Looking for the perfect romantic dinner in Sydney? These handpicked restaurants offer intimate settings, exceptional food, and the kind of atmosphere that makes a date special.
At CANESS, things are kept simple: balanced plates, bold flavours, and produce that speaks for itsel...
Why Otter likes this place:
At CANESS, things are kept simple: balanced plates, bold flavours, and produce that speaks for itself. The CANESS menu brings a Spanish-led tapas menu Sydney hasn't quite seen before — Mediterranean and Middle East influences, pared back so every ingredient gets its moment. Come in for plates to share, dishes to savour, and plenty of joy in between.
Double Bays (Sydney'?) best steak anyone? Margaret has been serving up some of the best steaks in th...
Why Otter likes this place:
Double Bays (Sydney'?) best steak anyone? Margaret has been serving up some of the best steaks in the world for years, so go have a steak and few cocktails or wine as you dine the night away. They also possibly have the best cheeseburger ever.
This is the best Ramen in Sydney in my honest to god opinion. Ramen is not the full menu with some a...
Why Otter likes this place:
This is the best Ramen in Sydney in my honest to god opinion. Ramen is not the full menu with some amazing soft shell crab sushi and a seared wagyu share plate. A great vibe and place :)
Cibaria Trattoria is the kind of place where date night turns into something just a little bit speci...
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Cibaria Trattoria is the kind of place where date night turns into something just a little bit special. Perched right across from Manly Beach, it channels the charm of an Italian seaside piazza with all the good stuff that comes with it—think house-made pasta, wood-fired pizzettas, grilled meats, and a gorgonzola trolley that gets wheeled right up to your table (yes, seriously). The space is open and coastal, with terracotta tones, ocean views and that warm, slightly chaotic Italian energy that makes you feel like you're on holiday. You can pop in for an easy lunch, settle in for a slow dinner, or catch the sunset from the rooftop terrazza with a spritz in hand. Food-wise, it's a choose-your-own-adventure through salumeria, spaghetteria, friggitoria and more. Whether you're team ragu or seafood tagliatelle, there's something to match the mood. And if you've got room, gelato from their in-house gelateria is a must.
Alphabet St has become a bit of an institution in Cronulla, known for its modern Asian fusion dishes...
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Alphabet St has become a bit of an institution in Cronulla, known for its modern Asian fusion dishes that balance punchy flavours with a touch of refinement. Think share plates with Thai, Japanese and Chinese influences, paired with cocktails that keep the night rolling. The setting is relaxed but polished, with big windows looking out across the beach Alphabet St is perfect for a date where you want the food to impress just as much as the view.
The Love Tilly Group's most ambitious venture yet, Palazzo Salato is a 120-seater Roman-inspired tra...
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The Love Tilly Group's most ambitious venture yet, Palazzo Salato is a 120-seater Roman-inspired trattoria situated in the heart of Sydney's CBD. A little more grown up, a little more refined and with a lot more space, Palazzo Salato is the next step in the evolution of the Love Tilly Group. All while remaining true to the group's ethos of being accessible and fun.
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