Recommend restaurants in Sydney for January

THE 10 BEST Restaurants in Sydney

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Recommend restaurants in Sydney for January

Updated in 2026

Porteño

One of the Top Must-Visit Restaurants in Sydney
4.2/5
8 Reviews
$$-$$$
Western-style

Nawaz Flavour of India

4.6/5
18 Reviews
$$-$$$
Southeast Asian

Workshop Espresso

5/5
11 Reviews
$
Coffee Shops

Mazzaro Restaurant

4.8/5
29 Reviews
$$-$$$
Western-style
TheForkUserFabulous evening of pasta and wine. Lighting had improved since last visit so clearly the restaurant had listened to my last review. The only fault was listening to the wait staff clean the cutlery loudly whilst still dining. We will return!

Malabar South Indian Restaurant

4.7/5
43 Reviews
$$-$$$
Southeast Asian

Il Grappolo

4.8/5
23 Reviews
$$-$$$
Western-style

Spice Alley

5/5
11 Reviews
$
Southeast Asian

Cre Asion

4.5/5
12 Reviews
$
Coffee Shops

Bare Grill on Bourke

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Fast Food

Chat Thai - Circular Quay

4.2/5
36 Reviews
$$-$$$
Asian Cuisine
TheForkUserFood was fantastic, I have been several times and food is consistently delicious. I brought along friends who had never dined at Chat Thai before and they had glowing feedback!

Yebisu Bar & Grill

4.3/5
12 Reviews
$$$$
Japanese

North Bondi Fish

4.5/5
16 Reviews
$
Western-style

414 Bourke St

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Western-style

Cappello Pizzeria

4.9/5
10 Reviews
$$-$$$
Western-style
TheForkUserReally excellent food. The king fish was great the pizza excellent, the sides and desserts. Couldn’t fault it really other than the fact that it is a bit noisy when it gets full. We will be back I’m sure.

Piccola baia

4.8/5
13 Reviews
$$-$$$
Western-style
TheForkUserLove the food, service was very happy, and we were not rushed out. And help out of the wind and the sun. Felt comfortable thank you

OTTO Ristorante

4.5/5
36 Reviews
$$-$$$
Western-style

Don Pedros Mexican Restaurant Paddington

4.3/5
20 Reviews
$$-$$$
Latin American
TheForkUserFood always delicious here and great cocktails. Staff so polite and friendly. Food came out consistently. Enjoyed the music.

Criniti's Brighton-Le-Sands

4/5
20 Reviews
$$-$$$
Western-style
TheForkUserSuch a generous menu selection here, whatever it takes to tempt the most particular of diners. Delicious food and a great view over the bay. Waitstaff courteous and efficient. A lovely choice for a birthday celebration!

Vinfafe

4.7/5
9 Reviews
$$-$$$
Southeast Asian
TheForkUserWent here for my nephew's graduation, great quality food on point, great prices will definitely go again and you can byo since it's not licenced.

Opera Bar

No. 5 of Must-Visit Restaurants in Sydney
4.8/5
23 Reviews
$$-$$$
Western-style

Taste of Shanghai

4.6/5
26 Reviews
$
Asian Cuisine

Costa Do Sol

3.9/5
12 Reviews
$$-$$$
Western-style
TheForkUserWe had the seafood platter for two. Good value and very plentiful and so tasty. Comes with rice and a salad. Highly recommended. We will be back

Maggie's Potts Point Restaurant

4.8/5
11 Reviews
$$-$$$
Western-style
TheForkUserThe food was fresh, generous helpings and delicious - just what I was expecting for a German snitzel experience. Next time I will try the bratwurst.Staff friendly and helpful.

Spanish Tapas Restaurant

4.2/5
28 Reviews
$$-$$$
Western-style
TheForkUserWe love dining at Spanish Tapas, it never disappoints. The banquet menu, $75/person, garlic bread & salad, 4 tapas & paella of choice with 1 & 1/2 hr unlimited Sangria, beer & softdrink included, great value for money too!!

Thai Riffic Newtown

4.1/5
12 Reviews
$$-$$$
Southeast Asian

Sokyo

5/5
19 Reviews
$$-$$$
Japanese

Civic Hotel Restaurant & Bar

4.4/5
14 Reviews
$$-$$$
Bars/Bistros
TheForkUserThe staff were absolutely fantastic. We have a son with allergies and the manager and Emma behind the bar were amazing. They arranged with the chef to cook him a special pasta dish.They were all super attentive and the food was wonderful. Great fit out and atmosphere to go with it.Thank you guys and girls

Harrys Bondi

4.9/5
10 Reviews
$$-$$$
Coffee Shops
TheForkUsergreat local cafe, nails the food menu for brekkie, brunch and lunch. lovely spot close to the beach and great for people watching while we started with brunch then rolled into happy hour and lunch. perfect lazy weekender

Rustic Pearl x Gypsy Caravan

5/5
12 Reviews
$$-$$$
Western-style

Alchemy Polish Cafe Restaurant

4.6/5
19 Reviews
$$-$$$
Coffee Shops
TheForkUserGreat ambiance, service and delicious fulsome meals. The dumplings were exceptional. .Highly recommended for a personalised and unique experience. I return time and time again.

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