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1. Pellegrino 2000
4.7
Exceptional(980)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • Surry Hills
Booked 37 times today
A busy neighbourhood trattoria & wine bar in Surry Hills.
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2. Zushi - Barangaroo
4.6
Exceptional(1542)
Price: Expensive
• Japanese • Barangaroo
Booked 54 times today
At the edge of the CBD, in the spectacular 22-hectare waterfront precinct where an old container terminal once stood, discerning foodies can now find some of the city’s best sushi in Barangaroo. Established in 2016, the newest addition to the Zushi restaurant empire is in Sydney’s impressive new harbour foreshore playground. Zushi Barangaroo is both stylish and comfortable, capturing the relaxed style of a typical Japanese bar or izakaya designed by the renowned architect Koichi Takada. We offer premium service complimented with a wide selection of imported beers, Japanese inspired cocktails, and Japanese sake and whisky.Zushi prides itself on using only carefully sourced local ingredients; the freshest vegetables and sustainable seafood where possible and most of the menu is gluten-free. We are open every day for lunch and dinner, serving delectable sushi, sashimi and share plates. And the glorious harbour views are pretty tasty too.
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3. Bistrot 916
4.8
Exceptional(871)
Price: Expensive
• French • Potts Point
A French neo-bistro: Bistrot 916 brings a cool, understated elegance to its landmark Challis Avenue site in the Paris end of Potts Point.Open for dinner 7 nights, with lunch Friday, Saturday and Sunday.
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4. Song Bird
4.3
Awesome(156)
Price: Very Expensive
• Chinese • Double Bay
Booked 41 times today
Song Bird will be open 7 nights from 4th November. Song Bird by chef Neil Perry AM offers a superlative culinary experience that blends the delicate flavours of Cantonese cuisine with the warmth and fragrance of traditional Chinese cooking. Reflecting Perry’s profound appreciation for Chinese culinary traditions, Song Bird’s menu is designed for sharing and is a testament to Perry’s commitment to cooking with fresh, locally-sourced premium produce.Situated in Sydney’s Double Bay and set over three levels, Song Bird exudes a sophisticated yet welcoming ambience. Housed in the heritage-listed 1960’s masterpiece ‘Gaden House’, designed by architect the late Neville Gruzman, Song Bird's interior immerses guests in contemporary elegance with a subtle nod to Chinese sensibilities. Neil Perry AM is one of Australia’s leading and most influential chefs. He has been the Food, Beverage & Service Director at QANTAS for 25+years, creating one of the best dining experiences in the sky.
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5. Comedor
4.6
Exceptional(91)
Price: Expensive
• Mexican • Newtown
Booked 28 times today
Comedor means dinig table, but for us it also means welcoming you into our home. Contemporary Mexican cuisine with a laid back Australian twist, available for lunch and dinner, banquet style.
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6. Margaret
4.7
Exceptional(634)
Price: Very Expensive
• Modern Australian • Double Bay
Booked 56 times today
Margaret is a neighbourhood restaurant at its core, but it’s also evolved into something more than that. It’s about comfort, generosity, and cosiness.At Margaret, we work with the best quality produce that Australia has to offer. Chef Neil Perry AM has spent years developing relationships with some of the best suppliers in the country. We are predominantly a seafood restaurant and are very fortunate to receive our seafood direct from our fishermen, caught sustainably and dry filleted here onsite at Margaret, so we can ensure that all that love and care our wonderful fisherman have taken is seen all the way through. The menu at Margaret is diverse and inspired by all the flavours that Neil has been collecting over his 45+ years in the industry. Margaret
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7. Next Door Double Bay
4.6
Exceptional(108)
Price: Expensive
• Australian • Double Bay
Booked 32 times today
Next Door is the sister restaurant of Margaret, which, quite literally, sits next door to it at the corner of Bay St and Guilfoyle Avenue. Featuring a rolling 12-hour lunch-to-dinner menu, the bar brings you a selection of specially curated small plates such as Woodfire Grilled Peppers, Cherry Tomatoes with Oregano, Braised Zucchini with Mint, Chilli and Pecorino, as well as an amazing selection of Consorcio, Cuca, Pollastrini, Ortiz and Real Conversas tins with some freshly baked sourdough from Baker Bleu. It's also home to the famous Perry hamburger."It's just a place to get some really nice hospitality, chill out and enjoy your day," Neil Perry. Sandwiched between Baker Bleu and Margaret, the indoor dining area is cosy and comfortable, with marble-top tables and an open bar and kitchen.
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8. Clam Bar
4.7
Exceptional(490)
Price: Expensive
• Steak • Sydney CBD
Booked 36 times today
A New York-inspired seafood Grill and steakhouse in the heart of the CBD.
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9. Jounieh
4.7
Exceptional(183)
Price: Expensive
• Middle Eastern • Dawes Point / Walsh Bay
Booked 14 times today
Jounieh is a contemporary approach to the Middle Eastern culinary tradition.Perfectly positioned on the Walsh Bay harbour foreshore, this waterside venue takes you on a journey through the distinctive flavours and tastes of its famed namesake – the coastal town of Jounieh in Lebanon.From the pickles and spices of the bustling ‘Souk’, the grandeur of its luxurious oceanfront resorts, bustling nightlife and numerous promenade eateries, Jounieh is an all-encompassing slice of Lebanese culture.So grab another round of dips and pile up the pita; time moves slowly when you’re eating this well.
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10. BORN by Tapavino - Barangaroo
4.4
Awesome(1304)
Price: Moderate
• Spanish • Barangaroo
Booked 19 times today
BóRN is the 3rd venue in the Tapavino stable and takes its cue from the tapas bars & restaurants in & around El Born, Barcelona. Located on the waterfront in Barangaroo, We take inspiration from the Spanish classics but with a modern twist.

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  • Jan
    Hawaii •5 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 1 day ago
    Another fabulous meal thanks to the creative genius of Neil Perry! Exquisite food that was perfectly crafted by the stellar team of chefs at Songbird. Ambiance was warm and inviting, held in balance by Valentina who looked after us for lunch. It was truly an one for the ages - thankyou
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    Song BirdPrice: Very Expensive• Chinese• Double Bay
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    4.3
  • Bill
    Dallas - Fort Worth •6 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 1 day ago
    From the time of arrival at your location it was nothing but great service. The standard of food was excellent. The ambience was great. It was a great way to have a birthday celebration. Thank you very much.
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    ComedorPrice: Expensive• Mexican• Newtown
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    4.6
  • Edvip
    Sydney •34 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 5 days ago
    Awesome, the staff are fantastic and they always greet us ands remember us which is nice. The food is awesome and we keep coming back for more. This is out go-to neighborhood Japanese. Only wish the Sake was not so expensive.
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    Zushi - BarangarooPrice: Expensive• Japanese• Barangaroo
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    4.6
  • Susan
    Hawaii •16 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 6 days ago
    What a fantastic restaurant! The food was outstanding as was the service. Staff were so friendly and accommodating. When one of the sides was delayed it was offerred to us as complimentary. Sitting at the bar was so much fun. We could watch all the activities in the kitchen area and had instant access to staff if we needed to request anything. I would highly recommend this restaurant to anyone after great food and service.
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    Pellegrino 2000Price: Expensive• Italian• Surry Hills
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    4.7
  • Janie
    Sydney •1 review
    5.0
    Dined on 1 Nov 2024
    Bistro 916 did not disappoint! We had a great lunch. Will be very sad to see it close.
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    Bistrot 916Price: Expensive• French• Potts Point
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    4.8

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