Best Fun Restaurants in Shortland

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Cuisine

AmericanItalianSteakhouseSeafoodFrenchIndian

Regions

BaysideBelconnenBlacktown and surroundsBlue Mountains regionBondi AreaByron Bay and surrounds

Neighborhoods

AbbotsfordAlbion ParkAlburyAlexandriaAnnandaleAranda

Top Rated

CharmingDog-friendlyFancyGood for business mealsGood for groupsGood for special occasions

Dining Options

All dining options

Delivery only

Takeout only

Seating Options

BarCounterStandardHigh TopOutdoor

Accessibility

Gender-neutral restroomWheelchair access

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1. Son of a Gun

4.8

Exceptional(35)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • Hamilton

A bustling cafe bar with a warm and welcoming interior. Chef Ali creates American dishes with a Newy flair. Open early, open late, daily happy hour, live music, good times.

2. Meantime

4.4

Awesome(109)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Australian • Hamilton

Booked 4 times today

The Meantime Experience offers more than just a meal at a restaurant. It's an opportunity to connect with others, share stories and laughter, and create lasting memories. Our menu features a wide variety of dishes made with the finest ingredients and techniques from around the world. Plus, our kitchen is 100% gluten-free, so everyone can enjoy our delicious food. Come and see for yourself what sets us apart

A photo of Earp Distilling Co. restaurant

3. Earp Distilling Co.

4.6

Exceptional(394)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service • Greater Newcastle

Booked 1 time today

Earp Distilling Co. is an ultra-modern distillery and bar located in harbour-side Carrington, Newcastle. Our distillery tasting bar offers our locally crafted spirits, cocktails, wine and beer with a seasonal food menu featuring local produce. Explore our distillery on a guided tour, experience our unique spirits flavours with a guided tasting or learn to distill your very own gin in our Spirit School class. Special events and function packages are available by request.

4. Sapori at Tailors

4.7

Exceptional(11)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Italian • Islington

Booked 4 times today

CIAO !! Fabrizio and Francesca here! We are husband and wife who arrived here in NEWY almost 6 years ago from Rome and we are excited to bring you a taste of Italy and share our typical culinary traditions with Newcastle. SAPORI means “flavours” in English and perfectly represents what we want to bring to Newcastle - authentic and traditional Italian flavours from our homeland in Italy.As Italians, quality food is in our blood. SAPORI AT TAILORS offers traditional Roman Pizza, homemade Pasta, Desserts, and Gelato. We prepare every dish daily from scratch, using traditional recipes and adding a bit of love into everything we do. We’ve hand-picked the best ingredients from local, authentic producers and imported goods from Italy so we can guarantee high-quality food to give you a real Italian experience here in Newcastle.On our Menu, you can find Pizzas divided into Le Rosse pizzas and Le Bianche , as well as starter plates, pasta and of course, Italian desserts

5. Criniti's Kotara

2.8

(2)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Italian • Kotara

Welcome to Criniti's, the perfect destination for an unforgettable Italian dining experience. Located in the heart of Kotara Westfield Shopping Centre, Newcastle, our renowned woodfired pizzas are crafted using only the freshest ingredients and our signature recipe dough. Choose from 1 metre, 2 metres, or 3 metres sizes and top off your meal with one of our classic Italian antipasti dishes. We also offer a range of succulent steaks, burgers and gourmet salads as well as traditional seafood dishes such as grilled fish and risotto.We've got something to suit every taste! And when it comes to drinks – we've got you covered with an excellent selection of cocktails from Australia's own wineries and around the world. Plus, don't forget to check out our extensive list of wines from both local and international producers. At Criniti's we strive to make sure your visit is nothing short of perfect - come experience real Italian hospitality today!

6. Method Brewing

4.7

Exceptional(3)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Brewery • Islington

Method Brewing is an independent and locally owned brewery. Focused on method-driven, quality beers for the fine people of Islington and surrounding Newcastle area.

7. Neptune's Grotto

4.9

Exceptional(75)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Italian • Sydney CBD

Booked 67 times today

The Pellegrino 2000 Team to Open Neptune’s Grotto, a Basement Italian Joint in the CBD.

8. Pellegrino 2000

4.7

Exceptional(1048)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Italian • Surry Hills

Booked 68 times today

Pellegrino 2000 is a lively spot that combines great food, drinks, and vibe. Reviews are glowing, with customers raving about the hearty Italian food, amazing cocktails, and delightful service. The restaurant's ambiance is described as warm, vibrant, and intimate, with a unique blend of modern and old-world decor. A must-visit for a delicious and relaxed dining experience in Surry Hills!

9. Pippis Cronulla

4.0

Excellent(146)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Modern Australian • Cronulla

Booked 63 times today

Pippi's by the bay at Cronulla - Located at 2 Tonkin Street Cronulla - Coming Soon

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10. Icebergs Dining Room and Bar

4.4

Awesome(96)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Modern Australian • Bondi

Booked 48 times today

Icebergs Dining Room and Bar is about the ocean, the beach, the sky, it's about Sydney.With an ever evolving menu focused on modern Italian cuisine and celebrating seasonal produce, the intimate and elegant Dining Room is the beating heart of Icebergs Dining Room and Bar.Arranged to take in the famous view of Bondi by day or night, it makes an unforgettable backdrop to a menu inspired by Maurice Terzini’s Italian heritage. The menu is designed to give you a seasonally changing opportunity to sample dishes that reflect the depth of Italian cuisine, created with Australia's best produce.For reservations of up to 9 people, our Dining Room offers a Fixed Price Choice Set Menu at $130pp for 2 courses and $155pp for 3 courses.For reservations of 10 guests and above we serve a selection of Feasting Menus, don't hesitate to contact our Event Coordinator at reservations@idrb.com should you wish to enquire.

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Ashley
Melbourne •4 reviews
4.0
Dined 2 days ago
Thanks for accommodating our booking of 10 people on Saturday evening. Staff were friendly nd the food was delightful. We did book for 6PM however a few of our party got held up and didn't arrive until after 6:30pm, so things were a bit rushed toward the end as another group was coming in after us. Drink service was a little slow but they did seem quite busy with diners and take away orders. I will be back to try some more of the menu :)
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Sapori at TailorsPrice: Expensive• Italian• Islington
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4.7
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Kerri
New York City •1 review
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Our group of five shared six small plates plus dessert each which was perfect We licked the plates clean of the caramel sauce on the panna cottas it was that good! The mocktails were fabulous too - yes strange we drank mocktails at a distillery but we couldn't tell the difference!
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Earp Distilling Co.Price: Expensive• Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service• Greater Newcastle
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4.6
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Jennifer
New South Wales •1 review
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
Lovely food and cocktails, service was exceptional. Always love being able to choose anything on the menu as all Gluten Free. Had a really lovely evening.
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MeantimePrice: Moderate• Australian• Hamilton
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4.4
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kylie
New South Wales •1 review
5.0
Dined on Feb 8, 2025
What a great venue, staff where all amazing, highly recommended
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Son of a GunPrice: Moderate• American• Hamilton
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4.8

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