I came here with my uni friend and her wife for a catch up dinner when I was back in Sydney. I'd…read morenever heard of it but they live in Chippendale and recommended it. My friend's wife and I are both vegetarian so I knew they were guaranteed to have a reasonable number of options. Note: not really anything here for vegans. My first impression of the restaurant was that it was absolutely huge - high ceilings, a lot of space between tables and very open plan. The tables were low, long wood - really chic, sturdy and comfortable. Our waitress was excellent, very professional and attentive. It was a nice surprised as I'm not used to being 'served' in restaurants the same way I am in North America. Australia doesn't have a tipping culture so often service is lacklustre depending on the individual. Definitely not the case here. After perusing the menu for a while we decided to share the truffle pizza, potatos, squash, broccolini and beet/goat cheese salad. Everything was delicious and really decent portions. My favourites were the potatos and the broccolini but everything was good. I was definitely satisfied - could barely finish and no room for dessert. It came out at around $30pp. We didn't order alcohol or dessert but got sparking water, they offer it unlimited for $5. Really good value for a such a nice dining experience. I'd be happy to visit again.

Amazing! Came here…read morewith a few foodie friends to celebrate my birthday and it was sensational! Arrived just around 6pm on a Sunday and it wasn't too busy yet. The interior for this place somewhat reminds me of New York! High ceilings with an open kitchen that extends for most of the length of the restaurant. Still or sparking water is $2 per person either way so go for the sparkling and get some fizz in your life! ;) Items we ordered form the snacks section were: -Squid ink crackers, trout roe, cucumber $8 -English breakfast tea & toast, wild mushroom tea, gentlemens relish and bone marrow toast (for two) $14 -Tongue and cheek croquettes, picallilli $15 -'Social dog' pork and fennel sausage, green apple, black pudding, cheddar, mustard $15 From the vegetables: -Kale, chilli, garlic, corella pear, bottarga $15 From the raw & cured: -Tataki hiramasa, kingfish, dill, kahlrabi, togorashi $19 - Grass fed veal tartar, egg yolk jam, radish salad with sourdough $19 From the sourdough flatbreads: -QLD blue pumpkin, oyster & portabella mushrooms, blue cheese, walnut $16 -Lartisan 'mountain man' washed rind, white onion, smoked potato, bacon thyme $16 All this was to share among four people. All dishes were small to med servings so we got to sample everything! Loved everything that was brought out to the table. The english breakfast tea for two come out on a stand which you got to pour the mushroom tea into little tea cups - very nice. Service was excellent and very attentive. We all agreed that we would indeed be back as everything was spectacular!

Delightful spot on Manly beach. It's very pretty inside, with ceiling to floor windows showcasing a…read morespectacular view of the ocean. I highly recommend their affogato!

Our tour guide and countless Redditors said to eat at The Pantry when in Manly. That said, it is a…read morepopular spot and with the restaurant being on the smaller end, it's best to make a reservation. We were lucky to secure a booking for 1:00P on the day of. Their menu is considered modern Australian with an Italian flair, which is an interesting fusion of cuisines. They have tapas, entrees (appetizer size), mains (larger portions) and sides, which can be shared amongst the table or paired with a main to make for a more filling meal. + GRILLED TASMANIAN OCTOPUS (A$28): The four of us shared this and it turned out to be a tantalizing appetizer! Three meaty tentacles and one flat piece were served on top of n'duja (spreadable pork sausage) with pipes of lime confit on the side. This was my first time having n'duja, which had a smoky flavor from Calabrian chilis that paired well with the grilled taste of the tender octopus. The lime brightened up the dish with citrusy notes. + SEAWEED PRAWN PILLOWS (A$22): While tasty, if I tasted these blindly, I probably wouldn't think of shrimp and seaweed being the two main ingredients. The shrimp and seaweed were finely minced and made into a batter which was then fried into a fritter. They were crispy and light with a soft mochi-like texture inside. Salt on the plate enhanced the flavor even more. + SNAPPER FILLET (A$44): The snapper was delicate, moist and had a wonderfully seared skin. It came topped with a few zucchini blossoms, but that was the extent of the dish, so I'd recommend ordering a side with this. It was placed on a pool of creamy white sauce (which may have incorporated Jerusalem artichoke as noted on the menu) and dollops of black garlic sauce came on top. Unfortunately, I didn't care for the black garlic which had a very earthy flavor that I found too strong and off-putting for the mild fish. The four of us shared a side of BROCCOLINI (A$14) which was a great pairing with all of our mains. It tasted super fresh since the stems still had a nice snap to them. They were simply tossed with extra virgin olive oil, sliced almonds and chili for a hint of heat. My dad enjoyed their spatchcocked chicken and my sister was happy with her sirloin steak. The steak was cooked more than the medium that she requested, but it was still delicious and had a zesty salsa verde. Overall, we had a lovely lunch here. Our meals were wholesome and I could tell that everything was fresh and of pristine quality. This restaurant is right on the beach, so we enjoyed a direct view of the water, giving this spot a beachy vibe with casual elegance.

I LOVE this place. Been a few times before and I am never disappointed…read more Tonight my friend and I shared the buffalo mozzarella and tomatoes with olive oil and basil. Fresh and tasty, and a generous serve. I ordered the fillet steak which came served with. spinach, mushrooms, speck and a creamy sauce. The steak was medium - Cooked to perfection! My friend had the lamb shoulder which also looked delicious and she loved it. Luckily neither of us had had much to eat today so we could fit dessert in. she had the chocolate sable with caramel and I had the pina colada mess which was a fresh tasting meringue with pineapple, passion fruit and tasted incredible. overall everything was delicious, huge servings and lovely wait staff. It's a small venue and the menus don't change That much. I recommend r visiting but make sure you book xx

My partner and I came across this place while looking for a spot of lunch. It was a warm day but…read morethe interior of the restaurant appeared cold... or maybe is was just the sighting of folded blankets resting over chairs which made me think that... I'm not too sure now. However any thoughts of a cold building were quickly dismissed with the warm welcoming we received from the waitress. Before long my partner and I were ordering, one Pulled Pork burger and one Double Beef burger. Our meals were served on cute wooden slabs. Our fries, encased in miniature fry baskets, were perfectly seasoned. The dipping sauces were rich and creamy and left us begging for more. To say our burgers were delicious is an understatement. The meat was succulent and full flavoured. The buns were light with just that tiny touch of sweetness you want from freshly baked food. This was one meal we didn't want to end.

$9.80 for a single bottle of tapped gas water - like sodastream style - is simply disgusting. It…read moreisnt even Voss water. Blown away at that simple fact. The staff are unwelcoming and rude. But this may also be because there wasnt one person in there that could hold a conversation in English sadly. Wont be going back ever again! Note: most restaurants/cafes charge $4 per person for tapped sparkling water and its an all-you-can-drink system. Charging $10 per bottle is just rude. You are re-using bottles and using tap water... I dont see where you get off charging this price.

Great food and attentive staff. My husband and I stopped in here for dinner one night and we each…read moreenjoyed our meal. He had the chicken and I had the steak with ox tail croquette. I thought that the croquette was the weakest part of the meal and it wasn't bad, just not phenomenal. The staff were friendly and attentive. They even suggested some attractions to see in the area. I hope to be back before we leave!

Great cafe in North Bondi…read more All the healthy eats and drinks - def DO. And directly across the street from the beach, showers and loos. Get: pea pancakes, green drink and turmeric latte. Kind service and excellent ambiance.

The smash n hash was absolutely delicious!! It has a potato rosti, porched egg, hollandaise,…read moreyucatan onion, house relish, sauteed greens with either bacon, salmon or haloumi (yes I copy and pasted from the menu because it's a lot to type). Every piece was delicious - loved the relish, greens, onion, egg/potato and I got it with the halloumi which was delicious. The service was also great - had a tall, lumberjack of guy with long curly blonde hair - he was terrific !

the place was fairly quiet and very clean. the service was great, the servers were top notch. the…read morefood and portions were very good. sat outside and was entertained by the passersby.

Really popular place. They have street seating and indoor. The only thing available when we went…read morewithout waiting was inside. Inside wasn't bad, the table was big and the chairs comfortable. We were waited on immediately. Servers fly around like dancers, it's actually pretty impressive. Our food arrived in no time. My wife had fish and chips and I had lamb and rosemary pie. She enjoyed her meal. Mine was different than I've had before. It was still ok but I wouldn't order it again. Others would probably like it, it just wasn't for me. We didn't have any dessert but as you walk in the door they have some wonderful looking pies and cakes. Do yourself a favor and save room for one of those. I messed up and didn't try something. This is actually a really cool restaurant that I would like to try again. I wouldn't let one dish that didn't hit my taste buds keep me away.

The view is impressive - feels like you are in a fishbowl/cruise ship if you are seated upstairs…read more The night we dined there literally was a Celebrity ship docked next to us for part of our meal and when they left we were able to see the full view and fireworks. We walked from Sydney Opera House and we found it hard to find with the address given, check the reservation and enter through the cruise port or up the stairs from Campbells Cove. Food was expectedly upscale and refined. Only a few of the courses wowed us and the rest were good. Come here more for the experience and ambiance. If you are celebrating something they will provide a complimentary dessert.

Quay was, without a doubt, our favorite of the three fine-dining restaurants we visited on our…read morerecent trip to Australia across Sydney and Melbourne; all were awarded three hats with scores of 18-19 on the Australian Good Food Guide. We had walked to Quay from our hotel by Circular Quay. Despite the rainy weather, it was an enjoyable stroll. We particularly enjoyed the view of the barracks and the bridge leading up to the restaurant. The restaurant itself was modern and beautiful designed. We were seated at a table looking out towards the Sydney Opera House. We came here to celebrate my hubby's birthday, and it was nice that several amongst the staff wished him a happy birthday. I also appreciated their confirmation of our dietary restrictions and had planned our courses accordingly. Service throughout the meal was comfortable and the pace between courses were well-timed. We enjoyed all the courses. The Marron course and the alternative I received for the abalone course (I'm sadly allergic to abalone) were particularly memorable. Every fine-dining restaurant had a Marron course, and Quay's was a step above the rest. The same goes for the experience: good food and experienced staff made for a well-rounded, delightful evening!

Lunch at Glebe Point Diner is flawless…read more I've long been hearing rave reviews about this restaurant and finally made it there recently for lunch with my family. The dining room itself was a lot more casual than expected, but modern and inviting nonetheless with green leather banquettes, high ceilings and an open kitchen. Service was efficient yet friendly, our waitress describing their specials in detail and encouraging a shared starter of twice-baked gruyere soufflé with rocket side salad (great tip!). Main courses were just as delicious - I sampled a grilled snapper fillet atop finely sliced fennel, sautéed down into a slightly sweet yet aniseed sauce with fresh peas and baby steamed clams, while the scotch fillet also came to the table smothered in creamy caramelised onion, a million layered potato galette and well-seasoned witled silverbeet. Dessert was simple but offered pretty generous portion sizes - we tried the rhubarb frangipane tart and chocolate parfait with macerated strawberries - but I liked that their menu also offered petit fours at $2.50 a pop if you only felt like a little mouthful of something sweet (the spiced marshmallow, a particularly tempting offer).

The staff at this lovely little establishment are not only unobtrusively efficient, they give new…read moremeaning to the term hospitality. The food does not disappoint, with the finest and freshest ingredients being used in an eclectic fusion of flavours. The gnocchi, spun so light, it melted onto the tongue, left a smouldering film of deliciousness. The special, a corned beef sandwich, was a unique take on what is in my estimation only ever attainable in New York or some of the eastern states of America and was a delectable surprise! Desert, accompanied by perfect coffees, was the perfect end, to a seamlessly delicious meal.