The top-rated restaurants in Sydney
Home to the famous Sydney Opera House, the first Nemo movie and some of the best restaurants in the world. Sydney is a cosmopolitan city rich in diversity from its people, lifestyles and food. The quality of life in Sydney is said to be one of the best which is why the city has a booming business presence resulting in the mix and intertwining of so many cultures and ethnicities. This has created a range mixed cuisine that are waiting to be tried. So, here’s a list of Sydney’s top-rated restaurants that will take you on a gastronomical adventure.
Overlooking the Syndey Opera house and harbor, one of the many attractions at Quay restaurants is it’s sweeping views of the city. Nominated as one of the World’s 50 Best Restaurants and 3 Michelin stars, the restaurant boats a 10 course tasting menu that is gastronomical experience. Headed by Chef Peter Gilmore you can try a range of food option from meats to seafood. You will have to make a reservation before heading here which can be made through their website as their operating times change throughout the week.
An Italian fine dining restaurant with open air seating and simple, comfortable setting. Otto Restaurant has a reputation for being on the best restaurants in the city headed by Chef Richard Ptacnik you are sure to eat some of the best food you’ve tried. The restaurant opens just in time for lunch up until 8.45pm for an early dinner. Make a reservation before you head to Otto so you are able to get the best seats to take in the view while you dig into traditional Italian cuisine.
Aussie’s love a well-made steak so Firedoor is catered for the meat lovers. The restaurants has only one theme which is serve meat in its simplest form. Ranging from Australian beef to prawns that go from tank to plate in 10 minutes, Chef Lennox Hastie uses fire for much of his cooking giving his creations a smoky, earthy taste and texture. Couple this up with creative cocktails and you are sure to sigh in satisfaction. Open from 5.30 to around 8.45-9pm on some days to be sure to check and make a reservation before.
Cantonese cuisine in Sydney can be best enjoyed at Mr Wong. Living larger than life Mr Wong can seat 240 people split over two floors with a selection of over 80 dishes. The restaurant brings to life 1930s Shanghai through its interior of dimly lit reds and blacks and of course its food spread. A minimum spend of $100 is a must for each person so be sure to have a number of dishes picked out before heading there. Enjoy traditional Cantonese cuisines in the heart of Sydney open from 12-3pm and 5.30pm-10pm.
Australian Seafood restaurant that is too nominated in the World’s 50 Best Restaurants for its splendid seafood preparations in a metal clad interior much representing a fishing trawler. Sustainable cooking techniques are used to ensure only the best ingredients are used. Saint Peter is a relaxed restaurant that is great to drop into while exploring the city. Open for lunch and dinner slots make sure they have seats before heading there.
Sydney is packed with restaurants for foodies looking to explore their options. The best way to explore where to go use the Sydney city guide to keep a track of where you should go.