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A photo of Neptune's Grotto restaurant
4.9
Exceptional(77)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • Sydney CBD
Booked 71 times today
The Pellegrino 2000 Team to Open Neptune’s Grotto, a Basement Italian Joint in the CBD.
A photo of Clam Bar restaurant
4.7
Exceptional(548)
Price: Expensive
• Steak • Sydney CBD
Booked 77 times today
A New York-inspired seafood Grill and steakhouse in the heart of the CBD.
A photo of Balcon by Tapavino restaurant
4.6
Exceptional(105)
Price: Expensive
• Spanish • Sydney CBD
Booked 21 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.
A photo of Pony Dining The Rocks restaurant
4.6
Exceptional(120)
Price: Expensive
• Steakhouse • The Rocks
Booked 25 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.
A photo of Masuya Restaurant restaurant
4.6
Exceptional(200)
Price: Expensive
• Japanese • Sydney CBD
Booked 49 times today
Masuya Restaurant is located in a building, which has been designated as a cultural asset, on O’Connell Street in Sydney. This is the same place as the office of Kanematsu Gosho, the pioneer of Australia – Japan trades, was situated in 1980. Masuya Restaurant opened in 1993, then full renovation was implemented in 2006.The approx. five meters long sushi counter, designed by architect Robert Toland in ‘kabuki red’ with an idea of the stage of kabuki, has since fascinated not only local Australian customers but also various people with different backgrounds.A showcase displays more than 20 different sushi ingredients everyday including locally produced fish, which is purchased on the day. Other carefully selected ingredients are wagyu beef, free-range pork, and seasonal vegetables. Specially designed tableware of Malcolm Greenwood and tables made of Tasmanian Oak is also creating a great atmosphere. Enjoy your time in this amazing space of hospitality.
A photo of Mode Kitchen & Bar restaurant
4.3
Awesome(538)
Price: Moderate
• Breakfast • The Rocks
Booked 8 times today
Mode Kitchen & Bar is a modern Australian restaurant located in Sydney's CBD, offering an innovative and uncomplicated menu that blends diverse cultural influences. The restaurant serves a range of meals, including breakfast, lunch, aperitivo, and dinner, with a focus on delivering delicious flavors with fresh, high-quality ingredients. Mode's menu celebrates modern Australian cuisine, featuring a balance of locally sourced produce and global culinary techniques. The restaurant is known for its chic atmosphere, ideal for casual dining, business lunches, or evening meals with a sophisticated touch.
A photo of The East Chinese Restaurant restaurant
4.5
Awesome(55)
Price: Expensive
• Chinese • Circular Quay
Booked 22 times today
The East is Sydney’s leading fine dining Chinese restaurant by the Opera House, Circular Quay. With both indoor and outdoor seating with a view of the Sydney Harbor Bridge, we proudly serve authentic Chinese cuisine, offering a diverse and delicious menu inspired by rich Chinese history.Our menu is very extensive, with dishes that are hot and powerful to those that are more mild and subtle. Whether you’re craving sweet and sour flavors, or steamed natural aromas, or perhaps exotic herbs and spices, The East has dishes that will tantalize your taste buds.
A photo of Neptune Palace restaurant
4.7
Exceptional(51)
Price: Expensive
• Halal • Circular Quay
Booked 14 times today
Sydney’s Leading Malaysian & Chinese Ha’lal Fine Dining Restaurant.Our menu is very extensive, offering dishes that are hot and powerful, to those that are more mild and subtle. Whether you’re craving sweet and sour flavours, or creamy coconut milk fragrances, or perhaps aromas of lemongrass and exotics herbs and spices, Neptune Palace has dishes that will tantalise your taste buds. We also serve an expansive wine list to complete your experience.
A photo of Chat Thai - Circular Quay restaurant
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.
A photo of Door Knock restaurant
4.7
Exceptional(309)
Price: Expensive
• Dining Bar • Sydney CBD
Booked 6 times today
COCKTAILS, WINE AND GOOD TIMESWe are a captivating cocktail and wine bar hidden below the hustle and bustle of Sydney's streets. Our progressive cocktail list has contemporary and traditional cocktails to delight all tastes. We have an extensive wine list to please all palates. Additionally our delicious food offering has a range of fresh appetising bar food and meals.

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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
    4.9
  • Sue
    Hawaii •6 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 4 days ago
    Valentines Day set menu had outstanding choices if it was a bit pricey. The service was attentive and we were served quickly. Nice atmosphere. All 6 of us enjoyed our meals!
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    Pony Dining The RocksPrice: Expensive• Steakhouse• The Rocks
    4.6
  • Harvey
    Melbourne •1 review
    4.0
    Dined 5 days ago
    Everything is great once we arrived. However, when I called to say we were running late and that two people were last minute cancellations, the girl who answered the phone was extremely rude to me. "Would be great for more notice next time." Was her response to me. I had just called to be courteous about the time so was not expecting this at all. We ended up having 5 people dining and the somm and service was great. Just a bit disappointed with the calling situation - especially when I was trying to be polite about us running late. Have heard about this same complaint from other professionals. You'll need to let this person (no idea of her name) know, that this type of behavior is unacceptable - especially when someone calls to politely let you know we are running late. Will be back, but would love for this to be taken on board. Cheers.
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    Clam BarPrice: Expensive• Steak• Sydney CBD
    4.7
  • Kate
    Sydney •5 reviews
    5.0
    Dined on Feb 8, 2025
    Amazing wine collection, especially for Spanish wines. Sommelier assists to choose a wine that suits everyone. Delicious food and great for sharing.
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    Balcon by TapavinoPrice: Expensive• Spanish• Sydney CBD
    4.6
  • Dino
    Saskatoon / Saskatchewan •2 reviews
    5.0
    Dined on Feb 7, 2025
    Fantastic food! Yumi service was adorable! Thank so much
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    Masuya RestaurantPrice: Expensive• Japanese• Sydney CBD
    4.6
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