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Aperitif

Aperitif

European Wine Bar and Restaurant

The scene is sultry and sophisticated, the wine list is exclusively European while the menu is a delectable spread of hors d'oeuvres, sharing plates and French/Mediterranean morsels presented beautifully and graciously until 3am.

Address
7 Kellett Street, Potts Point.
Phone
9357 4729

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Après Restaurant

Après Restaurant

Intimate martini bar and restaurant

Originally home to the famed Roosevelt Hotel, Apres Restaurant brings together plush, old-school grandeur with contemporary French dining. Sip on a martini at the bar or get comfortable in a booth for a languid degustation.

Address
32 Orwell Street, Potts Point.
Phone
9331 1889

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Blancharu

Blancharu

Japanese-French bistro

Award-winning chef Haru Inukai turns out superbly conceived and crafted Japanese-Franco cuisine in this relaxed fine dining bistro. Book ahead for the Japanese-style Bouillabaise or the chef's eight-course dinner special.

Address
Shop 1, 21 Elizabeth Bay Road, Elizabeth Bay
Phone
9360 3555

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Fratelli Paradiso

Fratelli Paradiso

Bistro e pasticceria

Iconic and perennially hip, Fratelli Paradiso is an all-Italian bistro and pasticceria with a weekly changing blackboard menu and knowledgeable and professional service. This eatery is deeply woven into Sydney's culinary folklore.

Address
12-16 Challis Avenue, Potts Point.
Phone
9357 1744

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Kingsleys Steak & Crabhouse

Kingsleys Steak & Crabhouse

Stylish waterfront steak & seafood restaurant

Long Lunch on the Wharf is King here. Kingsleys takes surf & turf to a new level with succulent steaks, fresh salads & delicious crab.

Address
10/6 Cowper Wharf Road, Woolloomooloo
Phone
1300 546 475

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Lotus

Lotus

Creative, sexy, cozy bar and bistro

This sophisticated, award-winning bistro and cocktail bar has a well-deserved reputation for outstanding service. Dan Hong's menu features Asian influences with fresh Mediterranean flavours.

Address
22 Challis Avenue, Potts Point
Phone
02 9326 9000

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Macleay St Bistro

Macleay St Bistro

Foodies' delight

This local institution epitomises Sydney's finest cuisine in an intimate setting. Indulge in their blend of classic French and contemporary Australian dishes enhanced by an impressive list of local and imported wines and boutique beers.

Address
73a Macleay Street, Potts Point
Phone
9358 4891

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Manta Restaurant & Bar

Manta Restaurant & Bar

Waterfront seafood and beef restaurant

Take in sandy woods, sea greens and the expansive teal-toned mural while overlooking the marina. Watch the sun set from the breezy waterfront lounge bar or dine alfresco on Manta's fresh, zesty seafood.

Address
6 Cowper Wharf Road, Woolloomooloo
Phone
9332 3822

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Melt

Melt

Lounge, bar, club

Local DJs and live gigs with an eclectic mix of funk, soul, electronic dance, pop and indie music. Intimate, funky and inviting, Melt is a local favourite for lounging, dancing and getting down with the music among a cool Sydney crowd.

Address
12 Kellett Street, Potts Point
Phone
02 9380 6060

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Mezzaluna

Mezzaluna

Authentic Italian with breathtaking views

Authentic Italian fare that will send your taste buds into a frenzy. Experience al fresco dining and breathtaking views of the Sydney city skyline while enjoying the impressive wine list and menu that changes frequently.

Address
123 Victoria Street, Potts Point
Phone
9357 1988

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Otto Ristorante

Otto Ristorante

One hat Italian waterfront restaurant

"Vivi Bene Mangia Bene." 'To live well is to eat well' is the philosophy Otto Ristorante lives by. A friendly welcome, spectacular views and waterside location, with simple fi ne food makes Otto Ristorante a great place for any occasion. Chef Richard Ptacnik creates a constantly evolving menu embracing all that is local, seasonal and artisanal, with a spirit that is distinctly Italian.

Address
8/6 Cowper Wharf Road, Woolloomooloo
Phone
9368 7488

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Petrol

Petrol

Brunch, lunch, evenings, tapas, wine bar

Petrol caters for all occasions - breakfast, lunch, tapas and dinner. With organic and gluten free food and a chocolate banana bread to die for, enjoy alfresco dining amongst beautiful decor for pure culinary indulgence.

Address
9 Springfield Avenue, Potts Point
Phone
9331 5048

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Sugarmill

Sugarmill

An ode to the Kings Cross of old

A lively blend of modern, antique and kitsch, Sugarmill is a unique Kings Cross spot day or night. Cocktail pitchers, board games and weekly comedy are highlights, as are the vintage furnishings, pub menu and DJs all week round.

Address
33-37 Darlinghurst Road, Kings Cross
Phone
9368 7333

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The Bank Nightclub

The Bank Nightclub

Nightclub with sophistication and indulgence

Dishing up ultra-sensory nightlife with a luxurious vibe under high ceilings and sweeping foyers (a nod to its ancient architectural model), take your cocktail or wood-fired pizza by candlelight or in a booth onlooking the dance floor.

Address
42 Darlinghurst Road, Kings Cross
Phone
9360 6012

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The Bourbon

The Bourbon

Stylish bar, bistro and cocktail venue

Sample the local and imported bar selection and contemporary bistro menu at one of Sydney's most beautiful venues. Escape upstairs to The Cross, a newly renovated and sophisticated club, lounge and cocktail terrace bar.

Address
24 Darlinghurst Rd, Kings Cross.
Phone
9358 1144

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The Piano Room

The Piano Room

Classic cocktail lounge

With a medley of live entertainment, cocktail hour unfolds at a smooth sultry pace. Boasting a chic bar selection and elegant tasting menu, The Piano Room pays homage to New York's classic cocktail lounge tradition.

Address
Cnr Kings Cross & Darlinghurst Rds, Kings Cross
Phone
9356 8238

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The Sardine Room

The Sardine Room

Modern Seafood Bistro - BYO

If you have an inclination to indulge in an authentic dining intimacy only found in European backstreets, The Sardine Room lures with its kitchen energy and adorably passionate owner, Angela Heracleous. Offering a seaside cabaret alongside a hand selected wine list, the menu is verbally delivered with enthusiasm to stimulate salivation. Rendezvous here with friends to experience when flamboyance meets fish.

Address
2/31 Challis Ave, Potts Point.
Phone
9357 7444

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The Water Bar

The Water Bar

Chic cocktail lounge

Situated within boutique hotel BLUE Sydney, A Taj Hotel, Water Bar is an outpost of nocturnal indulgence. Promising intimacy with its plush seating, mood lighting & soaring ceiling, this converted warehouse boasts a sophisticated and sexy cocktail ambiance.

Address
6 Cowper Wharf Road, Woolloomooloo
Phone
9331 9000

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Tilbury Hotel

Tilbury Hotel

A little taste of good taste

"The Tilbury. A little taste of good taste."

Address
12-18 Nicholson Street, Woolloomooloo
Phone
9368 1955

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Velero

Velero

Spanish restaurant & tapas bar

Embark on a culinary tour of provincial Spain with cured meats, imported cheese, paella and tapas alongside Spanish sherry, beer or wine. With private dining also available, Velero offers a unique niche at the picturesque Woolloomooloo wharf.

Address
2/6 Cowper Wharf Road, Woolloomooloo
Phone
9356 2222

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Velluto

Velluto

Champagne and wine lounge

Tucked away on the corner of Fitzroy Gardens and Baroda Street, this bar is a luxurious retreat from the boisterous Kings Cross scene. Enjoy over 20 champagnes and an extensive list of Australian wines in style.

Address
50 Macleay Street (entrance cnr Baroda St and Fitzroy Gardens), Potts Point
Phone
9357 1100

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