Best Restaurants for Birthdays in Banksia

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BaysideBondi AreaEastern SuburbsInner SouthInner South WestInner West

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AbbotsfordAlexandriaAnnandaleBankstownBarangarooBondi Beach

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CharmingDog-friendlyFancyGood for business mealsGood for groupsGood for special occasions

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Gender-neutral restroomWheelchair access

55 restaurants available nearby

1. The Potting Shed

4.4

Awesome(3872)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Modern Australian • Alexandria

Booked 180 times today

The Potting Shed is a place to meet, eat, drink, relax and chat your day and night away – where hanging plants, terracotta pots and timber beams meet brass, brick and iron. Where you can plant yourself down on the swing seat, bench or at the bar and feel like you are on your family’s porch.It’s a lively place where you can hoe into fresh, locally harvested produce, delivered by our shed-hands. The same hands that will deliver you good-natured banter, craft beers on tap, great tasting wines and unique cocktails.The menu offers cozy share options for groups, three course substantial meal choices for those wanting to make an evening of it and a fun selection of nibbles for people wanting a light after-work snack with their cocktails or a share jug amongst friends.Plus, enjoy exclusive after-dark access to The Grounds of Alexandria's latest laneway attractions when you dine in!

A photo of Above 8 bar & dining restaurant

2. Above 8 bar & dining

4.6

Exceptional(94)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Dining Bar • Hurstville

Booked 2 times today

The philosophy behind Above Eight is exceptional taste and sensory experiences, using the exquisite and unusual locally sourced ingredients. The open-air rooftop lounge bar creates conversation through contemporary shared plates and meticulously curated cocktails. Sip in the sunshine through summer and flirt by the fire in winter.

A photo of Osteria di Russo & Russo restaurant

3. Osteria di Russo & Russo

4.8

Exceptional(1206)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Contemporary Italian • Enmore

Booked 14 times today

Enmore's Osteria di Russo & Russo is a favorite among locals and visitors alike for its modern take on classic Italian flavours, served in its warm and charming restaurant. As snacks to start, the fiore di zucchini fried zucchini flower with goat's milk ricotta and lemon aspen and the cannolo filled with a duck liver parfait, date and hazelnuts are sensational selections.Some of Osteria di Russo & Russo's specialty dishes include the saltbush gnocchi with pork sausage ragu and pecorino, the chargrilled beef flank with green garlic, nasturtium and smoked eggplant and the slow cooked freemantle octopus with chickpea, salsa rossa and native bush tomato, as well as vegetarian dishes.Osteria di Russo & Russo's strawberry sorbet, davidson plum meringue and limoncello custard is the perfect dessert with which to finish your meal.

4. Happyfield

4.8

Exceptional(113)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Café • Haberfield

Booked 15 times today

If you live in or around Haberfield, you know full well that diner-style cafe Happyfield makes some of the best pancakes in Sydney. Opened in 2020 by Jesse Orleans and Chris Theodosi, the bright yellow corner cafe serves up amazing food and a genuinely (as the name suggests) happy vibe. Alongside friendly service and menu items like the “McLovin Muffin”, Happyfield is known best for its delicious pancake stacks.

5. La Favola

4.6

Exceptional(567)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Italian • Newtown

Booked 16 times today

Whether you like to play it safe with spaghetti or go crazy with casarecce, you'll find all your favourite pastas, fresh and homemade, at new Italian diner La Favola. Let the carb-loading begin.So who's the master of pasta at La Favola? That would be Italian chef Fabio Stefanelli. Stefanelli's recipe for success is simple — six pastas and six sauces, and patrons can mix and match as they please.So La Favola's Family is committed to producing top quality Italian gastronomy, to the use of authentic ingredients, and to keeping the tradition of Italian culture and hospitality vibrant and passionate.We look forward to serving you!

6. La Botte D'Oro

4.8

Exceptional(156)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Italian • Leichhardt

Booked 6 times today

Authentic Italian Cuisine Since 1977, La Botte D'oro has been combining the best of modern and traditional Italian cooking and service into a tantalising restaurant experience. Come enjoy Nonna's handmade pasta and our wood fired pizzas.

A photo of Mazi - Lantern Club restaurant

7. Mazi - Lantern Club

4.5

Awesome(122)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Australian • Roselands

Booked 19 times today

MàZi is the restaurant that infuses modern Australian dishes with great Mediterranean cuisine. Situated in the heart of Roselands, the warm atmosphere is perfect for any occasion celebrating with family or friends.Our dishes are dedicated to quality, flavour and variety.MàZi uses the finest and freshest ingredients, our masterpieces will tease your taste buds and have you coming back for more. We have something great on our menu to cater for everyone!

8. Snacky Chans

4.8

Exceptional(179)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Creative Japanese • Annandale

Booked 6 times today

Snacky Chans is a sushi train with cocktail bar, yakitori grill, bao burgers, sake, Japanese Whiskey & other interesting food & beverage items.Nestle into a booth, sit at the bar or grab a high table. We have it all for you to experience some fun times. A new and exciting concept, Snacky Chans is well worth the visit. Cool lighting, awesome music & chilled vibes. A great place to hang with friends and eat & drink and have fun.Located on Parramatta Road Annandale

9. Slow Lane Brewing

5.0

Exceptional(5)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Brewery • Mascot

Booked 2 times today

Our Slow Lane Brewery Taproom & Kitchen serves up Neapolitan-style pizzas using our own house made slow-fermented pizza dough. Our bar pours our full range of beers brewed on-site as well as wine, cider, cocktails, spirits and non-alcoholic drinks. We are a family friendly venue with plenty of outdoor seating. Kids and dogs are most welcome. Our venue hosts live music every Sunday afternoon 3-6pm.

10. Clam Bar

4.7

Exceptional(562)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Steak • Sydney CBD

Booked 63 times today

A New York-inspired seafood Grill and steakhouse in the heart of the CBD.

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From verified diners like you

L
Louise
Sydney •1 review
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
Never disappoints. Beautiful, generous food with great hospitality
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Osteria di Russo & RussoPrice: Expensive• Contemporary Italian• Enmore
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4.8
J
Joanna
Sydney •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
Absolutely an Amazing Place!!! Loved it definitely coming back 🤩🤩
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The Potting ShedPrice: Moderate• Modern Australian• Alexandria
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4.4
C
Cazz
Sydney •2 reviews
4.0
Dined 6 days ago
Great vibe.. lovely friendly service.. food was great!
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Above 8 bar & diningPrice: Expensive• Dining Bar• Hurstville
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4.6
C
Christelle
Sydney •3 reviews
5.0
Dined on Feb 23, 2025
Best breakfast in Sydney, we will definitely comeback. Best mcmuffin and hashbrowns. The chipotle sauce reminded me back when i was in the US, so worth it.
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HappyfieldPrice: Moderate• Café• Haberfield
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4.8
M
Marty
Sydney •1 review
5.0
Dined on Feb 21, 2025
Ls Favola is my favourite Italian eatery. Fabio and the team do an amazing job throughout the restaurant. The service, the ambiance and the food are second to none. Amazing experience, every time
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La FavolaPrice: Moderate• Italian• Newtown
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4.6

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