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8 Luxury Restaurants in Sydney to Add to Your Bucket List
Love indulgence without the pomp? These luxury Sydney restaurants are serving.
Thoughtful, minimalist yet undoubtedly sumptuous, quiet luxury has slowly eased its way into Sydney’s hospo scene. What does this look like? High-quality yet simple interiors, a focus on superior produce in place of overly complicated dishes and an indulgent experience devoid of pomp. We’re here for it. Want in? Read on for our edit of Sydney restaurants serving quiet luxury.
Fred’s
This Paddington stalwart is the definition of quiet luxury. Offering deceptively luxe homestyle dishes prepared and plated to perfection, Fred’s simple yet elevated approach results in some of the finest meals you can eat in Sydney. The interiors deliver on the cosy-country-homestead aesthetic whilst the integrated marble-topped counters where the chefs prepare your food have you feeling as though private chefs are cooking just for you. You can expect to be treated to all kinds of delightful seasonal goods from freshly baked cakes that need to be ordered before your drinks, to house-baked bread and grass-fed rib eye.
380 Oxford Street, Sydney
Saint Peter
Saint Peter brings an inventive approach to seafood with a thoughtful menu that changes as the catch does. With a head-to-tail approach, you can expect to be chowing down on an array of intriguing (and delicious) dishes including fish butchery charcuterie, plated to perfection, whilst surrounded by interiors that are low-key luxe at their best.
Sitchu Tip: If you’re struggling to get a table, swing by the bar to get a taste of the goods. The yellowfin tuna cheeseburger is already a cult classic.
362 Oxford Street, Paddington
Mimi’s
The view at Mimi’s is a priceless luxury set off by minimalist interiors and a Mediterranean menu. The dishes are simple yet utilise incredible produce meaning prices are higher than your average lunch spot (but worth it for the quality). Think caviar pie, Kinross Spring lamb and heritage wagyu ribeye. The 600-bottle wine list will keep you watered for the duration of your visit.
Coogee Pavillion, Coogee
Quay
Situated in one of the city’s most impressive locations, Quay lets the food and views speak for themselves. Executive Chef Peter Gilmore’s nature-based menu has been the recipient of many accolades, and a quick Instagram trawl of Quay’s masterfully plated imaginings will give you a clear demonstration of why — every dish is a work of art.
Overseas Passenger Terminal, Hickson Road, The Rocks
Margaret
Neil Perry’s Margaret‘s zip code is an indication that luxury is afoot. But you won’t find a stuffy dining room or style-over-substance dishes here. Margaret’s excellence lies in the details and dishes that are each a labour of love. Every element of every dish is considered with plenty made in-house or sourced locally. Think hand-rolled grissini, house-made togarashi, hand-picked blue swimmer crab and freshly pressed coconut milk. The menu provides plenty of upmarket upgrades should you like to dine on the finest. We’re talking wagyu scotch fillet, Eastern rock lobster, and sturgeon caviar.
30-36 Bay Street, Double Bay
Sixpenny
With three hats to their name and a dedicated fan base, you’ll find Sixpenny in every Sydney best restaurant list there is yet they still manage to maintain a low-key, unpretentious air. The dining room is understated and the only option on the menu, the seven-course seasonal degustation ($250), utilises local growers and small-scale farms to craft top-tier dishes. Decadent yet subdued, Sixpenny is quiet luxury at its finest.
83 Percival Road, Sydney
Rockpool
The imposing marble columns and Art Deco interiors of the City Mutual building forms the backdrop to your Rockpool meal. Despite being one of the most beautiful dining rooms in Sydney, the classic design creates a low-key luxe aesthetic. Same goes for the food with Rockpool taking out the award for the 8th-best steakhouse in the world.
66 Hunter Street, Sydney
Bennelong
Bennelong‘s two hats and prime position under one of the iconic Sydney Opera House sails may not necessarily be quiet but the timeless and classic decor and the all-round impeccable vibes are classy rather than glitzy. You’ll find endless attention to detail in both the furnishings and elegantly plated dishes. Aged meats, wild caught fish and specialty cuts are luxe without being loud.
Sydney Opera House, Bennelong Point
If you loved this edit of luxury Sydney restaurants and are keen to book in some more fine dining be sure to check out our edits of the best hatted restaurants in Sydney and the best set menus under $70.
