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A photo of The Potting Shed restaurant
4.4
Awesome(4319)
$$$$
• Modern Australian • Alexandria
Booked 57 times today
Amazing food and service! Rachel was our server and she was so attentive and kind! Definitely would recommend this place to anyone. Share plates were a great size and the drinks were excellent!!
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4.5
Awesome(552)
$$$$
• Japanese • Surry Hills
Booked 30 times today
I had a really good time! Next time I will definitely dine at counter so I can see your amazing skilled chefs! Such a great night!
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4.8
Exceptional(405)
$$$$
• Thai • Enmore
Booked 5 times today
Great to have the opportunity to eat at a superb vegan restaurant
A photo of The Grounds of Alexandria Cafe restaurant
4.2
Awesome(3379)
$$$$
• Café • Alexandria
Booked 113 times today
We visited the Grounds of Alexandria Cafe during the 100 years of Winnie the Pooh celebration so there was a lot of foot traffic and noise level was moderate for what you would expect. We were quickly seated as we had a booking. The staff were very busy but attentive and polite. We came for brunch around 11am. The food was excellent which also included a Winnie the Pooh themed cake and smoothie option. The shake was strawberry, mango and banana flavoured. The banana taste was the dominant flavour but not too strong. The Winnie the pooh cake was to die for. Very soft with the perfect balance of passionfuit, raspberry and honey flavour that melted in your mouth. The most enjoyable experience.
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4.5
Awesome(37)
$$$$
• Pizza Bar • Newtown
Booked 8 times today
Great food, great service, very friendly staff. Good value
A photo of La Favola restaurant
4.5
Awesome(638)
$$$$
• Italian • Newtown
Booked 7 times today
If you’re looking for a lovely place to enjoy delicious handmade pasta, just like in Italy, this is the perfect spot! 🇮🇹❤️ We had the Ragù Napoletano, and OMG… I wanted to lick the plate at the end!!! 😂 Absolutely delicious! The service was so friendly and attentive, the atmosphere was fantastic, and we even ended up having a laugh with the lovely people at the table next to us! Thank you, Favola team! It was such a pleasure dining with you. You’ll definitely see us again soon! 🍝💕
A photo of Pino's Vino e Cucina restaurant
4.6
Exceptional(445)
$$$$
• Italian • Alexandria
Have been to Pino's twice and both times has been a wonderful experience. It's been full but not overcrowded with some of the best service levels I have experienced. Atmosphere is one of the winners and often difficult to get a Fri or Sat night booking. Food is exceptional with a good choice but not exhaustive. I felt the $89pp menu was a bit underdone and unlikely to do that again but the quality of food was excellent maybe the quantity fell short...
A photo of La Spiaggia restaurant
4.8
Exceptional(434)
$$$$
• Italian • Coogee
Booked 8 times today
Went on Friday and Saturday both nights were perfect in every way. Top service and food.
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4.7
Exceptional(327)
$$$$
• Modern Australian • Ultimo
Our second visit and again it was an outstanding meal with delicious food and wonderful table service. Best value gourmet food in Sydney.

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  • Luca
    Sydney •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 1 day ago
    I had a really good time! Next time I will definitely dine at counter so I can see your amazing skilled chefs! Such a great night!
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    Goryon San$$$$• Japanese• Surry Hills
    •
    4.5
  • Samantha
    Sydney •4 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 2 days ago
    Amazing food and service! Rachel was our server and she was so attentive and kind! Definitely would recommend this place to anyone. Share plates were a great size and the drinks were excellent!!
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    The Potting Shed$$$$• Modern Australian• Alexandria
    •
    4.4
  • Arturo
    Sydney •3 reviews
    5.0
    Dined on Oct 23, 2026
    Great food, great service, very friendly staff. Good value
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    Rosso Antico Pizza Bar$$$$• Pizza Bar• Newtown
    •
    4.5
  • Bronwyn
    Sydney •1 review
    5.0
    Dined on Sep 19, 2026
    Great to have the opportunity to eat at a superb vegan restaurant
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    Little Turtle$$$$• Thai• Enmore
    •
    4.8
  • jamesw
    Sydney •3 reviews
    4.0
    Dined on Oct 20, 2022
    Have been to Pino's twice and both times has been a wonderful experience. It's been full but not overcrowded with some of the best service levels I have experienced. Atmosphere is one of the winners and often difficult to get a Fri or Sat night booking. Food is exceptional with a good choice but not exhaustive. I felt the $89pp menu was a bit underdone and unlikely to do that again but the quality of food was excellent maybe the quantity fell short...
    More info
    Pino's Vino e Cucina$$$$• Italian• Alexandria
    •
    4.6

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Discover a vibrant dining scene in Wollongong, where the keyword 'hot spot' takes on a delicious meaning. Nestled in the heart of Illawarra, this region boasts an array of restaurants that cater to diverse tastes and preferences. Each venue offers a unique ambiance, from cozy, intimate settings to bustling, lively atmospheres, ensuring an enjoyable dining experience for every occasion. The culinary offerings are as diverse as the locales, with menus featuring everything from gourmet international cuisines to local Australian specialties. These restaurants are celebrated for their commitment to quality, showcasing fresh, locally-sourced ingredients in their dishes. Whether you're a local or a visitor, Wollongong's restaurant scene promises not only a meal but a memorable culinary journey. This makes it the perfect destination for anyone looking to satisfy their palate at a renowned hotspot.

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