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1. Bistro Rex
4.8
Exceptional(407)
$$$$
• Modern European • Elizabeth Bay
Booked 31 times today
Bistro Rex, located in the heart of Macleay St, Potts Point Sydney is a modern Australian take on a Parisian bistro. Bistro Rex is a fully licensed Sydney French Restaurant and Cocktail Bar.Passionate about utilising Australia’s finest produce and native ingredients, our talented chefs create modern dishes and French Bistro favourites.The Bistro Rex Menu features the very best South Coast Sydney Rock Oysters, Steak Frites, Cheese Soufflé, and a variety of modern-inspired French specialties that are added daily.
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2. Dear Sainte Eloise
4.7
Exceptional(37)
$$$$
• Contemporary European • Elizabeth Bay
Booked 16 times today
“Dear Sainte Éloise, if you exist, please send me some money. I don’t ask for much — just enough to buy some bread and a bottle of wine.” George Orwell, Down and Out in Paris and London, 1933.We too understand the happiness that simple pleasures can provide, when a solitary glass of wine can change your entire day. Dear Sainte Éloise is at its heart, a place for nice wine and things to eat.Dappled by sunlight throughout the day, and shimmering in candlelight by night, Dear Sainte Éloise is a wine bar and restaurant, with an award-winning wine list and a beautiful, seasonally chaning menu from Head Chef Tom Cleland. Our team is on hand to guide you through the thoughtfully curated wine list, and chat through snacks like our anchovy brioche, 'Fish on Chip', fish crudo, fried cauliflower, whole fish, steaks and much more. Choose to sit along the bar, in our Sunken Dining Room, perched in the windowsill or outside, watching the world pass by.
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3. Fratelli Paradiso
4.8
Exceptional(424)
$$$$
• Italian • Potts Point
Booked 31 times today
WALK-INS ALWAYS BENVENUTI!Italian food and imported wine in a bustling space with exposed-brick walls and a blackboard menu.
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4. Lady Chu
4.7
Exceptional(74)
$$$$
• Vietnamese • Elizabeth Bay
Booked 29 times today
Founder of misschu is now exclusively Lady Chu in Potts Point perfecting the best of Vietnamese dishes with a fresh modern twist.
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5. The Apollo
4.6
Exceptional(100)
$$$$
• Greek • Elizabeth Bay
Booked 42 times today
Situated in the stylish Potts Point neighborhood, The Apollo offers an elevated take on modern Greek dining that honors tradition while embracing a contemporary edge. Founded by chef Jonathan Barthelmess and restaurateur Sam Christie, this celebrated establishment has become a cornerstone of the local culinary landscape. The restaurant's design seamlessly blends minimalist industrial aesthetics with the inviting warmth of a Mediterranean home, anchored by a prominent marble bar and communal seating.The culinary vision centers on the joy of shared plates and the purity of wood-fired cooking. By prioritizing high-quality ingredients and timeless techniques, the kitchen creates a sophisticated atmosphere where guests can gather for spirited conversation and exceptional hospitality. This vibrant destination perfectly captures the energy of its urban surroundings, providing a refined yet accessible experience for those seeking an authentic taste of Greece in a modern setting.
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6. Cho Cho San
4.6
Exceptional(261)
$$$$
• Japanese • Potts Point
Booked 28 times today
A lively Tokyo-style izakaya dining experience in the heart of Sydney’s Potts Point. Cho Cho San is your neighbourhood escape into bold, unexpected Japanese - inventive, seasonal, and full of surprises. Slide into a booth or settle in at the bar for vibrant cocktails and bold bites designed for passing, pairing, and sharing.Inspired by the electric energy and inviting drinking culture of Tokyo’s izakayas, Cho Cho San reimagines the experience for Potts Point. Sit shoulder to shoulder with friends, watch the world pass by, and be transported to the buzzing metropolis of Tokyo without ever leaving Sydney.
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7. O’denbar UMAMI
4.8
Exceptional(6)
$$$$
• Japanese • Potts Point
Booked 1 time today
Located in the heart of Potts Point, O’den bar Umami Restaurant represents the essence of Japanese cuisine: simplicity and freshness. O’den bar Umami's decor is soft lit, creating warm and welcoming feel.Oden: Japan's Hidden Culinary Gem and Ultimate Comfort Food Discover Oden with Umami dashi, the authentic Japanese dish where tender daikon, seasonal vegetables, silky eggs, bouncy fish cakes, and soft tofu absorb incredible umami flavors in golden rich dashi broth. Each bite delivers a texture adventure, from melt-in-your-mouth vegetables to satisfying chewiness, perfectly enhanced by zesty mustard. This is real everyday Japan—humble yet sophisticated, deeply satisfying, and absolutely addictive. Along with a selected and refined offer of wine and saké we hope to cater for every of your nights of food and drinks.
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8. Bang Tang
4.5
Awesome(10)
$$$$
• Thai • Potts Point
Booked 1 time today
NAT, our executive chef who has a passion for cooking with his Le Cordon Bleu studied from patisserie to cuisine and many years of experience in the Australian fine-dining restaurant such as Sailor Thai. More importantly, he always spent time in the top hat restaurant not only in Australian but also around the world. He was into in various cuisines and started learning by himself. He is the very talented self-learner as he had learnt about cuisine and accepted from people who had tried his delightful dishes.
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9. IKI Dining - Ramen & Izakaya
4.3
Awesome(12)
$$$$
• Japanese • Potts Point
Booked 3 times today
IKI Dining is your Potts Point local for Japanese small plates and ramen made for sharing, a few minutes from Kings Cross station. An izakaya for date nights, group dinners, and the kind of weeknights you didn't plan. Sushi, sashimi, Japanese spirits, and seasonal cocktails at the bar, with a kitchen led by Masahiko Yomoda, Executive Chef at IKI, who brings his Michelin background to the menu.
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10. Chester White Cured Diner
4.9
Exceptional(158)
$$$$
• Italian • Potts Point
Booked 12 times today
Welcome to your home away from home. The locals' lounge room.Where new and old friends from around the globe gather for organic charcuterie, house-made pasta + European and Australian wine.Owner Stu and his team enjoy meats of Europe, the pastas of Italy, and wines from off the beaten track. The restaurant comes together over a love of pork and swill (and country music).The kitchen team spends afternoons pickling, rolling gnocchi, making focaccia and keeping an eye on our beloved cured meats and pecorino cheese wheels. By nightfall the show is on, the house is full and the atmosphere is swinging.So come on in and let us guide you through our menu. Welcome to our Diner!!

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  • OpenTable Diner
    Sydney •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 1 day ago
    This was one of, if not, the best dinner experience we’ve had in Sydney. We spent our anniversary here and the staff went above and beyond to make it a special experience. The food was amazing, the wine was superb and the staff took care of everything. Thank you!
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    Dear Sainte Eloise$$$$• Contemporary European• Elizabeth Bay
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    4.7
  • Sherri
    Sydney •5 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 5 days ago
    The Apollo is the best Greek food in Sydney. The starters, our mains, and dessert were outstanding and our waitress, Sofia, was excellent. Highly recommend if you love authentic Greek cuisine. We will definitely be back!
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    The Apollo$$$$• Greek• Elizabeth Bay
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    4.6
  • JonathonGold
    Sydney •6 reviews
    5.0
    Dined on Oct 30, 2026
    Absolutely excellent. Food, atmosphere, service, complete theatre! Highly recommend. Jonathon
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    Lady Chu$$$$• Vietnamese• Elizabeth Bay
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    4.7
  • Catherina
    Sunshine Coast •1 review
    5.0
    Dined on Oct 30, 2026
    Wonderful! Best dinner we have had all year. Thank you team always a pleasure to dine with you!!
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    Fratelli Paradiso$$$$• Italian• Potts Point
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    4.8
  • Hernan
    Sydney •3 reviews
    5.0
    Dined on Oct 29, 2026
    We had a great experience from the moment we walk in. Staff were friendly and welcoming. Delicious food and wine list. Definitely coming back.
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    Bistro Rex$$$$• Modern European• Elizabeth Bay
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    4.8

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