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The Best Restaurants with a View in Sydney

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One of the best reasons to live in Sydney is the great views all around both the interior blocks and the waterfront. Locals practically can’t get away from stunning water views in this city — even if they tried. Luckily, there are plenty of restaurants that take advantage of the beautiful architecture and stunning harbors. These 14 best restaurants with views in Sydney are some of the best spots to see the sunset.

14 Restaurants
Updated December 18, 2019
Restaurants:Cafe Sydney, Gowings Bar & Grill, Alpha Restaurant…
Price Range:$$ - $$$
Cuisines:Seafood, Contemporary European, Greek…
Neighborhoods:Sydney CBD…
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Cafe Sydney

$$$$·Seafood·
Sydney CBD
2,316 reviews
  • Scenic View
  • Special Occasions
  • Outdoor Eating
This sprawling restaurant offers sweeping views of the harbor. The décor is modern yet warm and allows the scenery to be the star of the show. Obviously, sunset is the best time to…Read more
92% recommended
Scenic View in Sydney / New South Wales
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Gowings Bar & Grill

$$$$·Contemporary European·
Sydney CBD
647 reviews
  • Fit for Foodies
  • Special Occasions
  • Vibrant Bar Scene
Gowings interior is warm, cozy and sophisticated. The sleek bar is bookended by two dining rooms; bottles of top-shelf liquor hang overhead. Just because this restaurant is upscale…Read more
87% recommended
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Alpha Restaurant

$$$$·Greek·
Sydney CBD
758 reviews
  • Special Occasions
  • Group Bookings
  • Good for a Date
Situated on the western edge of Hyde Park, Alpha Restaurant is full of style and old-world charm. This Greek restaurant has the vibe of a classic taverna complete with fishnets and…Read more
91% recommended
Business Meals in Sydney / New South Wales
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Porteno

$$$$·Argentinean·
Surry Hills
589 reviews
  • Special Occasions
  • Good for a Date
  • Notable Wine List
Porteno’s ambiance is classic, casual and refined. Large windows frame the dining room on one side, offering plenty of light and illustrations of food decorate the walls of the ope…Read more
91% recommended
Best Food in Sydney / New South Wales
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Sydney Cove Oyster Bar - Circular Quay

$$$$·Seafood·
Sydney CBD
722 reviews
  • Waterfront
  • Scenic View
  • Outdoor Eating
Sydney Cove Oyster Bar has possibly one of the best views in Sydney. Diners can sit right on the waterfront. The restaurant sits on the Eastern edge of Circular Quay surrounded by …Read more
90% recommended
Hot Spot in Sydney / New South Wales
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Momofuku Seiōbo - The Star

$$$$·Modern Australian·
Sydney CBD
636 reviews
  • Tasting Menu
  • Special Occasions
  • Good for Anniversaries
David Chang’s Australian outpost lives up to its siblings in other famous food cities. Just as in Chang’s other restaurants, the menu is edgy and the kitchen sits center stage. The…Read more
90% recommended
Fit for Foodies in Sydney / New South Wales
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acre eatery

$$$$·Australian·
Camperdown
832 reviews
  • Group Bookings
  • Lunch
  • Sunday Lunch
Though the dining room at Acre Eatery is large and airy with plenty of hanging plants, yet it still manages to have a cozy feel. Large windows encase the dining room, offering gues…Read more
91% recommended
Child Friendly in Sydney / New South Wales
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Bea at Barangaroo House

$$$$·Modern Australian·
Barangaroo
97 reviews
  • Special Occasions
  • Waterfront
  • Good for Birthdays
Situated on the right on Darling Harbour Warf, Bea Restaurant offers plenty of waterfront views in an intimate setting. The interior looks like that of a retro yacht with a low, wo…Read more
100% recommended
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Glass Brasserie - Hilton Sydney

$$$$·Modern Australian·
Sydney CBD
936 reviews
  • Special Occasions
  • Good for a Date
  • Good for Anniversaries
This upscale wine bar features modern décor such as floor to ceiling glass windows and open dining and kitchen areas that allow customers to feel and see Sydney while eating or enj…Read more
90% recommended
Modern Australian in Sydney / New South Wales
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Hurricane's Grill - Darling Harbour

$$$$·Steakhouse·
Darling Harbour
979 reviews
  • Waterfront
  • Scenic View
  • Group Bookings
The Sydney Hurricane’s location is right on the Circular Quay and harbour area. The perfect waterfront view is a complement to the rustic steakhouse décor on the inside which inclu…Read more
Most Booked in Sydney / New South Wales
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CHISWICK - Woollahra

$$$$·Farm-to-table·
Woollahra
1,071 reviews
  • Neighbourhood Gem
  • Good for a Date
  • Local Ingredients
Because this restaurant is a little outside of the main drag of Sydney, it has some unique features not found elsewhere on the list. Dining in this venue is centered around a patio…Read more
100% recommended
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Doyles on the Beach

$$$$·Seafood·
Watsons Bay
902 reviews
  • Waterfront
  • Scenic View
  • Special Occasions
As the name implies, this restaurant offers a great view because it is literally right on the beach. Outdoor seating is available to put you right on Watsons Bay with an oceanfront…Read more
88% recommended
Scenic View in Sydney / New South Wales
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CHISWICK at the Gallery

$$$$·Modern Australian·
Sydney CBD
500 reviews
  • Scenic View
  • Lunch
  • Fit for Foodies
Chiswick is located between the Art Gallery of New South Wales and the open air fields of Cook and Phillip Park. High ceilings and large open dining areas contribute to a panoramic…Read more
89% recommended
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Aria Sydney

$$$$·Modern Australian·
Sydney CBD
1,550 reviews
  • Good for a Date
  • Good for Anniversaries
  • Special Occasions
This is another waterfront restaurant right on the Circular Quay Wharf that utilises a glass walled dining area to highlight the beautiful sights nearby. The waterfront is directly…Read more
91% recommended
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