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NewsWhat'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.
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NewsAperol Spritz Doughnuts Are Sydney's New OTT Boozy Summer Snack
They're crafted by Shortstop and available at three Sydney bars right now.
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GuideThe 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.
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NewsA 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.
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NewsThe 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.
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NewsPotts 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.
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GuideThe Best Sydney Restaurants for an Excellent Lunar New Year Feast
Ring in the Year of the Horse this Lunar New Year at one of these stellar Sydney restaurants.
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GuideThe 25 Best Pubs in Sydney
From century-old locals to new and reimagined favourites, these are the venues that define Sydney's pub culture.
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GuideThe Best New Restaurants and Bars in Sydney You Need to Visit
Discover your next dining obsession with our cheat sheet to the best new venues in town.
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NewsThe Best Restaurants in Sydney to Take Your Dad This Father's Day (or Any Day)
Spoil the paternal figure in your life with a memorable Father's Day lunch or dinner at these standout Sydney restaurants, bars and cafes.
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GuideWhere to Find the Best Steak in Sydney
From dry-aged cuts to highly marbled wagyu — we've got no beef with this list of the best places to slice into a juicy, perfectly seared and expertly rested steak.
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NewsThe Best Restaurants in Sydney to Take Your Mum This Mother's Day (or Any Day)
Spoil the leading lady in your life with a memorable Mother's Day lunch or dinner at these standout Sydney restaurants, bars and cafes.
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NewsTen Grown-Up Easter Treats to Hunt Down Around Sydney
Have your very own adult Easter hunt this year, running around the city to find the best hot cross buns and Easter eggs.
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GuideThe Best Italian Restaurants in Sydney
Find where you'll be carb-loading next in Sydney — whether it's in the form of pasta, pizza or panzanella.
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NewsWhere to Find the Best Ice Cream and Gelato in Sydney
Whether you like your scoops creamy, salty, deep-fried or vegan, you can find them here.
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GuideWhere to Find the Best Pizza in Sydney
From pepperoni-topped slices to vegan rounds, if it's pizza you're craving, we've got you covered.
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NewsPetersham'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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NewsNewtown'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.
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NewsGelatissimo'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.
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NewsThe 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.
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GuideFive Outdoor Sydney Bars to Hit This Summer You May Not Know About
Welcome to the summer of rooftop bevs.
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NewsUS 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.
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RestaurantThe James
89-113 Kent Street, Millers Point
Tableside Beef Wellington brings a sense of theatre to the evening, as do showstopping desserts such as sticky toffee soufflé.
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RestaurantLinla
413 Bourke Street, Surry Hills
A playful pan-Asian eatery serving the likes of paper bag-shaken fried chicken, fairy bread bao and a bubble tea cocktail.
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RestaurantLas Palmas Manly
West Esplanade, Manly
The garden bar and taqueria, just steps away from Manly Wharf is accessible via a 15-minute ferry from the CBD.
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RestaurantSaint Peter at The Grand National Hotel
161 Underwood Street, Paddington
Josh Niland's nose-to-tail (scale-to-tail?) seafood restaurant is a must-visit.
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RestaurantThe Flynn
2A Bligh Street, Sydney
The Flynn aims to offer restaurant-level food and service without the hefty price tags.
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BarHotel Harry
40-44 Wentworth Avenue, Surry Hills
The century-old Macquarie Hotel gets a new lease on life with the revamped Hotel Harry.
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CafeSalumerie Bondi
75-79 Hall Street, Bondi Beach
Salumerie's fourth outpost brings Neapolitan deli energy — and laneway aperitivo sessions — to Bondi.
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RestaurantSahtein
18b Argyle Street, The Rocks
Sip a za'atar martini and feast on charcoal-grilled Lebanese favourites at this Beirut-inspired restaurant in The Rocks.
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CafeTOUCH WOOD
1B Bridge Road, Glebe
Sydney Fish Market's sun-washed all-day spot reimagines brunch classics with a seafood focus.
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RestaurantBronte Road Fish
280-282 Bronte Rd, Waverley
Bronte Road Bistro has traded the streak frites and duck à l'orange for tuna smash burgers, silky soft serve and margarita slushies.
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NewsMuch-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.
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NewsWhere 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.
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NewsGelato Messina Has Released a Limited-Edition Line of Gourmet Drumsticks
You'll find them at supermarkets, convenience stories and petrol stations around the country.
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NewsPaperbark Has Launched a New All-Vegan Boozy Brunch
With oyster mushroom burgers, finger lime-topped avo toast and fermented chilli bloody marys.
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GuideThe Ten Best Waterside Bars in Sydney
Summer calls for spritzes by Bondi Beach and a few cold ones overlooking the Harbour.
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NewsBondi 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.
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EventHubfest at The Hub on Hall Street
Sat, 28 Mar - Sun, 29 Mar 2026
The Hub, Hall Street, Bondi Beach
Over one weekend, this gastronomic Bondi precinct is turning into a sun-soaked street party.
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EventGirl Dinner with Katharina Lou
Thu, 26 Mar, 2026
ArmsLength, Potts Point
Slow fashion designer Katharina Lou revives the art of dressing up for a gathering with the girls.
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EventPatricia Piccinini's 'Centrifugal Love Garden' at Passage Gallery
Fri, 6 Mar - Fri, 8 May 2026
Passage Gallery, Haymarket
On display around-the-clock, this acclaimed artist's latest work spins organoids, penguins and possibility into a vision of a symbiotic future.
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EventIngenia Holiday Parks Sydney Family Easter Show
Thu, 2 Apr - Sun, 19 Apr 2026
Entertainment Quarter, Moore Park
With affordable tickets and a huge Easter egg hunt, the Ingenia Holiday Parks Sydney Family Easter Show has your school holiday plans sorted.
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EventData Dreams: Art and AI at MCA Australia
Fri, 21 Nov 2025 - Mon, 27 Apr 2026
MCA, Sydney
Now on at MCA Australia, Data Dreams unites ten international artists in a major Sydney-only exhibition, examining how artificial intelligence is transforming the way we live, think and create.
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EventSydney Symphony Presents Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone In Concert
Wed, 2 Dec - Sat, 5 Dec 2026
Concert Hall, Sydney
Step back in time to the beginning of an iconic franchise, brought to life by the Sydney Symphony Orchestra.
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EventPOOL by Pier One and Business & Pleasure Co
Thu, 19 Feb - Thu, 30 Apr 2026
Pier One Sydney Harbour, Walsh Bay
Live it up by Sydney Harbour, as this pop-up pontoon and swimming pool evokes the sun-drenched beach clubs of Europe.
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EventPeking Duk at Hordern Pavilion
Fri, 15 May, 2026
Hordern Pavilion, Moore Park
This roof-raising duo are gearing up for their biggest performance in seven years, complete with a debut live show and future-forward visuals.
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EventMitski for Vivid LIVE at Sydney Opera House
Fri, 29 May - Mon, 1 Jun 2026
Sydney Opera House, Sydney
Returning to Australia after seven long years, indie icon Mitski will take over our most legendary music venue for a run of four exclusive shows.
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EventDMA's 'Hills End' 10th Anniversary Show at Metro Theatre
Fri, 27 Mar, 2026
Metro Theatre, Sydney
Ten years on, this Sydney-born trio returns home to play their landmark debut album in full — plus a stack of deep cuts.
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NewsHot 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.
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News4 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.
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GuideSydney's Most Popular Restaurants of 2018
The new openings and old favourites you flocked to this year.
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NewsCondimental Is Australia's New Curated Delivery Service for Pickles, Preserves and Sauces
Delivering a seasonal, limited-edition batch of condiments to your door.
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NewsWe'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.
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GuideNine 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.
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NewsAlberto 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.
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NewsPalm 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.
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NewsThe 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.
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NewsFive Foods to Pair With Your Favourite Celebratory Drinks
The sips to pair with all your festive feeds — from the prawns to the roast.
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NewsMelbourne Cafe Napier Quarter Is Phasing Out Takeaway Coffee
It's doing the environment a solid — and trying to get you to enjoy your cuppa.
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NewsRosenbaum 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.
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NewsAnnouncing Concrete Playground's Best of 2018 Sydney Award Winners
The very best new Sydney bars, restaurants, cafes, pubs, events and spaces of the year.
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NewsTayim 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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NewsTotti's Is Bondi's New Italian Eatery from Two Top Sydney Chefs and Merivale
It's opening inside The Royal this Friday with Pinbone's Mike Eggert and Rockpool's Khan Danis at the helm.
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NewsGelato Messina Is Delivering Free Choc Tops to Beaches Across Sydney Via Speedboat
All you need to do is flag down the speedboat and wade out to get your frozen treat.
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NewsBondi's Much-Loved Israeli Cafe Shuk Has Opened on the Lower North Shore
And it's opening a third spot in Elizabeth Bay in the New Year.
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NewsGelatissimo's Boozy Frosé Sorbet Has Arrived to Cool Down Your Summer
The frosty sweet treat combines Chandon Sparkling Brut Rosé and strawberries — and it's only available this month.
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NewsYou Can Now Get Food Delivered Straight to Your Beach Towel Thanks to Deliveroo
Next time hunger hits while you're basking in the sun with a book, you won't need to move.
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NewsDoughnut Time's Comeback Has Started with the Opening of Two New Brisbane Stores
It's also opening two Gold Coast spots and three Melbourne stores before the end of 2018.
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NewsSydney Has a New Hidden Pop-Up Bar Dedicated to Highballs
It's out to bridge the gap between mixed drinks and complicated cocktails.
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NewsGelato Messina Has Dropped a New Line of Its Famed Cakes Just In Time for Summer
The gelato experts have unveiled eight new creations for you to sink your sweet tooth into this party season.
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NewsThe Vicar Is The Hills' Huge New Eatery By Award-Winning Australian Bartenders and Designers
When complete, it'll include two restaurants, a wine bar, an outdoor barbecue and a drive-through bottle shop.
