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Sydney's ramen scene has reached new heights—maybe even a state of noodle soup euphoria—with MASHI NO MASHI.

It’s been a long time coming, but Ace Hotel is finally launching in Australia—with Sydney as its first Aussie home. 

Perched right on the harbour, Whalebridge is where you want to be for oysters, fresh French fare and unbeatable views of the Harbour Bridge and surrounding harbour. In other words, it’s your next bucket-list destination.

Sure, sometimes you want variety. Sometimes. But a restaurant solely dedicated to meatballs? Well, that’s got our attention. Introducing Palle: the ballsy restaurant from the team behind A Tavola and Flour Eggs Water that’s landed at Tramsheds.

After popping up in Surry Hills during lockdown and a short run at Sydney Uni, Tacos Muchachos has planted permanent roots in Redfern. Set within Hotel Hacienda on buzzing Cleveland Street, Daniel Hanssen’s beloved taqueria is here to stay—thank the birria taco gods. 

Paddington’s colourful Mexican go-to, Don Pedros, has made its way to Bondi—because what's more festive than tacos and margaritas by the beach?

Surry Hills is not shy of Japanese restaurants—but if you're looking for a casual lunch spot that serves up killer ramen, TenTo is it.

In the heart of the Sydney CBD, Kimpton Margot is the first Kimpton property to open in Australia. 

Motel glow-ups are definitely becoming a thing in NSW, and we are all the way here for it. The latest is The Isla in Bateman's Bay on the NSW South Coast, which is a stone's throw from Corrigans Beach.

If you thought martinis were having a little renaissance in Sydney post lockdown, you'd be absolutely right.

Opened in late 2021, The Bearded Baristaa is Sydney Park's new favourite coffee and brunch spot. 

This extra-charming cafe opened over the road from Ashfield train station back in 2020—and it has won many Inner West hearts since.

If you're someone who is equally thrilled by Insta-worthy dishes as you are of actually eating them, then the super-grammable Mayflower restaurant in St Leonards is sure to have you swooning. 

A fitness mecca has arrived in the heart of Marrickville, and it might just motivate you to attend that early morning spin class after all. From the Fitness Playground team, Wellness Playground is totally transforming the way we view gym sessions by bringing wellness into the fold.

After the loss of one of Sydney's most innovative dining spots—Momofuku Seibo—comes another star, ELE By Federico and Karl.

Axe throwing. It's a simple as it sounds. Basically, you hurl a hatchet at a wooden wall with all your might, channelling some kind of hectic Viking lord. And now you can let off steam by chucking an axe in Marrickville. 

It’s been a minute since Sydney’s whisky scene scored a new player. Opening this week, just in time for the cool change and chillier evenings ahead, Jolene's is a new Nashville-inspired whisky joint in the heart of the CBD.

Editor's note: Sandy's will be open every Wednesday–Saturday, from 10am–4pm during winter. We'll be sure to let you know once it's back to the usual operating hours. 

Want a bar that does it all? Bar Mammoni is a jack of all trades when it comes to dining and drinking in the CBD—but that's not to say it's a master of none. 

Manly favourite Pocket Pizza has officially expanded its footprint, opening up a second location in Brookvale. The new outpost joins Brookvale's growing lineup of breweries, cafes, and nightlife—giving the once pretty desolate industrial suburb a well-deserved makeover. 

Redfern watering hole The Woolpack is entering a new era in 2022—now managed by The Good Atelier. The highlight of the refresh is a new menu crafted by local legend Toby Wilson of Rico's Tacos, which includes pub classics and a few references to the iconic Aussie fish and chip shop. 

Didn’t think it was possible to travel back in time? Think again. One step into Ciccone & Sons' Glebe store and you’ll be transported to 1950s Bologna. Oh, and did we mention the gelato is some of the best in town? Yeh, that's a pretty big drawcard, too. 

When Lucio's closed its doors after almost 40 years of service last year, it left a gaping hole in our hearts. If you've been pondering who'll take over the beloved terrace on Windsor Street, we finally have an answer.

AALIA is the newest restaurant from the ESCA Group, the team behind Nour in Surry Hills and Lilymu in Parramatta. The name AALIA loosely translates to elevated or exalted—meaning you can expect a heightened version of the polished, creative Arabic and Levantine-style food the group has become known for. 

Taking over the famous Bayswater Brasserie spot in Potts Point, Eros is a Greek Islands-inspired late-night lounge bar, dishing out Greek meze, fun cocktails, a killer bottomless brunch, and maximum good vibes. 

It’s easy to see where Bootleg Italian gets its name. Sure, your Nonna will say that plant-based pasta is sacrilege, but this little Italian joint on Oxford Street is proving that some rules are made to be broken.

It's not every day that one of the world's best chefs sets up shop in your city. However, Sydney can now say that Massimo Bottura—the chef behind three-Michelin-star restaurant Osteria Francescana—has brought a new venture to our sparkling harbour city. 

Chocolate-covered penis and sprinkle-topped vulva waffles are on the menu at this pint-sized dessert shop on Bourke Street. Rude, anatomy-focused, or downright fun—whatever you want to say about it, Mykiki is sure as hell doing desserts differently.

Located in the leafy streets of Double Bay, Circa Restaurant and Bar is a local go-to, offering plenty of rosé, an open seafood bar, and al fresco dining. It’s one of those places that does boozy brunch on weekends and has people wining and dining well after the sun has gone down.

Self-described as a sake bar, Ante is a sophisticated spot that serves up vinyl tunes as smooth as the rice wine on the menu.

From the same team behind Cronulla icon Blackwood Pantry—Blackwood Bondi is the sultry sunset sister venue, with weekend aperitivo and a live music program on Sundays, alongside the cafe's staple all-day breakfast and lunch menus. 

The brainchild of Sydney restaurant mogul and culinary superstar, Neil Perry, Margaret is the latest addition to the Double Bay dining scene. With sweeping views out over Guilfoyle Park, the eatery pays homage to its namesake, Perry’s mother, offering a mix of creative and exotic dishes that have diners raving. Inside, you’ll be greeted by gentle golden glow that sets the venue’s natural timbers and terracotta fittings alight. Pair that with towering double-storey glass windows, and you have a relaxed, yet sophisticated eatery that puts flavour at the forefront. 

Pegged as the best burgs in the burbs, Subguria is definitely one to add to your foodie bucket list. Noted for their classic American burger joint feel, the restaurant’s massive menu covers all the classics, with a few exotic additions that showcase the owner’s creativity. Each burger is named after a different suburb across Greater Sydney—and boy, is there a lot of them. With almost 20 different options, it will take you a while to work your way through them all—but hey, you’re up to the challenge, right? We thought so. 

PELLEGRINO 2000 is a brand-new venue from the all-star team behind Bistrot 916—that’s Dan Pepperell, Mikey Clift, and Andy Tyson.

Tucked down Chippendale's buzzing dining strip, Kensington Street, Paripé is a pint-sized tapas bar bringing a slice of Spain to the inner city. It may be small, but what it lacks in size it well than makes up for in charm. It feels as tapas bars should—casual and cosy. 

Did someone say coffee, cannoli, and fresh AF focaccia? Situated in the ‘burbs of Kensington, Bar Lucio is a go-to for Italian daytime treats and top-quality Italo-style coffee. Count. us. in. 

City workers, listen up! We've got the perfect place for you to go when the 4pm slump next hits—and that's Zini. Located in one of the Quay Quarter laneways, this rule-breaking gelato joint is headed up by an Italian master, so you just know it's going to be good. 

Humble may well be outgrowing its name. The bakery-cum-cafe has opened in a second location—in the Quay Quarter dining precinct at Circular Quay—and it's done so after just over a year since the bakery's inception.

In the heart of the city, as part of the multi-million-dollar glow-up of Martin Place, Cabana Bar is officially Sydney’s largest outdoor terrace bar.

Caffeine fiends on the Northern Beaches haven't had the best options in past. But now the Beaches is home to some top-notch coffee spots, including uber-cool roastery Coffee Supreme. 

Potts Point has its fair share of wine bars, casual restaurants, and midweek haunts. But, we're always keen for more it seems, with the former nightlife district squeezing in another in the shape of a Catalan-inspired restaurant and bar.

Beneath some bright pink and white striped umbrellas on Crown Street, Giuls is where you want to head when only good vibes and a big ol' bowl of pasta will do. 

Nestled in the vibey hub of Simmonds Lane in Avalon, Leonardo’s Deli is where you want to head for top-quality cold cuts, artisanal cheese, and tasty vinos. Founded by two designers, Michelle Gilmore and Nic Chamberlain, the deli and wine bar has since become a much-loved staple in the Beaches.

From the team behind Tokyo Lamington, White Moon Bar is a Tokyo-style tachinome or "standing-only" bar. 

Fancy tucking into dolmades and haloumi while overlooking the glistening harbour? Then make tracks to Ploos, located in Campbell's Cove.

For fun vibes, Hawaiian shirts, and paradise-inspired cocktails, Scallywaggs tiki shack is one to add to your list. 

A part of the shiny new Quay Quarter dining precinct at Circular Quay, Bouillon L’Entrecote is Sydney’s first bouillon-style eatery.

Josh Niland is one of Australia's most impressive chefs—and his mastery of seafood and sustainable practices have earned him global acclaim. Fish Butchery is where you can catch a glimpse of this visionary's work.

Cocktails by the beach, anyone? Little Peal Bar & Dining is ideal for a long, leisurely lunch or casual dinner with the crew thanks to its prime location right by Manly Beach. Located on the beachside suburbs' buzzy South Steyne, the all-day restaurant and bar is the spot to be over summer. 

There’s no midas touch in Sydney’s hospitality scene quite like Dan Hong’s. The juggernaut food god is the executive chef behind Merivale venues Mr Wong and Ms G's and now, he’s heading up a brand new late-night venue at the ivy’s burgeoning dining precinct.

Former Kings Cross party strip Bayswater Road has ditched cocktails in teapots for upmarket diners in recent years. Now alongside popular restaurants Figo, Sonora, Bayswater Kitchenette and Chula, you’ll find another dining gem—Bones Ramen.

Since opening his doors in 2014, LP’s Quality Meats owner Luke Powell has tread the line between smokehouse restaurateur and wholesale butcher, crafting meaty smallgoods for his Chippendale eatery and eventually for the rest of Sydney.

For a touch of luxury complete with manicured golfing green and day spa, Chateau Elan in Pokolbin is one of the Hunter's few resorts—and easily one of its best.

Owner of Surry Hills institution121BC and co-founder of Rootstock, Giorgio De Maria is one of Sydney's most innovative voices in wine. You could call him the godfather of natural wine—he was one of the first to really hero the category in Sydney long before it earned a spot on most wine lists across the city.

Translated simply as “butcher shop”, Macelleria is more than just that, since the Chief Meatologist (yes, it’s a thing), Peter Zaidan believes in their ethos of providing quality meat with good value for money in mind. In a genius move, they also have a burger menu that allows you to try their meat before you commit to buying it for the fridge at home. There are three chicken schnitzel options, with fillings like seeded mayo, Parmigiano, and coleslaw to accompany your chook. There are a staggering nine options in the beef department and the 100% Cape Grim Angus beef patties are accompanied by bacon, cheddar, sauerkraut, and Russian dressing, depending on your preferences.

Over the bridge in pretty Lavender Bay, Loulou is the latest addition to Sydney's neat collection of French-inspired eateries. Part boulangerie, bistro, and traiteur, there's a lot going on at this triple act all-day eatery and it's well worth visiting for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. 

St. Alma is the sister venue to Avalon’s popular Alma restaurant, an established purveyor of good times, tasty hard shell sashimi tacos, and one killer fig mezcal Negroni.

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The Verdict

The Verdict