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A photo of Pony Dining The Rocks restaurant
1. Pony Dining The Rocks
4.6
Exceptional(118)
Price: Expensive
• Steakhouse • The Rocks
Booked 16 times today
Pony’s executive chef and team are the masters of the wood fire grill, producing contemporary and modern Australian dishes of the season’s freshest produce since its opening in 2006. In an open kitchen where Exec Chef Neil Nolan enjoys a chat with our guests, the Argentinian grill fuelled by iron bark takes dominance with the menu created around this masterpiece. Pony is located in Sydney’s oldest cobblestone laneway within the historic and bustling dining precinct of The Rocks offering inside and outside seating. Our carefully crafted boutique selection of wines and delicious cocktail list complements our a la carte and group menus.
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2. MATKIM
4.7
Exceptional(25)
Price: Very Expensive
• Korean • Sydney CBD
Matkim is short for “Mat kim” (Entrust) “Cha rim” (Table) which is Omakase in KoreanMatkim is a Korean BBQ Chef’s table like you have never experienced before. The finest cuts of meat are daily sourced, prepared by the hands of our butchers, perfectly aged and served with the finest ingredients to match.
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3. Zushi - Barangaroo
4.6
Exceptional(1593)
Price: Expensive
• Japanese • Barangaroo
Booked 68 times today
At the edge of the CBD, in the spectacular 22-hectare waterfront precinct where an old container terminal once stood, discerning foodies can now find some of the city’s best sushi in Barangaroo. Established in 2016, the newest addition to the Zushi restaurant empire is in Sydney’s impressive new harbour foreshore playground. Zushi Barangaroo is both stylish and comfortable, capturing the relaxed style of a typical Japanese bar or izakaya designed by the renowned architect Koichi Takada. We offer premium service complimented with a wide selection of imported beers, Japanese inspired cocktails, and Japanese sake and whisky.Zushi prides itself on using only carefully sourced local ingredients; the freshest vegetables and sustainable seafood where possible and most of the menu is gluten-free. We are open every day for lunch and dinner, serving delectable sushi, sashimi and share plates. And the glorious harbour views are pretty tasty too.
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4. Icebergs Dining Room and Bar
4.4
Awesome(96)
Price: Very Expensive
• Modern Australian • Bondi
Booked 45 times today
Icebergs Dining Room and Bar is about the ocean, the beach, the sky, it's about Sydney.With an ever evolving menu focused on modern Italian cuisine and celebrating seasonal produce, the intimate and elegant Dining Room is the beating heart of Icebergs Dining Room and Bar.Arranged to take in the famous view of Bondi by day or night, it makes an unforgettable backdrop to a menu inspired by Maurice Terzini’s Italian heritage. The menu is designed to give you a seasonally changing opportunity to sample dishes that reflect the depth of Italian cuisine, created with Australia's best produce.For reservations of up to 9 people, our Dining Room offers a Fixed Price Choice Set Menu at $130pp for 2 courses and $155pp for 3 courses.For reservations of 10 guests and above we serve a selection of Feasting Menus, don't hesitate to contact our Event Coordinator at reservations@idrb.com should you wish to enquire.
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5. Margaret
4.7
Exceptional(770)
Price: Very Expensive
• Modern Australian • Double Bay
Booked 77 times today
Margaret is a neighbourhood restaurant at its core, but it’s also evolved into something more than that. It’s about comfort, generosity, and cosiness.At Margaret, we work with the best quality produce that Australia has to offer. Chef Neil Perry AM has spent years developing relationships with some of the best suppliers in the country. We are predominantly a seafood restaurant and are very fortunate to receive our seafood direct from our fishermen, caught sustainably and dry filleted here onsite at Margaret, so we can ensure that all that love and care our wonderful fisherman have taken is seen all the way through. The menu at Margaret is diverse and inspired by all the flavours that Neil has been collecting over his 45+ years in the industry. Margaret
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6. Song Bird
4.4
Awesome(254)
Price: Very Expensive
• Chinese • Double Bay
Booked 36 times today
Song Bird is open 7 nights. Lunch Friday to Sunday. Song Bird by chef Neil Perry AM offers a superlative culinary experience that blends the delicate flavours of Cantonese cuisine with the warmth and fragrance of traditional Chinese cooking. Reflecting Perry’s profound appreciation for Chinese culinary traditions, Song Bird’s menu is designed for sharing and is a testament to Perry’s commitment to cooking with fresh, locally-sourced premium produce.Situated in Sydney’s Double Bay and set over three levels, Song Bird exudes a sophisticated yet welcoming ambience. Housed in the heritage-listed 1960’s masterpiece ‘Gaden House’, designed by architect the late Neville Gruzman, Song Bird's interior immerses guests in contemporary elegance with a subtle nod to Chinese sensibilities. Neil Perry AM is one of Australia’s leading and most influential chefs. He has been the Food, Beverage & Service Director at QANTAS for 25+years, creating one of the best dining experiences in the sky.
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7. Tokyo Bird
4.6
Exceptional(603)
Price: Moderate
• Japanese • Surry Hills
Booked 13 times today
Tokyo Bird is a Japanese inspired small bar located in Belmore Lane, Surry Hills, serving Japanese whisky and beer, cocktails, sake and yakitori – chicken and other delicious morsels on skewers, grilled Japanese style.Tokyo Bird combines the best of Tokyo’s yakitori-ya and izakaya with classic cocktail bars in an intimate Sydney laneway small bar. We look forward to welcoming you to Tokyo Bird!
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8. Bobbie's
4.3
Awesome(34)
Price: Moderate
• Speakeasy • Double Bay
Booked 8 times today
Bobbie's is a New York-inspired cocktail bar. Walk-ins welcome or make a reservation. At Bobbie's it's all about mid-century furnishings, plush velvet, great music, world-class cocktails and bar food curated by Neil Perry.In partnership with Linden Pride of the renowned Dante, New York, Bobbie’s has the underground energy of a New York style cocktail bar with the refined, sophisticated flair of a Neil Perry institution. It’s about keeping things in the family: when Linden was 17, he was polishing glasses at Neil’s Rockpool restaurant. In a full-circle moment, they’ve come together to showcase their passion for produce-driven experiences.Located in the basement of 24 Bay St, Double Bay, the same Neville Gruzman-designed heritage building as Neil’s Song Bird restaurant, Bobbie’s was named after Linden’s grandfather, the legendary radio broadcaster Bob Rogers, who mingled with the likes of the Beatles and the Rolling Stones in their heyday.
A photo of Lankan Filling Station restaurant
9. Lankan Filling Station
4.8
Exceptional(90)
Price: Moderate
• Sri Lankan • Darlinghurst
Booked 10 times today
## Lankan Filling Station: A Taste of Sri Lanka in the Heart of Sydney Lankan Filling Station is a vibrant and bustling restaurant in Darlinghurst, offering a taste of authentic Sri Lankan cuisine. The menu features a variety of traditional dishes, from spicy curries and fragrant rice to flaky roti and sweet love cake. The restaurant's atmosphere is warm and inviting, with cool neon lighting and a spice-fragrant scent. The staff are friendly and knowledgeable, and they're happy to help you choose the perfect dish. Whether you're a seasoned Sri Lankan food lover or a curious newcomer, Lankan Filling Station is the perfect place to experience the rich flavors of this unique cuisine. Come and share a meal with friends and family, and let the vibrant atmosphere and delicious food transport you to the heart of Sri Lanka.
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10. Spiced
4.0
Excellent(36)
Price: Moderate
• Indian • Barangaroo
Booked 2 times today
A long history in fine Indian cuisine. For over 25 years, we have catered for well travelled internationals and local foodies alike. A restaurant designed to provide healthy and tasty Indian food in a homemade style. Now, at the Barangaroo, Spiced brings classical North Indian cuisine to the Sydney CBD.Our curated team of chefs excel at highlighting the complexity and depth of flavours associated with fine Indian food. We showcase inventive Indian dishes by complementing powerful flavours and traditions from India with local ingredients and techniques.

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