Sydney's most romantic waterfront restaurants.              

Looking for something special to celebrate a special occasion? Then these restuarants listed below offer intimate fine dining and are some of the best in Sydney.

  • The Palisade Restaurant - located in The Rocks, this restaurant commands a perfect view of Luna Park and the Harbour Bridge from the opposite side to the one most people get from East Circular Quay. Located above The Palisade Hotel, with an excellent selection of beers, head upstairs for a sumptuous dining experience. The food is exquisite and well priced for it's 5-star quality. Address: 35 Bettington St, Millers Point, 2000. Phone: (02) 9251-7225 External Review
  • Kamari Greek Taverna Kafe - Set on The Grande Parade at Brighton-Le-Sands with an uninterrupted view of Botany Bay. Excellent food at an affordable price - be it Greek mezedes (similar to Spanish tapas with lots of small dishes served together) or their full a la carte menu. Try their four dip platter and a few mezedes and soak in the Greek Taverna feel and admire some of the most authentic and enjoyable cuisine! Address: 82 The Grand Pde, Brighton-le-Sands, 2216 Phone: (02) 9556-2533 External Review
  • The Boathouse in Glebe on Blackwattle Bay (tell the taxi driver it's at the end of Ferry Road) is a charming little restaurant that offers great fish dishes and a good wine list at reasonable prices. It's quiet, relaxed, and the perfect spot for a relaxed dinner be it with a personal or business partner. Be sure to try the fish pie with its mashed potato base for real comfort food. Dinner for two with a bottle of wine will be in the $100-$175 range. Phone: (02) 9518-9011.
  • Swell Restaurant - Bronte Beach - a very intimate dining room overlooking fabulous Bronte Beach.  Great Food, Great Service, Great Location.  www.swellrestaurant.com.au or phone +61 2 9386 5001.  Address: 465 Bronte Road, Bronte Beach
  • BONSAI Japanese Restaurant located right next door to Swell.  Apart from the main, communal table, there are some individual tables for two also, but book ahead, as they are in high demand.  Great modern Japanese Cuisine, again, overlooking one of Sydney's best kept secret beaches.  www.restaurantbonsai.com.au or phone +61 2 9386 5001.  Address: 467 Bronte Road, Bronte Beach

 

  • Le Kiosk – Shelley Beach Manly (voted best romantic restaurant by New York Times). Phone: 9977-4122
  • Bathers Pavilion – Balmoral Beach - One of Sydney's icons, overlooking Balmoral Beach.Phone:9969-5050

 

  • Aqua Dining – Milsons Point - Take in the views of Sydney Harbour and the bridge.Phone:9964-999
  • The Watermark – Balmoral Beach - Overlooking Balmoral Beach and pool.Phone:9968-3433
  • Aqua Luna – Circular Quay - fine dining at its best.Phone:9251-0311.  Do check. I think this restuarant closed recently.  Such a shame - great food and views!

  • The Cove – Manly Wharf - Beautiful views of Manly Cove.Phone:9976-2400

  • Sydney Cove Oyster Bar - Stunning views of the Opera House and harbour.Phone:9247-2937

  • Coast – Darling Harbour - Perched overlooking Darling Harbour.Phone:9267-6700

  • Orso Bayside – Spit Mosman - Fine dining on Middle Harbour.Phone:9968-3555

  • Otto – Woolloomooloo Wharf - Want to be seen..then this is the place to go!Phone:9368-7488

  • Ice Bergers – Bondi Beach - Fine dining at its best.Phone:9365-9000
  • Guillaume Bennelong – Opera House - Wow ! The ultimate experience.Phone:9241-1999
  • Quay – Overseas Passenger terminal - Trendy with stunning views of the Opera House.Phone:9251-5600

  • Sails – McMahon’s Point - Take a ferry ride and dine with other romantics.Phone:9955-5998

  • Fresh Ketch – Mosman - Great lunch on Middle Harbour.Phone:9969-5665

  • Doyle’s on the Beach – Watson’s Bay. A must do whilst in Sydney.Phone:9337-2007

  • Altitude Restaurant – The Rocks.Phone:9250-6123

  • The Boathouse – Glebe.Phone:9518-9011

  • Splitters- Spit Mosman
  • Forty one -Absolutely amazing views. Level 42, The Chifley Tower, 2 Chifley Square. Phone: 92212500

  • The Bower – Shelley Beach Manly (Only Thurs for dinner) Lunch everyday.Another MUST DO.Phone:9977-5451