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1. Vapiano - Pitt Street
3.9
Excellent(343)
$$$$
• Italian • Sydney CBD
Booked 37 times today
There are few cuisines more comforting than Italian food and with everything going on in the world right now, we sure need as much comfort as we can get!As always, at Vapiano, we’re continuing to bring traditional Italian recipes to life with a dash of Aussie spice and the best Australian produce (sourced from within 150 kilometres of each restaurant where possible). With favourites like our Carbonara or Bolognese pasta, and Margherita or Barbeque Pollo pizza, you won't be disappointed! Dine with us today and experience a slice of Italy in Sydney.
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2. Goryon San
4.5
Awesome(542)
$$$$
• Japanese • Surry Hills
Booked 26 times today
We are a neighbourhood restaurant in Surry Hills, Sydney. The brand "Goryon San" is from Japan. We serve Japanese yakitori, Ramen, Sake and also beer, wine.
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3. Shinmachi Newtown
4.4
Awesome(118)
$$$$
• Japanese • Newtown
Booked 32 times today
Japanese small plates, sushi and ramen served in a modern, wood-lined space with tablets for menus.
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4. The Lord Nelson Brewery Hotel
4.6
Exceptional(105)
$$$$
• Australian • Millers Point
Booked 16 times today
Sydney’s oldest continually licensed hotel, located in the historic Rocks precinct and home of Australia's oldest pub brewery. The Lord is recognised around the world for its award-winning beers, wine list, food and accommodation.The Lord is recognised around the world for its award-winning beers, wine list, food and accommodation. Come see for yourself and experience it all!
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5. Red Lion Hotel
4.3
Awesome(47)
$$$$
• Australian • Rozelle
Booked 3 times today
Rozelle's favourite local pub has been a regular fixture for generations of locals in the Inner West! Home to Bistro Red Lion By Manu.Be transported to Paris by Manu Feildel as he creates a modern French dining experience on level 2 of The Red Lion Rozelle. We can't wait to welcome you.
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6. Izakaya Mitto the Rocks
4.3
Awesome(40)
$$$$
• Japanese • The Rocks
Booked 35 times today
At Izakaya Mitto we celebrate the relaxed dining culture of a traditional Japanese izakaya with food and drinks designed for sharing. Our menu features Japanese favourite small plates inspired by classic izakaya dishes. Each offering is carefully crafted to pair perfectly with our drinks and foster a social dining experience.Our bar features a selection of Japanese beverages, including sake, highballs, and beer, alongside a concise cocktail menu. Drinks are chosen to complement the flavours of the menu and support a casual yet engaging style of dining.Our atmosphere is lively and welcoming with an emphasis on warmth, conversation and energy. We aim to create a space where guests can enjoy flavour-driven food, well-matched drinks and the easy enjoyment that defines izakaya dining.
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7. squid. inc
4.6
Exceptional(11)
$$$$
• Seafood • Glebe
Booked 4 times today
At Squid Inc we bring seafood lovers a focus on fresh, high quality seafood prepared with creativity and care. Our menu blends traditional seafood favourites with modern culinary touches, offering dishes from grilled or fried calamari and squid to chef-inspired seafood plates made from daily catches sourced directly from the market. We serve a selection of beverages that pair naturally with seafood, including crisp wines refreshing beers and drinks designed to complement the flavours of the sea.Our space is welcoming and relaxed, inviting guests to enjoy their meals in a setting that balances casual comfort with a refined seafood experience. Surrounded by the energy of the market and the aroma of freshly cooked seafood, guests can savour signature dishes that highlight pristine local catches while catching up with friends and family.
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8. Nomidokoro Indigo
4.8
Exceptional(85)
$$$$
• Japanese • Darlinghurst
Booked 12 times today
Tucked away in a picturesque neighborhood, this charming izakaya welcomes guests with its soft, inviting lighting, carefully crafted wooden décor, and exuberant atmosphere that adds energy and cheer to every visit.
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9. Fratelli Paradiso
4.8
Exceptional(348)
$$$$
• Italian • Potts Point
Booked 36 times today
WALK-INS ALWAYS BENVENUTI!Italian food and imported wine in a bustling space with exposed-brick walls and a blackboard menu.
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10. Pieno
4.4
Awesome(46)
$$$$
• Mediterranean • Darlinghurst
Booked 11 times today
For more than fifteen years, Pieno has been welcoming locals and visitors alike to the heart of Surry Hills. Over that time, our café has become a true neighbourhood meeting place—where familiar faces return daily and where some of the local kids we once served now proudly work alongside us.At Pieno, we offer honest, from-scratch Mediterranean-Australian cooking, with menus shaped by seasonality, sustainability, and a love of simple, beautiful ingredients. Whether you’re stopping in for morning coffee, a relaxed lunch, or an evening meal with wine and cocktails, our aim is always the same: to create a warm space where you can slow down, feel at home, and enjoy great food and company.Settle in, take your time, and enjoy the garden, the food, the drinks, and the atmosphere.Pieno is also available for catered events—from corporate functions to weddings and casual celebrations.

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