Love, Tilly Devine, Darlinghurst

As far as wine bars go, Love, Tilly Devine is one of Sydney’s best. Tucked away in the backstreets of Darlinghurst this cosy little spot is perfect for impressing that special someone. Grab a seat in the window or head upstairs for romantic evening snacking and sipping your way through great produce and delicious wine. Order a bottle and sample your way through endless plates of snack-friendly dishes including cheeses, charcuterie, seafood and more.

Find Love, Tilly Devine at 91 Crown Lane, Darlinghurst.

Bar Totti’s, CBD

Bringing a taste of Totti’s Bondi to the CBD, expect wood-fired eats, house-made antipasti and re-imagined Italian cocktails at the newly opened Bar Totti’s. Perch yourself at the bar and knock knees with your better half with a drink in hand at this must-see CBD spot. For a fun date night, grab a seat at Bar Totti’s expansive horseshoe bar with high-top tables and DJs hitting the decks from Wednesday to Sunday nights.

Find Bar Totti’s at the ivy precinct, 330 George Street Sydney. 

Continental Deli, Newtown & CBD

From deli meats and cheeses to classic cocktails and house-made liqueurs, Continental Deli is the perfect spot for a fun, casual date-night dining experience. With two locations (Australia Street in Newtown and Phillip Street in the CBD, indulge in a share-style Mediterranean menu of seasonal produce, curated wines as well as their famous canned Mar-tinny and Can-hatten cocktails (batched and canned on-site).

Find Continental Deli at 210 Australia Street Newtown and at 167 Phillip Street Sydney.

Restaurant Hubert, CBD

Down the glowing spiral staircase, you’ll find Restaurant Hubert, a subterranean French restaurant and bar in the heart of downtown Sydney. Step back in time at this date-night favourite, with candle-lit tables and bar seating perfect for creating a romantic atmosphere. Whether you choose to snack your way through their Bar Pincher menu (the Steak Frites and Duck Osters Mignonette are a must) or dine your way through their A La Carte menu, you’ll be treated a delicious dining experience.

Find Restaurant Hubert in the basement of 15 Bligh Street, Sydney.

Ester Restaurant, Chippendale

Speaking of neighbourhood spots, Ester delivers a casual fine-dining experience in the heart of the thriving inner-city suburb of Chippendale. Step inside this date-night spot and dine at one of Sydney’s best restaurants, with eats designed to be shared. This wood-fire driven menu boasts everything from charred cucumber and calamari to decedant shellfish platters ($44 per person). Order a bottle and settle in for an intimate dining experience with your date.

Find Ester at 46-52 Meagher Street, Chippendale.

Bloodwood, Newtown

Step into the dark, moody space that is Bloodwood Restaurant in the heart of King Street in Newtown. This narrow converted terrace boasts a sustainably-driven kitchen and bar pouring natural wines, house-made cocktails and a mix of local and international beers. For a more casual experience nab a seat in the front room or move into the main dining room for an intimate dining experience.

Find Bloodwood at 416 King Street Newtown.

Poly, Surry Hills

Is it a bar? Is it a restaurant? For Poly, the popular venue in Surry Hills is perfect for date-night. Launched by the team from Ester and housed in the Paramount House Hotel precinct, expect a wine-friendly menu of eats along with funky, fizzy and out-of-the-box wines, beers, spirits and cocktails.

Find Poly at 74-76 Commonwealth Street, Surry Hills. 

Coogee Wine Room, Coogee

With a 400+ wine list and a carefully curated menu (and just a stone’s throw from the beach, Coogee Wine Room is the perfect spot to visit on your next date night. This split level venue moves from wine and cheese to a lavish dinner experience, snack your way through seasonal seafood, meat and fresh produce and more.

Find Coogee Wine Room at 222 Coogee Bay Road.

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