The Best Dining Deals in Sydney this Week

Whilst the cost of living has been hitting a little hard as of late but that’s not to say you can’t pop out for a bite to eat every now and then with the help of a sneaky dining deal.

In fact, some of these deals are so good that it’s cheaper to duck out for a quick bite than pop something together at home. From $15 curry nights to $4 tacos, there’s a bite for every mood. Keen to save a buck? Read on for the best dining deals in Sydney this week.

Busby’s Introduces $30 Pasta & Wine Nights

Just when you thought groovy hi-fi bar Busby’s couldn’t get any better, they throw a $30 wine and pasta special into the ring. Ease into the week with Busby’s rigatoni with winter greens, kale pistou and percorino or baked ziti with white bolegenese and bechamel sauce, alongside a glass of red, white or rosé. Hump day who?

$30

Mondays to Wednesdays

21 Oxford Street, Paddington

$5 Martinis, $12 Cheeseburgers & $28 Bug Rolls with a Side of Caviar at Franca

There’s no better way to clock off than with a $5 cocktail in hand at one of Sydney’s most elegant brasseries. Franca’s ‘5@5 Happy Hour’ is your golden hour — running from 5pm to 6pm daily, and serving up a tightly curated lineup of bites, minus the hefty price tag.

Whether you like your martini classic, dirty, or with a twist, nothing beats a cheap sip of the good stuff — and all within the chic, Euro-inspired surrounds of Potts Point’s favourite French diner. Pair it with a $12 cheeseburger, chicken liver parfait, or a Negroni if you’re feeling bold. Or go all out with their secret Moreton Bay Bug roll and caviar plate for just $28. With just one hour to make the most of it, we’d suggest booking ahead to avoid missing out.

Daily, 5pm to 6pm

Franca Brasserie, Potts Point

The Ultimate $39 CBD Lunch Special 

In welcome winter news, there’s a new lunch special in town that’s too good to pass up. Sleek award-winning cocktail bar, Jackalberry, has got you sorted for a cosy spot, two courses and a drink to sip whilst you’re at it. If you’re after something hearty, opt for the charred lamb or creamy bucatini carbonara. For those after something lighter, the menu is packed with options from teriyaki salmon to build-your-own salads. As for dessert, how does a warm sticky date pudding sound?

$39 (includes two courses and a drink) 

Available 11am to 3pm daily, make a booking here

161 Sussex Street, Sydney 

Week-night Deals at Cho Cho San

Double the dining rituals, double the fun — Cho Cho San is delivering flavour by the mouthful this August with two deliciously distinct experiences. First up: Harapeko Hour (Japanese for “hungry”), a fast-paced izakaya-style set designed for those who want max flavour with minimal fuss. Running Monday to Thursday evenings and Friday lunch, it’s a bento-style spread of rock oysters, karaage, katsu buns, and more — plus your choice of a Hokkaido Tommy’s or a Yuzu Soda for just $39pp. A quickie never sounded so satisfying.

If long lunches and fizzy pours are more your tempo, Buns & Bubbles is where it’s at. Available every weekend from 12–3pm, this bottomless banquet brings the vibes with DIY bao buns, crispy chicken katsu, mochi for dessert, and 1h45 of sparkling, wine and beer (with seasonal cocktails on standby if you’re feeling fancy). Got a birthday in the mix? Groups of 8+ can celebrate with an extra perk: the guest of honour dines free. Big energy, bold flavours, and your weekend sorted.

Harapeko Hour: 11th August to 5th September

Bubbles & Buns: Saturday & Sunday 12-3pm

73 Macleay Street, Potts Point

$59 Bottomless Steak & Frites at Armorica

Mondays have never looked so good! Armorica’s cult-favourite bottomless steak & frites deal is now a permanent fixture. For $59 every Monday evening, you can feast on tender Wagyu rump grilled over wood-fire and golden, endless frites, all wrapped in a moody, gold-accented brasserie that whispers Saint‑Germain (with a dash of Sydney swagger).

And yes, you absolutely want to stay for dessert. The Armorica Chocolate Bar — rich Valrhona mousse, salted caramel, and choc‑chip crunch — is an iconic Sydney dish for a reason, and well worth lingering over.

Every Monday evening

490 Crown Street, Surry Hills

Makaveli Pasta & Wine Series

If you’ve been craving a midweek pick-me-up, Bondi’s beloved Makaveli has the answer. On Tuesdays from 5pm–11pm, dive into their creamy Vodka Rigatoni — crispy capers, aged parm and pangrattato included — paired with a glass of chilled red, all for just $26. It’s a pasta-and-wine power duo that’s fast become Bondi’s own guilty pleasure.

But wait — there’s more pasta love coming your way. Roll into Sunday evenings, same time slot, for house-made sweet potato gnocchi with your choice of rich sauces and, of course, that perfect glass of chilled red — all again for $26. Two nights of unbeatable pasta-and-wine bliss means more reasons to bookmark Makaveli for your weekly go-to.

2/177 -79 Glenayr Avenue, Bondi Beach

Sunday Pasta Club at Arturo’s

A new reason to linger by the wharf, Arturo’s has just introduced a weekly pasta club with every bowl of carby goodness going for just $27.

Expect simple, seasonal flavours, rotating each week so you can come back every Sunday to try a new dish. It’s the perfect excuse for a long and lazy Sunday lunch.

Every Sunday, 11:30 to 4:30

2 Bourke Street, Woolloomooloo

Half Price Taco Tuesday at SoCal

Looking for the best bang for buck taco night? Look no further! Every Tuesday from 5pm, SoCal in Neutral Bay is serving up half price tacos alongside $15 margaritas (both classic, spicy or tommy’s). Choose between all the classic combos: fish, chicken, pork, short rib and vegetarian varieties, or go all out with a flight to get a taste of each one.

The best bit? Almost all options cater to dietary requirements including dairy and gluten intolerances. Time to book in, we say.

Every Tuesday from 5pm

1 Young Street, Neutral Bay

33% Off the Wok Every Monday at Island Radio 

Still haven’t had a chance to get across this cult new opening? Swing by Island Radio on a Monday and you can get your stir fry for less. There are loads of dishes to choose from so you could even make it a weekly occurrence. Think Singaporean white pepper mushroom bakmi or char kway teow, lap cheong, shallot, crispy garlic.

Wunderlich Lane, Redfern 

$10 Burger Wednesdays and More at Harry’s 

When Wednesday next rolls around and you’re not feeling the tin of tuna in the cupboard, head to Harry’s for a $10 burg and chips. Choose from wagyu beef, fried chicken or black bean and onion. Being the good people they are, Harry’s is also offering $15 shnittys on Mondays and $4 tacos on Tuesdays so you’re sorted for the whole first half of the week.

40-44 Wentworth Avenue, Surry Hills 

$6 Taco Wednesdays at El Primo Sanchez

El Primo Sanchez are serving up $6 tacos all night, each and every Wednesday. Take your pick from mouth-watering options like the Al Pastor (pork belly, achiote adobo, salsa verde, pineapple), Beef Barbacoa (slow-cooked beef cheek, salsa roja, roasted onion, cucumber), Fish Na Arita (crispy fish, jalapeño salsa, orange pico de gallo), or Calabacita (roasted zucchini, salsa macha, ricotta). 

27-33 Oxford Street, Paddington

Daily Specials at The Light Brigade

If you’re in search of a classic cheap eat this week, The Light Brigade has you covered. Every day the team at the newly reopened local pub are slinging unbeatable dining deals including $1 wings on Mondays, $18 pizza on Thursdays, and a swish $22 steak deal every Wednesday.

Corner of Oxford Street and Jersey Road, Woollahra

Score a $20 lunch at bar tilda

The CBD cocktail bar known for moody good looks and great martinis has introduced a $20 lunch special every day of the week. That’s right, from 12 until 3 PM Monday to Friday, you can score the likes of a Tilda Cheeseburger (complete with gruyere cheese, pickles, lettuce, grilled onion and fries), Coal Roasted Market Fish with Wentworth butter, a 200g Black Angus Flat Iron or a Tagliatelle with zucchini, garlic, lemon and chilli for an absolute steal.

The best part? No bookings and no fuss required.

Available every Monday to Friday, 12 PM until 3PM

61-101 Philip Street, Sydney

Score 2-for-1 Lunch at a’Mare

Enjoy this seafood-centric menu at Crown Sydney’s Italian hotspot for half price, with a’Mare‘s two-for-one lunch special.

From Friday to Sunday, guests can enjoy Chef Alessandro Pavoni’s Signature Menu, featuring a curated selection of their most beloved dishes (think Foccaccia, Carpaccio di manzo, Eastern Rock Lobster spaghetti and Moreton Bay Bug), for just $102.5 per person (the spread is normally $205 each). Expect a quintessentially Italian experience, cheeky tableside service and some seriously good food, all at a price that’s sure to have you saying “bellissimo!”.

Friday to Saturday, 12pm to 2:30pm

Crown Sydney, Level 1/1 Barangaroo Avenue

Enjoy a Fancy Feast at The Charles Bar for Just $25 

Experience the opulent The Charles Bar for an easy breezy $25 Monday through to Saturday. Choose from a decadent daily pasta special or a wagyu cheeseburger paired with a house drink. The perfect mid-week budget-friendly treat. 

Monday through to Saturday, 12pm to 6pm 

66 King Street, Sydney

Deals Every Day of the Week at Woollahra Hotel 

There’s no need to hang out for a once-a-week feast with the deals coming out of Woollahra Hotel at the minute. Gather the gang any night of your choosing throughout the week to score bargain meals. Grab $20 mixed dozen dumplings on Monday or schnitzel for $20 on a Tuesday. Swing by on Wednesday for a steak, hand-cut chips and salad, also for $20. 

116 Queen Street, Woollahra 

Daily Rooftop Terrace Lunch Specials at Martinez 

These specials are already an absolute bargain but did you know they’re also served with a harbour view? It’s true! Martinez has a deal going Monday through to Thursday and they’re just $20 a plate! You know where you’ll find us. 

Quay Quarter Tower Ground Lobby, 50 Bridge Street, Sydney 

Bargain burgers at Rockpool Bar & Grill 

Almost too good to be true, Rockpool Bar & Grill is serving burgers and hand cut-chips, with a crisp beer, for under $30. A truly divine trifecta. And the really great news? You can score this deal at the bar all-day from Monday to Friday and from 5:30pm on Saturdays. 

66 Hunter Street, Sydney 

$20 Beer & Burgers at Public House 

Had a bit of a Monday? Swing by Public House Petersham for a $20 beer and burger with fries and you’ll feel much better. 

292 Stanmore Road, Petersham 

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Writer

Olivia Storrie

2 September 2025

Armed with an Arts Degree in History and Psychology from the University of Sydney, a natural curiosity and a ravenous appetite, Olivia is your go-to for restaurant recommendations across the city. She also has a keen interest in hiking, patting other people’s dogs, travelling, curating her maximalist home and reading every book she can get her hands on.