Renate Ruge

By Renate Ruge, Local Expert, Sydney
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Out of all the restaurants in a city, 10Best narrows the options to those places with the most appeal and the best reputations. We offer carefully vetted selections to let you explore Sydney dining on your own. If time is really tight, though, and you don't have the leisure to look through all our offerings, we present our Sydney Best Restaurants list. Here, we distill the best businesses down to a special selection of ten. These places promise a stellar experience and a taste of the city that you just can't miss.

  • 1

    Quay

    • Cuisine: Australian
    • Average Main Course Price: $68
    • Neighborhood: The Rocks

    Local Expert Tip: "Sea pearls are a speciality and should not be missed!"

     
  • 2

    Otto

    • Cuisine: European, Italian
    • Average Main Course Price: $35
    • Neighborhood: Inner City
    4

    based on 72 TripAdvisor Traveler Reviews

    Nestled alongside other stylishly subdued wharf incarnations. Glowing candlelight and waterfront dining add...  Read more »

     
  • 3

    Bodhi in the Park

    • Cuisine: Asian, Chinese
    • Average Main Course Price: $20
    • Neighborhood: Central Business District

    Serenely set with tables stretching into the park, Bodhi has had several past incarnations but now there is...  Read more »

     
  • 4

    Bistrode

    • Cuisine: European, French
    • Average Main Course Price: $36
    • Neighborhood: Surry Hills
    4

    based on 10 TripAdvisor Traveler Reviews

    Housed in an old butcher shop, reflected in the meaty menu, minimal decor and the metal lights, Bistrode is...  Read more »

     
  • 5

    Atholl Hall Cafe

    • Cuisine: Australian
    • Average Main Course Price: $27
    • Neighborhood: Mosman

    Local Expert Tip: "Head here on the ferry, stay late and watch the sunset on the balcony with dessert. Wrap up in one of the pashminas, elegantly available."

     
  • 6

    Icebergs

    4

    based on 105 TripAdvisor Traveler Reviews

    Situated above the Icebergs swimming pool on Bondi Beach, this bar and restaurant allow sensational views...  Read more »

     
  • 7

    Mohr Fish

    • Cuisine: Australian, Seafood
    • Average Main Course Price: $22
    • Neighborhood: Inner City
    4

    based on 20 TripAdvisor Traveler Reviews

    With only a stainless steel bar and four tables inside, this popular seafood restaurant usually has a wait...  Read more »

     
  • 8

    Manta

    • Cuisine: Australian, Seafood
    • Average Main Course Price: $43
    • Neighborhood: Inner City
    5

    based on 26 TripAdvisor Traveler Reviews

    With a beautiful view of the water, this restaurant's simple, elegant interior provides a certain romantic...  Read more »

     
  • 9

    Rockpool

    • Cuisine: Australian
    • Average Main Course Price: $145
    • Neighborhood: Central Business District
    4

    based on 89 TripAdvisor Traveler Reviews

    Visiting celebrities and Sydney's own notables are known to frequent this exclusive restaurant. Perfect for...  Read more »

     
  • 10

    Tetsuya's

    4

    based on 266 TripAdvisor Traveler Reviews

    The jewel in Sydney's culinary crown, this fusion restaurant combines Japanese and French flavors in unique...  Read more »