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1. Central Cucina
4.1
Excellent(53)
$$$$
• Australian • Hurstville
Booked 1 time today
Welcome to Central Cucina. It’s your home away from home offering simple, authentic flavours with personality and a few surprises. Using the freshest produce sourced from across New South Wales, our team prides itself on delivering meals of the highest standards. With a fresh pasta and noodle bar, along with private dining and banqueting options, our menu draws on the best of French and Italian cuisine, along with some classic favourites. Our regularly changing international street food section will take you on an exciting gastronomic journey – all without having to leave home. And we promise a sweet finish to your experience with our vibrant selection of French specialty éclair desserts created by our in-house pastry chefs. Enjoy!
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2. Goryon San
4.5
Awesome(542)
$$$$
• Japanese • Surry Hills
Booked 24 times today
We are a neighbourhood restaurant in Surry Hills, Sydney. The brand "Goryon San" is from Japan. We serve Japanese yakitori, Ramen, Sake and also beer, wine.
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3. BRAZA Churrascaria - Darling Quarter
4.5
Awesome(3286)
$$$$
• Brazilian • Darling Quarter
Booked 68 times today
Braza Churrascaria is an authentic Brazilian Barbeque house that serves world-renowned Australia meats. We are an “all you can eat” restaurant, with typical Brazilian service style known as “Rodizio” where Passadores (meat carvers) rotate from table to table serving more than 20 different types of skewers. “Braza" means the sizzling charcoals of the fire and "Churrascaria" is the restaurant specialised in Barbeque or Brazilian style steakhouse restaurant.Our purpose is to provide you with an Authentic Brazilian experience where you can explore the many mouth-watering flavours of our Barbeque.
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4. Shinmachi Newtown
4.4
Awesome(119)
$$$$
• Japanese • Newtown
Booked 15 times today
Japanese small plates, sushi and ramen served in a modern, wood-lined space with tablets for menus.
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5. Sippenham
4.4
Awesome(105)
$$$$
• Italian • Sydenham
Booked 1 time today
Sippenham is a vibrant Pasta Bar in Sydenham, blending the cool vibes of East London with the laid-back spirit of Sydney. With great food, fantastic wine, and the best tunes, it's the perfect spot to unwind and socialize. Come for the pasta, stay for the vibe – Sippenham is your new local hangout.
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6. Pellegrino 2000
4.6
Exceptional(1368)
$$$$
• Italian • Surry Hills
Booked 43 times today
Pellegrino 2000 is an authentic Italian restaurant in Surry Hills. Reviewers consistently praise the 'delicious', 'hearty', and 'balanced' food, calling it 'traditional Italian' with a 'neighbourhood Italian vibe'. They also appreciate the friendly, knowledgeable staff and the intimate, charming ambience. One reviewer even noted it 'feels like you're in an Italian trattoria in the 1960s'.
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7. MAIZ Mexican
4.7
Exceptional(199)
$$$$
• Mexican • Newtown
Booked 5 times today
Maíz is the word for corn in Spanish which is the backbone of the Mexican food scene. Maíz Mexican Food is a food and beverage concept that celebrates and integrates a wide range of corn preparations that most Mexican restaurants aren’t offering at the moment. Our menu draws on the bold and fresh flavours of Mexico, our traditions and culture to bring you a unique dining experience.
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8. Osteria di Russo & Russo
4.8
Exceptional(1261)
$$$$
• Contemporary Italian • Enmore
Booked 11 times today
Enmore's Osteria di Russo & Russo is a favorite among locals and visitors alike for its modern take on classic Italian flavours, served in its warm and charming restaurant. As snacks to start, the fiore di zucchini fried zucchini flower with goat's milk ricotta and lemon aspen and the cannolo filled with a duck liver parfait, date and hazelnuts are sensational selections.Some of Osteria di Russo & Russo's specialty dishes include the saltbush gnocchi with pork sausage ragu and pecorino, the chargrilled beef flank with green garlic, nasturtium and smoked eggplant and the slow cooked freemantle octopus with chickpea, salsa rossa and native bush tomato, as well as vegetarian dishes.Osteria di Russo & Russo's strawberry sorbet, davidson plum meringue and limoncello custard is the perfect dessert with which to finish your meal.
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9. The Grounds of the City
4.2
Awesome(3737)
$$$$
• Modern Australian • Sydney CBD
Booked 54 times today
The Grounds of the City, the second outpost from the team behind The Grounds of Alexandria, is bringing soul back to the CBD with old-school service and charm. Located in the heart of the CBD and bustling with activity, The Grounds of the City is tailor-made for a marvellous time; no matter the occasion. Start your day right as our baristas expertly serve up The Grounds house-roasted espresso and filter coffees, or end it in the best possible way and cosy in with our selection of cocktails and a dinner menu that features something for everyone. You’ll find our coffee sommelier at The Barista’s Bar ready to take you through a tailored coffee experience, and our tea lady roaming the room with a trolley adorned with fresh coffee, our selection of ethically sourced teas and cakes.
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10. Mezepotamia Restaurant & Bar
4.8
Exceptional(207)
$$$$
• Middle Eastern • Redfern
Booked 9 times today
At Mezepotamia, we take you on a delicious journey through Turkey and the Middle East with a spread of vibrant mezzes, perfectly paired with wines and crafted cocktails. Our mezzes are packed with rich flavours and a nod to tradition, all served with a warm smile in the heart of Redfern. So grab your friends, bring your appetite, and join us for a laid-back, unforgettable experience!
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  • Bec
    Sydney •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 1 day ago
    An incredible venue! Impeccable service. Perfect plates and wide range of drinks that satisfy. Will always recommend to anyone that loves honest fare. Great on your own, with a dining partner or a group. Never disappoints!!
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    Fontana - Redfern$$$$• Italian• Redfern
    •
    4.9
  • Josephine
    Sydney •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 1 day ago
    Absolutely amazing! We asked our waiter to surprise us with some yakitori dishes and it was the best experience. We got a little surprise every time one came out and we enjoyed everything thoroughly. Thank you guys!
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    Tokyo Bird$$$$• Japanese• Surry Hills
    •
    4.8
  • Francesco
    Sydney •1 review
    5.0
    Dined on May 18, 2026
    Hands down the best Yakitori place in Sydney. As soon as you step in you are in Japan.
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    Goryon San$$$$• Japanese• Surry Hills
    •
    4.5
  • Con
    Sydney •1 review
    5.0
    Dined on May 8, 2026
    Amazing place to have lunch or dinner. The restaurant is elegant clean and well decorated without going overboard. The menu was simple and the food was really tasty and cooked to perfection. The noise level was low and we were able to have a conversation without being loud. The service was excellent from the moment we walked in. I highly recommend this restaurant for any occasion. We will definitely be back.
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    32 Miles Indian Restaurant$$$$• Indian• Sylvania
    •
    4.4
  • Lisa
    New York City •1 review
    5.0
    Dined on Apr 10, 2026
    The food was extraordinary! Service from the girls was on point, well done to them handling a big table!
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    Central Cucina$$$$• Australian• Hurstville
    •
    4.1

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