Best Casual Restaurants in Cockle Bay

323 restaurants available nearby

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1. The Grounds of the City

4.3

Price: Moderate

• Modern Australian • Sydney CBD

Booked 93 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.

2. Roast Republic

4.7

Exceptional(69)

Price: Expensive

• American • Sydney CBD

Booked 12 times today

Welcome to Roast Republic, where we bring the authentic flavours of American BBQ to Clarence Street Sydney, inspired by the rich culinary tradition originating in the Southern United States.Our Beef short ribs, USA Pork & Lamb ribs a quintessential part of American cuisine are applied two culinary pillars that are the key to unlocking a symphony of flavors. The art of the dry rub and homemade BBQ sauce that is bold, layered and unique. These essential components infuse the meat with layers of complexity and adding a punch of flavor in every bite, then slow cooked, and enjoyed as a delicious communal dining experience. Experience true American BBQ flavours with our signature boards perfectly crafted to share as a delicious communal dining experience. Whether you're craving classic comfort food or looking to indulge in savory Southern favourites, our menu has something for everyone. Join us at Roast Republic for family-style servings and experience comfort food of American BBQ.

3. Hustlers. Syd

4.3

Awesome(169)

Price: Very Expensive

• Asian • Sydney CBD

Booked 16 times today

Our menus will take you on a culinary journey throughout Asia, paying homage to our cultures by elevating traditional flavours through modern techniques. Enter underground and indulge in a mouth-watering menu of shared plates and cocktails.

4. Customs House Bar

4.3

Awesome(28)

Price: Moderate

• Pub • Circular Quay

Booked 6 times today

Established over 160 years ago, Customs House Bar is a renovated and modern gastro-pub with a sun-drenched parkside beer garden and intimate indoor dining area.Today there are over twenty different beers to choose from - from boutique to international - rotating regularly. In addition to the extensive beer offering, Customs House Bar has a robust wine, spirits, and cocktail menu.For groups of 20+ guests, please reach out to the Customs House Bar Team at customshousebar@marriotthotels.com with your enquiry. Please note that a minimum spend may apply.

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5. Chat Thai - Westfield Sydney

4.5

Awesome(33)

Price: Moderate

• Thai • Sydney CBD

Booked 8 times today

As soon as Amy Chanta flung open the doors in 1989 Chat Thai became an instant smash hit with Sydney diners already familiar with Thailand and no appetite for compromising on ingredients, flavours, textures and aromas. Searching all across Sydney for the correct vegetables, herbs and sauces Amy was able to set herself apart through a stubborn dedication to reminding diners of their unforgettable food experiences on the streets of Bangkok.Three decades later we are proud to continue Amy’s vision by adding organic vegetables from Boon Luck Farm to serve up authentic Thai dishes we ourselves want to eat. Unique flavours the Thai diaspora crave from the motherland but struggle to find outside of their own home cooking.

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6. Vapiano - King Street

3.9

Excellent(252)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Sydney CBD

Booked 15 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.

7. Marble Bar

3.9

Excellent(4)

Price: Moderate

• Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service • Sydney CBD

Drink, dance and live the speakeasy lifestyle in this heritage-listed underground bar and music venue. Built in in the former Adams Hotel in 1893, the Victorian structure was painstakingly dismantled, transported and reassembled in Hilton Sydney 1973 – where the restored mahogany bar and marble archways still awe guests to this day.

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8. Babylon Rooftop Bar

4.0

Excellent(138)

Price: Expensive

• Middle Eastern • Sydney CBD

Booked 2 times today

The Rooftop is our bar area and is available on a walk in basis for groups of 1-14 guests. We do not accept general online bookings for the rooftop bar. A full bar meze menu is available to order from on the day. For parties of 15+ please enquire at bookings@babylonrooftop.com.au - minimum spends apply.The only reservations accepted on this page are for prepaid experiences.Every Saturday we offer Meze and Mimosa bookings at 11:00am which includes 1.5 hours of bottomless Mimosa's and chefs selection meze. On Sundays we offer Sunday Meze and Mimosa bookings at 12:00pm which includes 1.5 hours of bottomless Mimosa's and chefs selection meze. The price to book this experience includes a 10% surcharge for Sunday bookings.Reservations for the Restaurant inside can be made through Babylon RESTAURANT open table. On Public Holidays a 15% surcharge and on Sundays a 10% surcharge apply to all food and beverage

9. Centro 86

4.4

Awesome(8)

Price: Expensive

• Cocktail Bar • Sydney CBD

Centro 86 is an extraordinary margarita bar. Extra-selected tequila, extra-special margaritas, extra-delicious popcorn. Like peering through a psychedelic periscope and drinking in an alternate reality, Centro 86 transforms the basement of 86-88 Pitt St into a monument to margaritas and a temple of tequila. Inspired by the classic cantinas of Mexico the bar pushes the perception of what a margarita can be.The 100 strong tequila selection is fuelled by trips to the source in Mexico and includes agave spirits from around the world. We’ve pushed our connections to get our hands on some truly special, rare bottles. Layered Latin cantina classic drinks, filtered through the infamous MUCHO lens, shaped by Cantina OK! and Bar Planet. Precise, fresh fruit-driven, fun and chaotic. Ice-cold glasses, hand pressed lime juice, ice shaved-to-order, and a thoughtful use of the modern Sydney pantry. Our menu is designed to feel familiar and fresh at the same time. We are waiting for you inside.

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10. Glass Brasserie (Breakfast)

4.5

Awesome(34)

Price: Expensive

• Breakfast • Sydney CBD

Experience Hilton's famous buffet breakfast located within chef’s hatted, Glass Brasserie. Your guests will indulge in the finest breakfast options, whilst enjoying unparalleled views of the Queen Victoria Building. Hilton Sydney’s buffet breakfast offers quality and consistency in all aspects of food and service.

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Christine
Sydney •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
Everything was great at The Grounds. Staff, food & ambiance were perfect. A value for $$ dining experience.
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The Grounds of the CityPrice: Moderate• Modern Australian• Sydney CBD
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4.3
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Jeanette
London •18 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
Fabulous experience. Good food and easy to order for yourself or to share. Plenty of options and the cocktails are worth a try. Service as always is exceptional
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Roast RepublicPrice: Expensive• American• Sydney CBD
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4.7
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Febi
Sydney •1 review
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
The chefs are the best! Really good food and good service. Bone marrow indomie & the new linguine are so gooooood
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Hustlers. SydPrice: Very Expensive• Asian• Sydney CBD
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4.3
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Judith
London •11 reviews
5.0
Dined on 16 Nov 2024
Fresh and zesty food, good quick service. Great place to eat before a show at the State Theatre!
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Chat Thai - Westfield SydneyPrice: Moderate• Thai• Sydney CBD
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4.5
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Gwenneth
Denver / Colorado •1 review
5.0
Dined on 31 Oct 2024
booked for a group event. it was just perfect. staff were really helpful, kept the table tidy by frequently removing glasses. it was a lovely evening
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Customs House BarPrice: Moderate• Pub• Circular Quay
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4.3

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323 restaurants available nearby

1. The Grounds of the City

2. Roast Republic

3. Hustlers. Syd

4. Customs House Bar

5. Chat Thai - Westfield Sydney

6. Vapiano - King Street

7. Marble Bar

8. Babylon Rooftop Bar

9. Centro 86

10. Glass Brasserie (Breakfast)

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