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Bringing big neighbourly vibes and epic cocktails, Otis is a slick cocktail bar that’s all about good times, with a sunny front nook, revamped upstairs lounge, and ample opps for people-watching.

Randy's in Avalon spent a hot minute being a beachside sandwich joint—before becoming the coolest wine bar on the north side of the Northern Beaches.

Housed within the refurbished Bondi Pavilion, Glory Days is an all-day diner dishing out sunny breakfast and lunch complete with uninterrupted views of the one and only Bondi Beach.

St Siandra brings a little of the Amalfi to the sparkly waters of Middle Harbour.

With bucketloads of Euro charm in a petite Kings Cross location, consider Vermuteria an absolute must for a date-night delight.

For a central Sydney stay, 202 Elizabeth is a gem with style and substance. The 38-room, dog-friendly boutique hotel in the heart of Surry Hills is a stone's throw from the neighbourhood’s restaurants, bars and theatres, and a short stroll from the middle of the city.

Reviving the former site of Automata at The Old Clare Hotel, Longshore is a seafood-focused restaurant and bar by Sydney hospitality duo Jarrod Walsh and Dot Lee (ex-Hartsyard).

The CBD’s Fabbrica Pasta Shop has headed west, with a year-long residency inside Balmain’s historic Exchange Hotel opening in February.

Ever stood in line at the bar and felt your buzz start to wear off? What if you could pre-pay and pour your own drinks? It'd be like a house party, with a full bar at your fingertips. 

Bar Lucia is the latest in a wave of new wine bars opening in Sydney in 2023—this time with a charming Madrid-inspired aesthetic, a fresh tapas menu, and a focus on female winemakers. 

The restaurateurs behind noted Canberra venue Pilot have backed up their stylish creds with Such and Such, a modern eatery and bar in the heart of the capital. 

Fans of Golden Century officially have somewhere new to get their fix. The group behind the now-closed but forever iconic Golden Century restaurant has taken on more real estate at The Exchange building at Darling Square with Golden Century BBQ.

When it comes to choosing a hotel in the Sydney CBD, you really are spoilt for choice. But, if you’re seeking an ultra-luxe experience, look no further than Hyatt Regency Sydney.

Celebrated chef Chase Kojima is one of Australia’s best and most influential Japanese chefs. He's the creative genius behind Japanese fine diner Sokyo. Senpai Ramen is his rule-breaking ramen joint. 

With The Abercrombie's massive makeover in late 2022 came Casa Rosa on its second floor—the first publicly accessible use of the space.

Bringing Middle Eastern flavours and heart to Chippendale, Zigi's Wine Bar is all about sharing great food, wine, cheese and experiences with friends new and old (and dogs!).

Between them, chefs Nathan Sasi and Morgan McGlone boast experience in some impressive venues: Adelaide's Leigh Street Wine Room, Belle's Hot Chicken, and NOMAD. After years of friendship, the duo (and Sali Sasi) has opened Bar Copains, a laid-back but detail-focused wine bar.

The strong hold Gelato Messina has over Sydney knows no bounds. Messina has conquered the city's heart with scoops of creamy creative genius since opening in Darlinghurst back in 2002.

An evolution of popular Enmore restaurant Hartsyard, Irene's is a neighbourhood eatery serving an ever-updated menu of playful food with a strong Indian influence.

Inspired by some of the world's most iconic wine bars (like London's Sager + Wilde and Paris' Septime), Lokal is doing natural wines, coal-grilled small plates, and neighbourhood vibes.

As part of its 50th anniversary program, Sydney Opera House is hosting a nostalgic fish and chips pop-up for four weeks this summer.

Freshly unveiled following a $30 million makeover, Manly Pacific - MGallery is once again welcoming guests to soak up its elevated coastal offering, with a rooftop pool and bar, a sundeck with an infrared sauna, an eclectic new lobby bar, and a dedicated events floor.

Gluten-free bakeries are really having a moment in Sydney right now. What might seem like a niche concept has blossomed into a cult flour-free category, with scores of fans queueing up for finessed baked goods, all of them sans wheat.

If bottomless fiestas, Beluga caviar bumps and apple pie tacos sound like your pico de gallo, you’ll want to head into Don Casamigos. 

A sibling to Jessi Singh's popular modern Indian Daughter-In-Law venues in Melbourne, Adelaide and Byron Bay, Pinky-Ji is a lively and unauthentic restaurant serving elevated Australian Indian cuisine in the heart of Sydney's CBD.

Fresh from the team behind Roller's Bakehouse and Butterboy, Norma's Deli is Manly's new Greek-inspired deli cafe and all-day diner, complete with cocktails, wine, bespoke olive oils, fresh-baked pita, and perfect saganaki. 

Complete with a cocktail bar, plush peachy interiors, and a full suite of beauty services, Mary Keith is a serene slice of paradise in the heart of the CBD. 

Chef Ollie Wong-Hee has clocked time in the kitchen at Mr. Wong, Sixpenny, and Ester—some of Sydney's best restaurants—but these days you'll find him at Bar Heather in Byron Bay. 

Broadway has changed a lot since the days of Purple Sneakers parties at the Abercrombie (cue monolithic university buildings, slick apartments, and futuristic shopping centres). But the beloved Chippendale boozer, closed almost a decade ago, is in a new era.

A small bar with a big purpose, Daintree has partnered with environmental movement HalfCut to raise funds to protect rainforests and wildlife in conjunction with Traditional Owners, donating half of all its profits to the cause.

The talented team behind Surry Hills' Tuscan-inspired eatery Giuls has officially expanded its footprint, setting up their signature striped umbrellas in a brand-new spot on Stanley Street.

A fresh sun-soaked cafe in Leichhardt, La Bottega is bringing a slice of the Italian coastline to Sydney's Inner West.

Oxford Street's quieter days are coming to an end. The once vibey nightlife strip in Darlinghurst is entering a new era with a burst of new openings, from small bars to mini nightclubs and late-night diners. And the latest is Meraki—a multi-storey arts hub, complete with two bars, an art gallery, and a mini-theatre. 

Sydney's bakery scene just keeps getting better and better. Mia Dolci Italiani—which is an Italian pasticceria to be precise—has been dreamt up by Da Orazio chef Orazio D’Elia and classically trained Italian pastry chef Riccardo Falcone (ex-Rockpool).

NSW’s first location from Scottish craft beer giants BrewDog, this whopping Eveleigh pub and beer garden can accommodate 720 patrons inside and 190 outside across its historic Locomotive Workshop setting.

Kissuu is a modern Japanese venue for late-night dining and drinking that’ll see you go from dinner to disco in a flash.

The spot at the end of Jones Bay Wharf in Pyrmont will enter a new era with Sala. The famous wharf venue was once upon a time home to Flying Fish and most recently Chuuka, a Chinese-Japanese collab between Chase Kojima and Victor Liong.

A seventh location for the well-known purveyors of Lebanese food, Al Aseel Parramatta dishes up a modern take on Lebanese cuisine, offering a vibrant and memorable experience to each diner.

The Charles is the newest venue from the team behind French favourite Loulou Bistro in Lavender Bay. It's an elegant, decadent affair complete with lashings of black marble, a wrap-around mezzanine, a sculptural staircase, and twinkling chandeliers. 

Good news: one of Sydney's best bars has officially expanded its footprint.

Boasting a luxe fit-out blending contemporary design with Porter House’s heritage 1870s elements like wooden beams and original brick, Spice Trader fills the top floor of the striking space with a 14-metre green marble bar and polished hospitality.

Hawke's Brewing Co. launched back in 2017, a beautiful beer collab between David Gibson, Nathan Lennon, and former Australian Prime Minister, Bob Hawke. But while the beer has soared in popularity since, the brand has never had a brick-and-mortar brewery—that is until now. 

From the team behind icons Sweet Belem Cake Boutique and Fich, Lunas Petersham is an all-day diner paying homage to its owners’ Portuguese heritage and family focus.

The tenth The Grumpy Baker to grace Sydney’s streets, the institution’s Abercrombie Lane location in the CBD offers its beloved freshly baked goodness with an Israeli twist that affirmed all the previous venues as neighbourhood favourites.

If you thought the Inner West was getting a bit ho-hum, think again. Doom Juice has landed on the scene, opening the first cellar door in the Inner West.

Situated in the most sought-after location in all of the land (ahem, Sydney), the five-star Pullman Quay Grand Sydney Harbour will capture your attention from every single angle. With the stunning Circular Quay on one side and the Royal Botanic Garden on the other, no matter which room you score, the view is guaranteed to be fab. 

For a taste of traditional tacos and uncomplicated snacks just like the street-side stalls of Oaxaca offer, Pyrmont’s Nativo Mexican is a must-visit, with seats for 14 customers (but plenty of room to scoff tacos while standing).

A sophisticated spot nestled in the World Heritage-listed Parramatta Park, Misc. is a 300-seat, all-day venue that’s suited to everything from quick pre-work visits to leisurely weekend lunches.

Nomidokoro Indigo might be Sydney's smallest Japanese eatery, but it is definitely bringing some serious A-game to the fore. 

A charming pink palace serving up snacks and small plates, Bar Louise is open seven days for a lively Spanish experience on Enmore Road.

Neil Perry's neighbour to his elegant, globally influenced restaurant Margaret, Next Door is a versatile and welcoming spot that welcomes guests from lunchtime till late.

Gone are the days when Sydney's hotel scene was scarce and sometimes uninspiring. Oxford House is the newest boutique hotel to join the city's growing collection of cool places to stay. 

With views of sparkly Woolloomooloo Bay, this three-storey 19th-century-era pub already has a lot going for it. The Woolly Bay Hotel has stood strong through Woolloomooloo's docklands heyday and into its current, more glamorous era.

Oborozuki is housed within one of Sydney's most luxurious apartment buildings—Opera Residences at Bennelong Point.

When you think basement music lounge, typically sticky floors and plastic cups come to mind. While there's definitely a space for this sort of live music experience, Tiva is offering something a bit different.

Sitting 18 storeys up with a spectacular and rare view across Surry Hills, Central Station, and the city—Kiln is Ace Hotel Sydney's rooftop dining destination. It's the hotel's crowning jewel, complete with retractable ceilings, glass walls, and chef Mitch Orr at the helm. 

TOKO was one of a handful of restaurants that really set the pace in Surry Hills way back when. After 15 years in their iconic Crown Street digs, TOKO is moving on—to a new location, that is. Now, you'll find the TOKO team in the heart of the city, delivering a new but familiar TOKO experience.

Behind a revolving door on Danks Street in Waterloo, Ora is three venues in one, housed within an enormous warehouse space.

You'll find Sofia in a renovated space above one of Surry Hills' favourite watering holes, Bar Cleveland.

Perched on the corner of William and Crown Street, chances are you've made a pit stop at the old boozer known as The Strand Hotel once or twice before. The pub has been stationed there for an impressive 99 years—but now it's entering into a new era.