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Diners' Choice: Good for special occasions restaurants in Inner West

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Updated July 05, 2025

Looking for the best special occasion restaurants in Inner West? 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!


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Osteria di Russo & Russo
4.8
4.8 (1232)
$41 to $100
Contemporary Italian
Enmore
About the restaurant
Enmore's Osteria di Russo & Russo is a favorite among locals and visitors alike for its modern take on classic Italian flavours, served in its warm and charming restaurant. As snacks to start, the fiore di zucchini fried zucchini flower with goat's milk ricotta and lemon aspen and the cannolo filled with a duck liver parfait, date and hazelnuts are sensational selections.

Some of Osteria di Russo & Russo's specialty dishes include the saltbush gnocchi with pork sausage ragu and pecorino, the chargrilled beef flank with green garlic, nasturtium and smoked eggplant and the slow cooked freemantle octopus with chickpea, salsa rossa and native bush tomato, as well as vegetarian dishes.

Osteria di Russo & Russo's strawberry sorbet, davidson plum meringue and limoncello custard is the perfect dessert with which to finish your meal.

Top review
Tim
Dined 4 days ago
Great service, delicious food. Another great visit.
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Ecco Ristorante
4.8
4.8 (498)
$41 to $100
Italian
Drummoyne
About the restaurant
Ecco Ristorante is a spectacular waterfront venue in Drummoyne specialising in a la carte dining, weddings, cocktail functions, corporate and group events. Come in and enjoy our top class italian dishes, range of local/Italian wines & desserts served in beautiful surroundings with a stunning backdrop of Sydney Harbour.
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Anthony
Dined on Jul 3, 2025
Excellent Food & Service, Highly Recommend ....AAA+++
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$35 Pasta e Vino
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$99pp Group Sharing Menu
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La Botte D'Oro
4.8
4.8 (177)
$40 and under
Italian
Leichhardt
About the restaurant
Authentic Italian Cuisine Since 1977, La Botte D'oro has been combining the best of modern and traditional Italian cooking and service into a tantalising restaurant experience. Come enjoy Nonna's handmade pasta and our wood fired pizzas.
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DarrenVIP
Dined 5 days ago
Vanessa provided excellent service all night. Diago’s pizza was at usual high standard and great to see G doing a shift in the kitchen! Thanks guys!
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LA BELLA VITA
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LA DOLCE VITA
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Bottomless Brunch
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MAIZ Mexican
4.8
4.8 (141)
$41 to $100
Mexican
Newtown
About the restaurant
Maíz is the word for corn in Spanish which is the backbone of the Mexican food scene. Maíz Mexican Food is a food and beverage concept that celebrates and integrates a wide range of corn preparations that most Mexican restaurants aren’t offering at the moment. Our menu draws on the bold and fresh flavours of Mexico, our traditions and culture to bring you a unique dining experience.
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Greg
Dined 4 days ago
Everything amazing. Thoroughly recommend the tasting drinks set menu and food set menu.
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Set Menu
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Tostada Tuesday
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Burwood Rengaya Casual Dining
4.7
4.7 (337)
$41 to $100
Yakiniku
Burwood
About the restaurant
We are a Japanese Yakiniku restaurant in Burwood, serving high quality wagyu and sake.



We are located in a centre of Burwood. It is very close to bus stop and train station, and also this building has a 1 hour 30 minutes free parking. Easy access for the customers.



We have more than 25 years of experiences of Japanese Yakiniku in Sydney. We provide our customers with a great Wagyu experience and fun.
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Arzu
Dined on Jun 22, 2025
The food was absolutely delicious and the staff were incredible. Very clean environment. Prices are fairly priced as you’re paying for top quality meats. Would definitely recommend 10/10 experience
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Hot Pot (Sukiyaki or Shabu-Shabu)
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Red Lion Hotel
4.6
4.6 (39)
$40 and under
Australian
Rozelle
About the restaurant
Rozelle's favourite local pub has been a regular fixture for generations of locals in the Inner West! Home to Bistro Red Lion By Manu.

Be transported to Paris by Manu Feildel as he creates a modern French dining experience on level 2 of The Red Lion Rozelle. We can't wait to welcome you.
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Stephanie
Dined on Apr 9, 2025
We had such a wonderful family dinner together! The food was amazing and lovely service too with relaxing ambience.
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Kaiza Newtown - Japanese Vietnamese Restaurant
4.5
4.5 (47)
$41 to $100
Creative Japanese
Newtown
About the restaurant
Welcome to Kaiza, where the vibrant flavors of Japan meet the bold, fresh tastes of Vietnam. Our contemporary fusion concept brings together the best of both worlds, offering a unique dining experience that pushes the boundaries of traditional cuisine.

At Kaiza, we take pride in crafting innovative dishes using the finest local and seasonal ingredients, blending Japanese precision with Vietnamese vibrancy. Our menu features signature creations like delicate sashimi paired with fresh herbs, fragrant broths infused with umami, and artful plates that reflect both cultures’ culinary traditions.

Kaiza is more than just a restaurant—it’s a place where culture and creativity meet, inviting you to explore bold new tastes in a chic, welcoming atmosphere. Whether you're here for a casual meal or a special celebration, we look forward to making every visit an unforgettable culinary journey.


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Mark
Dined 4 days ago
The second time in about 5 weeks we have dined and both times it has been excellent all round.
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Bistro Red Lion By Manu
4.5
4.5 (27)
$41 to $100
French
Rozelle
About the restaurant
Bistro Red Lion By Manu, a modern French restaurant, spearheaded by the renowned chef and My Kitchen Rules host, Manu Feildel has opened at The Red Lion. A touch of Paris in the heart of Rozelle where you'll be taken on a journey with mouth-watering and unique dishes.

We look forward to welcoming you upstairs soon.
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David
Dined 4 days ago
3rd time at this bistro and it continues to impress. Good food and ambience with attentive staff.
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Nibbles and Cocktails
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Angelo's Cabarita
4.4
4.4 (55)
$41 to $100
Modern Australian
Cabarita
About the restaurant
Discover the harmony of tradition and modernity at Angelo’s Cabarita. Winning the first significant award of 2025, "The Chef Hat", our menu is rich in Modern Australian flavors, infused with contemporary creativity of fresh local produce, it promises a culinary experience that resonates with heritage yet sparkles with innovation. Here, every dish is a testament to our dedication to quality and a tribute to the timeless art of cooking. Join us in celebrating the fusion of classic tastes and modern gastronomic excellence.
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Catherine
Dined 5 days ago
It’s a nice environment to choose with kids because it’s close to Park, so kids can enjoy play before or after eating. The food is fresh and the service is satisfied.
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Elements Bar and Grill Haberfield
4.3
4.3 (63)
$41 to $100
Steakhouse
Haberfield
About the restaurant
Welcome to Elements Bar and Grill Haberfield! We are excited to introduce our new local steakhouse menu, a celebration of the finest local flavours. Indulge in a selection of premium cuts, expertly grilled to perfection and served with a range of delicious sides. Our menu is crafted using the highest quality ingredients, showcasing the rich and robust flavours that make our steaks truly unforgettable. From juicy ribeyes to tender fillets, each dish is a tribute to the art of grilling. Join us for a remarkable dining experience and savour the taste of excellence in every bite.
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Rob
Dined on Jul 6, 2025
Staff were very friendly and efficient, the food was very tasty and cooked to everyone's liking. Highly recommended.
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$119 1.4kg Tomahawk with Tommy's Night
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