoor / outdoor seating which is very nice and it’s located in a pedestrian square rather than on a street side. Food (we chose meat dishes) was excellent and very well prepared. So I’d give the food 5 stars. The wine selection wasn’t that extensive at all and not very competitively priced to other local restaurants we ate at. The service was also OK — they were very busy and so we waited some time for service, it when they got to you they were very polite and attentive. Overall I’d give them a 4 out of 5 and would recommend them for a good dining experience.
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Elements Smokehouse and Bar DarlinghurstPrice: Expensive• American• Darlinghurst
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4.8
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Mike
Sydney •1 review
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
Excellent as always. The best thing is that there’s always something different.
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Lankan Filling StationPrice: Very Expensive• Sri Lankan• Darlinghurst
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4.8

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1. Lankan Filling Station

2. Zushi - Surry Hills

3. The Waratah

4. Paski Vineria Popolare

5. Elements Smokehouse and Bar Darlinghurst

6. Claire's Kitchen at Le Salon

7. Takam

8. Tokyo Bird

9. Song Bird

10. Margaret

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