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1. The Potting Shed
4.3
Awesome(3760)
Price: Moderate
• Modern Australian • Alexandria
Booked 96 times today
The Potting Shed is a place to meet, eat, drink, relax and chat your day and night away – where hanging plants, terracotta pots and timber beams meet brass, brick and iron. Where you can plant yourself down on the swing seat, bench or at the bar and feel like you are on your family’s porch.It’s a lively place where you can hoe into fresh, locally harvested produce, delivered by our shed-hands. The same hands that will deliver you good-natured banter, craft beers on tap, great tasting wines and unique cocktails.The menu offers cozy share options for groups, three course substantial meal choices for those wanting to make an evening of it and a fun selection of nibbles for people wanting a light after-work snack with their cocktails or a share jug amongst friends.Plus, enjoy exclusive after-dark access to The Grounds of Alexandria's latest laneway attractions when you dine in!
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2. Elements Bar and Grill Walsh Bay
4.7
Exceptional(46)
Price: Expensive
• Australian • The Rocks
Booked 41 times today
Elements Bar and Grill has become a dream destination among connoisseurs who appreciate taste of fine food over anything else. No matter what the weather is like around you, you will find it right at home with our cozy seating arrangement and homey ambience. You will be surrounded with smell of freshly cooked steaks, close glimpse of elegant wine and vibe of euphoria coming from our staffs who don’t bother to go extra miles to bring the best food you truly deserve. Whenever you are waiting for your food to come to your table, you may as well take a sneak peak at our meat fridge which is nothing but a teaser of what’s cooking inside. Our customers have fallen in love with this place, its people and what we offer.
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3. Elements Bar and Grill Pyrmont
4.7
Exceptional(46)
Price: Expensive
• Australian • Pyrmont
Booked 44 times today
Elements Bar and Grill has become a dream destination among connoisseurs who appreciate taste of fine food over anything else. No matter what the weather is like around you, you will find it right at home with our cozy seating arrangement and homey ambience. You will be surrounded with smell of freshly cooked steaks, close glimpse of elegant wine and vibe of euphoria coming from our staffs who don’t bother to go extra miles to bring the best food you truly deserve.Whenever you are waiting for your food to come to your table, you may as well take a sneak peak at our meat fridge which is nothing but a teaser of what’s cooking inside. Our customers have fallen in love with this place, its people and what we offer.
A photo of Andiamo Trattoria Chippendale restaurant
4. Andiamo Trattoria Chippendale
4.5
Awesome(42)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • Chippendale
Booked 11 times today
Welcome to Andiamo Trattoria, the best Italian in Sydney CBD! Gather at our Table for an authentic experience of delicious Italian flavours, friendly service and an intimate environment. Our menu features classic dishes like homemade pasta, award-winning stonebaked pizza and fresh seafood using local and imported Italian ingredients. Signature dishes such as chilli crab linguine, lamb ragu and Margherita Pizza are popular with locals as is our special vegan menu, giving many options for special dietary requirements. Our cozy, rustic ambiance is the best restaurant for gatherings - perfect for romantic dinners, family dining and special celebrations or events. We also offer a well-curated Italian wine menu, along with handcrafted cocktails and non-alcoholic drinks. For celebrating special events, we offer customisable function menus and drinks' packages to make your event unforgettable. Andiamo is a popular local trattoria, great for long lunch or amazing dinners - Join us!
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5. Now & Then
5.0
Exceptional(0)
Price: Moderate
• Cocktail Bar • Sydney CBD
Located a stone's throw away from the QVB, Town Hall Station and Darling Harbour. Now & Then is a cozy cocktail & wine basement bar, with cool hidden spaces that are especially great for accomodating larger groups! We live to celebrate the best drinking, music and dining experiences of past and present. Live music & DJs on rotation, follow us on Instagram: @nowandthen.sydney for current line ups, themed nights and special events! Open late Friday & Saturday. For all large booking and other bespoke enquiries contact us directly: bookings@nowandthen.sydney
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6. Nodaya Dining Bar
5.0
Exceptional(4)
Price: Expensive
• Japanese • Pyrmont
An authentic Japanese owned hidden restaurant & lounge bar over 80 choices of Japanese whiskies.Spend the evening in a relaxed atmosphere just like those cozy, underground Dining bars in Japan !Not only are there whiskies to enjoy but also champagne, wine, Sake, and Shochu.To accompany the vast selection of drinks are the delicious bar snacks created by my brother, Raita Noda who is  a celebrated chef and previously owner chef at Rise (Darlinghurst) & Ocean Room (Circular Quay). Currently he’s the owner & head chef at Raita Noda Chef's Kitchen (Surry Hills).We're constantly thinking about the best combinations of spirits and snacks and how to bring out the best in both.
We are at our happiest when we can help you experience unique flavours which you can't find with food alone !!
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7. Andiamo Trattoria Summer Hill
4.4
Awesome(56)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • Summer Hill
Booked 8 times today
Welcome to Andiamo Trattoria, the best Italian in Sydney's Inner West! Gather at our Table for an authentic experience of delicious Italian flavours, friendly service and an intimate environment. Our menu features classic dishes like homemade pasta, award-winning woodfired pizza and fresh seafood using local and imported Italian ingredients. Signature dishes such as chilli crab linguine, lamb ragu and Margherita Pizza are popular with locals as is our vegan menu, giving many options for special dietary requirements. Our cozy, rustic ambiance is the best restaurant for gatherings - perfect for romantic dinners, a favourite for family dining and celebrations or events. We also offer a well-curated Italian wine menu, along with handcrafted cocktails and non-alcoholic drinks. For celebrating special events, we offer customisable function menus and drinks' packages to make your event unforgettable. Andiamo is a popular local trattoria, great for long lunch or amazing dinners - Join us!
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8. Nomu Bar
new
(0)
Price: Expensive
• Japanese • Chippendale
NOMU BAR is a cozy bar located at Kensington Street, that specialises in Japanese cocktails, highballs, and more.Transport yourself to the vibrant streets of Tokyo at Nomu Bar in Chippendale. Infused with the spirit of late-night Japanese street bars, Nomu beckons with modern allure. Sip on inventive cocktails, relish street-style izakaya bites, and immerse yourself in the lively, authentic ambiance of our contemporary Japanese hideaway.
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9. The Shop & Wine Bar
4.8
Exceptional(13)
Price: Moderate
• Australian • Bondi Beach
Booked 13 times today
At The Shop you can expect to find the same customers that have been coming since day one. The Shop is like being welcomed into the home of a favourite relative and the food that comes out of the kitchen is like they have preformed magic. We like to focus on comfort food and all locally sourced.Everything is made from scratch, including the dressings, relishes and pickled vegetables.Most of our wines are organic and always have a preservative free wine. Cocktails available if your feeling colourful.. Sharing plates and seasonal specials available.Huge colourful salads, burgers and meatballs.The heart and the soul of the owners and locals oozes out of The Shop!
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10. Black bottle - Sydney
new
4.3
Awesome(0)
Price: Moderate
• French • Darlinghurst
Booked 2 times today
Black Bottle Darlo is a vibrant, contemporary bar and eatery in Darlinghurst, Sydney, known for its cozy, speakeasy atmosphere and eclectic charm. With a unique selection of cocktails, wines, and classic French bistro cuisine, Black Bottle Darlo is perfect for casual meetups, date nights, or lively gatherings. Its laid-back yet stylish ambiance, complete with low lighting and an intimate vibe, makes it a hidden gem for those looking to enjoy a relaxed, social night out in the heart of Sydney.

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