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The Best Potts Point Restaurants In 2025

Potts Point restaurants span date night venues, easygoing locals, long lunch spots, and special occasion restaurants.

Things To Do

Cerith Wyn Evans In Light Of The Visible Is The Neon Exhibition Lighting Up The MCA This Winter

Cerith Wyn Evans In Light Of The Visible is a neon feature lighting up the MCA this winter, running from June to October.

Restaurants

Waterfront Restaurant Akti Is Doing Modern Greek Hospitality In Woolloomooloo

Akti is a pretty-in-pink Greek restaurant set on the waterfront in Woolloomooloo.

Food & Drink

Felons Seafood

Felons Seafood is a dining room and bar from Felons Brewing Co. opening in Manly in late June, 2025.

Food & Drink

Bombies

Bombies is the '70s-inspired rooftop bar at the Harbord Hotel in Freshwater.

Wellness

Saint Haven Bondi Beach

Ultra-luxury private club and wellness centre Saint Haven is making the move to Sydney.

Restaurants

CANESS

The Middle Eastern tapas bar is set in the heart of Oxford Street.

What's On

What’s Open In Sydney On The 2025 King’s Birthday Public Holiday

Here are some of Sydney's best cafes, restaurants, bars, and pubs that will be welcoming you this June long weekend. 

What's On

The Best Things To Do In Sydney This Weekend

Your guide to the best things to do in Sydney this weekend. 

TV & Movies

44 Of The Best Movies On Netflix Australia Right Now (June 2025)

Stay updated with the best movies and documentaries on Netflix Australia this summer. Your ultimate streaming guide is here.

Local Escapes

Hideout Cabins

90 minutes south of Sydney, Hideout’s three tiny homes provide a peaceful Southern Highlands escape set on a 140-acre working farm.

Bakeries & Delis

Buttered Sydney

Buttered is a Sydney bakery and cafe offering a selection of much-loved Korean pastries and top-notch drinks.

Restaurants

Butter

Surry Hills has a new kid on the block with Butter bringing fried chicken, bubbly, old-school urban beats and fresh kicks to our fair city. 

Wellness

Escape Bathhouse

From the crew behind the award-winning glamping retreat, Sierra Escape Mudgee, Escape Bathhouse is a wellness sanctuary landing on Sydney’s North Shore in Spring 2025. 

Pets

Buckle Up And Plan Your Next Trip With This New Pooch-Friendly Travel Platform

Sure, vacays are great—but let's be real, they’re SO much better with our four-legged friends in tow.

Restaurants

The Best Japanese Restaurants In Sydney Right Now

Whether you’re salivating over sashimi, searching for sake or needing nigiri, Sydney is peppered with new-world, ultra-traditional and fusion-style Japanese restaurants.

Things To Do

Pair Neon Lights With Donut Burgers And Live Tunes At This Unreal Vivid Showcase

A go-to destination for epic eats, nights out, and the best in arts and entertainment, the Hollywood Quarter is gearing up to illuminate Surry Hills for Vivid 2025.

Restaurants

Izy.AKI

Izy.AKI is a Sydney omakase restaurant prioritising seasonal ingredients and a theatrical flair.

Bars & Pubs

Cruise Bar

Iconic Sydney waterfront spot Cruise Bar has had an extensive renovation, giving this harbourside destination a luxury facelift and a complete menu makeover. 

Bars & Pubs

Chalky’s

From the team behind Bucketty’s Brewing Co, Chalky’s is the Northern Beaches’ first dedicated pool hall, with karaoke, a sports bar and a cocktail den. 

Restaurants

Tqm.

Tequila Mockingbird has had a makeover, returning as tqm., a sunny South American eatery with a Michelin-rated Venezuelan chef bringing theatre and soul to the table. 

Things To Do

These New Lakeside Glamping Tents Are A Dreamy Stay Immersed In Nature

Flickering fire pits and free-standing tubs, this is the ultimate NSW escape.

What's On

A Complete Guide To Sydney’s Best Markets

Fill the pantry with fresh produce or your closet with locally-made goods from Sydney's best markets—this is our complete guide for 2025. 

Travel

This New Hotel Is Boasting An Epic Beer Garden In The Heart Of Bondi

This experience-led social living hotel offers oh-so-much more than a place to lay your travel-weary head.

Bars & Pubs

Herbs Taverne

Herbs Taverne is a popcorn-fuelled, psychedelic negroni playground in Sydney's CBD from the team behind Bar Planet, Cantina OK!, Centro 86 and Tio’s. 

Wellness

Soak Bathhouse Alexandria

Soak Bathhouse's first Sydney location is a 700-square-metre wellness hub with several pools, spas, saunas and more.

Bars & Pubs

The Norfolk

The Norfolk champions local Redfern businesses with an old-school Aussie menu in the front, and Ricos Tacos in the courtyard.

Bars & Pubs

Bar Freda’s

Bar Freda’s is back in Chippendale, with a two-storey site, frozen cocktails, and lasagne croquettes.

Entertainment

Squid Game’s Back For A Final Season: Here’s What You Need To Know

The global phenomenon that broke Netflix records, sparked countless Halloween costumes and gave an all-new meaning to ‘red light, green light’, is gearing up for one final twisted, terrifying round.

Travel

Luxury Escapes Just Announced Limited-Time Deals For These Top Destinations

Whether you're looking for a beachside vacation in Southeast Asia or you want to see what delights Australia has to offer, here's how you can experience a luxury vacation without breaking the bank..

Things To Do

50 Of The Best Things To Do In Sydney In 2025

Here it is folks, your dedicated guide to the best things to do in Sydney.

Local Escapes

Australia Street Suites

Australia Street Suites is a boutique hotel and luxury foodie escape in Sydney's Inner West.

Food & Drink

R by Raita Noda

R by Raita Noda blends authenticity with Japanese theatrics in this modern omakase spot set in Redfern's Wunderlich Lane precinct.

Restaurants

40Res

40Res does fine-dining dishes and boutique wines in a relaxed and fluff-free setting in Surry Hills. 

Restaurants

Osteria Mucca

Osteria Mucca is an old-school Italian restaurant set in a former butchery shop in Newtown's Australia Street precinct.

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How Keely Bradley’s Love Of Secondhand Fashion Has Coloured Her Life

 Expert colour combinations, chronic illness and an ingrained love for anything vintage.

Travel

Your Ultimate Adventure Guide To The Whitsundays

Nestled in the heart of Queensland's tropical coast, the Whitsunday Islands beckon with their pristine white sands and crystal-clear waters. 

Restaurants

The Best Restaurants In Sydney In 2025

This is Urban List's guide to Sydney's best restaurants for June 2025, curated by our expert food editors and food-obsessed content creators.

Food & Drink

Kolkata Social

Ditch butter chicken and naan for treasured Bengali family recipes at Kolkata Social—a Newtown Indian restaurant by former Firedoor and Raja chef Ahana Dutt.

Bakeries & Delis

San San

San San is a creative sandwich bar in Revesby doing a modern take on the classic deli.

Bakeries & Delis

The Grumpy Baker & Bar

Sydney institution The Grumpy Baker now delivers a bakery by day, bar by night in inner Sydney’s charming Potts Point.

Restaurants

Rosa

Rosa is Pyrmont’s Amalfi-inspired neighbourhood pasta bar, where you can indulge in authentic Italian dishes–all under $30. 

Health + Wellness

The Pickleball Lowdown: What Is Pickleball And Where You Can Play In Sydney

Get your rally on at Sydney's best pickleball courts and social clubs.  

Food & Drink

The Feed | Sydney Food News You Need To Know About

To make sure that you're on top of all the tasty things happening in Sydney, we've wrapped up everything that you need to know right here.

Fashion

Minimalist Matrix Is Trending: Here’s How We Thrifted The Look

Whether it’s Hailey, Kendall, Bella—or the mysterious man serving straight looks outside your local—the minimalist matrix aesthetic is having a moment.

Restaurants

Cibaria

Cibaria at Manly Pacific Hotel is a modern, beachfront Italian eatery from Sydney restaurateurs Alessandro and Anna Pavoni.

Bars & Pubs

Bar Julius

Bar Julius is an all-day Euro-inspired neighbourhood bar in The EVE Hotel. 

Restaurants

Flora

Flora is a charming and innovative vegetarian restaurant in Newtown's Australia Street precinct. 

Cafes

Issho

Issho is a cozy Japanese cafe and dessert house in Haymarket with some of the best matcha dishes and drinks in Sydney, from matcha tiramisu souffle pancakes to matcha banoffee pie and pistachio matcha lattes. 

Travel

18 Reasons You Need To Head To Townsville For Your Next Adventure Holiday

Between some seriously breathtaking natural gems, uber-exciting eats, and a range of stays to satisfy all kinds, Townsville has quickly become one of the country's best places to explore this year. 

Food & Drink

Meet The Vendors At This Western Sydney Precinct Blending Food, Culture And Community

Mason & Main hosts a range of food and retail destinations, each playing their own role in celebrating community and culture. 

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Here’s 8 Of Our Favourite Luxury-Level Dupes For Winter

From cosy homewares and winter fashion to affordable beauty products, these dupes prove you can live like a baller on a budget. 

Bars & Pubs

Baptist Street Rec. Club

Baptist Street Rec. Club is a retro Redfern bar taking inspo from ‘80s and ‘90s Australiana. It’s in the Wunderlich Lane lifestyle precinct, upstairs from House Made Hospitality sibling venue Island Radio—there’s even a secret staircase between them.

Restaurants

Eleven Barrack

Eleven Barrack is a Sydney CBD restaurant blending an old-world steak and seafood grill concept with a stylish setting and service.

Restaurants

Mister Grotto

Mister Grotto is an intimate seafood restaurant in Newtown's Australia Street precinct.

Restaurants

Fat Pomelo

Fat Pomelo is a buzzing Asian fusion diner across from Narrabeen Beach with a gorgeous dining room, bold share-style menu and vibrant drinks.

Best Of

10 Of The Best Cafes In Western Sydney Right Now

Sydney's western suburbs are a mecca for buzzing brunch spots and cafes—these are our 10 favourites right now. 

Travel

Your Guide To Stress-Free And Wallet-Friendly Travel In 2025

Through a combination of cost-cutting techniques and selective use of annual leave, you can increase the number of holidays you go on in your lifetime without sending your miscellaneous bills through the roof.

Australia

12 Of The Best Airbnbs In Adelaide And Beyond For 2025

Whether you're planning a romantic getaway, a family vacation, or a solo adventure, Adelaide knows a thing or two about what makes the best Airbnb.

Local Escapes

The Grand National Hotel By Saint Peter

The Grand National Hotel by Saint Peter is a 14-room boutique hotel above the world-respected Saint Peter seafood restaurant.

Restaurants

Lottie

Lottie is a stunning Mexican restaurant and mezcaleria in Redfern’s Wunderlich Lane.

Food & Drink

Ruma

Ruma is a Double Bay all-day eatery serving modern Australian comfort dishes spiked with exciting Pan-Asian flavours like caviar-crowned Korean fried chicken and kimchi hashbrowns. 

Restaurants

Golden Century At Crown Sydney

Sydney's iconic Chinese restaurant, Golden Century, is back.

What's On

What’s On In Sydney This Week, This Month And Beyond

Your guide to what's happening in Sydney this week, the rest of June, and beyond.

Things To Do

Manga Mania—6 Things To Explore At This Colourful Weekend-Long Festival Taking Over The CBD

From multi-million dollar Netflix remakes to collabs with some of our favourite brands, the world's biggest stars are jumping onboard the anime craze—and now you can, too.

Features

Rise Of The Unorthodox Cooks: Meet The Young Guns Flipping The Script On Home Cooking

How untrained and unorthodox home cooks are ushering in a new wave of food enthusiasts.

Cafes

Tessuto

Tessuto is an Italian cafe in the Sydney CBD Italian.

Bars & Pubs

Letra House

Letra House is an underground wine bar and restaurant in the Sydney CBD tucked beneath Italian eatery Palazzo Salato.

Bars & Pubs

The Espy

The Espy is a breezy, open-air waterfront bar and casual dining spot in Manly.

Restaurants

Pippis Cronulla

Pippis is a waterfront Australian-Italian BYO restaurant in Cronulla’s Calico Marina.