Best Lunch Restaurants in Rushcutters Bay

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AmericanItalianSteakhouseSeafoodFrenchIndian

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BaysideBondi AreaCapital RegionEastern SuburbsInner SouthInner South West

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AlexandriaArtarmonBalgowlahBalmainBarangarooBardwell Park

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CharmingDog-friendlyFancyGood for business mealsGood for groupsGood for special occasions

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All dining options

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BarCounterStandardHigh TopOutdoor

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Gender-neutral washroomWheelchair access

265 restaurants available nearby

1. Ezra

4.8

Exceptional(132)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Middle Eastern • Potts Point

Booked 21 times today

Ezra brings the vibe of the Eastern Med to Potts Point. Mediterranean and Middle Eastern flavours have been whipped together – Sydney style. Combining fresh produce with punchy flavours. There’s cold beers, spritzy cocktails and plenty of juicy wines both natural + nostalgic. Join us inside, up at the counter or outside in one of our two courtyards. Share some plates and have some fun.We don't like to play favourites but you should DEFINITELY try the Hazelnut Muhammara (blitzed red pepper dip topped with a sprinkling of pomegranate, roast hazelnuts, coffee grinds and native honey). Pair it with one of our Jerusalem Bagels (baked like a baby sourdough [rather than boiled] and brushed with pomegranate molasses before it gets popped in the oven). The pumping soundtrack will take you on many journeys but at its heart-and-soul it's really all about your favourite 90s-sing-along-pop-power-ballads 🎶We're just around the corner from the Coke Sign and 2 mins from Kings Cross Station.

2. Teddy

4.7

Exceptional(65)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Modern Australian • Potts Point

Booked 7 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 Wednesday to Sunday (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 people. 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.

3. The Waratah

4.7

Exceptional(110)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Australian • Darlinghurst

Booked 20 times today

The Waratah is a neighbourhood friendly bar, located in the heart of Darlinghurst. Our ground floor features a friendly and easy-going public bar designed for walk-ins only. Upstairs is open for bookings, with a vibrant terrace bar complete with a stunning sun-draped rooftop and wrap-around veranda.Our focus is on cocktails and great food. The Waratah is our love letter to all that makes Australia unique: small & independent producers, local growers, native produce and a diverse and singular landscape.Welcome to The Waratah, let’s explore Australia together.

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4. bills Darlinghurst

4.5

Awesome(27)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Australian • Darlinghurst

Booked 8 times today

We don’t take bookings for breakfast and lunch over the weekend – please just come along and we’ll look after you.Every Bill Granger’s restaurant reflects the spirit we like to think of as ‘Australian’: sunny, easy-going and generous.Bill opened his first restaurant in Sydney’s Darlinghurst in 1993. It soon became loved for its legendary breakfasts, served at the famous central communal table, where locals and travellers, families and friends, continue to be welcomed. Thirty years later, Bill’s relaxed, friendly and infectious joy in good, fresh food has become truly global, and is enjoyed at his restaurants in Sydney, Seoul, Tokyo and London.

5. Chaco Bar

4.7

Exceptional(201)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Japanese (Yakitori / Poultry) • Potts Point

Booked 18 times today

Japanese Izakaya in the heart of Kings Cross / Potts PointYakitori and charcoal grilling specialist. Step into a warmly lit restaurant to enjoy some hot BBQ paired with a glass of cold sake from our carefully curated beverage list. 30 Seconds walk from Kings Cross Station.

6. Figo Restaurant

4.8

Exceptional(415)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Italian • Rushcutters Bay

Booked 7 times today

Casual Italian Restaurant with Friendly service and traditional food. Bar seating and dining tables with two different rooms. We are a small but vibrant place.

7. Busshari

4.7

Exceptional(38)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Japanese • Potts Point

Booked 6 times today

Located in the heart of Potts Point, Busshari Restaurant represents the essence of Japanese cuisine: simplicity and freshness. Busshari's decor is soft lit, creating warm and welcoming feel.Busshari opened in 2006, specializing in Japanese authenticity of simple, delicate sashimi and sushi.Along with a selected and refined offer of wine and saké we hope to cater for every of your nights of food and drinks.

8. Wan's Cantonese

4.8

Exceptional(22)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Cantonese • Darlinghurst

Booked 9 times today

Experience Hong Kong’s fine dining with Wan’s Cantonese. Wan’s (pronounced ONE’s) brings classic Cantonese seafood dishes to Darlinghurst. The culinary experience offers top local ingredients that are sustainably produced to cook authentic Cantonese-style dishes.

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9. Sonora Mexican – Potts Point

4.1

Excellent(10)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Mexican • Potts Point

Booked 1 time today

Sonora, located in Potts Point and owned by Roy McVeigh (Hatted, Michelin + award winning chef), is a reimagined Mexican dining experience that goes beyond traditional expectations. Rooted in a seasonal and ingredient-focused philosophy, the restaurant takes inspiration from some of the best Mexican eateries in Mexico and across the globe. McVeigh emphasizes sustainable practices, incorporating local ingredients and often-overlooked plant parts to craft innovative dishes that surprise and delight. Standout items like Barramundi collars, a Wagyu taco with chickweed, and a dessert featuring goat cheese cream illustrate Sonora's dedication to unique flavors and a thoughtful approach to modern Mexican cuisine.

10. Divino Osteria

4.5

Awesome(21)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Italian • Elizabeth Bay

Booked 6 times today

WELCOME to Divino Osteria!Nestled in the heart of Elizabeth Bay, Divino Osteria is a humble celebration of Italy's vibrant culinary heritage, offering a warm, family-style atmosphere with a touch of modern flair. Whether you're a lover of Italian food or simply seeking a cozy yet refined casual dining experience, Divino Osteria promises to captivate your senses from the moment you walk through the door. Founded by Anthony Alafaci, whose Italian roots inspire a love for sharing exceptional food and wine, whilst our Head Chef Andrea Di Stefano from Sicily, ensures our kitchen focuses on fresh, seasonal ingredients. ‘Divino’ means ‘divine’ in Italian, ‘Osteria’ refers to a traditional Italian restaurant, typically more casual and focused on offering local, home-style dishes. At Divino Osteria, our mission is simple: To artfully serve bold, authentic flavours with genuine hospitality, creating a dining experience that feels like sharing a meal at a friend’s home.

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inga
Sydney •1 review
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
Teddy was fabulous! Service, food, decor & ambience all on point. We were a group & got a room to ourselves which made it even better. Finally, the service is some of the best I've had in Sydney.
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TeddyPrice: Expensive• Modern Australian• Potts Point
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4.7
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OpenTable Diner
Sydney •1 review
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
Delicious, every time. Food and service is excellent
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EzraPrice: Expensive• Middle Eastern• Potts Point
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4.8
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OpenTable Diner
New York City •1 review
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
We had such a good time at the Waratah from the service to the food everything was amazing!
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The WaratahPrice: Expensive• Australian• Darlinghurst
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4.7
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Doreen
Sydney •9 reviews
5.0
Dined on Mar 5, 2025
An authentic Japanese restaurant reflecting the many fine meals we enjoyed in that country. Inspiring food and great ingredients, freshly prepared and presented with flair. The Spanner Crab Chawanmushi was a stand out, as was the range of yakitori and the yuzu coconut icecream for dessert. All washed down with a sparkling lychee spritz!
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Chaco BarPrice: Expensive• Japanese (Yakitori / Poultry)• Potts Point
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4.7
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Wayne
New South Wales •2 reviews
5.0
Dined on Jan 23, 2025
Loved the ricotta pancakes and Charles was his usual charming, courteous and efficient self - a study for anyone wanting to see front of house attitude and how service should be done. Wayne and Rosalind Ihaka
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bills DarlinghurstPrice: Moderate• Australian• Darlinghurst
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4.5

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