Best Cosy Restaurants in Sawtell

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AmericanItalianSteakhouseSeafoodFrenchIndian

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BaysideBondi AreaEastern SuburbsInner SouthInner South WestInner West

Areas

AlexandriaBalmainBelmoreBondiBondi BeachChatswood

Top Rated

CharmingDog-friendlyFancyGood for business mealsGood for groupsGood for special occasions

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All dining options

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Takeaway only

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BarCounterStandardHigh TopOutdoor

Accessibility

Gender-neutral toiletWheelchair access

88 restaurants available nearby

A photo of Osteria di Russo & Russo restaurant

1. Osteria di Russo & Russo

4.8

Exceptional(1205)

€€€€Price: Expensive

• Contemporary Italian • Enmore

Booked 13 times today

Enmore's Osteria di Russo & Russo is a favorite among locals and visitors alike for its modern take on classic Italian flavours, served in its warm and charming restaurant. As snacks to start, the fiore di zucchini fried zucchini flower with goat's milk ricotta and lemon aspen and the cannolo filled with a duck liver parfait, date and hazelnuts are sensational selections.Some of Osteria di Russo & Russo's specialty dishes include the saltbush gnocchi with pork sausage ragu and pecorino, the chargrilled beef flank with green garlic, nasturtium and smoked eggplant and the slow cooked freemantle octopus with chickpea, salsa rossa and native bush tomato, as well as vegetarian dishes.Osteria di Russo & Russo's strawberry sorbet, davidson plum meringue and limoncello custard is the perfect dessert with which to finish your meal.

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2. Elements Bar and Grill Pyrmont

4.4

Awesome(115)

€€€€Price: Expensive

• Australian • Pyrmont

Booked 52 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.

3. MAIZ Mexican

4.8

Exceptional(121)

€€€€Price: Expensive

• Mexican • Newtown

Booked 15 times today

Maíz is the word for corn in Spanish which is the backbone of the Mexican food scene. Maíz Mexican Food is a food and beverage concept that celebrates and integrates a wide range of corn preparations that most Mexican restaurants aren’t offering at the moment. Our menu draws on the bold and fresh flavours of Mexico, our traditions and culture to bring you a unique dining experience.

A photo of Andiamo Trattoria Summer Hill restaurant

4. Andiamo Trattoria Summer Hill

4.3

Awesome(73)

€€€€Price: Expensive

• Italian • Summer Hill

Booked 14 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!

5. La Favola

4.6

Exceptional(567)

€€€€Price: Moderate

• Italian • Newtown

Booked 12 times today

Whether you like to play it safe with spaghetti or go crazy with casarecce, you'll find all your favourite pastas, fresh and homemade, at new Italian diner La Favola. Let the carb-loading begin.So who's the master of pasta at La Favola? That would be Italian chef Fabio Stefanelli. Stefanelli's recipe for success is simple — six pastas and six sauces, and patrons can mix and match as they please.So La Favola's Family is committed to producing top quality Italian gastronomy, to the use of authentic ingredients, and to keeping the tradition of Italian culture and hospitality vibrant and passionate.We look forward to serving you!

6. Saga Bar

4.6

Exceptional(444)

€€€€Price: Expensive

• International • Chippendale

Booked 17 times today

A mythical island oasis containing a magical hybrid of different influences from India, the Middle East & South East Asia. SAGA brings together the best of all things beautiful and delicious about these regions and combines them all in one unforgettable establishment. Let SAGA whisk you away to a haven where you can enjoy the world’s finest and most exclusive wines, unique and mouth-watering cocktails, and a perfectly seasoned and matching food menu to tie it all together.

A photo of Andiamo Trattoria Chippendale restaurant

7. Andiamo Trattoria Chippendale

4.7

Exceptional(63)

€€€€Price: Expensive

• Italian • Chippendale

Booked 8 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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8. Olio Kensington Street

4.0

Excellent(375)

€€€€Price: Expensive

• Italian • Chippendale

Booked 9 times today

Olio Kensington Street is a modern Italian restaurant opened by award-winning chef Lino Sauro in early 2017. Located in The Old Rum Store, it features a contemporary indoor dining room and a rooftop terrace overlooking Chippendale. The menu showcases Sauro’s passion for Italian cuisine, incorporating quality produce and fresh flavours. With a focus on seasonal ingredients and traditional Italian touches, Olio offers a menu that celebrates Italy’s culinary heritage in a modern way.

A photo of Andiamo Trattoria Rhodes restaurant

9. Andiamo Trattoria Rhodes

4.6

Exceptional(60)

€€€€Price: Expensive

• Italian • Rhodes

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 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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10. Wingboy Darling Square

4.6

Exceptional(134)

€€€€Price: Moderate

• American • Haymarket

Booked 15 times today

Wingboy is the creation of two mates, Mike and George, who teamed up through their love of hot wings, cold bevs and good times. The boys have worked in multiple bars and kitchens over the last 12 years to bring you the ultimate wing experience, Wingboy! Wingboy is big on flavour, an electric atmosphere and casual service. They have created 13 kick-ass sauces which are made daily, coating crispy wings, juicy boneless tenders or cauliflower bites. Come on down and join the boys at your local Wingboy.

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Li
Sydney •1 review
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Delicious food. Excellent service. Recommended for family and friends gathering.
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Andiamo Trattoria Summer HillPrice: Expensive• Italian• Summer Hill
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4.3
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Claire
London •1 review
5.0
Dined on 5 Mar 2025
Best Mexican food I think I’ve ever had in Sydney, and fabulous cocktails. Waitstaff were friendly, knowledgeable and efficient, without making you feel like you had to rush.
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MAIZ MexicanPrice: Expensive• Mexican• Newtown
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4.8
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Sabrina
Sydney •2 reviews
5.0
Dined on 1 Mar 2025
Really nice and cosy place with legit Italian meals. Look forward to coming back in winter for some red wine and slow cooked ragù
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Osteria di Russo & RussoPrice: Expensive• Contemporary Italian• Enmore
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4.8
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Asher
Sydney •1 review
5.0
Dined on 26 Feb 2025
Thanks for the great night out? Micaela our waitress at pyrmont was awesome fun bubbly and did a great job serving us
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Elements Bar and Grill PyrmontPrice: Expensive• Australian• Pyrmont
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4.4
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Marty
Sydney •1 review
5.0
Dined on 21 Feb 2025
Ls Favola is my favourite Italian eatery. Fabio and the team do an amazing job throughout the restaurant. The service, the ambiance and the food are second to none. Amazing experience, every time
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La FavolaPrice: Moderate• Italian• Newtown
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4.6

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