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1. The East Chinese Restaurant
4.5
Awesome(50)
Price: Expensive
• Chinese • Circular Quay
Booked 18 times today
The East is Sydney’s leading fine dining Chinese restaurant by the Opera House, Circular Quay. With both indoor and outdoor seating with a view of the Sydney Harbor Bridge, we proudly serve authentic Chinese cuisine, offering a diverse and delicious menu inspired by rich Chinese history.Our menu is very extensive, with dishes that are hot and powerful to those that are more mild and subtle. Whether you’re craving sweet and sour flavors, or steamed natural aromas, or perhaps exotic herbs and spices, The East has dishes that will tantalize your taste buds.
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2. Wahlburgers Opera Quays
3.4
Very Good(24)
Price: Moderate
• Australian • Sydney CBD
Booked 2 times today
From Boston to Sydney: From Chef Paul Wahlberg and his brothers Donnie & Mark, welcome to Wahlburgers! From burgers to pizzas, wings to steaks, Wahlburgers has just what you're craving. Bring the family by for some fries and shakes, tune in to our live and loud sports, and unwind with an offering from our full bar. If you're after it, Wahlburgers has got it!Located on the world-famous Sydney Harbour Foreshore. Steps away from the Opera House and with striking views of The Sydney Harbour Bridge
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3. Tigra & Disco Pantera
5.0
Exceptional(2)
Price: Moderate
• Wine Bar • Sydney CBD
Booked 2 times today
Tigra brings a combination of the lively laneway cultures of Barcelona and Tokyo, offering a refined space for midday aperitifs and upmarket bar snacks. Sprawled across two levels on Young Street, they’re promising a double dose of good times under one roof. Menu featuring a selection of daily snacks and small plates, including standouts like Koshihakari ‘cat’ rice, Yarra Valley salmon roe, and anchovy soldier. Perfect to pair with an aperitif offering or a drop from the extensive wine list.
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4. Bennelong Restaurant
4.7
Exceptional(559)
Price: Very Expensive
• Modern Australian • Sydney CBD
Booked 1 time today
Bennelong serves to celebrate the Sydney Opera House and its extraordinary architecture by offering a culturally significant and inspiring menu showcasing a most magnificent production of Australian food and wine. We offer a 3 course menu with sides for $210 per person. Our cooking is not overly technical and tricky – it’s robust and direct – allowing the pure flavours of the ingredients to sing. We’ve enjoyed developing a whimsical dessert menu based on traditional Australian sweets, and the wine list, similarly – is a reflection of the best of Australia – without taking itself too seriously", Peter Gilmore.
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5. Clam Bar
4.7
Exceptional(526)
Price: Expensive
• Steak • Sydney CBD
Booked 34 times today
A New York-inspired seafood Grill and steakhouse in the heart of the CBD.
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6. The Grounds of the City
4.3
Awesome(3639)
Price: Moderate
• Modern Australian • Sydney CBD
Booked 82 times today
The Grounds of the City, the second outpost from the team behind The Grounds of Alexandria, is bringing soul back to the CBD with old-school service and charm. Located in the heart of the CBD and bustling with activity, The Grounds of the City is tailor-made for a marvellous time; no matter the occasion. Start your day right as our baristas expertly serve up The Grounds house-roasted espresso and filter coffees, or end it in the best possible way and cosy in with our selection of cocktails and a dinner menu that features something for everyone. You’ll find our coffee sommelier at The Barista’s Bar ready to take you through a tailored coffee experience, and our tea lady roaming the room with a trolley adorned with fresh coffee, our selection of ethically sourced teas and cakes.
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7. Margaret
4.7
Exceptional(707)
Price: Very Expensive
• Modern Australian • Double Bay
Booked 92 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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8. Zushi - Barangaroo
4.6
Exceptional(1572)
Price: Expensive
• Japanese • Barangaroo
Booked 79 times today
At the edge of the CBD, in the spectacular 22-hectare waterfront precinct where an old container terminal once stood, discerning foodies can now find some of the city’s best sushi in Barangaroo. Established in 2016, the newest addition to the Zushi restaurant empire is in Sydney’s impressive new harbour foreshore playground. Zushi Barangaroo is both stylish and comfortable, capturing the relaxed style of a typical Japanese bar or izakaya designed by the renowned architect Koichi Takada. We offer premium service complimented with a wide selection of imported beers, Japanese inspired cocktails, and Japanese sake and whisky.Zushi prides itself on using only carefully sourced local ingredients; the freshest vegetables and sustainable seafood where possible and most of the menu is gluten-free. We are open every day for lunch and dinner, serving delectable sushi, sashimi and share plates. And the glorious harbour views are pretty tasty too.
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9. Pellegrino 2000
4.7
Exceptional(1020)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • Surry Hills
Booked 72 times today
A busy neighbourhood trattoria & wine bar in Surry Hills.
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10. Song Bird
4.4
Awesome(211)
Price: Very Expensive
• Chinese • Double Bay
Booked 57 times today
Song Bird is open 7 nights. Lunch Friday to Sunday. 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.

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  • Ben
    Sydney •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 1 day ago
    The staff at Clam Bar made last night so memorable for us all. The table was perfect - a booth in the back of the restaurant that comfortable sat us all. Felt like we were in downtown New York amongst the wood panelling and jazz music. The service was wonderful, the food exceptional. We will be back.
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    Clam BarPrice: Expensive• Steak• Sydney CBD
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    4.7
  • Dan
    Brisbane •1 review
    4.0
    Dined 5 days ago
    Booked here purely for the happy hour deals between 3-6pm. But upon arrival we were told that they weren’t doing the happy hour over the holiday season which is fair enough as it’s alway busy, but it still stated it on their website and they had posters on the walls in the toilets advertising it. We asked staff and they were unhelpful and their English wasn’t great. Two different staff members said they’d get a manager, but no manager appeared. But on a positive the food was great as always and service was quick, just a shame because we booked to go because of the advertised happy hour and it wasn’t honoured.
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    Wahlburgers Opera QuaysPrice: Moderate• Australian• Sydney CBD
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    3.4
  • Ngo
    Sydney •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 7 days ago
    Very good food. Excellent service. Wonderful location on a beautiful summer night. Prices are not too high given the location.
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    The East Chinese RestaurantPrice: Expensive• Chinese• Circular Quay
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    4.5
  • James
    London •1 review
    5.0
    Dined on Dec 12, 2024
    Staff were fantastic, they were attentive and informative. Venue is niche and great for catch ups, date night etc. Bit pricey but you’re in the CBD so that’s to be expected. What to expect: friendly knowledgeable staff, tasty food, good vibes, great music and a second to none location. What not to expect: great value for money, beers or a bad time. 8/10
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    Tigra & Disco PanteraPrice: Moderate• Wine Bar• Sydney CBD
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    5
  • Louise
    Berkshire •3 reviews
    5.0
    Dined on Aug 19, 2024
    This is a lovely restaurant on a totally iconic site. We are from the UK so it was lovely to eat in the Sydney Opera House. Menu is limited but food very good and service excellent.
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    Bennelong RestaurantPrice: Very Expensive• Modern Australian• Sydney CBD
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    4.7

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