Best Live Music Restaurants in Chatswood

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AmericanItalianSeafoodFrenchJapanesePizzeria

Regions

Eastern SuburbsInner SouthInner WestNorth Sydney AreaNorthern BeachesRandwick and surrounds

Neighborhoods

BalmainBarangarooBelroseBrookvaleChippendaleCollaroy

Top Rated

CharmingDog-friendlyFancyGood for business mealsGood for groupsGood for special occasions

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All dining options

Delivery only

Takeout only

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BarCounterStandardHigh TopOutdoor

Accessibility

Gender-neutral restroomWheelchair access

42 restaurants available nearby

A photo of Garfish Crows Nest restaurant

1. Garfish Crows Nest

4.6

Exceptional(1006)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Seafood • Crows Nest

Booked 14 times today

Situated in the heart of Crows Nest, our lower north shore restaurant has a distinct cafe feel. Whether you’re looking for an intimate dinner, a place to escape the office or somewhere to meet up with friends, relax, sit back and enjoy the buzz of surrounding Crows Nest while you enjoy Australian seafood at its best. BYO Tuesday (lunch & dinner) and Saturday (lunch only)$8 corkage per person.

2. The Doss House

4.5

Awesome(293)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Australian • The Rocks

Booked 4 times today

The Doss House - where fine whiskies and cocktails meet the historical char of one of the oldest suburbs, The Rocks. Combine this with one of our famous Cheese Boards or Ploughman's Platters from our ever-changing menu and you might have just found your perfect spot to spend the day sipping on premium spirits. Tugged away between George St and Kendall Lane we're right there but so hidden at the same time.Recapturing the convivial spirit of Sydney’s formative years, the original sandstone walls of The Doss House bring warmth to our unique basement bar which features a beautiful terrace area and rare original fireplaces.Built in the 1840s, what we call The Doss House today has been the home to a rich, eclectic collection of tenants including a boot maker, boarding house, doctor’s surgery and opium dealer, some which have been entwined within the interiors of the five, cosy bar spaces.

A photo of Mode Kitchen & Bar restaurant

3. Mode Kitchen & Bar

4.3

Awesome(539)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Breakfast • The Rocks

Booked 6 times today

Mode Kitchen & Bar is a modern Australian restaurant located in Sydney's CBD, offering an innovative and uncomplicated menu that blends diverse cultural influences. The restaurant serves a range of meals, including breakfast, lunch, aperitivo, and dinner, with a focus on delivering delicious flavors with fresh, high-quality ingredients. Mode's menu celebrates modern Australian cuisine, featuring a balance of locally sourced produce and global culinary techniques. The restaurant is known for its chic atmosphere, ideal for casual dining, business lunches, or evening meals with a sophisticated touch.

4. Analog

4.3

Awesome(58)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Café • Mosman

Booked 14 times today

Analog Mosman is a contemporary café nestled in the heart of Mosman, offering a unique blend of minimalist design and a warm, welcoming atmosphere. Known for its carefully curated menu, Analog features specialty coffee and a selection of thoughtfully crafted dishes that emphasize fresh, local ingredients. Whether you're looking for a cosy spot to enjoy a morning brew or a stylish setting for brunch with friends, Analog Mosman delivers a relaxed yet refined dining experience.

5. Belrose Hotel

4.3

Awesome(741)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Pub • Belrose

Booked 22 times today

Welcome to The Belrose Hotel! One of the northern beaches’ largest hotels and the family-friendly go-to pub for the local community. Boasting Sydney’s largest indoor playground, and a spacious bistro serving a lengthy menu of upmarket pub-fare, as well as a comfortable lounge area with lofty bar, The Belrose Hotel is the perfect venue for whatever you’re planning!Brunch: 10am – 11amLunch: 11am – 2.30pmDinner: 5pm-9pm.Bar Menu: Mon-Thu; 11am-9pmAll Day Menu: Fri, Sat & Sun; 11am-9pm

6. Frank Mac's

4.5

Awesome(95)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Cocktail Bar • The Rocks

Booked 1 time today

Frank Mac's. Gin & Cocktail Bar The original 1840s sandstone walls of the building Frank Mac’s now occupies a 120-person capacity bar which flows from outdoor seating on George Street, across two levels and into a back courtyard. Whereas the downstairs space feels cosy and intimate, dotted with vintage leather banquettes, dark jade and light orange velvet armchairs, low tables and a fireplace, the ground level you’ll walk into off George Street will reflect the energy of the bartenders working behind the almost five-metre-long oak bar. A handful of bar stools provide the perfect vantage point to take in the cocktail mixology while the dark velvet curtains, worn leather banquette seats and cosy fireplace of the ‘Snug’ provides groups of up to eight with a private space to retreat and relax.

A photo of East Village Hotel Balmain restaurant

7. East Village Hotel Balmain

4.6

Exceptional(36)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Australian • Balmain

Booked 11 times today

Affectionately nicknamed ‘The EVH’ by our locals, we are proudly ‘pokie free’, dog friendly, and the only remaining hotel in East Balmain. Super conveniently located, only 100m from the East Balmain Ferry (or 2 minute's walk), we are also only one ferry ride from Barangaroo!

8. Brooksy Bar

4.4

Awesome(5)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Cocktail Bar • Sydney CBD

Brooksy is a hidden gem nestled within the heart of the city, offering a unique and sophisticated experience. The brand is inspired by the 1920s, inviting patrons on a journey through elegance offering premium cocktails and small plates from the bar cart.

9. The Balmain Hotel

4.4

Awesome(12)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Bistro • Balmain

Booked 1 time today

Nestled in the cosy Neighbourhood of Sydney’s Inner West, The Balmain Hotel is the perfect destination for anyone and everyone. Balmain’s second oldest Pub, dating back to 1869 – turns tropical, urban oasis. Find yourself sipping on mouth-watering, passionately prepared cocktails & enjoying Asian-infused pub menu, that are both market fresh and wildly delicious.

10. Jazushi

4.5

Awesome(57)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Japanese • Surry Hills

Booked 9 times today

"Jazushi offers Sydney's best blend of exquisite Japanese fusion cuisine, professional service and the finest live jazz entertainment WED, FRI, SAT and Sunday nights. Tucked away on Devonshire St just minutes walk from Central Station and the famous Belvoir Theatre, Jazushi offers a stylish and elegant dining experience that promises to be as pleasing to the ear as it is to the palate. Consisting of three grant dining area, Jazushi is ideal for any occasion. The main dining room provides an ambient atmosphere to best enjoy live music, while the gorgeous outdoor Terrace and spacious Red Room provide the perfect solution for any function needs. Come and experience Sydney's best kept secret!!"

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LorraineR
Gold Coast •3 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
For this calibre of restaurant I would have thought they would use fresh hand cut chips not frozen, it puts the quality of the dish down. Everything else was really good. We will return.
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Garfish Crows NestPrice: Expensive• Seafood• Crows Nest
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4.6
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Carla
Sydney •4 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Always love going to Analog. We had such a nice night and the food is delicious.
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AnalogPrice: Moderate• Café• Mosman
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4.3
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Karl
Sydney •2 reviews
4.0
Dined 5 days ago
Good experience had - attentive service oriented staff and nice vibe. Good food.
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Belrose HotelPrice: Moderate• Pub• Belrose
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4.3
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OpenTable Diner
Gold Coast •1 review
5.0
Dined on Mar 1, 2025
This is the best bar in Sydney. Exceptional staff, the best poured Guinness in Sydney and the live music is sensational.
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The Doss HousePrice: Moderate• Australian• The Rocks
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4.5
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OpenTable Diner
New South Wales •1 review
5.0
Dined on Feb 14, 2025
The evening was wonderful and the team were fantastic.
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Mode Kitchen & BarPrice: Moderate• Breakfast• The Rocks
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4.3

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