The Island and Lobo Plantation Team Up to Open Double Bay Establishment

Double Bay is on its way to becoming one of Sydney's most talked about new precincts. Following the announcement of the revamped, reopened InterContinental Sydney Double Bay and Shaun Presland's subsequent new Sake chapter, there's a brand new eatery on the Double Bay planner that's sure to take the whole Gatsby thing next level.

Shiny new hospitality company The Group — the teaming up of The Island operators Adam Abrams and Julian Tobias with The Lobo Plantation's Eddie Levy and Michael Hwang — will draw from the formidable foursome's 15+ years of running kickass Sydney venues to open a yet-to-be-named new bar and restaurant at the InterContinental Sydney Double Bay. Think Australia's first and only floating beach club meets Cuban colonial elegance — or more likely something entirely different and equally novelty.

"As Eastern Suburbs locals, we're excited to be bringing a new restaurant to the area. We can't wait to share the new restaurant with our families and friends, the local community, and business professionals visiting Double Bay," said Adam Abrams from The Group. "We are often asked by friends and family for restaurant recommendations in the Eastern Suburbs, and soon we will be able to point them to our own restaurant, which is very exciting."

Details of the revamped Ritz Carlton, set to reopen as the InterContinental Sydney Double Bay in November, are trickling through month by month. This new eatery is just the second offering to be confirmed by the luxury hotel, following Sake's July reveal. The ground floor precinct will also see a wellness centre and 24-hour gym open to both guests and locals, while the hotel's rooftop pool and restaurant/bar set-up is sure to be worth the room price with executive chef Julien Pouteau behind the wheel.

"We are very excited to be bringing a collection of high-end dining and retail experiences into the iconic building, creating an exciting hub of food and entertainment and adding to the revitalisation of picturesque Double Bay village," said Peter Wilding, managing director of Royal Hotels Australia.

The Island and The Lobo Plantation's new bar and restaurant will coincide with the grand opening of the InterContinental Sydney Double Bay in November.

Find out more about Double Bay's newest and swankiest hotel over here.