Best Authentic Restaurants in Watsons Bay

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AbbotsfordAlexandriaArtarmonBalmainBarangarooBondi

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1. Neptune's Grotto

4.9

Exceptional(109)

€€€€Price: Expensive

• Italian • Sydney CBD

Booked 68 times today

The Pellegrino 2000 Team to Open Neptune’s Grotto, a Basement Italian Joint in the CBD.

2. Pellegrino 2000

4.7

Exceptional(1066)

€€€€Price: Expensive

• Italian • Surry Hills

Booked 55 times today

Pellegrino 2000 is an authentic Italian restaurant in Surry Hills. Reviewers consistently praise the 'delicious', 'hearty', and 'balanced' food, calling it 'traditional Italian' with a 'neighbourhood Italian vibe'. They also appreciate the friendly, knowledgeable staff and the intimate, charming ambience. One reviewer even noted it 'feels like you're in an Italian trattoria in the 1960s'.

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3. Icebergs Dining Room and Bar

4.4

Awesome(108)

€€€€Price: Very Expensive

• Modern Australian • Bondi

Booked 37 times today

Icebergs Dining Room and Bar is about the ocean, the beach, the sky, it's about Sydney.With an ever evolving menu focused on modern Italian cuisine and celebrating seasonal produce, the intimate and elegant Dining Room is the beating heart of Icebergs Dining Room and Bar.Arranged to take in the famous view of Bondi by day or night, it makes an unforgettable backdrop to a menu inspired by Maurice Terzini’s Italian heritage. The menu is designed to give you a seasonally changing opportunity to sample dishes that reflect the depth of Italian cuisine, created with Australia's best produce.For reservations of up to 9 people, our Dining Room offers a Fixed Price Choice Set Menu at $130pp for 2 courses and $155pp for 3 courses.For reservations of 10 guests and above we serve a selection of Feasting Menus, don't hesitate to contact our Event Coordinator at reservations@idrb.com should you wish to enquire.

4. Roast Republic

4.7

Exceptional(88)

€€€€Price: Expensive

• American • Sydney CBD

Booked 8 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.

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5. CARMELA Nonna of Piccolina

4.7

Exceptional(38)

€€€€Price: Moderate

• Italian • Double Bay

Booked 18 times today

AUTHENTIC ITALIAN FOOD + WARM ITALIAN VIBES Nonna style, casual dining. Welcome to our home.

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6. Chat Thai - Circular Quay

4.2

Awesome(61)

€€€€Price: Moderate

• Thai • Circular Quay

Booked 6 times today

Chat Thai became an instant smash hit in 1989 when it opened its first restaurant with plenty of heat and authentic Thai dishes. We've since added restaurants in Circular Quay, Westfield Sydney, Neutral Bay, Chatswood and Galeries Victoria, and in 2015 we added organic, fresh produce from our farm in Byron Bay. We look forward to meeting you soon.

A photo of The East Chinese Restaurant restaurant

7. The East Chinese Restaurant

4.5

Awesome(60)

€€€€Price: Expensive

• Chinese • Circular Quay

Booked 16 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.

8. Ikaria

4.7

Exceptional(354)

€€€€Price: Expensive

• Mediterranean • Bondi Beach

Booked 23 times today

Ikaria is a Greek Island which derives its name from Icarus, who is believed to have fallen into the sea after he tried to fly to the sun with wax wings. One of the five Blue Zones in the world, Ikaria is a natural idyll in the Aegean Sea where people are said to live the longest. It is a nature lover's paradise surrounded by crystal blue water along the coast. The Ikarian way of life has inspired us to bring the lifestyle and longevity to the iconic Bondi Beach. With unobstructed ocean views, Ikaria Bondi brings people together to create a bond between community and friends through Mediterranean Mezes and delicious cocktails.

9. Fratelli Paradiso

4.8

Exceptional(194)

€€€€Price: Expensive

• Italian • Potts Point

Booked 32 times today

WALK-INS ALWAYS BENVENUTI!Italian food and imported wine in a bustling space with exposed-brick walls and a blackboard menu.

10. Yakitori Yurippi

4.6

Exceptional(58)

€€€€Price: Expensive

• Japanese • Crows Nest

Booked 38 times today

Yurippi is a Japanese Yaktiori restaurant designed to provide a homely and comfortable atmosphere where locals and visitors to Crows Nest can relax and unwind, while having a good time. The menu is seasonal and will be updated regularly in order to deliver the freshest ingredients throughout the year.

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JimmyVIP
Toronto / Ontario •6 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
Absolutely unreal meal we sat in the same spot as Taylor Swift that was freaking awesome this place rocks Mitch the server was amazing if he sees this, please hit us up
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Pellegrino 2000Price: Expensive• Italian• Surry Hills
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4.7
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Tasmania •1 review
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Exquisite food, exceptional service, brilliant vibe. Will be back
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Neptune's GrottoPrice: Expensive• Italian• Sydney CBD
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4.9
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London •1 review
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Amazing food and service though they should probably change the bread provider. It was chewy, as if it was 1 day old bread
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Icebergs Dining Room and BarPrice: Very Expensive• Modern Australian• Bondi
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4.4
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AlyVIP
Detroit / Eastern Michigan •1 review
5.0
Dined on 4 Mar 2025
Mine and my husbands favourite spot for any night of the week
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CARMELA Nonna of PiccolinaPrice: Moderate• Italian• Double Bay
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4.7
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Evan
Sydney •1 review
5.0
Dined on 1 Mar 2025
We traveled from rural NSW for my husbands 40th Birthday. The staff were unbelievable, so helpful, we had a cake delivered and stored in the cool room, one guest had food intolerances and they worked around that for us. Easily the best restaurant we’ve been to, and food was amazing! Everyone had an excellent night - thank you.
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Roast RepublicPrice: Expensive• American• Sydney CBD
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4.7

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