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1. Zushi - Surry Hills
4.6
Exceptional(728)
Price: Expensive
• Japanese • Surry Hills
Booked 47 times today
Zushi in Surry Hills is a super hit! It's a go-to spot for the best Japanese cuisine in Sydney. People rave about the divine setting, excellent service, and of course, the amazing food. Their Omakase experience is a highlight for many. The ambiance is great and the staff is super friendly and efficient. Sounds like a perfect spot for a chill night out, don't you think?
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2. Goryon San
4.5
Awesome(469)
Price: Expensive
• Japanese • Surry Hills
Booked 34 times today
We are a neighbourhood restaurant in Surry Hills, Sydney. The brand "Goryon San" is from Japan. We serve Japanese yakitori, Ramen, Sake and also beer, wine.
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3. Tokyo Bird
4.6
Exceptional(609)
Price: Moderate
• Japanese • Surry Hills
Booked 16 times 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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4. Surly's
4.5
Awesome(23)
Price: Moderate
• Barbecue • Darlinghurst
Booked 16 times today
Everybody’s favourite all-American Tavern, opened in 2015, offering Sydney an authentic slice of Nashville. Located in the beating heart of Surry Hills, this dive bar is a well-needed escape from the daily grind; where big kids go to play, & the food makes them stay.
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5. The Grounds of the City
4.4
Awesome(3640)
Price: Moderate
• Modern Australian • Sydney CBD
Booked 87 times today
The Grounds of the City, the second outpost from the team behind The Grounds of Alexandria, is bringing soul back to the CBD with old-school service and charm. Located in the heart of the CBD and bustling with activity, The Grounds of the City is tailor-made for a marvellous time; no matter the occasion. Start your day right as our baristas expertly serve up The Grounds house-roasted espresso and filter coffees, or end it in the best possible way and cosy in with our selection of cocktails and a dinner menu that features something for everyone. You’ll find our coffee sommelier at The Barista’s Bar ready to take you through a tailored coffee experience, and our tea lady roaming the room with a trolley adorned with fresh coffee, our selection of ethically sourced teas and cakes.
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6. The Potting Shed
4.4
Awesome(3872)
Price: Moderate
• Modern Australian • Alexandria
Booked 98 times today
The Potting Shed is a place to meet, eat, drink, relax and chat your day and night away – where hanging plants, terracotta pots and timber beams meet brass, brick and iron. Where you can plant yourself down on the swing seat, bench or at the bar and feel like you are on your family’s porch.It’s a lively place where you can hoe into fresh, locally harvested produce, delivered by our shed-hands. The same hands that will deliver you good-natured banter, craft beers on tap, great tasting wines and unique cocktails.The menu offers cozy share options for groups, three course substantial meal choices for those wanting to make an evening of it and a fun selection of nibbles for people wanting a light after-work snack with their cocktails or a share jug amongst friends.Plus, enjoy exclusive after-dark access to The Grounds of Alexandria's latest laneway attractions when you dine in!
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7. The Grounds of Alexandria Cafe
4.2
Awesome(2829)
Price: Moderate
• Café • Alexandria
Booked 197 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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8. Zushi - Barangaroo
4.6
Exceptional(1609)
Price: Expensive
• Japanese • Barangaroo
Booked 84 times today
At the edge of the CBD, in the spectacular 22-hectare waterfront precinct where an old container terminal once stood, discerning foodies can now find some of the city’s best sushi in Barangaroo. Established in 2016, the newest addition to the Zushi restaurant empire is in Sydney’s impressive new harbour foreshore playground. Zushi Barangaroo is both stylish and comfortable, capturing the relaxed style of a typical Japanese bar or izakaya designed by the renowned architect Koichi Takada. We offer premium service complimented with a wide selection of imported beers, Japanese inspired cocktails, and Japanese sake and whisky.Zushi prides itself on using only carefully sourced local ingredients; the freshest vegetables and sustainable seafood where possible and most of the menu is gluten-free. We are open every day for lunch and dinner, serving delectable sushi, sashimi and share plates. And the glorious harbour views are pretty tasty too.
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9. Icebergs Dining Room and Bar
4.4
Awesome(108)
Price: Very Expensive
• Modern Australian • Bondi
Booked 41 times today
Icebergs Dining Room and Bar is about the ocean, the beach, the sky, it's about Sydney.With an ever evolving menu focused on modern Italian cuisine and celebrating seasonal produce, the intimate and elegant Dining Room is the beating heart of Icebergs Dining Room and Bar.Arranged to take in the famous view of Bondi by day or night, it makes an unforgettable backdrop to a menu inspired by Maurice Terzini’s Italian heritage. The menu is designed to give you a seasonally changing opportunity to sample dishes that reflect the depth of Italian cuisine, created with Australia's best produce.For reservations of up to 9 people, our Dining Room offers a Fixed Price Choice Set Menu at $130pp for 2 courses and $155pp for 3 courses.For reservations of 10 guests and above we serve a selection of Feasting Menus, don't hesitate to contact our Event Coordinator at reservations@idrb.com should you wish to enquire.
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10. love.fish - Barangaroo
4.5
Awesome(1854)
Price: Expensive
• Seafood • Barangaroo
Booked 30 times today
How many restaurants offer premium Australian seafood and waterfront dining at an everyday price point? love.fish is a casual Australian seafood restaurant located on the waterfront in harbour-side Sydney. Now in its thirteenth year, the love.fish Barangaroo restaurant takes Sydney seafood and our founders passion for authentic, accessible seafood dining to the next level. With a 17 metre harbour frontage and 175 seats, we offer a wider selection of Australia’s best locally-sourced oysters, raw fish, whole fish, platters, and crustaceans. All in a world-class waterfront location with the soul and values of a family owned restaurant. Our Barangaroo restaurant offers the provenance and quality of Australian seafood in a relaxed waterfront setting. We’re all about sustainable, local seafood that doesn’t cost the earth, because it doesn’t need to!

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Discover best hot spot restaurants in Surry Hills

Surry Hills, nestled in Sydney's Eastern Suburbs, is a vibrant culinary hotspot teeming with diverse dining options that cater to all tastes and preferences. From cozy trattorias to modern Japanese eateries, each restaurant brings its own unique flair to the table, making it a beloved destination for food enthusiasts. Restaurants in this area are praised for their emphasis on quality, showcasing fresh, locally-sourced ingredients in inventive and flavorful dishes. The dining scene here is characterized by a mix of modern and traditional aesthetics, where diners can enjoy expertly crafted menus in settings that blend contemporary design with classic comfort. Patrons consistently laud the attentive and knowledgeable service, enhancing the overall dining experience. Whether you're looking for a romantic date night, a casual outing with friends, or a memorable family dinner, Surry Hills offers an array of options that promise an unforgettable culinary journey. This neighborhood truly epitomizes the essence of a "hot spot" in Sydney, drawing both locals and visitors to enjoy its exceptional gastronomic delights.

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