Best Historic Restaurants in Darling Harbour

9 restaurants available nearby

1. Glass Brasserie

4.5

Price: Expensive

• Modern Australian • Sydney CBD

Booked 17 times today

Glass Brasserie is an eloquent, lofty restaurant and wine bar with panoramic views overlooking Sydney's historic Queen Victoria Building. Under the culinary guidance of head chef Natalie Murphy, the Glass team dreams up honest, simple culinary experiences that celebrate the finest seasonal produce in imbued flavour.The brasserie-style menu is designed to take guests on a journey, losing themselves in the enclaves of the restaurant's ambiance, flavours and character. Glass boasts one of Sydney's most comprehensive wine lists, curated by Head Sommelier, Mauro Bortolato for almost two decades. The 3,500 strong collection is encased in a striking wine wall that spans floor to ceiling through the space. Designed by renowned interior designer, Tony Chi, the restaurant's interior exudes equal party's intimacy and grandeur with it's ambient open-plan kitchen and expansive day-to-night dining experiences.Located on Level 2, 488 George Street, Sydney.

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2. The Grounds Coffee Factory

4.4

Awesome(130)

Price: Moderate

• Australian • Eveleigh

Booked 60 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.

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3. Pony Dining The Rocks

4.6

Exceptional(104)

Price: Expensive

• Steakhouse • The Rocks

Booked 17 times today

Pony’s executive chef and team are the masters of the wood fire grill, producing contemporary and modern Australian dishes of the season’s freshest produce since its opening in 2006. In an open kitchen where Exec Chef Neil Nolan enjoys a chat with our guests, the Argentinian grill fuelled by iron bark takes dominance with the menu created around this masterpiece. Pony is located in Sydney’s oldest cobblestone laneway within the historic and bustling dining precinct of The Rocks offering inside and outside seating. Our carefully crafted boutique selection of wines and delicious cocktail list complements our a la carte and group menus.

4. The Doss House

4.5

Awesome(290)

Price: Moderate

• Australian • The Rocks

Booked 9 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.

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5. Devine Food & Wine

4.8

Exceptional(549)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Sydney CBD

Booked 8 times today

Devine is one of the city’s most established wine bars, on the corner of Market Street and Clarence Street, in the heart of Sydney CBD and a short stroll to the QVB, State Theatre and Town Hall.Devine is the spot to find tapas, Italian-inspired a la carte and an excellent wine by the glass selection. Long known for it’s popular lunches and after work eats, you’ll see the hustle and bustle of the city coming in to wind down; sinking into the banquettes or sitting up at the bar with some share plates.Freshly shucked Sydney Rock Oysters, zucchini flowers and artisan salumi boards might be the best way to start. Then any of the daily house made pastas, market fresh fish of the day, or the Wagyu Steak are a must!Choose from over 400 wines on the Award winning wine list at Devine - with 40 available by the glass! European grape varieties and natural wine producers aplenty.At just a stone’s throw from Darling Harbour, Devine is a must for corporate meals, social & family celebrations

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6. Gavroche Chippendale

4.9

Exceptional(294)

Price: Expensive

• French • Chippendale

Booked 11 times today

Gavroche Chippendale is your little corner of Paris in the heart of Sydney. It brings not only classic French cuisine to Sydney, but also an accoutrement from the culinary epicentre of the country – like an imposing oakwood entrance from Lyon’s venerable Brasserie Georges, brass-railed banquette seating, oversized carved wooden bar and hand-painted tiled walls for an authentic Parisian experience. Taste your way through our classic Parisian menu by French-born Chef Batiste Gouraud and his team, from escargots de bourgogne, steak frites and canard confit to the classic crème brûlée. With an array of classic dishes that capture the Parisian spirit, and a wine list with a mix of hand-selected French and Australian wines, you’ve got the buzz of Paris in the heart of Sydney!Located inside the heritage-listed historic Old Rum Store located on the bustling Kensington Street in Chippendale. In close proximity to Sydney's Central Station and University of Technology.

7. Spice House

4.5

Awesome(1)

Price: Moderate

• Asian • Chippendale

Spice House is the upstairs space of one of our historic terrace houses, comprised of 2 rooms, both with their own balconies. The rooms can be used as a function or event space, or as private dining rooms. Follow the fiery red dragon up the stairs to experience Spice Alley privately, and set your next gathering amongst the bold style and seductive spell of Spice House.To secure one or both rooms of Spice House, the charge is $40 per person. The $40 per person fee includes $30 worth of Spice Alley food* and drinks**. The remaining $10 covers venue hire, use of eskies, plastic cups, additional share plates and cutlery, use of the Spice House sound system and cleaning fee.* Your $30 credit is valid at Alex Lee Kitchen, Ginger & Spice, Bang Luck Thai Street Food, Sedap Malaysian, Yum Yum Asian BBQ & Salad, Hong Kong Diner, Shanghai Dumpling Bar, Beer Garden, Dimsum House and Tabe-ru.A minimum of 10 guests and full prepayment is required to secure a booking at Spice House.

8. Abattoir Blues

4.5

Awesome(272)

Price: Moderate

• Australian • Homebush

Booked 9 times today

Abattoir Blues is Sydney Olympic Park’s notorious, fully-licensed, boutique diner hidden away in a historic 1900s abattoir building. Capturing the heart and soul of the Park, Abattoir Blues is a restaurant, café and bar experience worth discovering.We are open for all events in the park, and extend our trading hours to accommodate patrons and punters before a concert, sporting event or whatever reason you are in the park. We are the local's choice dining spot and a hotspot for those visiting the park.

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9. Burgers with Bite - Sydney Olympic Park

4.4

Awesome(16)

Price: Moderate

• Burgers • Homebush

Booked 3 times today

Burgers with Bite is a new and boutique burger restaurant in Sydney Olympic Park. With a wide selection of delicious and jaw dropping burgers, we cater for every taste. Our restaurant is fully licensed, providing a range of tap beers, cocktails, wine from regional NSW plus a few selected suprises! Our loaded thickshakes wont disappoint either for those with a sweet tooth! Our 100 inch high definition TV will provide entertainment for the sport lovers, so come in and check out our burgers, and let our team exceed your expectations.

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Thomas
Sydney •1 review
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
Was a really great experience. The staff made the experience!! Very accommodating to allergy needs and very friendly. The food was perfect and very tasty. Was a gift voucher and would definitely go there again now that we've experienced it!! Can't say enough about the staff there, very very good!!
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Glass BrasseriePrice: Expensive• Modern Australian• Sydney CBD
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4.5
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Douglas
Orlando / Central Florida East •4 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Anthony and his staff were FANTABULOUS. When I appeared at the door in my wheelchair, Anthony was apologetic about the one big step since they were in an historic building. At the same time, in true Aussie manner, things were sorted, wines and beers were poured, and wondrous food was consumed. The staff and chef easily and appropriately accommodated a vegan request and Anthony’s wine suggestions were excellent. Thank you for a wonderful night.
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Devine Food & WinePrice: Expensive• Italian• Sydney CBD
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4.8
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Jennifer
Sydney •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
The steak ( dry too) was amazing and cooked to perfection. We also ordered some starters and sides and every dish was superb. The ambience was just perfect for our special evening out of 3 people. Coii hi don’t recommend more highly. All of felt the same that it was fantastic and we will be back
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Pony Dining The RocksPrice: Expensive• Steakhouse• The Rocks
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4.6
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Winnie
Sydney •9 reviews
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
The restaurant is accomodating as we were running late due to poor weather, and customer service is very good considering how busy they get on the weekends. Thank you and we will be back again!
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The Grounds Coffee FactoryPrice: Moderate• Australian• Eveleigh
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4.4
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Naoise
Dublin •1 review
5.0
Dined on Jan 12, 2025
Amazing service, music and atmosphere on a Sunday as always!
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The Doss HousePrice: Moderate• Australian• The Rocks
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4.5

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9 restaurants available nearby

1. Glass Brasserie

2. The Grounds Coffee Factory

3. Pony Dining The Rocks

4. The Doss House

5. Devine Food & Wine

6. Gavroche Chippendale

7. Spice House

8. Abattoir Blues

9. Burgers with Bite - Sydney Olympic Park

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