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Drink, nibble and head-bop along to some relaxed tunes and the cocktails or your drink of choice. The share plates will take you around the world, which makes it perfect for groups with varied palates. From the Southern USA to Spain, Italy and back home with some modern Australian favourites - Different Drummer bite-sizes Glebe's multi-cultural scene. 

Beach, babes, baristas - The Boathouse has it all, and now it has brought the same charm from its sun-kissed sisters to Manly. Kick back and enjoy the view at sunrise, grab some cocktails at sunset or prepare for a long, leisurely lunch. 

Laksa Laksa is one of Sydney's most well known (and slurped) laksa houses, a favourite lunch option when you and your wallet need a little cheering up. Try the chicken laksa, where chunks of chicken soak up the spicy soup.

Café by day and bar by night, The Goodwill Society is sure to please at any time. Warm up in the morning sun with a relaxing breakfast and coffee on their alfresco terrace, or finish the day off with a drink (or two) at their bar.

Maximise your brow game at Hollywood Eyebrows in Avalon Beach or Double Bay. They take eyebrow perfection seriously here with a personalised and detailed approach to eyebrow sculpting that will leave you looking picture perfect and feeling fabulous.

Dining at Sydney Chinese restaurant, Lan Yuan Restaurant, will have you feeling like a true panda in Top Ryde. Their dining area is inspired by the traditional lan yuan bamboo gardens of Southern China and provides a sophisticated and relaxed dining experience.

Chef Darrell Felstead is dishing out Modern Australian culinary masterpieces at Foveaux St. Dining in Surry Hills. His innovative menu features items like a Pigs Head Terrine, Braised Tamarind Short Ribs and Coconut parfait with lychee rice paper.

There are lots of good things happening in Hunters Hill these days. And Sydney café, Stain @ The Hill is certainly one of them. Brunch here is delicious and includes their ever-popular baked eggs and Insta-worthy French toast, however you can select pretty much anything from their menu and be completely satisfied (big breakfast, anyone?). If you're after something a bit healthy, there are fresh squeezed juices available to give you a vitamin boost.

This small and sweet bar located on buzzing Glebe Point Road has got all the locals talking. Pull up a stool at The Little Guy for a friendly catch-up around a couple of Australian crafted beers, boutique wines or something fancier from their weekly changing cocktail list.

Sixpenny is lauded as one of Sydney’s best restaurants and it’s not hard to see why. Headed up by James Parry and Daniel Puskas, the food at this inner west restaurant is fresh and refined, earthy and delicious. They don’t do on-trend or dude food here, but focus on fresh and local produce. If you’re up for it, the matching wines are an excellent way to enjoy your meal, but really, it’s all about the food.

Attention CBD workers: you now have another healthy lunch option that'll actually taste as amazing as it looks. 

Quincy is a must-visit shop for anyone who likes nice things, and wearing them in particular. This terrace in the heart of Woollahra showcases shoes, bags and accessories from internationally renowned designers. Following European seasons, your wardrobe will never be out of style. Bonus: you can shop online when it's cold and you're lazy. Score.

Gingko Leaf has some of the most beautiful artisan Japanese home wares and kitchen wears on offer in Sydney. They specialise in well-crafted, well-designed, contemporary Japanese household items that bring joy to their users. Throughout the beautiful store you’ll find ceramics, porcelain, glassware, woodcrafts, ironware, bath and bed textiles to furnish your home.

Olsen Irwin is the product of Tim Olsen Gallery joining forces with art dealer Rex Irwin to exhibit a broad range of Australian and international art in the gallery, online and at arts fairs. There is a continually changing exhibition calendar showcasing emerging and established artists, which have been cultivated by Tim and Rex to represent a comprehensive and poignant view of contemporary arts in Australia.

This boutique in the heart of leafy Woollahra carries sophisticated, edgy collections from fashion labels around the world including Johnny Was, Majestic, Paige and Annie Campbell Jewellery. Ruby & Min also have their own label called Just Min, which focuses on fashion forward leather, silks and cashmeres.

Izakaya food, wine and sake all make for a great time, especially at Japaz - a Japanese restaurant in Neutral Bay. Whether you are dining alone or with a large group of people, the staff are friendly, knowledgeable and eager to help you have the best meal possible. The menu ranges from traditional gyoza to more modern roasted eggplant with Jamon Serrano miso ginger sauce, making Japaz an exciting and delicious dining experience.

Previously known as the Spooning Goats, The SG is a cosy inner city bar is decked out with retro furniture and filling you up with both beers and cocktails. The SG keeps things interesting with live music on Thurday nights and arcade games, priding itself on its Atari 2600, which for you noobs out there was the console for the original Pacman. 

There are no shortage of hairdressers in Surry Hills, but if you’re looking for a place that has been making their clients look all kinds of fabulous for over 25 years, Surry Cutters on Crown Street is the place to be. 

Li'l Darlin in Surry Hills is known for its creative cocktails and deliciously inventive pizza menu (think grilled chicken pancetta, meatballs, prosciutto and blue cheese, drool). Take your wine and tapas early in a relaxed environment or stay late to enjoy a fun night out. Li'l Darlin also offer cocktail classes and ladies lunch, so get down there!

This bar in the heart of the city on George Street exudes style and sophistication with the perfect party atmosphere. The large bar is full of large iron columns and a 42-metre long marble bar centrepiece. 

Push Bar is in the heart of The Rocks and is full of the charm, history and character that make that part of Sydney so special. There are a range of craft, boutique and international beers, classic cocktails and a large range of Australian and International wines, as well as a fun menu to line your stomach.

For years the Woollahra Hotel has been one of the most iconic venues of the Eastern Suburbs. Now, thanks to a massive three-month revamp, the Art Deco pub continues to be a neighbourhood favourite—just with a fresh lick of paint. 

Based in leafy Mosman, Petite Retreat sells stylish and modern outdoor furniture and accessories ideal for smaller city outdoor spaces. If you’re looking to fit out your balcony, patio or courtyard, they have plenty of dining sets, lounge chairs, benches and sofas and are happy to post stock across Sydney. Win!

This Surry Hills fish and chip shop is a family owned business, bringing mouth-watering seafood to the trendy hub of Surry Hills.

If you go to the Eating World food court, there will be a long line at one little shop front, and that will be Gumshara. Known for being some of the best ramen in Sydney, the tonkotsu ramen is the go-to dish here that has earnt them a cult following, the collagen filled broth super porky, thick and rich.

The Buena Vista Hotel in Mosman has been given a makeover by the folks that did Woolwich Pier Hotel and it’s now one of the best hotels in Mosman. With plenty of natural light, a knockout cocktail list and a delicious menu full of classics and more inspired dishes, this is definitely the kind of place you can bring your mates or your mum, for a quick drink or for a long lunch.

Tucked away in Stanmore, Paper Cup cafe is a place for coffee, food and conversation that has something to offer locals on their way to work or friends who want to catch up over a few hours.

This long standing Surry Hills café is a local favourite for a reason—it’s reliably top notch for brekkie and lunch classics. With a winning menu full of favourites (which makes selecting a meal kind of difficult) and delicious coffee, Le Monde is a great choice for brunch with friends or a mid-week lunch if you’re in the area.

Established in 2000, The Meat and Wine Co has been delivering the goods when it comes to some of the best steak in Sydney. The restaurant, which has multiple locations around Sydney, has a bit of an African flair mixed in with an Aussie feel. Don't miss the weekday happy hours which include well priced cocktails and tapas.

Oregano is providing Sydney with arguably the best scrolls in the country. The Hurstville bakery churns out great pizzas and wraps, but the real stars of the show are the scrolls, which are also available in many cafés in Sydney.

What was once a sly grog shop of underworld figure Kate Leigh (hence the name), Sly is a Surry Hills café which prides themselves on excellent coffee and comforting toasted sandwiches and jaffles. If toasted sandwiches aren’t your thing (are you crazy?!), Sly also serves up decadent crumpets with honeycomb butter and date syrup, muesli and truffled scrambled eggs.

By now, everyone has heard of Kombucha – that weird sounding cultured drink that boasts millions of health benefits. Well, health trend fanatics can relax because we now have our very own, best-of-the-best kombucha bar in Sydney!

Nestled in the heart of Surry Hills, Peak Health Services are your premier practitioners for all things health. Their qualified professionals offer comprehensive treatments tailored to your personal health needs. Whether you need physiotherapy, a remedial massage or a running assessment, Peak Health Services is the place to go to get your health back on track. 

Mum Sabai, literally ‘relaxing corner’ certainly lives up to its name. Specialising in traditional Thai massages, this haven on the North Shore is the best of its kind. If Thai massages aren’t your thing, then relish in their unique facials or a relaxing foot scrub to heal your body and relax your mind after a long working week. 

This beautiful day spa in Sydney will transport you to another world in the midst of busy city life. Alysium Spa prides itself on authentic natural healing methods to pamper your body and your mind.

Cake lovers unite! We’ve found the perfect place if you’re in need of a speciality cake for any occasion, or even an afternoon pick-me-up.

Get your threads for any season at Supply in Darlinghurst. This select clothing retail stocks both local and imported brands from around the world. Here you can find products from the likes of Adidas, Nike and Patagonia to keep you on top of your fashion game. If you want the convenience and prefer to make purchases in your pyjamas, then shop on their online store.

Rosebery is home to Sanpo Japanese Restaurant, which offers beautiful Japanese cuisine of high quality at a reasonable price. They serve deliciously fresh sushi and sashimi, along with warming bowls of udon and ramen to fill you up for brunch, lunch or dinner.

This new rooftop bar in Sydney's CBD is set to become a major destination for more than its lush space.

The Body Spot not only lets you lie down and listen to the crashing of waves, you can also get one of the best massages in Sydney. This makes it just about the most relaxing place on earth. Located at Bondi Icebergs overlooking the world famous pool and beach, it is the perfect location to unwind for the day with a massage, body scrub or even a deep sea mud wrap.  

Whether you’re an early riser or endure the morning madness, wake up to a warm cup of freshly brewed coffee from the friendly baristas at Sydney café, Communion Coffee in Redfern.

This Pilates studio is firming up the good people of Balmain one position at a time. These 50-minute classes are high intensity work-outs designed to improve you both mentally and physically. With showers, changerooms, chilled water and complimentary sweat towels (you’re probably going to need them), KX Pilates in Balmain created the perfect atmosphere to get fit and toned.

A good bagel in Sydney can be hard to find. Fortunately, Brooklyn Boy Bagels has come to the carby rescue with their authentic NYC style bagels. The bagels at Brooklyn Boy Bagels are all hand rolled and kettle boiled so that you get the true chewiness and depth of flavour that bagels are meant to have. They closed up shop in Matraville in 2016 and have been hitting the market scene ever since, but their new store in Marrickville is set to open this year.

The second pizza restaurant of pizza master, Lucio de Falco, Lucio Pizzeria is serving up traditional Napoli style pizza to the good folk of Zetland. With a mozzerella bar, wine bar and their solid line-up of pizzas, prepare to enter some kind of bliss-like state after a lunch or dinner at this Sydney restaurant.

The motto of this hair salon is “The world maybe a mess, but my hair is beautiful”, and that is something we can totally get on board with. Nothing beats a good day at the salon that leave you walking out feeling like a whole new person, with a whole new ‘do. The team have over 100 years in combined experience with hair, which means you can trust them to keep you looking fresh and fierce, always. Canvas is a certified American Crew Alpha Salon, specializing in men's styling and Crew products, but not to worry ladies they’ll look after you just as well!

Ever feel like you are downward dogging on the wrong side of the classroom during yoga? If so, you should think about taking your zen to the next level and giving The Yoga Institute in Cammeray a visit. This Sydney yoga studio is committed to training students in a highly engaging learning environment through online and face-to-face tuition. With their team of lecturing staff and mentors who are passionate about yoga, The Yoga Institute will inform, inspire and nurture your soul.

Wild Sage is a popular restaurant in Cammeray serving up breakfast, lunch and dinner to hungry locals. With modern Australian classics like smashed avo on toast (we really can't get enough of these) and a delicious dinner menu, it's easy to see why this is one of the more popular eateries in Cammeray.

Who doesn’t love a hidden basement bar that turns out to be a thumping good time? That’s right, no one. This CBD bar has seen hangry workers arrive in droves for a piping hot pizza or a couple of share plates to kick off the evening.

Some of the best Greek food in Sydney can be found in this eatery nestled away in Five Dock. Think souvlaki chargrilled to perfection, fresh pita bread and damn delicious lamb to boot. The freshest ingredients are all that’s used at Gyros Fix, not to mention they’ve won our hearts with the Nutella pita bread and traditional rice pudding dessert!

This Surry Hills café, restaurant and gallery project is making waves on the scene is giving 100% of its profits to not-for-profit organisations.

If you haven’t been to Bonditony’s, get out from that rock you’ve been under and drive yourself down to Bondi Beach. The family-owned burger joint has adopted a rock and roll theme, paying homage to the owner’s former life in the music biz. Expect to hear plenty of the 70s, 80s and 90s hits as you down a bevvy alongside your meal, and don’t be afraid to let loose as you embrace the good tunes and even better vibes. 

INC. Café is adding to the edgy buzz of Cronulla’s food scene. A graffiti covered wall greets you on your way in as you take in the gothic-punk vibes created by the brick walls, zebra printed chairs and bejewelled chandeliers.

Don’t be startled by the name, Grumpy Donuts are not the scowl-inducing kind (how could they be, it’s a donut!). From an original, vanilla glazed doughy ball to the more adventurous buttered toast flavour (a brown butter frosting with a sweet crumb of toasted brioche), Grumpy Donuts can cater to whatever mood you’re in. Order online for a treat that’s sure to tickle your tastebuds and put a smile on your dial. 

Cheap and delicious is really what ramen is all about and Hakata Maru has you covered on both fronts. Their tonkotsu is their specialty and they have plenty of toppings to customise your delicious bowl of comfort.

The dumpling mega-chain is popping up all over Sydney, with a massive restaurant in Chatswood. Din Tai Fung is known for their super fresh dumplings and speedy service, making it a great place to go in your lunch break or for a quick pit stop between shopping marathons.

Elbow Room Espresso brings the hipster coffee scene to the suburbs, serving up cold drip, aero press, and chemex along with the standard mochas and lattes. The friendly staff are committed to great coffee and good food, offering a range of inventive breakfast and lunch dishes as well as a range of pressed juices and alternative tea blends.

The fantastic Mexican produced by the team at El Loco just couldn’t be contained to Surry Hills, and so El Loco at Slip Inn was born, taking over a massive outdoor space with multiple bars, plenty of tables and great music. It’s the perfect place to go with a group for tacos and margaritas, and they always have different specials on to keep your wallet as happy as you!

Pla Rojratanavichai has some serious kitchen credentials, spending time at Ms. G’s, Mr. Wong and Spice I Am before opening up his own Thai venture in Chatswood. The snug space is constantly busy with people getting their fix of stir fried pork belly, chargrilled baby octopus and heavenly sweet and sour pork ribs that have earnt themselves a cult following. Add some 90’s hip-hop playing in the background and you’ve got a fun restaurant serving standout Thai food.

Online butchers, the Meat Society, source their meat from the same suppliers as Sydney's top restaurants and deliver the fresh, quality cuts right to your doorstep, helping lazy people be healthy is just what they do. Join the society and view the ever-changing variety of cuts available online for supermarket prices and hatted-restaurant quality. Score.

This American style restaurant in Sydney serves lobster rolls so legit that you might think you’re on a boat in Maine. Located in Potts Point, the focus at Waterman’s Lobster Co is on fresh produce used simply to create delicious food. There are a range of American inspired cocktails and beers, as well as local beers and wine to wash down all the seafood deliciousness.