Guillaume at Bennelong
Sydneysiders flock to the restaurant for special occasions, the view, the food and the walk around the Opera House in the evening is very special, particularly at sunset. Guillaume Brahimi is one of Australia's most respected chefs and has worked with the best of them Joel Robuchon & Co. The is modern Australian cuisine with some French influence of course. Think Wagyu beef for two, Kangaroo Island chicken and duck foie gras ravioli.
Entree $30-$50, Main $38-$75, Dessert $25, 2-course pre-theatre menu $63pp, 3 courses $75.
www.guillaumeatbennelong.com.au
Opera House, Bennelong Point t: 61 2 9241 1999
Sushi E
A little more up-market than the numerous take-away sushi bars you will find scattered across Sydney’s Food courts. This one is hidden on the 4th floor of the Establishment. You will find tempting choices like Spicy Campi with warm chillies and miso soup or spicy tuna roll from $16.50 for six pieces. A great city hideway for a quick bite while touring the sites of the city.
Open for lunch and dinner Monday to Friday and dinner only Saturday.
www.merivale.com
Level 4, 252 George Street t: 61 2 9240 3000
Longrain
Situated in downtown Surry Hills (one also in Melbourne) this restaurant has been popular in Sydney for over 10 years for its modern Thai-chinese fusion and exotic combinations. There a cocktail bar and communal dining is different. Menu prices start at $28 upt to $39 for dishes so depending on how many dishes can be expensive, but the quality of dishes such as Mussaman curry of Mandagery creek venison and crisp organic duck is exceptional.
Open Wed-Fri 12pm-2:30pm, 6pm-11pm; Sat 6pm-11pm; Sun 12pm-11pm
www.longrain.com.au
85 Commonwealth Street, Surry Hills 2010 t: 61 2 9280 2888
Fish Face & Sushi Bar
Not really a 'fish and chipie', there's a lot more flair and style in this place. Expect great dishes such as grilled monkfish, 'moules et No reservations and only open in the evenings.
Open: Mon-Sat 6pm-10pm; Sun 6pm-9pm
Allow 30 pp. Entrees $15.50-$18.50; mains $24.50-$32.50; desserts $12.50
www.fishface.com.au
132 Darlinghurst Rd, Darlinghurst, t: 61 2 9332 4803
Mohr Fish
This is how Sydneysider like their fish and chips, starting with an ale or cider at the pub opposite. Unless you get to this tiny fish cafe early expect to wait, but they'll come and get you at the pub when there's a table. A former butcher shop it now serves up Bouillabaisse, Fish Cakes, Curd sardines, garlic prawns and of course, fish and chips.
Daily 11am—10prn; no bookings
Entrees $10.50-$14.50; mains $16-$25; desserts $7; no corkage charge
www.mohrandmohr.com.au
202 Devonshire St, Surry Hills 2010t: 61 2 9318 1326
Sean's Panaroma
This popular restaurant faces the beach and it known for its fresh and creative approach to seasonal produce. Who could resist a blue swimmer crab soup or a whole grilled snapper at the beachside accompanied of course with some great crisp Australian or New Zealand whites. Also very popular for weekend Brunch so arrive early if you want a seat with ocean views.
Allow 65pp, Entree $35, Main $38, Dessert $15
Sat-Sun noon-3pm Wed-Sat 6pm-9.30pm
www.seanspanaroma.com.au
270 Campbell Parade, Bondi Beach 2026 t: 61 2 9365 49 24
Bills 3
Famous for brunch and particularly their ricotta hotcakes with fresh banana and honeycomb butter. A great place to meet friends or just chill out after a big night out. There are three across Sydney one at Surry Hills, Darlinghurst and below Woollahra. Fresh and creative and great for a snack or light meal.
Prices: A$8-A$17 at breakfast, A$15.80-A$26.50 at lunch
www.bills.com.au
118 Queen Street, Woollahra 2025 t: 312 9328 7997
Tetsuya's Restaurant - All hail the King
As far as most Australian diners are concerned, this is the best restaurant in Australia and a strong contender for top ten in the world each year.
From humble beginnings in his Balmain restaurant, Tetsuya now operates from the city centre in elegant Japanese surroundings (the former Suntory House). His food is a fusion of Japenese and French but there's no explanation needed, anyone going here probably already knows what to expect.
Menu is a fixed priced degustation. If you are allergic to anything phone ahead otherwise just enjoy. A ten-course menu is $195. Wine extra
Open Tuesday-Saturday from 6.00pm. Bookings essentials you can view full menu online.
www.tetsuyas.com
529 Kent Street, Sydney t: 61 2 9262 7099
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