Potts Point
bars & restaurants
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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