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A photo of Osaka Trading Co. restaurant

1. Osaka Trading Co.

4.8

Exceptional(344)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Japanese • Glebe

Booked 2 times today

Located at the Tramsheds food precinct in Forest Lodge, Osaka Trading Co. focuses on modern Japanese and ramen. The restaurant’s bar offers house and classic cocktails, Japanese beers and sake, wine, and Japanese and Scotch whiskies.Our lunch menu comprises ramen and donburi rice bowls from 11.30am with an all day menu available until dinner from 5:30pm - 9:30pm with a larger a la carte menu.Osaka Trading Co. is a modern Japanese restaurant & bar from the owner-operators of Surry Hills small bar Tokyo Bird and Haymarket cocktail bar Banchō.

A photo of China Diner - Tramsheds restaurant

2. China Diner - Tramsheds

4.5

Awesome(286)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Chinese • Forest Lodge

China Diner represents a contemporary approach to Asian Dining, in a stylish venue inspired by 1930's Shanghai. China Diner specialises in dumplings, vegan, seafood & meat dishes, that pair perfectly with an extensive wine, sake & cocktail list. China Diner Tramsheds offers both an expansive dining room and al fresco terrace with a gorgeous grassy outlook.

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3. Neptune's Grotto

4.9

Exceptional(77)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Italian • Sydney CBD

Booked 70 times today

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

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4. Pellegrino 2000

4.7

Exceptional(1050)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Italian • Surry Hills

Booked 69 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'.

A photo of BRAZA Churrascaria - Darling Quarter restaurant

5. BRAZA Churrascaria - Darling Quarter

4.5

Awesome(3092)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Brazilian • Darling Quarter

Booked 64 times today

Braza Churrascaria is an authentic Brazilian Barbeque house that serves world-renowned Australia meats. We are an “all you can eat” restaurant, with typical Brazilian service style known as “Rodizio” where Passadores (meat carvers) rotate from table to table serving more than 20 different types of skewers. “Braza" means the sizzling charcoals of the fire and "Churrascaria" is the restaurant specialised in Barbeque or Brazilian style steakhouse restaurant.Our purpose is to provide you with an Authentic Brazilian experience where you can explore the many mouth-watering flavours of our Barbeque.

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6. MAIZ Mexican

4.8

Exceptional(119)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Mexican • Newtown

Booked 21 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.

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7. Roast Republic

4.7

Exceptional(85)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• American • Sydney CBD

Booked 3 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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8. MuMian Dining

4.1

Excellent(138)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Cantonese • Darling Quarter

Booked 10 times today

Enjoy a modern take on authentic flavours and dishes, where we blend eastern and western cooking techniques with a modern, sophisticated flair that will give you a fresh taste of traditional Cantonese cuisine. Our menu showcases our uncompromising focus on creating an exciting culinary experience by serving locally sourced produce, meats and live seafood. Enjoy all the classics – like In-house-roasted barbecued ducks and Pork, live seafood including Lobster, XO Pipis, Live Fishes, and wok-fried favourites – alongside a few unexpected dishes. Better still, our convenient location in Darling Quarter, Right next to all the action from Daring Harbour, ICC Sydney and Darling Parkland, means your pre and post-meal plans are as good as sorted.

A photo of Zushi - Barangaroo restaurant

9. Zushi - Barangaroo

4.7

Exceptional(1596)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Japanese • Barangaroo

Booked 61 times today

Zushi Barangaroo is a true gem in Sydney's culinary scene. With rave reviews for its fresh sushi, quality service, and vibrant atmosphere, it's hard to deny its authenticity. The restaurant's commitment to using local, sustainable ingredients and its carefully curated menu further enhance its authenticity. As one reviewer put it, 'Food is wonderful and fresh with a good balance of flavours. The service is punctual and polite.' Another said, 'Excellent restaurant. Quality food, fresh and delectable.'

A photo of Chat Thai - Circular Quay restaurant

10. Chat Thai - Circular Quay

4.3

Awesome(58)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Thai • Circular Quay

Booked 19 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.

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Janice
Sydney •4 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
Food was delicious, atmosphere was great Service was ok. I felt the wait staff could have been slightly more attentive... noticing that wine glass was empty and offering another - for instance. But overall, a lovely experience.
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Pellegrino 2000Price: Expensive• Italian• Surry Hills
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4.7
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GaryVIP
San Francisco Bay Area •18 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
We thoroughly enjoyed this restaurant from the speakeasy type entrance to the superb cocktails, excellent food and friendly service. The atmosphere is warm and mysterious. We enjoyed sharing the calamari as an appetizer followed by the pasta with pork/veal ragu sauce that is beyond description. As a main course we thankfully shared a delicious veal Milanese in bolognese which could have fed three. Best restaurant in Sydney by far.
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Neptune's GrottoPrice: Expensive• Italian• Sydney CBD
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4.9
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DionneVIP
Sydney •4 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
We enjoyed dinner at Osaka Trading Co. Our server was lovely and particularly helpful in determining a meal for my u10 son, as they do not offer a children’s menu. We will certainly return.
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Osaka Trading Co.Price: Expensive• Japanese• Glebe
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4.8
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Jamie
Sydney •3 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Amazing food, everything is so good. Especially love the coração de galinha, so good. But everything was perfect, we will absolutely be dining there again. Sooner rather than later, that’s for sure
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BRAZA Churrascaria - Darling QuarterPrice: Expensive• Brazilian• Darling Quarter
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4.5
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Ally
Sydney •2 reviews
4.0
Dined on Dec 15, 2024
Lovely food and venue! We went on a Sunday afternoon and was relatively quiet which was surprising ! Great menu
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China Diner - TramshedsPrice: Moderate• Chinese• Forest Lodge
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4.5

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