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Terrigal Pavilion's sun-washed Mediterranean-inspired dining room is home to some of the best views on the Central Coast.

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Coming Soon: Darling Glebe Will Revive One of Sydney's Most Storied Dining Rooms — with French Omakase and a Late-Night Martini Bar

The dramatic sandstone grotto beneath a heritage-listed Glebe Point Road property is preparing for its next chapter.

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Sydney's Most Memorable Dishes, According to Chef Andrew Minutillo — Who Specialises in Weird and Wild

The Creator of George Street RSL and dinner party extraordinaire introduces us to his favourite off the beaten track restaurants around Sydney.

Restaurant

Manly Fish & Chips

This nostalgic shack by the Felons crew dishes up fish and chips, prawn rolls and RTDs on Manly Wharf.

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This Just In: The Best Pools in Sydney Are Up for Rent This Summer With Hourly Rates Starting From $25

Think Airbnb, but for pools.

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The Best Things to Do in Sydney This New Year's Eve

See out the last night of 2025 with a decadent feast, a harbourfront extravaganza or a cocktail soiree.

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Coming Soon: Darling Glebe Will Revive One of Sydney's Most Storied Dining Rooms — with French Omakase and a Late-Night Martini Bar

The dramatic sandstone grotto beneath a heritage-listed Glebe Point Road property is preparing for its next chapter.

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Sun, Sand, and Seafood: St Siandra's Beachfront Deck Chairs Return for Summer 2026

Soak up a Sydney summer thanks to St Siandra's beachside deck chairs.

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Homer Rogue Taverna Is Serving a Gourmet Greek Take on a Filet-O-Fish This Summer

This glorious mini gyro isn't your grandad's filet-o-fish.

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Sydney's Most Memorable Dishes, According to Chef Andrew Minutillo — Who Specialises in Weird and Wild

The Creator of George Street RSL and dinner party extraordinaire introduces us to his favourite off the beaten track restaurants around Sydney.

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Pierogi and Vodka: The Polish Club Offers a Taste of Europe in the Heart of Ashfield

Two years after its redevelopment, the Polish Club is redefining what a community club can look like.

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The Best Things to Do in Sydney This New Year's Eve

See out the last night of 2025 with a decadent feast, a harbourfront extravaganza or a cocktail soiree.

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Latest Openings

Restaurant
The Tropic

2 Scenic Highway, Terrigal

Terrigal Pavilion's sun-washed Mediterranean-inspired dining room is home to some of the best views on the Central Coast.
Restaurant
Manly Fish & Chips

East Esplanade, Manly

This nostalgic shack by the Felons crew dishes up fish and chips, prawn rolls and RTDs on Manly Wharf.
Restaurant
Osteria Luna

68 King Street, Sydney

A moody underground osteria serving Italian classics with a touch of red-sauce swagger.
Restaurant
Aambra

518A Old South Head Road, Rose Bay

Housed inside a heritage-listed former church, this Rose Bay restaurant serves refined, flame-kissed Levantine fare.
Restaurant
KODA Sydney

20 Curtin Place, Sydney

This high-energy, Japanese-influenced grill in the former Monopole site slings lasagne gyoza, caviar chicken tenders and robata-fired seafood.
Restaurant
Flaminia

61 Macquarie Street, Sydney

Giovanni Pilu's long-awaited follow-up to his celebrated Freshwater restaurant celebrates the great port cities of Italy.
Bar
FOLIO

22 Hickson Road, Millers Point

This dramatic bar and supper club brings buzzy late-night energy — and tableside martinis — to Walsh Bay Arts Precinct.

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Acapulco El Vista

61 Macquarie Street, Sydney

The Maybe Group and Giovanni Pilu's 1960s Acapulco-inspired lounge brings easygoing cocktails and coastal Latin fare to a prime harbourside location.
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The Mulwray

1 Oxford Street, Paddington

This intimate 50-seater channels the moody elegance of its film noir namesake with pitch-perfect classics and snacks by Mitch Orr.
Bar
Pavilion Social

Queen Elizabeth Drive, Bondi Beach

For sunny afternoons that turn into long, warm nights, Pavilion Social offers leisurely lunches, sunset drinks, relaxed dinners, live music and more.
Bar
The Old Commodore Hotel

206 Blues Point Road, McMahons Point

North Sydney's historic watering hole has reopened with a smart new look and year-round live music lineup.
Bar
Herbs Taverne

213 Clarence Street, Sydney

This sixth MUCHO Group venue fuses a mishmash of influences, from Renaissance paintings to New York indie nostalgia.

Arts & Entertainment

Love Arts & Entertainment experiences? Navigate the best venues and events near you picked by our expert curators at Concrete Playground.

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Stan's New Dark Comedy 'Sunny Nights' Is The Boxing Day Binge You're Looking For

SNL’s Will Forte and D’Arcy Garden of ‘The Good Place’ lead the Sydney-set comedic crime caper.

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Biennale of Sydney 2026 Explores Hidden Histories With 53 Artists and a Stellar Performance Lineup – Here's What We Know (So Far)

Expect a weekly after-dark arts festival at a former industrial site, creative workshops and walking tours in Redfern and installations at four major cultural venues.

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Champion the Tunes Shaping a Sustainable Culture by Voting for the Next Winner of the $20,000 Environmental Music Prize

Get behind the artists pushing climatic conversations forward, with tracks from King Stingray, Angie McMahon and DOBBY making the final cut.

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Drinks on Us: We're Giving Away 100 Tickets to an Exclusive Pre-Festival Party in a Laneway

Yourself and three mates could be in with a chance to win a festival pre-party experience at Since I Left You.

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Spotify Is Taking Over Four Locations in Sydney With Giveaways and Artist Celebrations for Wrapped Day 2025

Once you've posted your listening habits onto social media, go check out one of these events to celebrate Wrapped Day in person.

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Sydney's Summer Cultural Calendar Is Packed — Lock In Tickets to These Must-See Shows and Exhibitions

Blockbuster musicals, bold new exhibitions and colourful citywide festivals are just some of the cultural highlights landing in Sydney this summer — here's how to make the most of them.

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Featured Events

Event
Dom Dolla at Allianz Stadium

Sat, 20 Dec, 2025
Allianz Stadium, Moore Park

He's played Coachella, Lollapalooza, Wildlands, Spilt Milk, Madison Square Garden and more — and now he's doing his first-ever Australian stadium show.

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Event
Free Lunch for Year 12s at Nandos

Multiple single dates
Various venues across Australia

Say goodbye to high school forever with a free chicken and chips meal when you receive your results.
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Carriageworks Farmers Market

Sat, 20 Dec, 2025
Carriageworks, Eveleigh

This weekly event is a Sydney institution showcasing the freshest seasonal produce from growers and producers from across NSW.
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Markets at Glebe

Sat, 20 Dec, 2025
Glebe Public School, Glebe

Glebe's weekly go-to for pre-loved fashion, vinyl records and freshly made limeade.
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Bottomless Lunch at 20 Chapel

Sat, 20 Dec, 2025
20 Chapel, Marrickville

Every Saturday from midday, you can book in for endless prosecco, wine and beer while working your way through an irresistible set menu.

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Kings Cross Weekend Markets

Multiple single dates
Kings Cross Organic Food Market, Potts Point

A weekend morning cornucopia of organic veggies, fruit, cheese and international dishes, plus fashion, homewares, books and more.
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Sunday Roast at Bistro Moncur

Sun, 21 Dec, 2025
Bistro Moncur, Woollahra

First cab off the rank is Dewsbury pork belly, surrounded by a Yorkshire pudding and duck fat potatoes.

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Seaside Sunday Roast at Watson's Bay Boutique Hotel

Sun, 21 Dec, 2025
Watsons Bay Boutique Hotel, Watsons Bay

Swap $35 for a plate loaded with traditional delights, backdropped by harbour views.

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Taco Sunday Roast at Casa Esquina

Sun, 21 Dec, 2025
Casa Esquina, Balmain

This is a flame-roasted take on the tradition, served in a warm tortilla with fries and salad.

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Marrickville Organic Food and Farmers Market

Sun, 21 Dec, 2025
Addison Road Community Centre, Marrickville

This popular market has it all, from organic produce and yummy street eats to vintage fashions and pre-loved homewares.
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$1 Croissants at Loulou Milsons Point

Thu, 18 Dec, 2025
Loulou Bistro, Boulangerie & Traiteur, Milsons Point

This North Shore three-in-one French eatery is celebrating its fourth birthday by offering its signature sourdough croissant for an unbeatable price.
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Royal Otis x Salomon Secret Bondi Gig

Fri, 19 Dec, 2025
Secret Location in Bondi

Live in the moment, as this indie pop duo is about to light up a secret, phone-free Bondi stage, bringing the tunes and the shoes to match.

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Operation Sickie at The Bob Hawke Beer & Leisure Centre

Multiple single dates
The Bob Hawke Beer & Leisure Centre, Marrickville

It's every Australians right to chuck a sickie, so let this Marrickville boozer reward you with big discounts on six occasions this summer.

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Leave It to Luigi Bottomless Lunch at 170 Grammi

Fri, 26 Dec, 2025
170 Grammi, Surry Hills

You can get your fill of Roman cuisine every Friday lunchtime, including unlimited carbonara pizza and delectable maritozzi doughnuts.

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Bottomless Bao at Easy Tiger

Wed, 24 Dec, 2025
Easy Tiger Bondi Beach, Bondi Beach

How many bao can you eat in one sitting? For just $25, you'll get as many as you can handle in 90 minutes.

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Half-Price Curries at Island Radio

Mon, 22 Dec, 2025
Island Radio, Redfern

Feast on wagyu rendang with toasted coconut, yellow rock flathead curry with crispy shallot, or pork and prawn wonton laksa at a wallet-friendly price.

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CTRL Room at Little Cooler

Thu, 25 Dec, 2025
LITTLE COOLER, Sydney

Start the end of your week with a bang at these weekly late-night DJ lineups.
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Music Trivia at Baptist Street Rec Club

Tue, 23 Dec, 2025
Baptist Street Rec. Club, Redfern

Test your knowledge on everyone from Beethoven to Barney while feasting on $15 pad thai.

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This Just In: IKEA Is Dropping A Whimsical Collection in Collaboration With Swedish Designer Teklan

Add to wishlist: IKEA Bluetooth speakers reimagined as colourful lamps and statement home decor.

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Hospo is looking more stylish than ever — from chefs getting involved in fashion campaigns to an Aussie designer label dedicated to service uniforms.

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Four Weekend-Ready Beard Styles You Can Nail at Home, According to One of Australia's Best Barbers

From effortless stubble to a retro mo, these are the facial hair looks trending right now — and one tool can help you master them all.

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This Just In: Frank Green and LANEIGE Have Teamed Up For The Ultimate Hydration Collab

Frank Green and LANEIGE introduce a limited-edition ceramic bottle and coordinating lip serum designed to elevate daily hydration into a luxury beauty ritual.

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We swapped our phones for Fujifilm's new X-T30 III — the sleek, compact camera that captures the chaos and colour of 90s film and 00s digi cams, with all the ease of 2025 tech.

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Fashion-Forward Concept Store Sorry Thanks I Love You Has Launched a Second Sydney Boutique in Paddington's The Olympia

Adding another exciting element to the landmark launch of Australia's first 25hours hotel, this fashion-led concept store features high-end designers from near and far.

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The Best Things to Do in Sydney This Week

Discover the best things to do in Sydney this week, from rooftop gigs and pop-ups to art shows, foodie events and festivals happening all across the city.

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