Diners' Choice: Best Overall restaurants in Sydney

OpenTable

Updated July 05, 2025

Looking for the best overall restaurants in Sydney? 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!

Buffalo Dining Club

5.0

5 (152)

$41 to $100

Italian

Darlinghurst

About the restaurant

We revolve our dishes around the amazing Pecorino Romano cheese wheel, imported once a month, fresh from Sardinia, Italy.

Other cheeses such as our much loved Buffalo Mozzarella also make an appearance on the menu as well as pasta's, prosciutto, salads and dessert.

Come in and let our friendly staff guide you through a dining experience that we have lived with our whole lives.

Hope to see you all soon and welcome to the Buffalo Dining Club™.

Top review

James

Dined on Jun 18, 2025

We stumbled across this wonderful restaurant by accident, which actually felt like kismet. The food, the atmosphere, and the service was impeccable. I only wish we had more time to spend in Sydney so we could venture back one more time before we leave.

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Experience

Copy of Pasta + Wine Dinner $38pp

Kokoroya Japanese Sushi Dining -Maroubra-

4.9

4.9 (678)

$40 and under

Japanese

Maroubra

About the restaurant

Kokoroya Japanese Sushi Dining - Maroubra

Located in the heart of Maroubra, Kokoroya is a cozy and welcoming spot to enjoy Japanese cuisine. Our menu features a variety of freshly prepared sushi, sashimi, and authentic Japanese dishes, all made with care and quality ingredients.

Whether you’re visiting for a casual lunch, a relaxed family meal, or a celebration, Kokoroya Maroubra offers a warm and friendly atmosphere. We take pride in serving dishes that reflect the simple, delicious flavors of Japan and strive to create an enjoyable dining experience that’s accessible and inviting for everyone.

We look forward to welcoming you soon!

Top review

Theresa

Dined on Jun 28, 2025

Good neighbourd restaurant Excellent quality seafood Children are welcome Drinks are affordable Recimmended for families

Mybella Asian

4.8

4.8 (68)

$41 to $100

Asian

Bella Vista

About the restaurant

Mybella Asian is now the premier Asian restaurant in Norwest Sydney and we are quickly gaining a reputation for both great food and our professional and friendly service. Our menu and inspiration is the evocative and diverse selection of Asian-inspired specialities which are linked both to the past and the future of great Asian cuisines and culture.

Mybella Asian is surrounded by beautiful gardens with undercover parking and an extensive wine and beverage menu – So, why are you waiting? Book a table and enjoy the wonderful food and Asian themed décor which is Mybella Asian – We have the best Char Kway Teow in Sydney and our take on Fried Ice Cream has already become our most popular dessert.

Top review

Renee

Dined 2 days ago

My Bella Asia never disappoints! Always great food and service. The best Asian cuisine in the Hills!

St Blaise

5.0

5 (43)

$41 to $100

Croatian

Matraville

About the restaurant

Step into St Blaise Bistro, the closest you’ll get to an authentic Dalmatian "konoba" experience in Sydney. Tucked away in Matraville, this cozy, rustic spot brings the warmth and flavors of Croatia’s coast to the city, with a hint of modern flair. Chef-owner Vedran infuses each dish with the spirit of his heritage, serving handmade seafood risottos, slow-roasted meats, and other hearty Dalmatian classics. With its welcoming terrace and intimate ambiance, St Blaise invites you to relax, enjoy each bite, and embrace the unhurried hospitality of a true konoba—simple, soulful, and unforgettable.

Top review

Karol

Dined on Jun 18, 2025

Sensational food, beautifully cooked and presented. Warm and friendly service - highly recommended!

Braci Osteria + Pizzeria

4.9

4.9 (102)

$41 to $100

Italian

Willoughby

About the restaurant

Braci Osteria + Pizzeria brings the fiery passions of Italy and Australia to Sydney's lower North Shore. Slide up to the bar to enjoy spuntini accompanied by wines and cocktails, or enjoy pizza and pasta with good company in the dining room or on the terrace.

Braci is an experience to be shared with friends and family. The flavours of Braci have been developed with the heart and soul of our experienced kitchen team and can accommodate to appetites of all sizes. The bar features a carefully curated and exclusive wines, spirits, and beers to accompany your culinary journey.

Elegant simplicity is at the heart of everything we do. Eat well + eat often.

Top review

Matthew

Dined 2 days ago

Restaurant is beautifully decorated. Staff are attentive. Pizzas are all brilliant. Only downside was meatball entree, $26 for 4 small meatballs is a bit rich. I’d suggest 4 larger portions or 6 small at the least. Overall great place to visit and chill out and good food.

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Experience

Best of Braci

Kokoroya Pagewood

4.9

4.9 (21)

$40 and under

Japanese

Eastgardens

About the restaurant

Kokoroya Pagewood

Experience the fresh, authentic flavors of Japan at Kokoroya in Pagewood. Located in the heart of Meriton Pagewood’s vibrant retail precinct, our restaurant offers a unique dining experience perfect for all occasions.

Start your day with our weekend breakfast menu, featuring authentic Japanese dishes paired with a Matcha latte or premium coffee from Toby’s Estate. For lunch and dinner, enjoy a wide selection of sushi, sashimi, and traditional Japanese hot dishes, all crafted with the finest ingredients.

Our spacious dining area boasts a family-friendly atmosphere, with a playground and park just steps away, making it an ideal spot for families and groups. Bask in the warm morning sunlight or unwind in the inviting ambiance as you savor every bite.

Kokoroya is more than just a meal—it’s a taste of Japan brought to Pagewood. Join us for a dining experience that’s as memorable as it is delicious.

We look forward to welcoming you soon!

Top review

Naomi

Dined 1 day ago

Definitely the best value for money authentic Japanese restaurant in Sydney!

Porcine

4.9

4.9 (98)

$101 and over

French

Paddington

About the restaurant

Porcine is a small French bistro above a bottle shop in the leafy suburb of Paddington in Sydney.
Serving an ever-changing menu of timeless French classics, etched daily onto a chalkboard.

Top review

Ajay

Dined 2 days ago

Beatrice was so warm & welcoming. Very cute place with great ambience. Food was excellent. Definitely a “hidden gem”. Will definitely return

Bellbird Dining and Bar

4.9

4.9 (139)

$41 to $100

Modern Australian

Casula

About the restaurant

For a unique and secluded dining experience in in the Liverpool area, look no further than Bellbird Dining and Bar, located within the Casula Powerhouse Arts Centre.

With a focus on sustainability, Head Chef Federico Rekowski’s menu focusses on sourcing seasonal ingredients to create dishes that deliver perfect flavour combinations – with a wine list to match, that will make you want to come back time and time again.

Bellbird Dining and Bar's staff are professional and friendly ensuring you can enjoy your lunch, dinner or event safe in the knowledge that the care and precision put into each dish in the kitchen is replicated by the staff serving you.

Top review

Susanna

Dined 3 days ago

Bellbird is our favorite place to go for special events: ie: birthdays, etc. The food is always outstanding and service is always great. Very good wine and cocktails now, for that special occasion. The chef, Federico has a dab hand when it comes to special touches with his food. If it is available, the passionfruit souffle is wonderful!!

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Experience

The Early Bird

Bondi Trattoria

4.8

4.8 (79)

$41 to $100

Italian

Bondi Beach

About the restaurant

Looking over Australia's most famous beach, Bondi Trattoria has been serving locals and tourists alike for over 35 years. The menu is modern Italian, with a mixture of traditional and contemporary dishes including bugs in garlic & chilli butter with mozzarella, and spaghetti with crab and cuttlefish. We aim for a quality dining experience that is relaxed, professional & professional. Soak up the view from inside or on the terrace.

Top review

NicoleVIP

Dined 4 days ago

Love the Tratt Go at least once a week It never fails to deliver Great food staff ambience Love

Chester White Cured Diner

4.9

4.9 (90)

$41 to $100

Italian

Potts Point

About the restaurant

Welcome to your home away from home. The locals' lounge room.
Where new and old friends from around the globe gather for organic charcuterie, house-made pasta + European and Australian wine.

Owner Stu and his team enjoy meats of Europe, the pastas of Italy, and wines from off the beaten track. The restaurant comes together over a love of pork and swill (and country music).

The kitchen team spends afternoons pickling, rolling gnocchi, making focaccia and keeping an eye on our beloved cured meats and pecorino cheese wheels. By nightfall the show is on, the house is full and the atmosphere is swinging.

So come on in and let us guide you through our menu. Welcome to our Diner!!

Top review

Sara

Dined on Jun 25, 2025

A fantastic dinner, as usual. We love coming here - simple but great oof, and outstanding service and atmosphere.

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