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1. The Potting Shed
4.4
Awesome(3853)
Price: Moderate
• Modern Australian • Alexandria
Booked 61 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!
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2. Pellegrino 2000
4.7
Exceptional(1050)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • Surry Hills
Booked 69 times today
A busy neighbourhood trattoria & wine bar in Surry Hills.
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3. The Grounds of Alexandria Cafe
4.2
Awesome(2808)
Price: Moderate
• Café • Alexandria
Booked 94 times today
The Cafe food and drinks menu is bursting with fresh flavour, made with the finest quality ingredients and created with The Grounds own grown and locally sourced produce. The Cafe at The Grounds has team of chefs who constantly push the boundaries and reinvents the classics in order to deliver you perfect flavour combinations that will make you want to come back time and time again.NOTE: At The Cafe, to ensure that everyone has an opportunity to dine in, we operate on a walk-in only basis for smaller tables during peak hours. If no tables are available on arrival, we will add you to an electronic waiting list and text you when your table is ready, leaving you free to explore the rest of The Grounds. Rest assured, all groups on the wait list will be able to dine-in on the day.
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4. Lunas
4.7
Exceptional(49)
Price: Expensive
• Portuguese • Petersham
Booked 2 times today
An all day Portuguese diner with a focus on premium ingredients from the team behind Fich@Petersham and Sweet Belem Cake Boutique. Please note: We DO NOT take bookings for breakfast or lunch. Thank you for your understanding.
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5. The Grounds Coffee Factory
4.4
Awesome(144)
Price: Moderate
• Australian • Eveleigh
Booked 82 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.
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6. The Grounds of the City
4.3
Awesome(3645)
Price: Moderate
• Modern Australian • Sydney CBD
Booked 90 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.
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7. Zushi - Surry Hills
4.6
Exceptional(726)
Price: Expensive
• Japanese • Surry Hills
Booked 39 times today
We’re a Modern Japanese restaurant located in Surry Hills. We pride ourselves on serving the best Japanese cuisine in Sydney, prepared by our expert chefs using the freshest local and sustainable ingredients where possible. For those looking for something unique, our Omakase experience is designed to take diners on a culinary journey, highlighting the freshest and most delicious ingredients.We’re your fun neighbourhood Japanese restaurant located on Crown Street in the heart of bustling Surry Hills, Sydney. At Zushi we love our customers and our customers love our relaxed approach, coupled with delicious food, friendly service and dining options in our buzzy restaurant, upstairs mezzanine and open air courtyard. We offer dine in, takeaway, catering and mobile zushi.Zushi is fully licensed and offers an exciting list of cocktails for those who have worked up a thirst. We also love sharing our passion for sake, beer and wines to match your meal.
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8. Glass Brasserie
4.5
Awesome(1879)
Price: Expensive
• Modern Australian • Sydney CBD
Booked 29 times today
Glass Brasserie is an eloquent, lofty restaurant and wine bar with panoramic views overlooking Sydney's historic Queen Victoria Building. Under the culinary guidance of head chef Natalie Murphy, the Glass team dreams up honest, simple culinary experiences that celebrate the finest seasonal produce in imbued flavour.The brasserie-style menu is designed to take guests on a journey, losing themselves in the enclaves of the restaurant's ambiance, flavours and character. Glass boasts one of Sydney's most comprehensive wine lists, curated by Head Sommelier, Mauro Bortolato for almost two decades. The 3,500 strong collection is encased in a striking wine wall that spans floor to ceiling through the space. Designed by renowned interior designer, Tony Chi, the restaurant's interior exudes equal party's intimacy and grandeur with it's ambient open-plan kitchen and expansive day-to-night dining experiences.Located on Level 2, 488 George Street, Sydney.
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9. Gavroche Chippendale
4.9
Exceptional(298)
Price: Expensive
• French • Chippendale
Booked 7 times today
Gavroche Chippendale is your little corner of Paris in the heart of Sydney. It brings not only classic French cuisine to Sydney, but also an accoutrement from the culinary epicentre of the country – like an imposing oakwood entrance from Lyon’s venerable Brasserie Georges, brass-railed banquette seating, oversized carved wooden bar and hand-painted tiled walls for an authentic Parisian experience. Taste your way through our classic Parisian menu by French-born Chef Batiste Gouraud and his team, from escargots de bourgogne, steak frites and canard confit to the classic crème brûlée. With an array of classic dishes that capture the Parisian spirit, and a wine list with a mix of hand-selected French and Australian wines, you’ve got the buzz of Paris in the heart of Sydney!Located inside the heritage-listed historic Old Rum Store located on the bustling Kensington Street in Chippendale. In close proximity to Sydney's Central Station and University of Technology.
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10. THE DOLAR SHOP
4.8
Exceptional(33)
Price: Very Expensive
• Chinese • Haymarket
Booked 30 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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  • Jenny
    Sydney •1 review
    5.0
    Dined today
    Great food. Beautiful interior Fast service Although a loud bunch was placed right next to us when there was a lot of space . Otherwise.. amazing experience. Paris themed garden was spectacular!
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    The Potting ShedPrice: Moderate• Modern Australian• Alexandria
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    4.4
  • Janice
    Sydney •4 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 1 day ago
    Food was delicious, atmosphere was great Service was ok. I felt the wait staff could have been slightly more attentive... noticing that wine glass was empty and offering another - for instance. But overall, a lovely experience.
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    Pellegrino 2000Price: Expensive• Italian• Surry Hills
    •
    4.7
  • Christina
    Sydney •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 1 day ago
    Went to Grounds of Alexandria for brunch with my mum and it was fantastic. The food and drinks were lovely, ambience was buzzing and busy especially for a Monday! The Claris theme displays were stunning and we took so many beautiful photos. Will definitely come back soon :)
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    The Grounds of Alexandria CafePrice: Moderate• Café• Alexandria
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    4.2
  • Michelle
    Sydney •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 4 days ago
    Amazing place!! From the minute you arrive, your waiter/waitress service and meals are absolutely outstanding. Loved the stylish decor and hearing/ watching the coffee beans above. Nice to walk around the buildings and absorb it’s history. A definite must to visit!!
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    The Grounds Coffee FactoryPrice: Moderate• Australian• Eveleigh
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    4.4
  • Natasha
    Canberra •1 review
    5.0
    Dined on Feb 8, 2025
    So amazing to have another option for Portuguese food in Sydney! Chorizo pasta was a 10/10 and the bacalhau was absolutely delicious. Sardines entree also absolutely a must try the olive tapenade so fresh and the broa the perfect combination of fluffy and crunchy.
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    LunasPrice: Expensive• Portuguese• Petersham
    •
    4.7

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