Best Restaurants for Outdoor Dining in Emu Plains

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Blue Mountains regionInner South WestInner WestNorth Sydney AreaPenrith and surroundsRyde and surrounds

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BlackheathCrows NestDrummoyneEmu PlainsEnmoreHomebush

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A photo of Itza Mezza Bar & Grill restaurant

1. Itza Mezza Bar & Grill

4.4

Awesome(246)

$$$$

• Lebanese • Emu Plains

Located in Merrylands & Emu Plains- Itza is the place where all tastebuds tingle! At Itza, you will enjoy a a wide variety of modern Australian dishes with that hint of the Mediterranean. Choose from a selection steak, ribs and chicken dishes, salads and not forgetting the ultimate Lebanese food. We now have a great selection of argilehs/hubbly bubblys, Fully Licensed and only serving the best cocktails, beers & wines! Our friendly staff allow for anyone to enjoy their time and experience. Itza boasts beautiful events such as birthdays, christenings, holy communions and just about anything that calls for a celebration. The team of talented chefs creating delicious food, friendly and experienced staff offering great service, along with the ability to tailor any dining experience into something worth remembering. Itza can cater for up to 250 guests in our beer garden, and 150 guest indoors. Itza 'bout time you head over! Welcome to Itza Mezza Bar & Grill.

2. BarLume

4.3

Awesome(87)

$$$$

• Italian • North Sydney

Booked 9 times today

We are an elegant, casual and contemporary restaurant & bar lounge in the heart of North Sydney's CBD. Inspired by Italian flavours with a modern Australian twist. Serving you from sunup to sun down. We are located within the premium 1 Denison building, with comfortable high-top dining, outdoor terrace and bright inviting dining room.

A photo of Frankie's Food Factory - Milperra restaurant

3. Frankie's Food Factory - Milperra

4.5

Awesome(82)

$$$$

• European • Milperra

Booked 5 times today

Cafe located inside nursery serving modern twists with a playground

4. Ates Blackheath

4.8

Exceptional(560)

$$$$

• Mediterranean • Blackheath

Booked 10 times today

From Ottoman Turkish آتش‎ (āteş, “fire”) Ateş is a restaurant and wine bar set in the heart of Blackheath. The 100 year old oven is the wood-stoked soul of the place. Sensory experiences, shared plates and fun wines.

5. Abattoir Blues

4.7

Exceptional(338)

$$$$

• Australian • Homebush

Booked 2 times today

Abattoir Blues is Sydney Olympic Park’s notorious, fully-licensed, boutique diner hidden away in a historic 1900s abattoir building. Capturing the heart and soul of the Park, Abattoir Blues is a restaurant, café and bar experience worth discovering.We are open for all events in the park, and extend our trading hours to accommodate patrons and punters before a concert, sporting event or whatever reason you are in the park. We are the local's choice dining spot and a hotspot for those visiting the park.

6. Verace Pizzeria

4.6

Exceptional(1319)

$$$$

• Pizzeria • Macquarie Park

Booked 15 times today

Verace Pizzeria is officially open and proud to bring to you the traditional flavours of the true Neapolitan pizza. Our recently crowned World Pizza Championship winning Pizzaioli bring with them an impassioned desire to produce for you the exquisite taste of this certified artisan handmade product right here in Macquarie Park.Verace has won the following accolades at several rounds of the World Pizza Championships...2015 Australian Grand Champion2015 1st Place Pizza Acrobatica2015 1st Place Gluten Free2015 1st Place STG Margherita2016 Australian Grand Champion2016 1st Place Gluten Free2016 1st Place STG Margherita2016 2nd Place STG Margherita2017 Australia’s Best Pizza2017 2nd Place Dessert Pizza2018 1st Place Dessert Pizza2019 1st Place Gluten free2019 3rd Place Dessert Pizza

7. La Favola

4.6

Exceptional(615)

$$$$

• Italian • Newtown

Whether you like to play it safe with spaghetti or go crazy with casarecce, you'll find all your favourite pastas, fresh and homemade, at new Italian diner La Favola. Let the carb-loading begin.So who's the master of pasta at La Favola? That would be Italian chef Fabio Stefanelli. Stefanelli's recipe for success is simple — six pastas and six sauces, and patrons can mix and match as they please.So La Favola's Family is committed to producing top quality Italian gastronomy, to the use of authentic ingredients, and to keeping the tradition of Italian culture and hospitality vibrant and passionate.We look forward to serving you!

8. Bare Witness

4.2

Awesome(48)

$$$$

• Café • Rhodes

Booked 3 times today

Bare Witness, where seasonal ingredients shine in our thoughtfully designed menus, paired with award-winning coffee, freshly baked bread, and handmade pasta, all enjoyed with a stunning water view.

9. Little Turtle

4.9

Exceptional(395)

$$$$

• Thai • Enmore

Booked 3 times today

Little Turtle is a vegan Thai restaurant born from a dream to share fresh, health-conscious Thai food inspired by travels across Thailand. Each dish reimagines Thai classics with a playful twist, crafted to nourish both body and spirit.Every detail at Little Turtle has been thoughtfully designed with the guest experience in mind. From warm, attentive service where the team remembers your name and your favorites, to the vintage-industrial interiors that blend character with comfort, the restaurant offers more than just a meal — it’s a place to feel truly at home.Located in the heart of Enmore, Little Turtle delights the senses, offering bold, flavor-forward Thai cuisine in a welcoming atmosphere that makes every visit memorable.

10. Mezza Via

4.9

Exceptional(328)

$$$$

• Pizzeria • Ryde

Booked 3 times today

At Mezza Via Italian Cuisine, we’re renowned for our freshly made pizzas and pastas. Operating for over 11 years, we are a family owned Italian Restaurant that offers online ordering, delivery, pick up and dine in options. We deliver to the surrounding suburbs of Denistone. Please refer to our map for more information. Our hope is to bring you a casual home-style dining experience, whether you choose to dine-in or take away. For your convenience, we have ample parking along with outdoor and indoor dining options. We welcome group bookings and functions for up to 80 guests and offer a great variety of set menus. We cater for Birthday Celebrations, Christenings, Anniversaries, First Holy Communions, Confirmations, Christmas Parties, Farewells and Corporate Lunches. Phone us or come in to discuss your next function with one of our friendly staff members. We promise to create a memorable occasion for you!

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From verified diners like you

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Lexi
Sydney •1 review
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
A great venue for our pre game catch ups! Fun and friendly environment with a great vibe.
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Abattoir Blues$$$$• Australian• Homebush
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4.7
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Heidi
Sydney •3 reviews
5.0
Dined on May 16, 2026
Service was excellent and food was to die for. We enjoyed the night here and everyone had an enjoyable time. Thank you for making my so sons birthday so memorable he enjoyed it.
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Mezza Via$$$$• Pizzeria• Ryde
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4.9
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Isabel
New South Wales •2 reviews
5.0
Dined on May 7, 2026
Amazing food. Amazing atmosphere. A place to go for a great time all around.
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Little Turtle$$$$• Thai• Enmore
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4.9
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Rose
Sydney •1 review
5.0
Dined on Apr 5, 2026
My husband and I enjoyed our meal there. Friendly staff. Food was great. We are planning to go there again.
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Itza Mezza Bar & Grill$$$$• Lebanese• Emu Plains
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4.4
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Paula
Sydney •2 reviews
5.0
Dined on Sep 5, 2025
For lunch we had gnocchi, a mezze plate and the mex chicken salad. It was delicious. The Poached chicken in the mex salad was exceptional. But it would have been even better with a little more salad on the plate… seemed like a very small portion for the price. Staff were polite and attentive.
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BarLume$$$$• Italian• North Sydney
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4.3

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