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.
- Cuisine: Australian
- Average Main Course Price: $68
- Neighborhood: The Rocks
Local Expert Tip: "Sea pearls are a speciality and should not be missed!"
based on 72 TripAdvisor Traveler Reviews
Nestled alongside other stylishly subdued wharf incarnations. Glowing candlelight and waterfront dining add... Read more »
Serenely set with tables stretching into the park, Bodhi has had several past incarnations but now there is... Read more »
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 »
- 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."
- Cuisine: European, Italian
- Average Main Course Price: $45
- Neighborhood: Bondi Beach
based on 105 TripAdvisor Traveler Reviews
Situated above the Icebergs swimming pool on Bondi Beach, this bar and restaurant allow sensational views... Read more »
- Cuisine: Australian, Seafood
- Average Main Course Price: $22
- Neighborhood: Inner City
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 »
- Cuisine: Australian, Seafood
- Average Main Course Price: $43
- Neighborhood: Inner City
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 »
- Cuisine: Australian
- Average Main Course Price: $145
- Neighborhood: Central Business District
based on 89 TripAdvisor Traveler Reviews
Visiting celebrities and Sydney's own notables are known to frequent this exclusive restaurant. Perfect for... Read more »
- Cuisine: Asian, European, French, Japanese
- Average Main Course Price: $200
- Neighborhood: Central Business District
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 »












