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1. Pony Dining The Rocks
4.6
Exceptional(131)
Price: Expensive
• Steakhouse • The Rocks
Booked 16 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.
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2. Tapavino - Circular Quay
4.6
Exceptional(298)
Price: Expensive
• Spanish • Circular Quay
Booked 23 times today
Tapavino - Circular Quay is a fantastic spot for a date night. With its intimate vibe and exceptional service, it's the perfect place to wine and dine. Reviewers praise its quaint and warm atmosphere, great food and wine, and friendly service. It's also described as a 'great spot for a celebration' and a 'perfect night out'.
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3. Squire’s Brewhouse and Eatery
4.5
Awesome(2)
Price: Expensive
• Modern Australian • The Rocks
Booked 2 times today
Our in-house microbrewery is another iconic addition to everything that The Squire’s Landing is. From James Squire’s iconic crafts, to our limited release small batch brews, you’re bound to come across something unique in our Brewhouse. Our Brewhouse menu boasts hearty pub classics with a twist.The Ground Floor Brewhouse accepts reservations all year round with seasonal minimum spends. Please refer to the booking widget and your specific date for the minimum spend. We take groups of 15-30 guests. For all smaller groups and parties that do not wish to prepay a minimum spend, the venue is available on a walk-in basis. Reservations for the Restaurant on the 1st floor can be made through the "Squire's Waterfront Restaurant" on open table.10% surcharge applies on Sundays. 15% surcharge applies on public holidays. All Minors must be accompanied by a legal guardian or parent at all times across the whole venue.We look forward to hosting you!
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4. The Doss House
4.5
Awesome(293)
Price: Moderate
• Australian • The Rocks
Booked 5 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. Mode Kitchen & Bar
4.3
Awesome(539)
Price: Moderate
• Breakfast • The Rocks
Booked 9 times today
Mode Kitchen & Bar is perfect for a date night with its elegant and warm ambiance, as mentioned in many reviews. The delicious modern Australian cuisine and friendly, attentive service add to the romantic experience. Many customers celebrated special occasions there, making it a memorable and enjoyable place for a date.
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6. Frank Mac's
4.5
Awesome(95)
Price: Moderate
• Cocktail Bar • The Rocks
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.
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7. Walsh Bay Kitchen
4.3
Awesome(11)
Price: Expensive
• Modern Australian • Millers Point
Booked 12 times today
Located at the heart of the Walsh Bay Arts Precinct, Walsh Bay Kitchen provides the perfect pre-theatre dinner experience to compliment an evening at Sydney Theatre Company's iconic Roslyn Packer Theatre. The restaurant showcases locally sourced produce and premium Australian meat and seafood through a light, Mediterranean-inspired Prix Fixe menu guided by the seasons. Menu price is $65 for 2-course or $78 for 3-course. The drinks menu features an all-Australian wine list as well as Champagne, cocktails, beers, ciders and a substantial non-alcoholic offering. The restaurant is operated in partnership with the Fresh Collective, bringing their signature love of the arts, food and service from the neighbouring Theatre Bar At The End of the Wharf. Walsh Bay Kitchen is the perfect way to round out a great night at the theatre.
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8. Bar 1880
4.4
Awesome(8)
Price: Moderate
• Cocktail Bar • Circular Quay
Originally the home of ‘The Bulletin’ newspaper, we touch on the rich history of Bulletin Place from the 1880’s through to today’s modern world. Mixing classic cocktails dating as far back as the building itself to signature cocktails and specialty drinks to compliment the latest news and events around the world.
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9. Clam Bar
4.7
Exceptional(561)
Price: Expensive
• Steak • Sydney CBD
Booked 70 times today
A New York-inspired seafood Grill and steakhouse in the heart of the CBD.
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10. Pellegrino 2000
4.7
Exceptional(1063)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • Surry Hills
Booked 48 times today
Pellegrino 2000 is a perfect spot for a romantic date night. Reviewers rave about its 'intimate' and 'romantic' ambience, with one even saying it's a 'perfect venue for our date night'. The stand-out Italian food, coupled with great service and a superb wine selection, makes for a memorable evening. One review even mentioned it was their 'new favourite place'.
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