Suggestions for Dining and Drinking near Sydney City Center, Sydney

Carmen S. • July 25, 2015Unassuming stairway tucked away in an alley. One of the best whiskey selections I've ever seen. Great speakeasy feel with artist bartenders

Paul B. • March 20, 2019Friendliest cup of coffee and sfogliatelle that takes you back to Sorrento...

Pet S. • July 26, 2015Delicate, deluxe, upmarket yum cha in a beautiful dining room with fantastic service running strictly 10.30-12 on weekends. Try the luxury take on 1970s prawn toast with foie gras and almonds.

PeiWen S. • June 11, 2017Most of the ice cream are good. You can ask for samples to try before purchasing. If you are not a big eater, go for the Tiny size. It's quite substantial.

Michael L. • November 12, 2015One of the best hidden coffee spots in Sydney. Great coffee, top tunes. Stay and have a beer or wine with their platter on a Friday night.

Emily B. • June 19, 2018Avo toast on seeded bread, banana bread and flat white are all a MUST. We’ve been two days in a town

Flor A. • March 23, 2019an unforgettable experience. the best armosphere ever. perfect!

Documentally • November 21, 2013Try the Absinthe if you want to loose your mind. Great drinking theatre.

David B. • January 21, 2016Very hidden, but worth the search. Try the Quirk and Stormy and work your way through the extensive rum just.

H K. • September 5, 2015Grab a flat white in this beautiful arcade.

Deb • August 3, 2010This place has the best coffee and amazing freshly made Italian Food. Now open thursday and friday nights as well as for breakfast and lunch on weekdays. Great service :-)

Omar M. • October 25, 2018Nice rooftop. Holds 40 max. Be warned though; closes at 10pm so come early if you want to get a good sesh in! (Indoor/downstairs bar nice and cosy regardless, and worth a visit!)

Yui • March 16, 2016Spiced apple old fashioned is amazing.. They smoke the apple reduction. Super cool. Best wagyu Reuben of my life, and top 5 burgers (wagyu medium rare all the way)

Chung H. • August 11, 2015Sensational burgers! The 'Blame Canada' burger (look on the blackboard above the bar) is my favourite. There is also a weekly special (weekdays only). Only downside is the mediocre beer offering.

Debbie • February 20, 2023Food is divine, service efficient and not overbearing. Definitely worth a visit!

Andre S. • August 15, 2014We had a great conversation with a tea expert who spent a good 20 minutes recommending us tea and we were able to try many varieties. My new addiction!

Reg L. • February 26, 2011The crunchy onion rings come with awesome rib style BBQ sauce that makes this starter! Try the mushroom ravioli with the truffle butter yum!

Christine H. • January 20, 2015The complimentary fresh baked bread and olive oil are phenomenal. Pork belly pancakes are a must!

James • August 3, 2013Great place to pop into before work for a well-made coffee and a delicious bacon and egg brioche roll.

Mandy S. • June 14, 2015Great staff will make you a perfect classic cocktail. Sazerac, Vesper Martini, and Rum & Raisin Old Fashioned are superb. Beautiful, relaxed setting. Perfect for a special occasion.

Ozverusha • November 3, 2023The best spot in CBD for coffee with many options, incl. filter coffee and canned coffee. Food is delicious. Staff is friendly. For those who look for coffee early in the morning, IB opens at 7am M-F.

Ъ 🇦🇺🇪🇺🇷🇴🇲🇩🇮🇱 • May 13, 2017Great place for a traditional Japanese multi-course meal (Kaiseki). The menu changes every season, great experience, taste and value.

Kylie J. • October 3, 2014My favourite bar in Sydney. Gorgeous little speakeasy themed underground spot. Another win for the Merivale group

James F. • June 21, 2021Traditional English pub serving up a wide range of beers and English pub grub. Head here on a Sunday to take advantage of their roasts. The Yorkshire puddings alone are a reason to visit!

Ilan • September 13, 2022Great cocktails.

J • April 10, 2021The standing area is great for a quick stop if you’re waiting for a bar nearby that doesn’t have space. Mezcal-based cocktails are great

Phil N. • February 5, 2015Sit by the bar and ask the sushi chef for his greatest hits. Don't miss the uni.

Kelvin W. • June 1, 2015I reckon of of the few legit speakeasy cocktail bars in Sydney that does everything right. Focus is on gin and they make really good cocktails with their selections too.

Nidhi K. • January 24, 2023Best food in Sydney hands down everything was soooo good we found this place randomly best decision ever

Ross W. • January 16, 2017A flight of fancy across the rum-producing nations of Latin America, Lobo Plantation serves some of the best rum cocktails in Australia.