Best Casual Restaurants in Forest Lodge

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303 restaurants available nearby

1. Osaka Trading Co.

4.8

Exceptional(345)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Japanese • Glebe

Booked 1 time today

Located at the Tramsheds food precinct in Forest Lodge, Osaka Trading Co. focuses on modern Japanese and ramen. The restaurant’s bar offers house and classic cocktails, Japanese beers and sake, wine, and Japanese and Scotch whiskies.Our lunch menu comprises ramen and donburi rice bowls from 11.30am with an all day menu available until dinner from 5:30pm - 9:30pm with a larger a la carte menu.Osaka Trading Co. is a modern Japanese restaurant & bar from the owner-operators of Surry Hills small bar Tokyo Bird and Haymarket cocktail bar Banchō.

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2. Burwood Rengaya Casual Dining

4.7

Exceptional(322)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Yakiniku • Burwood

Booked 17 times today

We are a Japanese Yakiniku restaurant in Burwood, serving high quality wagyu and sake.We are located in a centre of Burwood. It is very close to bus stop and train station, and also this building has a 1 hour 30 minutes free parking. Easy access for the customers.We have more than 25 years of experiences of Japanese Yakiniku in Sydney. We provide our customers with a great Wagyu experience and fun.

3. Pellegrino 2000

4.7

Exceptional(1063)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Italian • Surry Hills

Booked 54 times today

A busy neighbourhood trattoria & wine bar in Surry Hills.

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4. The Grounds Coffee Factory

4.4

Awesome(159)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Australian • Eveleigh

Booked 73 times today

A story 10 years in the making, The Roastery is an experiential café unlike any other, a love letter to coffee and the memorable moments it creates. Housed within the historic Locomotive Workshops of South Eveleigh, The Roastery pays homage to its industrial past while providing an unforgettable experience for coffee lovers everywhere, letting you enjoy your brew amongst the very machinery that makes it possible.

A photo of The Grounds of the City restaurant

5. The Grounds of the City

4.3

Awesome(3640)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Modern Australian • Sydney CBD

Booked 87 times today

The Grounds of the City, the second outpost from the team behind The Grounds of Alexandria, is bringing soul back to the CBD with old-school service and charm. Located in the heart of the CBD and bustling with activity, The Grounds of the City is tailor-made for a marvellous time; no matter the occasion. Start your day right as our baristas expertly serve up The Grounds house-roasted espresso and filter coffees, or end it in the best possible way and cosy in with our selection of cocktails and a dinner menu that features something for everyone. You’ll find our coffee sommelier at The Barista’s Bar ready to take you through a tailored coffee experience, and our tea lady roaming the room with a trolley adorned with fresh coffee, our selection of ethically sourced teas and cakes.

6. Roast Republic

4.7

Exceptional(88)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• American • Sydney CBD

Booked 4 times today

Welcome to Roast Republic, where we bring the authentic flavours of American BBQ to Clarence Street Sydney, inspired by the rich culinary tradition originating in the Southern United States.Our Beef short ribs, USA Pork & Lamb ribs a quintessential part of American cuisine are applied two culinary pillars that are the key to unlocking a symphony of flavors. The art of the dry rub and homemade BBQ sauce that is bold, layered and unique. These essential components infuse the meat with layers of complexity and adding a punch of flavor in every bite, then slow cooked, and enjoyed as a delicious communal dining experience. Experience true American BBQ flavours with our signature boards perfectly crafted to share as a delicious communal dining experience. Whether you're craving classic comfort food or looking to indulge in savory Southern favourites, our menu has something for everyone. Join us at Roast Republic for family-style servings and experience comfort food of American BBQ.

7. The Potting Shed

4.4

Awesome(3872)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Modern Australian • Alexandria

Booked 52 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!

8. Cartel

4.5

Awesome(17)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• South American • Chippendale

Booked 13 times today

Begin your journey through Latin America, one dish at a time.Latin American cuisine is immensely varied, with a dish for every climate and occasion. With dishes inspired by Latin America’s rich cultural history, each plate brings with it a unique set of flavours. From Peruvian ceviche to Argentinian sirloin and, of course, tapas and tacos.Cartel is the perfect place to enjoy a night out with friends over delicious food and Latin American themed cocktails.

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9. love.fish - Barangaroo

4.5

Awesome(1854)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Seafood • Barangaroo

Booked 25 times today

How many restaurants offer premium Australian seafood and waterfront dining at an everyday price point? love.fish is a casual Australian seafood restaurant located on the waterfront in harbour-side Sydney. Now in its thirteenth year, the love.fish Barangaroo restaurant takes Sydney seafood and our founders passion for authentic, accessible seafood dining to the next level. With a 17 metre harbour frontage and 175 seats, we offer a wider selection of Australia’s best locally-sourced oysters, raw fish, whole fish, platters, and crustaceans. All in a world-class waterfront location with the soul and values of a family owned restaurant. Our Barangaroo restaurant offers the provenance and quality of Australian seafood in a relaxed waterfront setting. We’re all about sustainable, local seafood that doesn’t cost the earth, because it doesn’t need to!

10. THE DOLAR SHOP

4.8

Exceptional(34)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Chinese • Haymarket

Booked 28 times today

The Dolar Shop Hot Pot story began in Las Vegas of the East; Macau! Our name “Dolar” comes from a Chinese term embodying the people’s willingness to work hard to gather prosperity, fortune, and never turning down any opportunities! What about "Shop"? We are artisans in our workshop and our craft is hot pot. When guests come dine with us in The Dolar Shop be prepared to indulge in our delectable house made ingredients!

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OpenTable DinerVIP
London •5 reviews
4.0
Dined 1 day ago
The food and service were excellent. The restaurant was very noisy - hard to hear the wait staff or hold a conversation.
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The Grounds of the CityPrice: Moderate• Modern Australian• Sydney CBD
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4.3
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OpenTable Diner
Brighton •1 review
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
Such a lovely exsperience here, great vibe, great food, great place 10/10
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The Grounds Coffee FactoryPrice: Moderate• Australian• Eveleigh
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4.4
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Aileen
Sydney •1 review
5.0
Dined on Mar 4, 2025
The food and service was amazing, I had my birthday dinner there and they were so accommodating and friendly. I highly recommend their Focaccia e burro and Prosciutto e burrata and their Pappardelle al Pomodoro, definitely will be going back.
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Pellegrino 2000Price: Expensive• Italian• Surry Hills
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4.7
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DionneVIP
Sydney •5 reviews
5.0
Dined on Mar 1, 2025
Our server remembered us from our last visit. The food was great. We’ll be back.
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Osaka Trading Co.Price: Expensive• Japanese• Glebe
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4.8
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Linda
Sydney •1 review
5.0
Dined on Feb 15, 2025
I got thr premium buffet on a Saturday night, so it was very busy but the service was quick and amazing, This is my second time coming here, first time was OMG Amazing ..!! Like had to be my fav Jap all you can eat.. meat was soft juicy and amazing.. i highly rated it.. But sadly second time I came i was a little disappointed.. wagyu was a little chewy, beef tongue was frozen, but overall I was still happy with it, but not sure now if I'll come back especially for the premium price.
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Burwood Rengaya Casual DiningPrice: Expensive• Yakiniku• Burwood
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4.7

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