Best Seasonal Restaurants in Circular Quay

88 restaurants available nearby

A photo of Pony Dining The Rocks restaurant

1. Pony Dining The Rocks

4.6

Exceptional(74)

Price: Expensive

• Steakhouse • The Rocks

Booked 16 times today

Pony’s executive chef and team are the masters of the wood fire grill, producing contemporary and modern Australian dishes of the season’s freshest produce since its opening in 2006. In an open kitchen where Exec Chef Neil Nolan enjoys a chat with our guests, the Argentinian grill fuelled by iron bark takes dominance with the menu created around this masterpiece. Pony is located in Sydney’s oldest cobblestone laneway within the historic and bustling dining precinct of The Rocks offering inside and outside seating. Our carefully crafted boutique selection of wines and delicious cocktail list complements our a la carte and group menus.

2. Masuya Restaurant

4.5

Awesome(186)

Price: Expensive

• Japanese • Sydney CBD

Booked 23 times today

Masuya Restaurant is located in a building, which has been designated as a cultural asset, on O’Connell Street in Sydney. This is the same place as the office of Kanematsu Gosho, the pioneer of Australia – Japan trades, was situated in 1980. Masuya Restaurant opened in 1993, then full renovation was implemented in 2006.The approx. five meters long sushi counter, designed by architect Robert Toland in ‘kabuki red’ with an idea of the stage of kabuki, has since fascinated not only local Australian customers but also various people with different backgrounds.A showcase displays more than 20 different sushi ingredients everyday including locally produced fish, which is purchased on the day. Other carefully selected ingredients are wagyu beef, free-range pork, and seasonal vegetables. Specially designed tableware of Malcolm Greenwood and tables made of Tasmanian Oak is also creating a great atmosphere. Enjoy your time in this amazing space of hospitality.

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3. Green Shiso Japanese Restaurant

5.0

Exceptional(34)

Price: Very Expensive

• Japanese • Sydney CBD

Green Shiso Omakase Restaurant has moved to the heart of the city, now located at 6 Loftus St, Quay Quarter Lane.Our Chef Simon brings over 15 years of experience in Japanese cuisine. He trained in Tokyo at Sakae Sushi with chefs Kazato-san and Ogawa-san, mastering sushi-making techniques. Additionally, he refined his skills in Kyoto, training at the renowned Michelin 3-star Kaiseki restaurant, Kikunoi, under Chef Murata-san, specializing in traditional Kaiseki Ryori. Simon attend the world sushi cup competition 2024 in Tokyo representing Australia and win the sushi kuroobi yikyo award.Our seasonal menu changes every three months, showcasing the freshest ingredients and flavors of the season.

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4. Balcon by Tapavino

4.6

Exceptional(86)

Price: Expensive

• Spanish • Sydney CBD

Booked 14 times today

Balcon by Tapavino is a contemporary Spanish restaurant in the heart of Sydney’s CBD.With 500 Spanish Wines and one of the city’s most bespoke outdoor dining areas, Balcon takes its cue from the rustic & refined dishes of Northern Spain.

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5. Mode Kitchen & Bar

4.5

Awesome(532)

Price: Moderate

• Breakfast • The Rocks

Booked 8 times today

Mode Kitchen & Bar is a modern Australian restaurant located in Sydney's CBD, offering an innovative and uncomplicated menu that blends diverse cultural influences. The restaurant serves a range of meals, including breakfast, lunch, aperitivo, and dinner, with a focus on delivering delicious flavors with fresh, high-quality ingredients. Mode's menu celebrates modern Australian cuisine, featuring a balance of locally sourced produce and global culinary techniques. The restaurant is known for its chic atmosphere, ideal for casual dining, business lunches, or evening meals with a sophisticated touch.

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6. The East Chinese Restaurant

4.6

Exceptional(42)

Price: Expensive

• Chinese • Circular Quay

Booked 17 times today

The East is Sydney’s leading fine dining Chinese restaurant by the Opera House, Circular Quay. With both indoor and outdoor seating with a view of the Sydney Harbor Bridge, we proudly serve authentic Chinese cuisine, offering a diverse and delicious menu inspired by rich Chinese history.Our menu is very extensive, with dishes that are hot and powerful to those that are more mild and subtle. Whether you’re craving sweet and sour flavors, or steamed natural aromas, or perhaps exotic herbs and spices, The East has dishes that will tantalize your taste buds.

7. Le Petit Flot

4.4

Awesome(38)

Price: Expensive

• French • Sydney CBD

Booked 1 time today

The Le Petit Flot Concept:-Contemporary French casual dining with an emphasis on sustainable cuisine practices.About Le Petit FlotNestled in the heart of Sydney CBD, Le Petit Flot offers a rustic French dining experience.Driven by our philosophy of serving straight-forward and honest food, Le Petit Flot serves flavoursome French cuisine with a Japanese flare using seasonal ingredients and accompanied with quick and friendly casual service.Our chefs aren’t shy about doing as little as possible to let the fresh produce take on the starring role. We believe that a great meal is not only about the food, wine and service but a great meal is a journey and the journey does not begin here at Le Petit Flot, but from the local farmers and suppliers that we collaborate with.

8. Kokumai

4.0

Excellent(4)

Price: Expensive

• Sushi • Circular Quay

Kokumai means “black rice” in Japanese and is a premium sushi bar operated as a new concept of Japanese restaurant operated with an omakase function. Seating appx. 60 people and serving up premium roll, nigiri, and sashimi with a great selection of wine, sake, and beer. *Omakase: Authentic Japanese omakase menu is implemented. Menus made with fresh seasonal ingredients are prepared by the head chef in Kokumai. **Premium sushi bar: We are operating as a premium sushi bar by using seasonal and superior ingredients.

9. Pellegrino 2000

4.7

Exceptional(985)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Surry Hills

Booked 39 times today

A busy neighbourhood trattoria & wine bar in Surry Hills.

10. 10 William St

4.6

Exceptional(116)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Paddington

Booked 21 times today

WALK-INS ALWAYS WELCOME!We are a little wine bar with food, a casual and unique place with an energy created as much by the food, wine and music as it is by the staff-customer interaction. Please note we only accept reservations are for those dining.

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Sean
Sydney •1 review
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
Always fabulous. The wood fire grill and their passion and expertise is consistently good.
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Pony Dining The RocksPrice: Expensive• Steakhouse• The Rocks
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4.6
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Sydney •1 review
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Had a Group booking, so we had the deluxe banquet. The quality, taste and quantity of food was praised by my team and they catered well for the vegetarian in our group with personally presented plates of his own. Drink requests were pleasantly responded to quickly and the wine recommendation was well suited and right on budget to be enjoyed. Overall this is a terrific venue and several of the team have recommended ot their friends and family already.
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Balcon by TapavinoPrice: Expensive• Spanish• Sydney CBD
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4.6
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Barbara
New York City •5 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
We are Americans living in Sydney. First time away from home. We had a lovely Thanksgiving dinner and very much appreciated the staff’s welcoming approach and excellent service.
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Mode Kitchen & BarPrice: Moderate• Breakfast• The Rocks
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4.5
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Talia
Sydney •1 review
5.0
Dined on 20 Nov 2024
Overall it is very good value for money. I'll definitely come back again.
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Green Shiso Japanese RestaurantPrice: Very Expensive• Japanese• Sydney CBD
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5
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Andrew
Sydney •1 review
5.0
Dined on 14 Nov 2024
The experience was excellent. The food was beautifully prepared, the ambience was perfect and the staff attentive. Highly recommended.
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Masuya RestaurantPrice: Expensive• Japanese• Sydney CBD
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4.5

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88 restaurants available nearby

1. Pony Dining The Rocks

2. Masuya Restaurant

3. Green Shiso Japanese Restaurant

4. Balcon by Tapavino

5. Mode Kitchen & Bar

6. The East Chinese Restaurant

7. Le Petit Flot

8. Kokumai

9. Pellegrino 2000

10. 10 William St

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