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A photo of Pony Dining The Rocks restaurant
1. Pony Dining The Rocks
4.6
Exceptional(83)
Price: Expensive
• Steakhouse • The Rocks
Booked 10 times today
Pony’s executive chef and team are the masters of the wood fire grill, producing contemporary and modern Australian dishes of the season’s freshest produce since its opening in 2006. In an open kitchen where Exec Chef Neil Nolan enjoys a chat with our guests, the Argentinian grill fuelled by iron bark takes dominance with the menu created around this masterpiece. Pony is located in Sydney’s oldest cobblestone laneway within the historic and bustling dining precinct of The Rocks offering inside and outside seating. Our carefully crafted boutique selection of wines and delicious cocktail list complements our a la carte and group menus.
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2. Elements Bar and Grill Walsh Bay
4.4
Awesome(77)
Price: Expensive
• Australian • The Rocks
Booked 33 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. Jounieh
4.7
Exceptional(188)
Price: Expensive
• Middle Eastern • Dawes Point / Walsh Bay
Booked 6 times today
Jounieh is a contemporary approach to the Middle Eastern culinary tradition.Perfectly positioned on the Walsh Bay harbour foreshore, this waterside venue takes you on a journey through the distinctive flavours and tastes of its famed namesake – the coastal town of Jounieh in Lebanon.From the pickles and spices of the bustling ‘Souk’, the grandeur of its luxurious oceanfront resorts, bustling nightlife and numerous promenade eateries, Jounieh is an all-encompassing slice of Lebanese culture.So grab another round of dips and pile up the pita; time moves slowly when you’re eating this well.
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4. Clam Bar
4.7
Exceptional(514)
Price: Expensive
• Steak • Sydney CBD
Booked 39 times today
A New York-inspired seafood Grill and steakhouse in the heart of the CBD.
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5. Pellegrino 2000
4.7
Exceptional(1008)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • Surry Hills
Booked 35 times today
Pellegrino 2000 is described as 'cosy' and 'intimate' by many reviewers, with a vibe that's 'warm and vibrant' and 'great music that suits the space'. The restaurant has a charming ambiance, with an 'eclectic vintage feel' and a 'great ambience and service' that makes it 'perfect for a date night'. The decor, which includes 'gorgeous old bottles', adds to the coziness of the place.
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6. The Grounds of Alexandria Cafe
4.2
Awesome(2749)
Price: Moderate
• Café • Alexandria
Booked 61 times today
The Cafe food and drinks menu is bursting with fresh flavour, made with the finest quality ingredients and created with The Grounds own grown and locally sourced produce. The Cafe at The Grounds has team of chefs who constantly push the boundaries and reinvents the classics in order to deliver you perfect flavour combinations that will make you want to come back time and time again.NOTE: At The Cafe, to ensure that everyone has an opportunity to dine in, we operate on a walk-in only basis for smaller tables during peak hours. If no tables are available on arrival, we will add you to an electronic waiting list and text you when your table is ready, leaving you free to explore the rest of The Grounds. Rest assured, all groups on the wait list will be able to dine-in on the day.
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7. Teddy
4.6
Exceptional(48)
Price: Expensive
• Modern Australian • Potts Point
Booked 5 times today
Teddy offers a fresh and approachable take on the modern Aussie bistro, filled with familiar favourites seen through fresh eyes. The menu is curated by widely acclaimed Chef Ben Sears (Melbourne), and the kitchen is overseen by Head Chef Nicole Coelho who brings her culinary flair to strike the right balance between old and new school favs.Teddy is the perfect space for all season and all reasons. Gather the crew for the next big event or just drop in for a weeknight-wine on the way home from the daily grind. Double Daily Happy Hour is from 4pm-6pm, 7 days a week (and it's well worth sneaking out of work early for!)The Teddy courtyard offers a killer private event space and is the perfect area to book out for you up to 25 of your favourite peope. Pour yourself into a bar stool, order some freshly shucked Sydney rocks with a glass of Aussie bubbles, tap your feet along with the back2back 80s bangers and settle in for some of the best people watching in the hood.
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8. 10 William St
4.6
Exceptional(120)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • Paddington
Booked 15 times today
WALK-INS ALWAYS WELCOME!We are a little wine bar with food, a casual and unique place with an energy created as much by the food, wine and music as it is by the staff-customer interaction. Please note we only accept reservations are for those dining.
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9. Tokyo Bird
4.6
Exceptional(597)
Price: Moderate
• Japanese • Surry Hills
Booked 1 time today
Tokyo Bird is a Japanese inspired small bar located in Belmore Lane, Surry Hills, serving Japanese whisky and beer, cocktails, sake and yakitori – chicken and other delicious morsels on skewers, grilled Japanese style.Tokyo Bird combines the best of Tokyo’s yakitori-ya and izakaya with classic cocktail bars in an intimate Sydney laneway small bar. We look forward to welcoming you to Tokyo Bird!
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10. Tapavino - Circular Quay
4.6
Exceptional(269)
Price: Expensive
• Spanish • Circular Quay
Booked 5 times today
Tapavino - Circular Quay is a cozy spot where you can enjoy a delightful tapas and wine experience. The warm and welcoming vibe, as mentioned in the reviews, sets the tone for a cosy and intimate dining experience. Customers have praised its 'warm hosts/managers/owners' and the 'lovely cosy winter spot' it provides. The restaurant's close proximity to the wine bottles and friendly service further enhance its cozy ambiance.
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  • markVIP
    New York City •19 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 2 days ago
    I would fly back to Australia from NYC just to have lunch here again.
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    Clam BarPrice: Expensive• Steak• Sydney CBD
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    4.7
  • Grant
    Sydney •3 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 4 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
    •
    4.7
  • Thaddeus
    Sydney •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 6 days ago
    I've been to the other Elements restaurants in Darlinghurst and Pyrmont. This evening my friend and I wanted to try the Tomahawk steak and Tommy margarita deal, and decided to go to Walsh Bay. My experience at these restaurants thus far has been consistent. Great food, great atmosphere (especially at Walsh Bay where the views and decor are on another level) and excellent service. Tonight, Nico took our order and made sure we enjoyed our dinner and time at the venue. We ordered an entree of Buffalo Calamari to go with our tomahawk. Recommend! The tomahawk steak was incredible not only in its size but texture and flavour. It melts in your mouth! They take it out and finish preparing and cutting it at your table for added theatrics. This didn't affect me, but if you have dietary requirements, it seems like they are more than happy to accommodate your needs. Overall, I really enjoyed my time and will definitely be coming back.
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    Elements Bar and Grill Walsh BayPrice: Expensive• Australian• The Rocks
    •
    4.4
  • Alice
    New South Wales •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 7 days ago
    Amazing experience at Pony! From entrée to dessert an incredible discovery for the taste buds. I definitely recommend the duck and the lamb, delicious.
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    Pony Dining The RocksPrice: Expensive• Steakhouse• The Rocks
    •
    4.6
  • Rachel
    Sydney •1 review
    5.0
    Dined on Dec 14, 2024
    We came from interstate for a theatre show and wanted to eat nearby, so Jounieh was the perfect location, I was expecting the food to be good, but we were absolutely blown away. The food was impeccable, absolutely flawless, the flavours, textures and presentation were all 10/10. My partner and I both agreed it was the best meal either of us have ever had (we had the banquet with meat). The service was outstanding, so professional, attentive, but not over bearing or in your face, the decor is modern and sleek, gorgeous location, amazing food and brilliant service. 5 stars. We’re already looking at coming back early in the new year just to eat here again!
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    JouniehPrice: Expensive• Middle Eastern• Dawes Point / Walsh Bay
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    4.7

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