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Sydney’s Best Markets To Explore In 2025

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.

Restaurants

The Best Vegan Restaurants In Sydney Right Now

Sydney’s vegan restaurant options are plentiful and growing—these are the best spots catering to plant-based cravings.

Cafes

The Best Cafes In Canberra For Your Flat White And French Toast

Canberra’s cafe scene is booming—in fact, they’re offering some of the best brunches and coffee in Australia.

Bars & Pubs

The Best Bars In Sydney For Knockoffs And Nightcaps

Our pick of the best bars in Sydney right now—and what to drink when you’re there.

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Bars & Pubs

The Best Pubs In Surry Hills For Good Beers And Great Vibes

A neat list of wildly diverse Surry Hills pubs for you to nominate as your home away from home.

Restaurants

The Best Restaurants In The Sydney CBD Right Now

There’s nothing quite like dining out in the city.

Food & Drink

Now Open: The Best New Restaurants, Bars And Cafes In Singapore

If you needed a reason to try somewhere new in 2025, here is a selection of our fave new restaurants in Singapore that need to go straight to your shortlist.

Restaurants

The Best Restaurants In Canberra For Your Weekend Itinerary

With old-school Italian, glitzy modern Chinese and on-trend bistros, Canberra is well worth a visit for any food lover on the lookout for their multi-course memory.

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The Best Restaurants In Sydney’s Inner West (25+ Places To Try)

From authentic Egyptian street food to famous canned martinis and fine dining without the fuss, Sydney's Inner West restaurants tick every box.

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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.

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20 Of The Best New Restaurants In Sydney (November 2025)

Looking for somewhere new to eat? Sydney/Eora is brimming with new restaurants to try this month.

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The Best Potts Point Restaurants In 2025

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

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30 Of The Best Italian Restaurants In Sydney Right Now

A guide to the top Italian restaurants in Sydney—from buzzing wine bars and pizza joints to fine diners with stunning water views.

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The Best Restaurants In Bondi Right Now

From Bondi Road to the Grassy Knoll, here’s every restaurant worth knowing about in the Bondi Bubble.

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The Best Restaurants In Sydney To Book Right Now

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

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Restaurants

The Best Restaurants In Manly Right Now

A beachside paradise with a vibe that's distinct from the rest of Sydney, Manly's restaurants with waterfront views really step up to the plate.

Food & Drink

20 Of The Best High Teas In Sydney Right Now

Served in front of stunning harbour views or in picturesque heritage gardens, Sydney has some pretty spectacular places to enjoy high tea.

Restaurants

25 Of The Best Surry Hills Restaurants In 2025

Surry Hills is an action-packed suburb with an abundance of epic, diverse restaurants.

Cafes

16 Of The Best Cafes In Bondi Right Now

From wholesome breakfasts and strawberry matcha with an ocean view to bottomless lunches and greasy hangover cures, these are the best cafes and brunch spots in Bondi.

Restaurants

The Best Restaurants In Newtown Right Now

From ramen garage workshops and church burgers to gourmet cheese bars and European delis, Newtown restaurants offer plenty of unique and juicy feeds.

Food & Drink

Big News Bondi, The Bergs Is Back And Better Than Ever

Listen up, Bondi babes: after almost two years of planning, painting and plenty of anticipation, Stage Two of Bondi Icebergs Club’s much-hyped makeover has landed, unveiling a sleek new bistro and bar, The Bergs.

Features

From Cafés To Community Hubs: The Black-Owned Businesses Driving Culture And Community Right Now

Here’s the thing: belonging isn’t up for debate. And if you really want proof? Just look at these nine Black-owned businesses and cultural spaces—serving up suya skewers, good coffee, big art, and even bigger vibes.

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Taylor Swift’s The Life Of A Showgirl Songs As Sydney Restaurants And Bars

If Taylor Swift’s new album, The Life Of A Showgirl, were Sydney venues, this is what each track would be.

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The Best Burgers In Sydney Right Now

Whether you like your patties stacked single, double, or meatless, these are the best burgers in Sydney to try.

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Food & Drink

Sydney’s Best Cheap Eats And Dining Deals That Won’t Break The Bank

Your guide to the best cheap eats, daily specials and affordable dining deals in Sydney right now.

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Restaurants

Flame-Grilled Finds: The Best Yakitori Spots In Sydney

Humble chicken pieces are turned into skewered, flame-kissed perfection at Sydney's best yakitori spots.

Restaurants

The Best Restaurants In Parramatta Right Now

From hidden local gems and fancy fine diners to cheap eats like chicken tikka tacos, these are the best restaurants in Parramatta right now.

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Bars & Pubs

Sydney’s Best Dog Friendly Pubs To Visit With Your Furry Best Friend

Pups, pitchers and parmis.

Restaurants

The Best Sushi Restaurants In Sydney Right Now

Classic or creative, using chopsticks or your hands, wasabi or no, careful soy sauce dunking or fish-shaped soy spraying.

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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.

Restaurants

The Best Private Dining Rooms In Sydney For Special Occasions

We’ve collected Sydney's best private dining rooms for your next birthday celebration or milestone event.

Restaurants

Warm Up From Within At The Best Spots For Ramen In Sydney Right Now

Whether you're a fan of rich tonkotsu or a lighter, miso broth, this is our definitive list of Sydney’s tastiest ramen hangouts.

Restaurants

The Best Banquets And Set Menus In Sydney Under $100

Skip shared meal negotiations with these budget-friendly banquet set menus at Sydney's best restaurants.

Bars & Pubs

The 35 Best Pubs In Sydney Right Now

Everyone knows that the best pubs in the world are in Australia—and though Melbourne will try to fight us on this—the best of the best are really in Sydney.

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Bars & Pubs

20 Of The Best Bars In Sydney’s Inner West Right Now

The Inner West is home to some of the best bars in Sydney—from dimly lit cocktail lounges and natural wine bars to open-air rooftops and old-school pubs.

Best Of

10 Of The Best All-You-Can-Eat Buffets In Sydney

Create your own culinary journey with Sydney’s all-you-can-eat buffets—think unlimited sushi, fresh seafood, delectable desserts, and endless servings of dishes from around the globe, all on one plate.

Food & Drink

Where To Find The Best Pistachio Treats In Sydney

Pistachio treats are hitting menus left, right and centre from pistachio crookies and pistachio matcha to viral Dubai chocolate strawberry cups—these are the best pistachio treats in Sydney.

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The Best Spots To Buy Fresh Seafood In Sydney

From fish markets and seafood shops to home delivery services, Sydney/Eora is swimming in fresh seafood, perfect for musseling up a fish-focused feast at home.

Restaurants

Sydney’s 20 Best Seafood Restaurants Right Now

As an ocean-kissing city, Sydney is home to top-tier seafood restaurants.

Restaurants

20 Of The Best Restaurants For A Long Lunch In Sydney

Harbourside rooftops, fancy seaside dining, and a few bucket list venues too, these are the best restaurants in Sydney for a long lunch.

Restaurants

21 Of The Best Restaurants In Sydney’s Northern Beaches

From beachside fine diners to vibey village wine bars, these are the best restaurants on the Northern Beaches right now.

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Food & Drink

The Best Oyster Happy Hours In Sydney In 2025

At just $1 or $2 a pop, Sydney’s best oyster happy hours are impossible to pass up.

Cafes

12 Of The Best Cafes In Sydney’s Inner West

Sydney’s Inner West is chock full of great cafes, from hole-in-the-wall joints operating on an IYKYK basis to all-day eateries with trendy fit-outs and top-tier feeds.

Cafes

The Best Cafes In The Sydney CBD

From hole-in-the-wall espresso bars and cozy cafes to bougie breakfast joints and all-day eateries, these are the best cafes in the Sydney CBD.

Restaurants

17 Of The Best Restaurants In Sydney’s Chinatown Right Now

Sydney's Chinatown brings together flavours, cuisines and dishes from all over Asia.

Restaurants

The Best Greek Restaurants In Sydney Right Now

From special dining spots to superb street food, here’s our round-up of the best Greek restaurants Sydney has to offer.

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Where To Find The Best Fro-Yo In Sydney This Summer

We've rounded up the best spots to get your next frozen yoghurt fix in Sydney, just in time for the Summer heat.

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Food & Drink

Where To Find The Best Granita In Sydney

If you've never tried Italy's favourite frozen dessert (other than gelato, obviously), where on earth have you been?

Cafes

25+ Of The Best Cafes In Sydney Right Now

The Sydney cafe scene is one of the best in the world—no yolk—and these are our favourites.

Entertainment

Sydney’s Best Live Music Venues Right Now

From scuzzy basements to grand theatres, jazz cocktail bars, warehouse nightclubs, and more, get ready to rock out with the sickest IRL tunes Sydney/Eora has to offer.

Restaurants

Where To Find The Best Pizza In Sydney Right Now

From classic Neapolitan slices to NYC-style pies, seek out the best pizza in Sydney when only cheese and carbs will do.

Restaurants

12 Of The Best Korean BBQ Restaurants In Sydney Right Now

With the smells of grilling meat and the continuous pouring of beer, Korean BBQ is a fun DIY option to shake up your next group dinner.

Restaurants

The Best Circular Quay Restaurants For Harbour Views And Dining

Circular Quay is one of the most beautiful parts of Sydney, and home to world-class restaurants to match.

Food & Drink

The Best Spots For Breakfast And Brunch In Sydney

Whether you prefer to kick things into gear with espressos or mimosas, Sydney has epic brunch spots and breakfast joints to pack out your morning routine.

Restaurants

15 Of The Best Steak Restaurants In Sydney Right Now

Whether yours goes with a touch of mustard, covered in sauce or simply seasoned, here are the best places in Sydney to score a delicious steak.

Restaurants

Save These North Sydney Restaurants For Your Next Night Out

Even though it's just across the Harbour Bridge from the middle of our city, North Sydney is often slept on as a dining destination.

Food & Drink

Top Sydney Christmas Treats You Need To Try This Year

It's time to think all things mince pies, gingerbread, rocky road and pavlova.

Activities & Itineraries

The Best Christmas Party Venues To Book In 2025

For something a little bit different this year, enjoy bars, breweries, fine dining, and fun activities at the best Christmas party venues in Sydney.

Bakeries & Delis

25 Of The Best Bakeries In Sydney Right Now

Ticking off textbook loaves and silky vanilla slice, Sydney's best bakeries have mastered the carb game.

Restaurants

The Best Bottomless Brunch And Lunch Spots In Sydney

Sydney is a sprawling metropolis of free-flowing mimosas, bottomless margaritas, endless sangria and unlimited bubbles.

Restaurants

The Best Restaurants In Barangaroo In 2025

Barangaroo's dining precinct does it all—from lingering lunches to romantic waterfront date nights, Italian to Japanese, seafood to fried chicken and more.

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Bars & Pubs

The Most Beautiful Rooftop Bars In Sydney Right Now

These are the best rooftop bars in Sydney right now.

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Local Escapes

Here’s How To Spend The Ultimate Winter Weekend In Canberra

Wineries, truffle hunting, and top-tier dining.

Food & Drink

Ethiopian Food Is Getting Hot In Sydney: Here’s Where To Try Some

We've had our fair share of pasta and crudo recently—and Ethiopian food is stepping up to the plate. Here’s a quick rundown of the best close-to-home spots where you can get a spicy mouthful, and shake up your dine-out routine.

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Our Guide To The Best Oyster Huts In NSW

NSW does oysters better than almost anywhere on the planet—so it would be remiss of you not to sample what's on offer next time you’re on the road. Here's a guide to NSW's very best oyster shacks.

Food & Drink

We’ve Got The Scoop: Sydney’s Best Gelato And Ice Cream Shops

Whether you’re craving booze-infused scoops or flash-freeze cups of the good stuff, we’ve got your back.

Restaurants

12 Of The Best Newcastle Restaurants Right Now

Newcastle has shifted from its industrial roots to make way for a vibrant hospitality scene with Japanese, Mexican, seafood and wood-fired restaurants galore.

Bars & Pubs

The Best Nightclubs In Sydney To Dance All Night At

If you don't believe Sydney's nightlife is thumping in 2025, well, you haven't read this list.

Bars & Pubs

Sydney’s Best Hidden Bars To Try In 2025

Look, we’re a sucker for anything hidden, especially when there are cocktails at the end of the rainbow.

Bakeries & Delis

24 Of The Best Sandwich Shops In Sydney Right Now

These Sydney sandwich shops are the best thing since sliced bread.

Food & Drink

The Best Cookies In Sydney You Should Have Ordered By Now

Chomp down into the ultimate chewy, chunky goodness.

Restaurants

11 Of The Best Mexican Restaurants In Sydney Right Now

Sydney/Eora likes its Mexican restaurants spicy, vibrant, and packed with tequila and mezcal.

Food & Drink

Where To Find Sydney’s Best Fish And Chips

Whether you take 'em battered, grilled or crumbed, fish and chips is a year-round favourite in Sydney

Bars & Pubs

The Best Bars In The Sydney CBD Right Now

For everything from knockoffs to kick-ons, these are the best bars in Sydney's CBD.

Bakeries & Delis

12 Of The Best Gourmet Butchers In Sydney Right Now

From getting helpful tips on your Sunday roast to having an extra sausage thrown in after a good counter chat—there’s nothing better than forging a good relationship with your local butcher.

Bars & Pubs

The Best Happy Hours In Sydney Right Now

Save on drinks and snacks with the best happy hours you can hit in Sydney.

Restaurants

Sydney’s Best Dumplings And Where To Find Them

From steamed to pillowy and soup-filled, here's where to find Sydney's best dumplings.

Bars & Pubs

Sonic Boom: Sydney’s Best Vinyl Bars For Good Tunes And Great Booze

High-concept interiors, top-tier sound systems, fusion menus, and buzzy atmospheres are common threads among the best vinyl bars in Sydney.

Restaurants

Where To Warm Up With The Best Sunday Roasts In Sydney

From classic pub plates to fancier restaurant versions, we've found Sydney's most impressive roasts, complete with enormous Yorkshire puddings and all the trimmings.

Bars & Pubs

19 Of The Best Country Pubs In NSW Worth The Road Trip

NSW's country pubs know a thing or two about wholesome feeds, cold bevvies, and beautiful scenes.

Features

Your Ultimate Guide To The Barossa Valley With Andy Allen

Here's your ultimate Eat, Play, Stay guide to the Barossa Valley with Andy Allen.

Bakeries & Delis

The Best Hot Cross Buns In Sydney To Devour For Easter 2025

Hot cross bun season is upon us.

Restaurants

Sydney’s Best Waterfront Restaurants For Long Lunches And Sunset Dinners

Sydney is home to some of the most beautiful waterfront restaurants in the world.

Bars & Pubs

The Best Pubs With Fireplaces In Sydney

Sydney pubs know how to do cosy.

What's On

60+ Restaurants To Book For Valentine’s Day In Sydney

Sydney is a pretty romantic city, with water views galore, amazing restaurants and a burning love for a great cocktail—so of course it's packed with options for a perfect Valentine's Day.

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What's On

The Best Things To Do And Eat In Sydney This Lunar New Year

Sydney is celebrating Lunar New Year 2025 with epic banquets, luminous lanterns and cultural performances to welcome the Year of the Snake.

Local Escapes

The Best Restaurants In Regional NSW In 2025

NSW has more than its fair share of far-off places brimming with delicious foods. Check out our list of top restaurants from all around this state.

Restaurants

The Best French Restaurants In Sydney Right Now

From crepes to steak frites, escargot and coq au vin, these are the best French restaurants in Sydney right now.

Best Of

23 Of The Best Spots For Pasta In Sydney Right Now

Whether you're in search of the perfect cacio e pepe or you're looking for adventurous new-world pasta, here's where to find the best pasta in Sydney.

Restaurants

Sydney’s Best Solo Dining Restaurants And Bars

Whether you’re a solo traveller sick of room service or you are just sick of trying to wrangle the group chat, Sydney will reward you for venturing out solo.

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Restaurants

The Best Restaurants Open On Monday Night In Sydney

Monday can be one of the best nights to go out for dinner in Sydney. You just need to know where to go and what's open—and that's where we come in.

Cafes

20 Of The Best Spots For Breakfast In Sydney Right Now

Start your day with toasties, congee, hotcakes and more at the best spots for breakfast in Sydney.

Best Of

Where To Find Sydney’s Best Strawberry Matcha Lattes

Sydney's best strawberry matcha lattes, both iced and hot, bitter and sweet, with purée and without, that should be on your matcha hit list.

Cafes

10 Of The Best Spots For Onigiri In Sydney

Don't be deceived by onigiri—these simple triangles of rice can pack big flavours in their hand-held forms.

Best Of

10 Of The Best Spots For Yum Cha In Sydney

Where would we be without yum cha? We're talking xiao long bao, prawn rice noodles, chicken feet and mango pancakes, all day every day.

Local Escapes

These Are The Best Canberra Bars Right Now

We know Albo loves a beer—so it makes sense that Canberra bars are absolutely killing it when it comes to the cool factor.

Restaurants

Sydney’s Best Tiramisu And Where To Find It In 2024

Served by the scoop, dusted in chocolate, and filled with espresso-soaked ladyfingers—tiramisu is an elite dessert. In Sydney, you'll find traditional slices and more unconventional versions of the original, each as delicious as the next.

Best Of

The Best Cafes On The Northern Beaches

Whether you prefer sweet treats or savoury delights, the Northern Beaches has some of the best cafes to enjoy a morning coffee, all-day brekkie, brunch or lunch.

Activities & Itineraries

The Best Free And Cheap Things To Do In Sydney In June

These are the best free and cheap things to do in Sydney this month.

Restaurants

The Best Hotel Restaurants In Sydney In 2024

The days of mediocre hotel restaurants in Sydney are thankfully behind us.

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Cafes

The Best Dog-Friendly Cafes In Sydney

Kick back with a post-walk coffee with your bestie at the best dog-friendly cafes in Sydney.

Restaurants

20 Delicious Spots For Late-Night Food In Sydney Right Now

We've rounded up some of the best restaurants, cocktail bars, and takeaway joints around Sydney offering amazing food after that dreaded 9pm cut-off.

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Sydney’s Best Gluten-Free Friendly Restaurants In 2024

From GF pasta to croissants, ramen, bread, and more.

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15 Of The Best Banh Mi In Sydney Right Now

Whether you call them banh mi, pork rolls or Vietnamese sandwiches—these are the best in Sydney.

Restaurants

The Best BYO Restaurants In Sydney Right Now

Whether you're saving up or cracking a bottle you've been saving, these are the best Sydney BYO restaurants.

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Bars & Pubs

The Best Surry Hills Bars In 2024

Surry Hills bars are some of Sydney's top drinking destinations, whether you're chasing margaritas, natural wines or Negronis.

Food & Drink

12 Sydney Meal Delivery Services To Try This Month

Instead of braving the supermarket, jump on the bandwagon of meal delivery services that will not only skip the queues but make your tastebuds jump for joy.

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Bakeries & Delis

Where To Find The Best Croissants In Sydney

Whether you like them plain or filled, sweet or savoury, here's Urban List's take on where to find the best croissants in Sydney.

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Bars & Pubs

The Best Martinis In Sydney Right Now

Whether you like your martini with a twist, with gin or vodka (or both!), or filthier than a Kings Cross club floor circa 2008, the martini is a classic for a reason.

Restaurants

10 Of The Best Snacks In Sydney Right Now

Because Sydney loves a one-bite-wonder, these are the best snacks in town right now.

Bakeries & Delis

Where To Find The Best Fruit Mince Pies In Sydney This Year

Few things herald the arrival of the festive season like tucking into you first fruit mince pie—or, at least, having a debate about them.

Kid-friendly Venues

The Best Kid-Friendly Pubs In Sydney

Pint for you, pink lemonade for them.