Diners' Choice: Innovative restaurants in North Sydney Area

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Updated November 05, 2026

Looking for the best restaurants that are fit for foodies in North Sydney Area? You’re in the right place. Each month, OpenTable analyzes nearly 2 million global diner reviews from the past four months. We sort the results by location and category to help you discover new favorite restaurants. It's a great partnership: you reserve, eat, and review. We listen...and deliver the results for all to benefit. Enjoy!

Jihomakase

4.9

4.9 (72)

$101 and over

Japanese

Naremburn

About the restaurant

Embark on an exquisite culinary journey at Jihomakase, nestled in the heart of Northbridge. Our skilled sushi chefs meticulously prepare each dish, showcasing the freshest ingredients and traditional Japanese techniques. Indulge in a symphony of flavors as you savor our omakase menu, tailored to your preferences.

Top review

Hao

Dined on Oct 6, 2026

We came to Jihomakase for my dad’s birthday and had such a lovely lunch. The whole experience was very personal — the chef runs everything himself, from preparing and explaining the ingredients to serving each dish. He is Korean, but his Japanese cuisine is beautifully done. Everything felt clean, precise and well organised, and there was absolutely no strong fishy smell in the restaurant. We chose the lunch omakase at around $80 per person for about 10 courses. It was perfect for us as we had older family members who don’t eat huge portions. If you have a bigger appetite, definitely ask about the extra dishes — we added wagyu for each of us, plus a bottle of Kubota sake, and it made the meal just right. The restaurant is very small and intimate, with only around eight seats around the kitchen. Sitting at the counter means you can watch the whole process, which was probably my favourite part. The chef also explained and showed us the ingredients as he prepared them. He told us he personally selects the ingredients every morning, which really came through in the quality. For my dad’s birthday, he even prepared an extra mango mochi-style dessert and wished my dad “万寿无疆” (wishing him a long and healthy life) in Chinese. Such a thoughtful little touch. The whole lunch took around two hours and felt very relaxed and smooth. There are also plenty of sake options if you enjoy sake. At the end, the chef personally walked us to the door, which was a lovely way to finish the meal. Overall, a really comfortable and thoughtful omakase experience. Highly recommended for a small celebration, a date, or if you want to take your parents somewhere special without an overly formal or rushed atmosphere. One tip: if you’re worried $80 won’t be enough for a bigger appetite, just quietly ask the chef about extra dishes. He’s happy to add more for an additional charge. We’ll definitely come back. ❤️

Ember Sourdough Pizza

4.9

4.9 (15)

$40 and under

Pizza Bar

Forestville

About the restaurant

Ember Sourdough Pizza offers a cosy and contemporary take on pizza night. With its focus on slow-fermented sourdough bases, each pie combines a crisp yet chewy crust with fresh, high-quality toppings like smoked mozzarella, pepperoni with hot honey, marinated clams in a tom-yum butter, and charred broccolini with confit garlic-purée.
The lighting is relaxed, the service friendly, and the vibe perfect for an easy dinner outing—whether you’re enjoying a casual meal or celebrating something special. With both take-away and dine-in options, it’s a great choice for a fuss-free yet elevated pizza experience in the Northern Beaches region.

Top review

Alison

Dined on Oct 1, 2026

We have been meaning to check out Sourdough Pizza for some time as it’s in our local neighbourhood. We shouldn’t have waited so long. These pizzas are so delicious and the wine selection great. We will be back with more friends next time. Great atmosphere as well.

Henrys Neutral Bay

4.8

4.8 (35)

$41 to $100

Modern Australian

Neutral Bay

About the restaurant

Ready to elevate your dining? Step into Henrys Neutral Bay, the North Shore's destination for contemporary, stylish, and flavourful dining, proudly holding an AGFG Chef Hat.

Located on Grosvenor Street, Henrys offers a perfect balance: modern, elegant interiors create an ideal atmosphere for a romantic date night or a chic gathering. The core philosophy is simple: great food should be shared.

What truly defines Henrys is its inventive fusion cuisine. The venue delivers a menu that’s a fun playground of textures and tastes. You'll find yourself sharing the signature house-made focaccia, tuna tartare with ponzu, savouring the crispy prawn tacos, or enjoying the perfectly tender Angus striploin.

Beyond the exquisite food, the bar boasts a rotating line-up of signature cocktails and a thoughtful wine list featuring international varietals.

Henrys is more than just a meal; it's a confident, quiet celebration of extraordinary food, beautiful surroundings, and the joy of connection.

Top review

Mark

Dined on Sep 25, 2026

Great value for money, delicious food, excellent service.

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Experience

Henrys Experience Menu

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Bottomless Lunch

Bathers' Pavilion Restaurant

4.7

4.7 (186)

$40 and under

Modern Australian

Mosman

About the restaurant

Executive chef Aaron Ward (ex-Sixpenny and Shell House), recently awarded 2 two hats in the SMH Good Food, works closely with producers, farmers and fisherman that all have a great ethos on producing quality product for the guest.
For Ward, cooking is all about the guest experience and breaking down the barrier between the kitchen and the guests.

Top review

Virginia

Dined 2 days ago

The weather was perfect, the ambience divine and the food, wine and service was exceptional. Bather's Pavillion - iconic but fresh - absolutely wonderful.

The Wine Room

4.7

4.7 (35)

$40 and under

Wine Bar

Seaforth

About the restaurant

Whether you’re looking for a romantic get-together or celebrating on a girl’s night out, The Wine Room caters to every person’s needs. Celebrate with the pop of a cork and choose from our considerable range of local and international wines. Or be enticed with a divine cocktail created from our range of premium liquors.

This, paired seamlessly with delectable food and you have a perfect combination for an entertaining time in warm and sophisticated surroundings. The Wine Room, Bar and Restaurant is tailored for the tastes of those who like the finer things in life.

The Wine Room offers a comprehensive menu with shared or full meals from our head chef, David Chhetri and his team.

Please note, all guests are required to sign in to the Club upon entry with a valid form of photo ID as per club regulations. Guests must be over 18.

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David

Dined 1 day ago

The food selections were varied, wine list excellent and well priced. The food we chose was excellent and the service attentive and friendly.

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Experience

Lounge - Nibbles & Drinks | $3 Oysters

Experience

Lounge - Nibbles & Drinks

Experience

A La Carte - Main restaurant | $3 Oysters

North Sydney Rengaya - Yakiniku & Sushi

4.6

4.6 (434)

$41 to $100

Yakiniku

North Sydney

About the restaurant

Rengaya has been serving YAKINIKU in North Sydney since 1993, making it one of Australia’s pioneering Japanese barbeque restaurants. Now, that tradition is set to continue at its new digs on Miller Street – just a short stroll from the original location – in a much more modern, striking setting. The new fit-out features bar-counter seats around an open kitchen, red booth seating divided by Japanese-style timber panelling and a hard-to-miss chandelier. There’s also a 20-seat private dining room. We use only the finest ingredients such as Japanese Black Cattle made in Australia for beef, Sashimi and Seafood fresh from the sea. Rengaya is the restaurant foodies around the country have chosen.

Top review

Yolanda

Dined on Oct 29, 2026

I can never get enough of the great food at Rengaya even after 20 plus years.

KAZUMA Chatswood

4.6

4.6 (49)

$41 to $100

Japanese

Chatswood

About the restaurant

Authentic Japanese in an iconic spot in the new Chatswood Chase serving you fresh Sashimi & Sushi as well as other favourites and a special lunch time menu with teishoku style lunch trays

Top review

Allan

Dined 2 days ago

the food is great and price is reasonable and service is excellent.

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Experience

Weekday Teishoku Lunch (Mon-Fri)

Bistro Kai

4.5

4.5 (142)

$41 to $100

Bistro

Chatswood

About the restaurant

Bistro Kai - 316 Victoria Ave, Chatswood NSW 2067

Top review

Eugenia

Dined on Oct 24, 2026

Incredible food and ambience, and the staff are very friendly and provide fast service. The oysters and wagyu chuck tail flap were definitely standouts! Great for date nights or occasions, but definitely book ahead of time as they get very busy.

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Experience

Dining at Bistro Kai

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KAI Private Room (5-8 guests)

IKI Sushi – Sushi Train & Omakase

4.5

4.5 (19)

$40 and under

Japanese

St Leonards

About the restaurant

IKI Sushi & Omakase, St Leonards. Ten seats, right at the counter. Chef Masahiko Yomoda and his team have created a seven course spring menu, hot and cold, served to you dish by dish. $125 per person, Friday and Saturday, 6pm. Our sushi train runs every day if you want something more relaxed. To book the whole counter for your group, email info@ikigroup.com.au. Ten seats a night, so book ahead.

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Yue

Dined on Sep 29, 2026

Such great making sushi class for the kids during the school holiday. Very kind staff to help kids to make sushi. Will definitely go again

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4.4

4.4 (20)

$40 and under

Contemporary French

Chatswood

About the restaurant

Joie redefines premium casual dining at Chatswood Chase through a modern French brasserie experience that is stylish, approachable, and seamlessly suited to the rhythm of shopping, meeting, dining, and lingering. Rather than being overly formal or purely functional, Joie is about relaxed sophistication, quality food, and a sense of everyday luxury. The experience we want to create is one where customers can dine, pause, and unwind in a way that feels special, but also effortless.

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Belinda

Dined on Oct 19, 2026

Their foods and service are awesome, we will definitely come again!

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