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When you walk in and see walls lined with bottles and bottles of wine (120 and counting), you know you’re onto a winner. Add in the fact that they’re au natural and you can say CYA to the rest of your afternoon. Speaking of, we’d like to introduce you to our new friend, Where’s Nick.

We’re willing to try anything once. No really, we are and ICYMI cryotherapy is basically the genie who’ll grant you all of your health wishes. You’ll just have to endure the odd (really, it’s the best word we can think of) sensation for up to two minutes. Sounds simple, huh.

Monkey’s Corner is a brand new fly-on-the-wall CBD bar serving up damn good cocktails. This one is by the same team behind KOI Dessert Bar (aka The Poernomo Brothers), so you know it’ll be good. The menu is solid, with a substantial selection of spirits, wine and beer, and they’re even serving Orion and Asahi on tap. Yes and yes.  

Down N' Out Burgers have just opened a new store (their first standalone store, in fact) in Top Ryde. We repeat—Ryde, you just became a bunch of lucky burger-loving humans. The fit-out has a distinct comic book feel and their American-style burgers are nothing short of OTT. Oh, and this is probably the closest you’ll come to an In-N-Out burger outside the US.

For those days when you want, no need, something just this side of ‘clog my veins with naughtiness’, we give you Thiq Bar & Eatery. That means you’ll be filling your face with a hot pastrami burger for brunch and a not-your-average-schnitty schnitzel for dinner FYI. 

At the foot of the Blue Mountains in Penrith lies Henri Marc, a cosy café housed in an industrial building opened by husband and wife Sophia and Aaron Bernecki. On the menu is a coffee blend from Surry Hills institution Reuben Hills as well as a daily-changing menu of food by the chef couple. You'll be surprised to find delights like caramel on toast (yes, really) as well your typical breakfast staples with ingredient twists. Oh, and their hot choc is off the chain and served with a cute little skewer of toasted marshmallows. 

The geniuses behind Scout’s Honour (best sandwiches everrrr) and Morris (ultimate brunch goals) have opened a small bar in Redfern and it needs to jump to the top of your hit list STAT. Bart Jr. is mixing up the menu every three weeks with seasonal food and drink offerings so you can get your paws on alllll of the things. We could tell you how much we love their heartwarming congee or their crispy halloumi topped with burnt honey and roasted hazelnuts, but you’d have to get there real quick, because like we said, their menu is changing all the damn time. 

Just when you thought Restaurant Hubert couldn't get cooler, the legendary team open Bridge Bon Appétit on the mezzanine level and there's a whole new space to check out while you wait for your table.

Hotel Steyne is one of Manly’s best-kept secrets. It has been around since 1859 (yes, really), and there’s a whole lot more to this local gem than meets the eye.

We know you guys go a little cray cray over doughnuts. Whether it’s on a stick, slathered in Nutella or just an O.G cinnamon doughnut, you love it (oh you know it’s true). Well, Sydney has just scored a dessert bar dedicated to all things doughnut and we have a feeling that it’s about to get a little bit out of control, in a good way. 

Yang’s Dumplings is a Shanghainese dumpling Mecca in Burwood, known for making all of their delicious little parcels of joy from scratch. This is their second Sydney outpost and unlike the first, they’re serving more than just sheng jian bao and xiao long bao. The menu here also features other dumpling favourites, like pan fried dumplings (guo tie) and wontons, but our hot tip is to add all of the chilli oil and peanut sauce to everything you order.

Everyone’s favourite chicken shop is breaking into the inner west with the newest Chargrill Charlie's outpost taking over Annandale. Too extreme? We think no. Gone are the days of crossing all bridges and braving allllllll tolls to get your fix of juicy, delicious chicken with salads and fries on the side. We’re all excited. 

Tucked away in the oh-so trendy Potts Point foodie scene, The Hyde Restaurant is your go-to for tres bien modern European inspired feasts. Here you’ll find a curated collection of dishes that will have you chomping your way through the flavours of Spain, France and Italy with a cocktail in hand or one of everything from the wine list (we don't judge). 

Marrickville's answer to modern Mediterranean deliciousness, Bazaari is owned by chef Darryl Martin (former chef of many excellent places; Quay, Foveaux, and 3 Weeds for starters) and Andrew Jordanou. These two have opened a family-style restaurant but with an edgy feel and the same could be said for the food, where contemporary spins on old classics are king.

Since opening their doors in Bondi Beach way back in 2016, Milky Lane has already planted themselves firmly on many Sydneysider’s foodie hit lists. Serving cocktails and burgers, it’s their desserts that have got everyone talking. Pretty much when it comes to these guys there is nothing they can't pimp the absolute shiz out of. Most recently they've given hungry Sydney bellies their Belgian waffle sandwich. FYI the waffles have caramelised banana in them, with Ferrero Rocher gelato between, and a deep-fried Ferrero Rocher on top. It’s all lovingly finished with a healthy drizzle of maple syrup and liquid Nutella, before being garnished with crushed Ferreros. We know, deep breaths.

Wings and Tins is coming to Sydney and for lovers of an ice cold brew and finger licking good buffalo wings, this one is a no brainer. Before you go thinking that this place is keeping it simple with an entire menu starring two of our favourite things, well, think again. 

If there’s one thing we love about summer it’s drinking outdoors, which is why we couldn’t be any more excited about the newly renovated Paragon Hotel in the CBD.

If there’s one thing worth going OTB for, it’s Firefly. Tucked away in Neutral Bay, this hidden gem is loved by locals for a reason. Whether you’re popping by for birthday drinks, impressing the pants off your date with a delicious dinner or kicking back for a classic weekend long lunch, there’s no doubt about it—you’re in good hands.

Hanging out in Sydney’s inner west (well, Petersham to be precise), Brighton the Corner is your answer to local feasts and coffee. The menu offers a gourmet twist on brekky classics and don’t worry because we’re about to explain exactly what that means. Think dishes of chorizo poached eggs with red pepper relish, rösti and rocket leaves, and their special wrap, aptly named the wrapture—creamy scrambled eggs with crispy bacon bits and shallots all wrapped up in a warm tortilla. 

Little Box Of Happiness is an awesome delivery service sending out bundles of joy to happy Sydney siders on the daily. Filled with goodies designed to lift your mood, help you relax and get you enjoying some "me time", the boxes are the perfect gift for anyone who needs a little extra sunshine in their lives, or just for yourself!

There’s nothing better than finding a local that knows how to dish up a delicious pub meal AND mix a mean cocktail. That friends, is exactly why we love everything about Crows Nest Hotel, they do both these things and they do them damn well.

The Lobby Cucina & Bar is a new sneaky (and slick) restaurant slash bar in Lilyfield, that’s so sneaky we’re only just finding out about it now. This is exactly the kind of place you want to hide on cold nights and drink on hot days, it’s tucked away on the ground floor at Le Montage and take it from one cocktail tragic to another, it’s well worth stopping by.

Darlinghurst has welcomed a new restaurant to its ranks and we’re talking about Joe’s Table, where you’ll find deliciously tasty lunch and dinners with a South East Asian influence. The owner Joe Kitsana is the former chef of Longrain and Phamish, a huge hint that Joe’s Table is going to be a knock out. 

Acai Brothers is the only place to head for all of the acai bowls you can handle. A passion project by two brothers (well, from other mothers, but you get it) who swear that acai is the secret behind their past lives as athletes. Yup, this place is definitely delivering the goods when it comes to acai—do you need us to say it one more time? You get it. 

Bay Vista Dessert Bar is south Sydney’s answer to ridiculous desserts and now it’s headed for the west. This place has it all. No really, the menu goes on for days (near enough anyway). Yes, they serve traditional desserts (think Cannoli, log cake, and banana split) but the fun doesn’t stop there. 

Frenchie’s in Rosebery is the new kid on the block and they’re all about bringing the Parisian bistronomy culture to Sydney, at an affordable price. Well, we’re sold already. 

Escape into a world of tranquility as you step into To Wonderland Wellness Spa. This spa in Sydney will harmonise your mind, body and soul with their heavenly spa menu. Opt for a blissed-out body wrap, a full-body salt scrub or eliminate toxins with a therapeutic lymphatic drainage massage and we’ll promise you’ll leave feeling fresh AF. Or just go all out with one of their colonics (it's their speciality).

Hiding in plain sight, Cafenome is one of the newest cafes to set up camp on the inner west and south Sydney cusp in Tempe. Serving up delicious house-roasted coffee and a concise menu of brunch classics, this is where you need to head this weekend. Trust us. 

We know you guys, which means that we also know your love of a new rooftop bar. Well team, Level Seven is a brand spankin’ New York inspired rooftop bar at Primus Hotel Sydney and we all know that’s the best kind of rooftop bar. 

Bistro on the Greens is South Coogee Bowling Club’s fresh new (you guessed it) bistro. This one is light and bright, with a flowing floor outdoor slash indoor space that brings the salty sea breeze all day long. 

If you like your Indian spicy, hot and full of flavour, you're going to love everything about Masala Theory in Surry Hills. Tucked away in a terrace on Crown Street, this trendy little place is perfect for a rowdy BYO dinner or casual (and potentially awkward) first date. The atmosphere here is electric—don’t be shocked if you walk away from your meal with a new life-long friend in your table-neighbour! 

Just when you thought you couldn't fit anything else on your Sydney bucket list, Barangaroo goes and opens another must visit restaurant. Brought to you by the Lotus Dining Group (think Lotus, Madame Shanghai and Papa Bo Min), Bing's Bao & Beer is a trendy, retro-style eatery that guarantees good times.

Long-time sushi masters, Sushi Hon, have joined forces with Design Clarity to create the artsy laneway joint, Sushi Hon Izakaya in Barangaroo. Izakaya is Japanese for bar or drinking tavern, so it makes sense that Sushi Hon Izakaya delivers a mix of pub and sushi train vibes—perfect for after work drinks or snacks. 

Melbourne’s much-loved Rosetta are finally bringing fine Italian dining to Grosvenor Place in Sydney. Spanning three levels including an outdoor terrace overlooking the harbour, the entire place oozes Positano vibes all thanks to the coastal decor, mosaic tiles, and a colour palette of sparkling emerald green and sapphire blue hues. 

Fast track your recovery and reach a state of functional zen (definitely a thing) with the latest and greatest health trend we know you’re going to love. Whether you’re a gym junkie or just get a little too competitive (not sure that one’s a thing) at social touch footy on the weekend, KOA Recovery in Waterloo has a bunch of treatments to help your muscles recover ASAP.  

The team behind one of Sydney’s most institutional restaurants, Porteno, have gone and done it again. They’ve just thrown the doors open to a brand new wine bar and wine shop in Surry Hills right behind their flagship restaurant and true to form, it’s an absolute winner. 

King Street has welcomed its newest bar to the ranks of every-growing winners, Gurdys, and the warm and fuzzies are coming in very strong at this one. Drinks are what owners, Clare and Brett Davis, know best and they’ve channelled their decades of industry experience into a bomb cocktail menu, with each one served in vintage cut glasses. 

If, like us, bacon is life then you’ll be pretty damn happy to hear that the same masterminds who brought you the ridiculously good bacon festival earlier this year have set up camp on Crown Street in Surry Hills. FYI, their bacon goodness has come along for the ride too (obviously).  

Melbourne’s fave spicy noodle spot, Dainty Sichuan, has finally opened its doors in Sydney’s World Square. Lovers of all things Sichuan and spice will want to get their hands on the signature Chongqing noodles, which feature traditional ramen noodles, fresh bok choy and the intensely flavourful but mouth-numbing chicken chilli broth. FYI, the burning sensation comes from the Sichuan pepper, and not the actual chilli. You’ve been warned—this one is not for the faint hearted. 

The legends behind your favourite beachfront bar, Bucket List, have just opened a poké bowl shop in Greenwood Plaza and you can consider your daily work lunch #sorted. Poké has well and truly stolen our hearts this year and we don’t even care if it’s the middle of winter—this is where we’re heading for healthy lunches on the daily. 

China Diner has been a mainstay on the Bondi food scene since 2014 and now they’ve moved slightly (yes, only slightly) closer to the city, setting up shop in Double Bay. The fit out is comfortable with an American diner feel—from the sprawling cocktail bar where you can sit and watch the cocktail magic happen, to the cosy booths designed for really settling in.

Wake up dreaming of pizza? Rosebery’s latest Lebanese-style brunch spot has got you covered. These guys are serving up the breakfast of champions and yes, we are talking about pizza. Baked in their own pizza oven and topped with everything from smoked salmon to kale pesto to mushroom, chorizo, and even fattoush, these are breakfast pizzas and we’ll take any excuse to have pizza before noon. 

Kin & Kind is the home of Sydney’s best workshops for parents, with classes that’ll feed your creativity (hello indoor gardening), your belly (hit up the kimchi workshop) or teaches you how to master the art of the perfect phone-shot movie. Founders Miriam and Josie are the brains behind this genius operation, offering a dynamic alternative to the standard child-focused activities on offer. 

ICYMI birthday cards are so 2016; now the only way to celebrate another spin around the sun is with a big ol’ cake delivered direct to your door.

Good company and phenomenal coffee are what Small Talk Coffee in Dulwich Hill is all about—so far it’s obviously ticking all of our boxes. Owner Samuel Terrey has created a chilled space where you can pop in for friendly vibes and damn good coffee—the beans are by local coffee wizards, Reuben Hills FYI. The focus here is on simplicity, so the coffee and food are the real stars of the show at Small Talk Coffee. Exposed brick walls, plain monochrome tiles and a black and white aesthetic give this place a minimalist feel, which we love.

They sure know how to mix a G&T at The Glasshouse. And of course they do—it’s a dedicated gin bar, gosh darn it, with over 25 gins from around the world, and specialist gin bartenders on hand to tailor your gin cocktail to your taste. Oh, and did we mention it’s on a rooftop overlooking Manly Beach?

There’s so much more to #wellness than goodness bowls and green juices. Known for their ah-mazing yoga and Pilates classes, Body Mind Life has just opened Vrai Health, introducing Sydneysiders to the HCO approach to health—that’s hot, cold, and oxygen—ICYMI (don’t worry, we’ll forgive you for that one). Always up for trying new things, that’s just how we roll guys; we headed on down to Surry Hills to give Vrai Health a road test, all in the name of research.

Redfern locals, Moon Park are changing things up, with a new name—Paper Bird—and a new home in Potts Point.You can hit this one up for Japanese, Taiwanese, Chinese and Korean-inspired food, so yes, this will sit very firmly in the Asian fusion camp (and we’re okay with it). 

Rushcutters Bay, it’s time to prepare yourself for a newcomer, Marta, set to open mid-September. Marta will be a refined Roman restaurant, emerging in Popolo’s former premises (which is relocating to the CBD—don’t panic) where designers will create a seamless indoor and outdoor, communal yet intimate dining space. Popolo’s own Flavio Carnevale says the space will embody the energy and theatre of the famous drinking holes in Rome and we very much like the sound of that. 

One of the Northside’s favourite cafes is opening up shop in Barangaroo and yes, this is where you’ll be heading for your morning coffee and business meetings from now on. If their first outpost is anything to go by, then the plates coming over the pass will be piled high with fresher-than-fresh breakfast fare, hearty lunch time eats and will up your insta game immediately. You'll also be able to head here after work for dinner and cocktails because they really do it all. 

Potts Point has a new all-day eatery, where you can start your day with a coffee, spend the afternoon eating your weight in delicious deli-style food and round out the afternoon with a cheeky bev. Yes, this is definitely the kind of place where you should settle in and stay a while.

SpeedFit is finally coming to the CBD this August and you should be more than a little bit excited about it.

With all the food we love to eat, we’re alllll about fitness (or have to be). So it’ll come as no surprise that we’re giddy with excitement to hear SpeedFit is finally coming to Sydney. Yes, we’re serious, and yes, you should be giddy with excitement too.

Tuxedo is Sydney’s first venue dedicated to espresso martinis and, because they are committed to making all of our dreams come true, they even serve them on tap.

Banh mi oh my, a DIY banh mi store has opened its doors in Burwood and if you’re the kind of person who loves a little bit of everything on your roll, this one’s for you. 

Cook & Archies is one of Surry Hills’ best-kept secrets. Tucked away just off Devonshire Street, this trendy eatery is loved by locals for good reason.

Lovers of extreme exercise and anything that involves HIIT (that’s high-intensity interval training), listen up, because we’ve just found your new favourite thing. The Barre Project has hit the Sydney CBD and if you’re not familiar with what barre actually is, well, you’re about to be. 

4 Ounces Burger Co has just opened in Alexandria and take it from us, they’ve taken the burger game to a whole new level, and everything here is RnB themed (literally everything). From the graffiti-esque wall art to the names of burgers themselves, and of course the background music—is it too soon to use the words ‘whole new level’ again?

Inspired by both modern and traditional Chinese culture, Jade Temple is Neil Perry’s latest outpost and is the sister venue to Sydney fave, Spice Temple. The interiors include two giant cast-iron lion statues (and we do mean giant) standing guard at the entrance, traditional bamboo screens throughout, and live fish tanks inside the kitchen. The menu is designed to share, with a banquet menu featuring meats like the char sui, whole roast duck, and the zesty lemon chicken. Asian staples such as dumplings, steamed buns, and wontons are also on the menu (phew).

If you’ve been looking for somewhere nicer than a boring ol’ food court to spend your lunch break, then look no further guys, because District Brasserie is here to save you from your sad lunches (and yourself). This place mixes French fine dining with casual take-away vibes with their new brasserie and bakery (a match made in foodie heaven, if we do say so). We’re suckers for the aged brass and polished marble fit out that brings just the right amount of fancy to your brekky/lunch meeting/dinner date/day. It’s sophisticated without being schmancy, so obviously it’s our kind of place.