Many will tell you that the long-established local restaurants that people call 'institutions' are never particularly good, but Sushi on Stanley heartily disproves that theory. A Japanese gem nestled in between a swarm of Italian joints, Sushi on Stanley offers fresh, delicious sushi and sashimi, as well as other Japanese classics like teriyaki, udon and much more.

The best part is it's renowned for its low prices, apparently never having upped them to meet Sydney's heartbreakingly expensive standards. The only catch is that Sushi on Stanley often has a crowd out front and little in the way of seating, so you've got to be exceptionally lucky or get there remarkably early.

Image: Trent Van der Jagt.