Where Chefs Eat in Sydney

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9 Restaurants

Updated September 25, 2019

Restaurants:	Restaurant Hubert, Bennelong Restaurant, LP's Quality Meats…
Price Range:	$$ - $$$$
Cuisines:	French, Modern Australian, Steakhouse…
Neighborhoods:	Sydney CBD, Chippendale…

Restaurant Hubert

$$$$·French·

Sydney CBD

421 reviews

Special Occasions
Good for a Date
Romance

“Descending the wood-panelled staircase into this cavern of a restaurant, you feel as if you are going back in time to 1920s Paris. It is huge, grand and unapologetically old-schoo…Read more

96% recommended

Best Overall in Sydney / New South Wales

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Bennelong Restaurant

$$$$·Modern Australian·

Sydney CBD

556 reviews

Bar Seating
Casual
Good for a Date

“It's one of the world's most iconic buildings, and now it boasts one of the best restaurants in the country.” – Karl Firla

100% recommended

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LP's Quality Meats

$$$$·Steakhouse·

Chippendale

275 reviews

Group Bookings
Fit for Foodies
Good for a Date

“Luke's fine-dining training shines through in the incredible technique he uses to make fun, tasty, and approachable food. It's much, much more than just meat.” – Mitch Orr

97% recommended

Best Food in Sydney / New South Wales

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Quay

$$$$·Modern Australian·

The Rocks

271 reviews

Special Occasions
Scenic View
Romance

“Quay is a must-visit when coming to Australia. Peter Gilmore's focus on the growers and farmers of this country are inspiring and that shows through the entire restaurant. His lov…Read more

87% recommended

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Spice Temple Sydney

$$$$·Chinese (Sichuan)·

Sydney CBD

470 reviews

Business Meals
Casual
Good for a Date

“Spice Temple for the authenticity of flavors and the variety of Chinese cuisines offered.” – Peter Gilmore

100% recommended

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Momofuku Seiōbo - The Star

$$$$·Caribbean·

Sydney CBD

675 reviews

Tasting Menu
Special Occasions
Creative Cuisine

“The most unique, tasty and fun food in the city. Amazing service, baller wines.” – Mitch Orr

90% recommended

Best Service in Sydney / New South Wales

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The Unicorn Hotel

$$$$·Bistro·

Paddington

31 reviews

Great Beer
Group Bookings
Lunch

Recommended by Chef Tomi Bjorck from Blanca

96% recommended

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Firedoor

$$$$·Modern Australian·

Surry Hills

269 reviews

Special Occasions
Good for Birthdays
Business Meals

Recommended by Chef Ross Lusted from The Bridge Room

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Rockpool Bar & Grill Sydney

$$$$·Modern Australian·

Sydney CBD

696 reviews

Business Meals
Special Occasions
Good for Anniversaries

“Living in London, I would happily fly halfway around the world for a David Blackmore wagyu at Rockpool Bar and Grill. I've only ever had the best service, the best food and a very…Read more

92% recommended

Business Meals in Sydney / New South Wales

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