Where to Eat and Drink in Sydney

Looking for the best places to eat in Sydney?

While Sydney Expert is not a food blog, we believe food is an important part of any holiday so we share a range of ideas for special event and great local eats. From the city’s best bars, cafes and restaurants for visitors, we have you covered with local tips to help you fill your belly while you’re visiting Sydney and avoid #foodregrets.

We work with guest food writers to bring you the best of eats in Sydney and the suburbs, from High Tea to American BBQ and everything in between.

smiling little sister and brother hugging happy dad with gift box in hand while giving congratulations on fathers day at home

Father’s Day Lunch in Sydney Guide

Does your family do Father’s Day lunch? We often make a big deal of mum with flowers and fancy breakfasts and dad gets socks and a BBQ at home. This year why not plan something extra special for Dad? We…

Tea, Cakes, and Views: A Guide to Blue Mountains High Tea

Tea, Cakes, and Views: A Guide to Blue Mountains High Tea

The Blue Mountains in New South Wales, Australia are known for their stunning views and lush forests. Among these beauties, the Blue Mountains High Tea offerings stand out as a unique experience. These luxurious affairs provide an opportunity for you…

Pubs in The Rocks – Great Pubs for Sydney Visitors

Pubs in The Rocks – Great Pubs for Sydney Visitors

There are 12 pubs in The Rocks Sydney, and while in a perfect world you would visit them all, you might need to spread your visits over a few days or make a shortlist of your top 5 for a…

View Hotel North Sydney Rooftop NYE

New Year’s Eve Sydney Restaurant Packages 2023

We have been researching New Year’s Eve Sydney restaurant packages to help you find the best restaurants to see the Sydney fireworks or celebrate the new year. There is little detail available yet, but we expect to see lots of…

Allan Grammar Bar in Penrith

Penrith Bars: Discovering the City’s Unique Nightlife

We asked journalist Ellen Hill who lives at the base of Sydney’s Blue Mountains to fill us in on what’s new in the Penrith Bar scene and we can’t wait to get out there and try these ourselves! When darkness…

Dining at Opera Bar in Sydney

Where to Eat in Sydney: Food Lover’s Guide [2023]

Consider this where to eat in Sydney guide the Ultimate Sydney Food and Drink Bucket list. The list was created by polling the members of the Sydney Expert Facebook community for their suggestions on the best places for visitors to eat…

Chester White Diner Wine bar Potts Point

Wine Wonderland: Unearthing the Best Wine Bars in Potts Point

There are some fabulous wine bars in Potts Point but unless you are a local, you probably won’t have time to visit them all so today we present what we think are the top spots for when you are in…

Sydney Bar with a great view Cruise bar

Fun Bars with a View in Sydney

Enjoying the best views in Sydney for free sounds like a good plan, right? Well, our list of bars with a view in Sydney includes harbourside bars, rooftop bars with views of the city skyline or beaches views for the…

Harry's Cafe de Wheels

Where to Eat Kangaroo and Other Aussie Food in Sydney [2023]

Do you want to try Kangaroo meat or other Aussie Food in Sydney? You can find emu and kangaroo on pizza, Crocodile in spring rolls just for a start. Vegetarians might prefer to stick to vegemite or Anzac biscuits. Here…

Patrons enjoying breakfast at laneway cafe Room 10 in Potts Point. Credit: Tourism NSW

Coffee in Kings Cross: Journey Along the Caffeine Kilometre

Looking for a good coffee in Kings Cross? On a hunt for the very best coffee shops in Sydney? Just need somewhere to escape for a while with a nice warm cup? Kings Cross local John Borthwick has pulled together…

dining near bridgeclimb at Australia Heritage hotel

Where to Eat After Your Sydney Harbour BridgeClimb

Climbing the Sydney Harbour Bridge is amazing! The exhilaration of being on top of the world, the effort of climbing all those stairs, it’s likely you are going to want to celebrate afterwards. So here are my suggestions for some great places…

Newtown Street Art Graffiti Mural

Self-Guided Inner West Street Art Walk

If you like Street Art, you will love this self-guided Inner West Street art walk through St Peters, Enmore, and Newtown. A word of warning, this is not a short walk, the whole thing will take you a good half-day…

Koi Dessert Bar window

A Guide to Sydney Celebrity Chef Restaurants

Even before Masterchef hit our screens chef’s across Australia had begun to achieve celebrity status with their international awards, cookbook deals and TV shows. These days we are spoilt for choice when it comes to dining on the creations of…

Beer drinking Sydney

A Crash Course in Drinking Beer in Australia

As you probably already know, beer in Australia is a pretty big deal. It is one of the most popular alcoholic drinks across the country. If you have a mind to join the locals in downing a few amber ales…

Carriageworks Everleigh Market

The Fabulous Carriageworks Farmers Market Sydney

Carriageworks Farmers Market is THE place to go for organic, artisan goods. It’s not one for bargain hunters, but it’s packed with delicious, exciting things, many of which make fantastic gifts. This busy Saturday morning market is housed in an old…

In Search of the Best Thai Food in Sydney

In Search of the Best Thai Food in Sydney

If you are looking for the best Thai food in Sydney, you might have a long hunt; there are some really great options. Today we are sharing four we recently visited as part of a food tour. No matter what…

Where to Eat in Darling Harbour 2023

Where to Eat in Darling Harbour 2023

Trying to decide where to eat in Darling Harbour? It’s such a popular gathering spot for Sydneysiders and visitors alike with more than its share of restaurants, making choosing one a challenge. Today we share a list of our favourites;…

Perfect Valentine’s Day Restaurants in Sydney 2023

Perfect Valentine’s Day Restaurants in Sydney 2023

It can be hard to find perfect Valentine’s Day restaurants in Sydney. Whether you are on a budget, want to stay close to home or need a vegan Valentine’s Day option, don’t worry, we have done the research and list…

Sydney Tramsheds Food precinct

Sydney Food Tours You Will Love

If you are a foodie then at least one of these Sydney Food Tours should be on your list of things to do in Sydney. Taking a food tour at the beginning of your visit is a great way to…

The Heart of Surry Hills Festival

The Heart of Surry Hills Festival

This November Surry Hills, one of Sydney’s most interesting villages well known for its strong community culture, will celebrate its creativity with the Heart of Surry Hills (HOSH) Festival. This month long event will showcase all the things that make…

Quay Quarter Lanes Sydney French meal

Why We Love Quay Quarter Lanes Sydney

Quay Quarter and Quay Quarter Lanes offers Sydneysiders and visitors a new dining precinct that is home to some great food, from fine dining to quick budget eats served up in beautiful historic surrounds. Hidden just behind Customs House, only…