Best Romantic Restaurants in Darlinghurst

37 restaurants available nearby

1. The Waratah

4.6

Exceptional(106)

Price: Expensive

• Australian • Darlinghurst

The Waratah is a neighbourhood friendly bar, located in the heart of Darlinghurst. Our ground floor features a friendly and easy-going public bar designed for walk-ins only. Upstairs is open for bookings, with a vibrant terrace bar complete with a stunning sun-draped rooftop and wrap-around veranda.Our focus is on cocktails and great food. The Waratah is our love letter to all that makes Australia unique: small & independent producers, local growers, native produce and a diverse and singular landscape.Welcome to The Waratah, let’s explore Australia together.

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2. Elements Smokehouse and Bar Darlinghurst

4.8

Exceptional(47)

Price: Expensive

• American • Darlinghurst

Welcome to Elements Smokehouse and Bar, where culinary excellence meets vibrant ambience in the heart of Sydney. Our menu showcases the finest ingredients and expert cooking techniques, ensuring every dish is a flavorful masterpiece. While steak is our specialty, prepared to perfection with the choicest cuts, our culinary prowess extends to a diverse range of options, from juicy ribs to crispy fried chicken wings. Join us for an unforgettable dining experience and discover why Elements Smokehouse is acclaimed as one of the best American Diners in Sydney. Just a short walk from Surry Hills, Potts Point and Kings Cross, our romantic steakhouse and restaurant are ready to give you an unforgettable experience.

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3. Paski Vineria Popolare

4.8

Exceptional(57)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Darlinghurst

Paski Vineria Popolare is a restaurant & wine bar, with more casual vibe on the ground floor (walk-ins only) and more curated food and wine selection on the upstair floor (bookings and walk-ins). The venue serves Italian food, freshly made pasta, from small individual nibbles to more substantial dishes.

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4. Claire's Kitchen at Le Salon

4.8

Exceptional(26)

Price: Expensive

• French • Surry Hills

Booked 2 times today

Open since 2010, Claire's Kitchen creates an authentic and familiar French experience that keeps bringing customers back.Situated between Surry Hills and Darlinghurst over 2 levels. The ground level is reserved for classic dinner experience while the mezzanine level hosts Cabaret Nights from Tuesday to Sunday or private functions at request.Former TV chef Marc Kuzma (aka Claire de Lune) lets his talents shine at his Darlinghurst venture. Step through the doors from Oxford Street, and enter a world of glamour, decadence and French chic. Soaring ceilings, imported wallpapers, glittering chandeliers, white linen, black Louis XV chairs and French antiques will make you feel like you're world's away from the chaos of the bustling street outside. Oh oui, nous aimons que….(we love that!). Charming French waiters warmly welcome patrons at Claire' and the brasserie classics with contemporary touches are done with true French finesse. It's French chic at its best.

5. Pellegrino 2000

4.7

Exceptional(1008)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Surry Hills

Booked 31 times today

Pellegrino 2000 is a romantic restaurant. The reviews praise its 'intimate', 'warm and vibrant' ambiance, with some even calling it 'very romantic'. The Italian cuisine and excellent service are also noted. It's the perfect place for a date night with its 'delicious food and wine' and 'great ambience'.

6. Clam Bar

4.7

Exceptional(514)

Price: Expensive

• Steak • Sydney CBD

Booked 36 times today

A New York-inspired seafood Grill and steakhouse in the heart of the CBD.

7. The Potting Shed

4.3

Awesome(3800)

Price: Moderate

• Modern Australian • Alexandria

Booked 48 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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8. Balcon by Tapavino

4.6

Exceptional(95)

Price: Expensive

• Spanish • Sydney CBD

Booked 4 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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9. Squire’s Waterfront Restaurant

4.2

Awesome(1467)

Price: Expensive

• Modern Australian • Sydney CBD

Booked 15 times today

Squires Waterfront Restaurant is THE spot for a night out, a special occasion, or a casual hang with mates. Our menus marry unique modern Australian flavours, with inspiration from the legend himself, James Squire. Nestled on the Sydney Harbour, the waterfront views certainly enhance the ambiance of Squire's Waterfront Restaurant.Bookings are available for the Restaurant. If you have 8 or more guests, a set menu and 10% gratuity apply. For non-exclusive parties of 8+ please enquire through our website. for our Brewhouse and Forecourt areas please contact our events team on 8014 5663 10% surcharge applies on Sundays. 15% surcharge applies on public holidays.All Minors must be accompanied by a legal guardian or parent at all times across the whole venue.

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10. love.fish - Barangaroo

4.5

Awesome(1804)

Price: Expensive

• Seafood • Barangaroo

Booked 25 times today

How many restaurants offer premium Australian seafood and waterfront dining at an everyday price point? love.fish is a casual Australian seafood restaurant located on the waterfront in harbour-side Sydney. Now in its thirteenth year, the love.fish Barangaroo restaurant takes Sydney seafood and our founders passion for authentic, accessible seafood dining to the next level. With a 17 metre harbour frontage and 175 seats, we offer a wider selection of Australia’s best locally-sourced oysters, raw fish, whole fish, platters, and crustaceans. All in a world-class waterfront location with the soul and values of a family owned restaurant. Our Barangaroo restaurant offers the provenance and quality of Australian seafood in a relaxed waterfront setting. We’re all about sustainable, local seafood that doesn’t cost the earth, because it doesn’t need to!

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Grant
Sydney •3 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Made a reservation for six, the banquet option provided was amazing with a wide variety of dishes. Some people in the party were vegetarian and Pellegrino accommodated that professionally. A overall great experience.
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Pellegrino 2000Price: Expensive• Italian• Surry Hills
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4.7
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Jane
Northern Ireland •1 review
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
We loved steak night! Great value and amazing cocktails.
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The WaratahPrice: Expensive• Australian• Darlinghurst
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4.6
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Jacob
Sydney •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
Great experience Manager did a very good job looking after us and making sure we were well catered too. We indulged in the all you can brisket and ribs with chips menu. Tasted amazing. Some cuts of the meat were quite fatty (to be expected to some degree). Apart from that great service and great tasting food! Chips and drinks were delicious and paired nicely with the food! I would come again to try out different selections from the menu. Appreciate the hospitality - Thank you
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Elements Smokehouse and Bar DarlinghurstPrice: Expensive• American• Darlinghurst
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4.8
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Rob
Sydney •1 review
5.0
Dined on 14 Dec 2024
this was the 3rd time we have been here and it continues to be excellent. great friendly service really made our evening
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Paski Vineria PopolarePrice: Expensive• Italian• Darlinghurst
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4.8
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Geoff
Hawaii •6 reviews
5.0
Dined on 5 Dec 2024
Great ambiance, superb food and very friendly service. A must to visit before it closes next year. Another Sydney icon will bite the dust.
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Claire's Kitchen at Le SalonPrice: Expensive• French• Surry Hills
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4.8

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37 restaurants available nearby

1. The Waratah

2. Elements Smokehouse and Bar Darlinghurst

3. Paski Vineria Popolare

4. Claire's Kitchen at Le Salon

5. Pellegrino 2000

6. Clam Bar

7. The Potting Shed

8. Balcon by Tapavino

9. Squire’s Waterfront Restaurant

10. love.fish - Barangaroo

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