Sydney. Accessible only by boat or seaplane, Berowra Waters Inn is as close as you can get to dgustation dining on the water without getting wet. Atmosphere was buzzing. The food is fabulous.consistently of the highest quality. Support media diversity and local, today. How easy is it to love Hubert? There's whimsy, too, in fluffy "typhoon shelter" fried rice with king crab, dusted in a fluorescent rubble of fried chilli and garlic. Maybe it's the genuinely warm, "everyone's welcome" atmosphere that's such a defining part of its allure. 2 / 29 Margaret Address: 30-36 Bay Street, Double Bay Easily the biggest restaurant opening in Sydney this year comes in the form of Margaret: Neil Perry's first restaurant opening since departing the Rockpool Group a couple of years back. Enjoy the best of Chinese cuisine while taking in the best views in Sydney. The incredibly considered and creatively plated 18-course menu is made up of only the freshest seafood from the fish market that day, turned into elegant sashimi, sushi and more. On dark-wood walls hang all manner of prints and vintage posters, and up on stage against a red velvet curtain, a trio of musicians strum jazz hits. Heading up the luxeteppanyaki ishead chefFelix Zheng. Desserts surprise by travelling over the globe, from retro CWA-inspired golden-syrup dumplings to a Southeast Asian pandan custard. In reality, it simply feels warm and jolly not just comfortable, but content in its own skin. I have been going there since the current owner took it over 14 years ago, and it is sensational. Average price A$20 Welcome. Neighbouring the Sydney Opera House, Whalebridge is the new al fresco home of chef Will Elliott (Hubert in Sydney and St. John in London) a sunny spot with views to write home about. (You can find other cities top pickshere.). 2 minutes, 11/28/2022 The 70s-style designer interiors make Jane a place youll want to linger a little longer. Embark on an odyssey into the Middle East, right in the heart of Sydney. Sydney wasdefinitely waiting with bated breath for this one. More substantial dishes, such as firm-fleshed Glacier 51 toothfish fragrant with ginger and spring onion, treat Cantonese tradition with proper respect. The restaurant design, by Fiona Lynch Office, withretractable ceilings, glass walls, and infinite details, makes it one of the best-looking dining rooms in Sydney too. Get our top stories direct to your inbox. As we rocket closer to the end of the year, Sydney's restaurant scene shows no signs of slowing down. It opened within Harry Seidler's iconic MLC Centre, now called 25 Martin Place (which underwent a $170 million transformation) and there's a couple of things that caught our attention. We've pulled together a list of Sydney's best Japanese restaurants for you to tick through. Another upside of Fontanas full-time restaurant status? With so many booming flavours afoot, it's advice worth taking. This is super awesome, a number of individual dishes in the Raw and, - I call it an event as the dinner (, The seafood was superb, but the pork belly &. Come for a coffee and pastry while you read the paper and pretend to be a local, or settle in for a long lunch or dimly-lit dinner. Choose between a seven-course degustation or a three-course selection, both options filled with Smyths luxurious and mind-bending dishes like her signature potato and roe, poached for eight hours in an umami-loaded seaweed beurre blanc. Thirsty? Her showstopping rhubarb and Davidson's plum dessert alone is worth the trip across the Hawkesbury River. Photo: Sharyn Cairns. If this is the next phase of the trattoria, the future looks bright, indeed. What are the best restaurants in Sydney for cheap eats? It all just works so well. Aalia is so spesh that it won Best Fine Dining Restaurant in our Time Out Sydney Food & Drink Awards 2022. Quirky place with friendly service. At this three-in-one enoteca in Darlinghurst, regional Italian fare stars alongside a legendary wine list that celebrates small-scale, artisanal varieties. BOOK NOW >. 9 minutes, 11/23/2022 Affirming the ESCA Group (Nour, Henrietta, Lilymu) as one of the most exciting hospitalitygroups in Sydney, AALIAloosely translates to elevated or exalted. But there's more to it: this list of new Sydney restaurants is ambitious, joyful, and powerful. Perched beside the Opera House with spectacular views of Sydney Harbour Bridge, The East is Sydneys leading fine dining Chinese restaurant serving up authentic Chinese cuisine that's perfect for sharing with the whole family. Downtown / LoDo. The Royal Hotel Paddington. Sydney has some seriously great food, and we loved eating our way through Harbour City. The ambitious restaurant opened in early 2022 and instantly made an impression thanks to chef Paul Farags dedication to finding centuries-old Middle Eastern books some even stretching back 1000 years and translating his discoveries into menu ideas. BOOK NOW >. Don't expect a plain Jane at chef Tristan Rosiers new venue; his sleek Bourke Street sibling to acclaimed restaurant Arthur is dedicated to serving Modern Australian cuisine at its best. At night, it transforms into an atmospheric Modern Australian restaurant with a menu that heroes the best Australian ingredients. We love the old masters of the classics, that have been around since the 80s, and we welcome the new wave of smart fusion concocters. 33. All rights reserved, Switch to Visit NSW to see more of the state, Sydneys best new restaurants to try in 2022, Australian Superbikes - Sydney Motorsport Park. All rights reserved. Highest Rating 1. Part of the multi-level dining precinct Hinchcliff House, Lana welcomes impromptu dining with walk-ins invited to sit at the bar and order from the "Play List" a sharp edit of snackable hits. Phone: (02) 9974 5599. This is the version of our website addressed to speakers of English in the United States. Tunes flowbetween live vinyl DJs,Rekdo's catalogue of vinyl, and guest musical curatorsfrom Donny Benet to Meg Mac and Lazywax. From start to finish, a meal at Sixpenny complete with beautiful ceramics, smart service and imaginative beverage pairings is a rare and exciting treat. But what this brilliant family-run spot lacks in elbow room, it more than makes up for with value and just about everything else that makes restaurant dining a total joy. There are old favourites, new trailblazers, and a lot of dining out to be done in the harbour city. Wash it all down with a Japanese-inspired drinks menu designed by PS40s Michael Chiem, including beer, sake and inventive cocktails. BOOK NOW >. At this three-in-one enoteca in Darlinghurst, regional Italian fare stars alongside a legendary wine list that celebrates small-scale, artisanal varieties. Dive into a plate of native Murray cod curry, simmered in a lemon myrtle, mountain pepper, pepper berry and roasted macadamia sauce; or snack on the kangaroo tartare, piled high with French fries. In the heart of Wahroonga village, this buzzy cafe celebrates organic, locally sourced produce and homemade fare. We're stepping outside of Sydney for this one (just a few 100kms, don't worry guys). How refreshing to find a new Sydney restaurant that isn't trying too hard to be sexy or hip. From the talented team behind Light Years, Moonlightis a whole new reason to make tracks for Byron Bay. Sydneysiders love brunch, so its no surprise this Sydney institution has made the top 10. This is Dan Pepperell's kitchen, so of course there are twists on the seemingly straightforward menu. 7. S'More follows the same theme, confirming Sydney's love of a high roller moment and delivering luxe French classics with Asian tweaks. But where would any world-class city be without glorious gatekeepers like this that form the foundation of a dining scene? A celebration of sherry, wine, food and friends awaits at this trendy wine bar in Sydney's CBD. What happens when you combine delicious Korean-Chinese fusion cuisine with a bustling late-night karaoke bar? What We Like: Excellent Service. The wine list, meanwhile, ranges from edgy to immediately recognisable. The best restaurants in Sydney, as reviewed for our 2023 Restaurant Guide. Find the perfect restaurant for your next outing. Graze your way from Barcelona to Spains French border at, 13 of the best vegan restaurants in Sydney. Average price A$30. Have a drink at Paskis downstairs bar-slash-bottle-o before heading upstairs to the cosy dining space to feast on freshly made pasta and seasonal dishes. People tend to smile at Cafe Paci. Urban List acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of the lands where we work, live, and play. Complete with luxe marble accents and Alexander Calder artworks, Parlar is a stunner. Much of what makes the Pellegrino 2000 experience so satisfying dynamite focaccia, killer fritto misto, cracking lamb rag can hardly be considered original. Sydney's Best Restaurant Openings of 2022 (So Far) We're at the halfway mark, and there are already newbies evolving Sydney's exciting dining scene. Kilns location on the 18th floor of the Ace Hotel means you have a compelling cityscape view, and the retractable roof will undoubtedly come in handy as the weather gets sunnier and breezier. Is there a better start to a meal in all of Sydney than a bowl of his salt-and-pepper tofu skins, rendered hypnotically fragrant by lemongrass and makrut lime? Aalias overachieving streak continues. "Big" Sam Young, along with his partnerGrace Chen, AKA Super Banana, opened their very own brick-and-mortar bistro,S'more in Castlecrag in June. Here are some of Sydney's best restaurants. According tohead chef Matias Cilloniz, it's about "enjoyment in a respectful way". A laneway lift takes you up to the Dining Room and Terrace, where serious cooking with share-plate generosity awaits. Diana Potts Point has quickly become a favourite amongst Sydneysiders, not only because of its bold Korean-Chinese menu, but also its second-to-none atmosphere, which includes late night karaoke on Friday and Saturday nights. Serving up Spanish and Mediterranean tapas with a modern twist, paired with some of the best cocktails that Sydney has to offer, The Spanish Fly is a Randwick institution. Three-Michelin-starred UK restaurant L'Enclume will be setting up a VIP residency at the Bathers' Pavilion for five weeks only. We're big fans of co-owner Ibby Moubadder's Nour, Henrietta and Lilymu, and now also his new Middle Eastern restaurant Aalia. What our diners are saying: The East has been a favourite of ours for what must be 20 years. We're bettingJapanese-style listening bars will continue to pop up in Sydney into 2023butRekdo was one of the first. The result is some of the city's most interesting cooking, served in a warm and glamorous dining room that has proven itself the dark horse of Sydney's new openings. Theres a lot to say about restaurants that stay open for more than three decades, even more so for those that continue to attract crowds of impressed diners through their doors every week like Fish at The Rocks. Weve also witnessed the steady rise of new and emerging talent worth knowing (like Annita Potter and Neville Dsouza). Join us in revisiting our favourites and admiring the new movers and shakers. If you are a resident of another country or region, please select the appropriate version of Tripadvisor for your country or region in the drop-down menu. Graze your way from Barcelona to Spains French border at Parlar, a slick new restaurant bringing the flavours of Catalonian cuisine to Potts Point. Australia's Media Brand Of The Year 2021 and proudly independent. Newtown's beloved Nordic-European restaurant CAFE PACI 131 King Street, Newtown Cafe Paci, the highly lauded Darlinghurst pop-up, made its grand return in 2019. Take the pan con tomate, which is a historically rustic dish that allows you to upcycle stale bread by rubbing tomato and garlic against the dry loaf. Perched beside the Opera House with spectacular views of Sydney Harbour Bridge, The East is Sydneys leading fine dining Chinese restaurant serving up authentic Chinese cuisine that's perfect for sharing with the whole family. The likelihood of bumping into a top chef while at the restaurant was strong, especially with Neil Perry, Dan Hong and Morgan McGlone being frequent diners and highly visible fans. Sydney.com is the official tourism site for Destination NSW. You might have to go to sister restaurant Mrs Ding in Mascot to try the cumin-flecked cauliflower, but there are new dishes to savour at The Chairman (which has understandably dropped Mao from its name). What our diners are saying: So good to experience warm hospitality amazing atmosphere and great food when you dine out. It followsa sequence of cold to hot dishes over 10 courses, each one a precise work of art created by head chef Kei Takamatsu. From Taco bars to margarita bars, here are Sydney's best Mexican restaurants to try. Here are 10 of the most noteworthy openings of the year. Be sure to also check out GQ's overall guide to the best restaurants in Sydney. The signature indigo, like the iburigakko (smoked pickles) or ever-ranging home-style obanzai snacks, or the 25-odd sakes that get poured into your ochoko, are some ways this tiny neighbourhood bar memorably and convincingly transports you to Japan. Interest in New Year's Eve in Sydney 2022 is heating up early this year. Open since mid-November, Basan already hums with the easy-handed polish of a restaurant in business much longer. What our diners are saying: Perfectly cooked fish & chicken which we paired with a deliciousglass of white wine. Rafi delivers in spades: the design byLuchetti Krelle is nothing short of charming, taking in details like a custom-madegeometric island bar,stools clothed in fabric by Walmajarri Aboriginal artistJimmy Pike, and the stunningcentral glasshouse structure filled with hanging greenery.