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    Five BYO Spots to Have a Friend Date This Week

    Celebrate the love of your best pals this year — rosé in hand.

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    Sushi E Chef Nobuyuki Ura Is Opening a New Japanese Restaurant in The Rocks

    Located in a heritage-listed sandstone building, the restaurant will have panoramic harbour views and next-level Japanese fare.

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    Melbourne Coffee Pioneer Industry Beans Is Opening Its First Sydney Cafe

    And it's bringing its famed bubble tea-like cold brews with it.

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    Salt Meats Cheese Has Opened Its First Italian Restaurant on the Northern Beaches

    The restaurant chain's sixth store has thrown open its doors in Dee Why.

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    Portal Is the New Martin Place Eatery That's Giving All of Its Profits To Charity

    The new spot combines all-day eating, an ex-Mecca chef and serious support for those in need.

Latest Guides
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    You Can Help Sydney Break Melbourne's Yum Cha World Record Next Week

    All you need to do is show up and eat free dumplings.

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    Vegan Magnums, Cornettos and Weis Bars Have Just Landed in the Freezer Aisle

    You'll find them at supermarkets and convenience stories around the country.

  • News

    George Street's Tim Ho Wan Site to Be Reborn as Cantonese Restaurant Canton! Canton!

    And a modern Malaysian spot will launch in the chain's former Pitt Street Mall spot.

  • News

    What's Open in Sydney This Australia Day Public Holiday

    Your favourite spot may be closed this Monday, but these cafes, restaurants and bars will more than tide you over.

  • News

    Aperol Spritz Doughnuts Are Sydney's New OTT Boozy Summer Snack

    They're crafted by Shortstop and available at three Sydney bars right now.

Latest Places
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    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.

  • Restaurant

    Grill Americano

    1 Chifley Square, Sydney

    Melbourne restaurateur Chris Lucas' celebrated Venetian-inspired steakhouse has landed in a historic Sydney location.

  • Cafe

    Manteiga

    169 Darlinghurst Road, Darlinghurst

    With an ex-Bentley chef at the helm, this Darlinghurst spot puts a fine-dining spin on classic brunch fare.

  • Restaurant

    Rick Stein at Coogee Beach

    242 Arden Street, Coogee

    The beloved British chef brings his legendary love of seafood to one of the city's most beautiful stretches of sand.

  • Restaurant

    MAGMA by Dany Karam

    1 Bartley Street, Canley Vale

    The acclaimed chef's long-awaited return brings destination dining to a dramatic, marble-clad space in Sydney's south west.

  • Restaurant

    San Pancho

    276-278 Marrickville Road, Marrickville

    A Marrickville taqueria that represents Mexico instead of reinventing it.

  • Restaurant

    Hazel Kitchen and Bar

    782 Kingsway, Gymea

    A Gymea hideaway that specialises in breezy, relaxed feeds no matter where the sun is in the sky.

  • Guide

    The Best Bars and Restaurants in Redfern

    This inner city suburb is changing rapidly – and now has everything from a rooftop bar to a ramen joint with a line out the front.

  • News

    A Group of Very Good Dogs Is Helping to Keep the Sydney Opera House's Restaurants Seagull-Free

    The new Seagull Patrol Dogs are warding off unwanted avian attacks on customers and their food.

  • News

    The Ume Team Has Opened a Japanese Taco Joint Inside Redfern Surf Club

    You'll now be able to get Japanese-inspired tacos and donburi at the dive bar six nights a week.

  • News

    Potts Point Institution Billy Kwong Will Close Its Doors Forever This Year

    But it's not all bad news — chef and restaurateur Kylie Kwong plans to open a new, more casual eatery later in 2019.

  • News

    Petersham's Oxford Tavern Has Just Gained New Owners — and a Focus on Craft Beer

    The owners of Darlinghurst's Taphouse and natural wine bar Odd Culture have relaunched the pub with a selection of hyper-local independent brews.

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    Newtown's Beloved Hartsyard Has Reopened — and It Now Has Fried Cheese

    Chefs Jarrod Walsh and Dot Lee have taken over the restaurant, given it a facelift and rolled out a new menu.

Latest Events
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    Gelatissimo's Bundaberg Ginger Beer Gelato Is Your Refreshing New Summer Dessert

    The limited-edition flavour turns the classic Aussie beverage into a tangy, slightly fizzy treat.

  • News

    The Teahouse in Sydney's Tranquil Chinese Garden of Friendship Has Been Taken Over by Lotus

    The venue will serve dumplings and tea during the day before switching to a Sichuan menu at night.

  • News

    US Bakery Chain Cinnabon Is Bringing Its Sticky Scrolls to Australia

    The first two outposts will open in Queensland later this year, with many more to follow in other states.

  • News

    Much-Loved Mod-Asian Restaurant Master Is Returning for Two Nights

    Chef John Javier is bringing back all the restaurant's signature dishes — including that roasted potato dessert.

  • News

    Where to Eat If You're in Melbourne for the Australian Open

    Whether you're looking for snack before the coin toss or a meal after the game, you'll likely be hot and hungry — so here's where you can get some nosh in and around Rod Laver Arena.

  • News

    Gelato Messina Has Released a Limited-Edition Line of Gourmet Drumsticks

    You'll find them at supermarkets, convenience stories and petrol stations around the country.

  • News

    Paperbark Has Launched a New All-Vegan Boozy Brunch

    With oyster mushroom burgers, finger lime-topped avo toast and fermented chilli bloody marys.

  • Guide

    The Ten Best Waterside Bars in Sydney

    Summer calls for spritzes by Bondi Beach and a few cold ones overlooking the Harbour.

  • News

    Bondi Favourite Porch & Parlour Has Reopened After Being Destroyed By a Fire

    It's back in action following a fire in August, with a revamped menu and a new daily drink special.

  • News

    Hot Cross Bun Ice Cream Is Your New Go-To Dessert From Now Until Easter

    The limited-edition sweet treat features raisins, Australian cream and a ripple of flavour that tastes like hot cross buns.

  • News

    4 Pines Brewing Has Opened a Small Beer and Burger Joint in Surry Hills

    Slinging burgers piled high with cornflake-coated fried chicken, and sweet and sour pork belly.

  • Guide

    Sydney's Most Popular Restaurants of 2018

    The new openings and old favourites you flocked to this year.

  • News

    Condimental Is Australia's New Curated Delivery Service for Pickles, Preserves and Sauces

    Delivering a seasonal, limited-edition batch of condiments to your door.

  • News

    We're Hosting a Luxe Bubbles and Brunch Event in a Secret Sydney Location

    Start your day off right in this hidden CBD oasis with bottomless bubbles, bites and us.

  • Guide

    Nine Restaurants Offering Last Minute Reservations for All Your Festive Meals This Season

    Just because you left the planning late doesn't mean you can't still party.

  • News

    Alberto Lounge Is The Buzzing New Italian Trattoria From the Restaurant Hubert Crew

    The Surry Hills joint is serving up pasta, wine and Italian snacks — with top-notch service — every night of the week.

  • News

    Palm Beach's Barrenjoey House Has Reopened for Post-Swim Summer Lunches

    The heritage-listed restaurant and guesthouse has been taken over by The Boathouse Group.

  • News

    The New-Look Duke of Enmore Is Serving Up Next-Level Pub Grub and Natural Wines

    The inner west corner pub has been made over by an all-star hospitality team.

  • News

    Five Foods to Pair With Your Favourite Celebratory Drinks

    The sips to pair with all your festive feeds — from the prawns to the roast.

  • News

    Melbourne Cafe Napier Quarter Is Phasing Out Takeaway Coffee

    It's doing the environment a solid — and trying to get you to enjoy your cuppa.

  • News

    Rosenbaum and Fuller Is Bondi's New All-Day Diner and Cocktail Bar

    It's run by a team of hospitality legends, including a former Australian Bartender of the Year.

  • News

    Announcing Concrete Playground's Best of 2018 Sydney Award Winners

    The very best new Sydney bars, restaurants, cafes, pubs, events and spaces of the year.

  • News

    Tayim Is Sydney's New Middle Eastern Restaurant Tucked Away in a Sandstone Building in The Rocks

    The all-day diner serves up Middle Eastern dishes in the restaurant, and take away falafel and kebabs from its deli.

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