The Best Restaurants To Celebrate A Special Occasion

Fine diners don't get much more iconic than the luxe dining destination, Aria. Dubbed as one of Sydney's best harbourside restaurants, Aria is the brainchild of chef Matt Moran, delivering a menu of refined, seasonally-driven eats inspired by Sydney's iconic harbour views. With floor to ceiling windows framing two of Sydney's most iconic landmarks, say…

In a similar vein, luxe fine dining destination Bennelong finds its home inside one of Australia's most iconic buildings, the Sydney Opera House. With unparalleled vistas across Sydney Harbour, this lavish dining room is the perfect spot to celebrate a special occasion. With a menu curated by Executive Chef Peter Gilmore, expect a vibrant menu…

If booking a trip to Tokyo feels a bit out of your budget, Tetsuya is the next best thing. This acclaimed restaurant is one of the city's leading Japanese dining rooms. Created by Tetsuya Wakuda, expect traditional Japanese-inspired eats served in a unique degustation-style setting. Each dish is enhanced by classic French culinary techniques, crafted…

Speaking of heading abroad, the subterranean French restaurant Hubert is one of the best spots to celebrate a special occasion in the heart of the CBD. Head down this spiral staircase and step into a moody, candlelit dining room filled with good conversation and lavish food and wine. Order a bottle of bubbles, a dozen…

Earning a second mention on this list, Peter Gilmore's highly acclaimed restaurant Quay is a must-see for those looking for a lavish spot for a special celebration. With panoramic water views, the menu at Quay is best experiences with Peter's Ten Course Menu (accompanied by a carefully curated Wine List by Fink Wine Director Amanda…

Chippendale's neighbourhood casual fine diner Ester is the kind of spot to toast to a big achievement. This intimate dining room serves up some of Sydney's best bar-meets-restaurants eats, designed to be shared and savoured over a bottle of wine. Expect everything from roasted rock oysters to raw kingfish with daikon and bush tomato as…

For over 25 years, Catalina Rose Bay has been delighting Sydney diners with one of the best dining to celebrate a special occasion. Set on foreshore in the heart of Rose Bay, Catalina is undeniably one of the most popular spots to wine and dine by the water. With their kitchen from midday until late,…

Escape to the country without leaving the city the contemporary farm-to-table restaurant, Fred's Paddington. Step off the bustling Oxford Street and walk into a light-filled dining room, made to celebrating every special moment. Fred's open kitchen layout gives diners an intimate glimpse at the culinary action, showcasing the signature rustic cooking style of Head Chef…

Just a quick stroll from the city you'll find the award-winning dining room, Automata. Headed up by Head Chef Clayton Wells, this top Sydney restaurant finds its home on the thriving Kensington Street precinct. Delivering an ever-changing menu of Australian-meets-European eats, expect a fuss-free menu of eats celebrating fresh local ingredients. This sleek industrial space…

As one of Sydney's only dedicated fish eateries, Saint Peter is an upscale seafood restaurant made for sampling delicious eats in a relaxed atmosphere. Prepare to sample some of Australia's best seafood, with a menu of rotating dishes designed to showcase only the freshest catches. Expect everything from charred octopus, 8-day aged Murrumbidgee Murray Cod…

Just a short drive from the city, you'll find a stunning little dining room called Sixpenny. Finding its home in the heart of Stanmore, this elegant fine diner offers a curated tasting menu dining experience showcasing local, ethically sourced produce. Expect a refined selection of dishes using ingredients sources from small-scale farmers, fishermen and producers.…