Best Restaurants North Sydney

From a rooftop garden bar adorned with plants to hatted restaurants, discover the best restaurants in North Sydney and beyond.

Known as Sydney’s second CBD, North Sydney also offers an eclectic mix of delicious cafes, world-class bars, and impressive restaurants. Without further ado, read on for our guide to the best restaurants in North Sydney to tick off your bucket list.

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Why RAFI Is Worth the Visit RAFI brings together seasonal Australian produce, sustainably sourced seafood and charcoal cooking in a bright, contemporary setting. Whether you're stopping by for cocktails and oysters or settling in for a long lunch, the share-style menu makes it perfect for every occasion. Inspired by Sydney's coastal lifestyle, RAFI pairs bold…

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Italian, but not as you know it, and all the better for it at Bar Lettera. Tucked inside the Citadines Walker North Sydney hotel, Bar Lettera feels less like a headline-grabbing opening and more like the kind of place you hear about through a friend who “knows a spot.” It’s understated, a little bit unexpected,…

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Led by rising star Head Chef Jay Choy, formerly of Michelin-acclaimed kitchens in the US and Seoul, Toki Bistro is an elevated, intimate restaurant. The cuisine combines French sophistication with Japanese artistry, crafting a unique dining experience. With opulent interiors inspired by old-school Parisian bistros, Toki delivers a multi-sensory experience grounded in storytelling. Choose between…

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Poetica, the new relaxed, however refined, bar and grill is now open in North Sydney! The latest gem from Etymon Projects, Poetica, is now open in the heart of North Sydney. This refined and relaxed bar and grill promises an exceptional dining experience centered around fire, wood, and charcoal, capturing the essence of contemporary Sydney…

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Every bite is a little taste of Italy. North Sydney's dining scene has a new chapter to tell, and it unfolds within the elegant walls of Antica Dining. Nestled in the heart of the suburb, this new restaurant isn't just about the food, although that's certainly a highlight. Antica celebrates tradition, both in its heritage-listed…

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Score negronis and plates of burrata at North Sydney's Italian bar and restaurant, Glorietta. For those of us craving a balmy Mediterranean summer, we've found the next best thing. Located in the heart of North Sydney is Glorietta, an Italian eatery and bar set inside the towering Dexus development. And it's a spot well-worth adding…

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MIJI Bar and Grill is North Sydney's New Izakaya With its Very Own Self-Serve Cocktail Station Having recently opened in the heart of North Sydney, Miji Bar & Grill brings the energy of a Japanese Izakaya to life on your doorstep. Perched on a prime corner of Miller Street, Miji’s flashing neon lights and floor-to-ceiling windows invite…

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This greenhouse-style rooftop restaurant and bar borrowed The Grounds of Alexandria's resident horticulturist to bring its luxury garden oasis to life. The result is an other-worldly backdrop that couldn't feel further from its CBD address, earning it's place on our list of North Sydney's best places to eat with the fit-out alone!