Diners' Choice: Great for brunch restaurants in Sydney

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Updated April 05, 2025

Looking for restaurants that are great for brunch 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!

Happyfield

4.8

4.8 (124)

$40 and under

Café

Haberfield

About the restaurant

If you live in or around Haberfield, you know full well that diner-style cafe Happyfield makes some of the best pancakes in Sydney. Opened in 2020 by Jesse Orleans and Chris Theodosi, the bright yellow corner cafe serves up amazing food and a genuinely (as the name suggests) happy vibe. Alongside friendly service and menu items like the “McLovin Muffin”, Happyfield is known best for its delicious pancake stacks.

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Simon

Dined 5 days ago

Had the Cubano and the pork butt had lots of gristle. Maybe it's meant to be like this. Side of pastrami which was heaven. Replacing the pork butt with pastrami made the sandwich. Partner had the pancakes which were amazing. Service was outstanding offsetting any gripes with the pork butt as customer service was too notch

H2O Cafe Restaurant

4.7

4.7 (60)

$40 and under

Café

Narrabeen

About the restaurant

Welcome to our restaurant! The regular menu is filled with delicious options that are sure to satisfy. Don't forget our constantly changing "Specials" for some exciting new dishes. And if you have a sweet tooth, be sure to try our homemade cakes and almond croissants - they're to die for!

Located on the tranquil shores of Narrabeen Lake- the perfect location for breakfast & lunch, a relaxing morning / afternoon tea or your SPECIAL CELEBRATION.

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Alison

Dined on Apr 21, 2025

H2O is a little Gem. Right on the waters of beautiful Narrabeen Lake. With the walking & bike path close by it is also a fabulous “people watching” position. The food & service are fabulous. We totally 💯 LOVE IT! And everyone we take there agrees 🤩

The Boatshed La Perouse

4.5

4.5 (3088)

$40 and under

Seafood

Little Bay

About the restaurant

At The Boatshed La Perouse, we pride ourselves on delivering you with a modern and casual dining experience with delicious dishes, specialising is seafood cuisine. With beautiful views overlooking the La Perouse peninsula, the northern headland of Botany Bay, we provide a fantastic dining experience for every member of the family. Open from Monday to Sunday, for breakfast, lunch and drinks, with the option to have your meal here or have it takeway. Come down, explore the historical surroundings and enjoy a great meal, with a great view today.

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Hala

Dined 5 days ago

Tasty and fresh seafood, high quality ingredient We had pleasant experience, great location and atmosphere Prices are reasonable comparing to other seafood restaurants Seafood platter is highly recommended Excellent Customer services

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PADDLES AT NEPEAN ROWERS

4.5

4.5 (423)

$40 and under

Australian

Penrith

About the restaurant

One of our great Penrith locations, Paddles is located within the Nepean Rowing Club and is the perfect venue to catch up with friends and family.

Offering a sophisticated twist on brasserie dining, Paddles has something for everyone with our great menu and a capacity of 200 seated guests. We also offer a great variety of daily and seasonal specials.

Paddles is open seven days for Lunch and Dinner, we also open on Saturdays and Sundays for Breakfast!

Our team of chefs and management create seasonal menus that are prepared fresh daily to satisfy your tastebuds. With delicious daily and seasonal specials there is always a reason to come back and try something new!

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Robert

Dined 3 days ago

Always a great afternoon when the ukulele band plays. A wonderful lunch and terrific music. A nice way to catch up with friends.

The Grounds of the City

4.4

4.4 (3647)

$40 and under

Modern Australian

Sydney CBD

About the restaurant

The Grounds of the City, the second outpost from the team behind The Grounds of Alexandria, is bringing soul back to the CBD with old-school service and charm. Located in the heart of the CBD and bustling with activity, The Grounds of the City is tailor-made for a marvellous time; no matter the occasion. Start your day right as our baristas expertly serve up The Grounds house-roasted espresso and filter coffees, or end it in the best possible way and cosy in with our selection of cocktails and a dinner menu that features something for everyone. You’ll find our coffee sommelier at The Barista’s Bar ready to take you through a tailored coffee experience, and our tea lady roaming the room with a trolley adorned with fresh coffee, our selection of ethically sourced teas and cakes.

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Michael

Dined 1 day ago

Service good and meals good, lighting a bit challenging for those needing glasses and tables are very close making private conversations a bit tricky. Staff attentive to any requirements.

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4.4

4.4 (47)

$40 and under

Modern Australian

Double Bay

About the restaurant

Every Bill Granger’s restaurant reflects the spirit we like to think of as ‘Australian’: sunny, easy-going and generous.

Bill opened his first restaurant in Sydney’s Darlinghurst in 1993. It soon became loved for its legendary breakfasts, served at the famous central communal table, where locals and travellers, families and friends, continue to be welcomed. Thirty years later, Bill’s relaxed, friendly and infectious joy in good, fresh food has become truly global, and is enjoyed at his restaurants in Sydney, Seoul, Tokyo and London.

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Joanna

Dined on Feb 15, 2025

A relaxed setting with excellent food and service.

The Grounds Coffee Factory

4.4

4.4 (187)

$40 and under

Australian

Eveleigh

About the restaurant

A story 10 years in the making, The Roastery is an experiential café unlike any other, a love letter to coffee and the memorable moments it creates. Housed within the historic Locomotive Workshops of South Eveleigh, The Roastery pays homage to its industrial past while providing an unforgettable experience for coffee lovers everywhere, letting you enjoy your brew amongst the very machinery that makes it possible.

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Zena

Dined 3 days ago

Exceptional service very nice food great atmosphere Easy parking underneath Wait staff and floor manager delightful

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The Roaster's Room High Coffee

The Grounds of Alexandria Cafe

4.2

4.2 (2866)

$40 and under

Café

Alexandria

About the restaurant

The Cafe food and drinks menu is bursting with fresh flavour, made with the finest quality ingredients and created with The Grounds own grown and locally sourced produce. The Cafe at The Grounds has team of chefs who constantly push the boundaries and reinvents the classics in order to deliver you perfect flavour combinations that will make you want to come back time and time again.

NOTE: At The Cafe, to ensure that everyone has an opportunity to dine in, we operate on a walk-in only basis for smaller tables during peak hours. If no tables are available on arrival, we will add you to an electronic waiting list and text you when your table is ready, leaving you free to explore the rest of The Grounds. Rest assured, all groups on the wait list will be able to dine-in on the day.

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Elaine

Dined 2 days ago

Excellent breakfast and service. I couldn't fault it. It was very good value for money.

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Experience

The Glasshouse High Tea

Experience

The Patisserie High Tea

Auvers Dining Darling Square

4.2

4.2 (58)

$41 to $100

Modern Australian

Haymarket

About the restaurant

Located in the vibrant precinct of Darling Square, Auvers Dining is a cherished gem of Sydney's culinary scene. Named after Vincent van Gosh's last home in Auvers-sur-Oise, the restaurant encapsulates artistry in every dish. The talent of Chef Kim Bong and his team is undeniable, as seen in the signature dish - a picturesque Auvers pancake stack that's as delicious as it looks.

The restaurant has received numerous accolades, including the esteemed "Sydney Cafe of the year" in 2019. Patrons can take a short stroll to nearby landmarks like the Darling Harbour and the Chinese Garden of Friendship, making it a perfect pitstop during a day of exploration.

Inside, Auvers Dining boasts an ambiance that is both chic and inviting. Modern design elements juxtapose with homely touches, creating a warm atmosphere.

From dedicated foodies to casual diners, everyone finds a reason to return to Auvers Dining Darling Square.

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Jane

Dined 1 day ago

The Sticky Chai was excellent: balanced in spices, sweetness and temperature. We had the Prawn Katsu Sando which was filling and balanced in flavour with coleslaw and salmon roe. We thought the salmon and squid in pasta could have been more flavourful. Overall, we had an enjoyable brunch.

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Experience

Kids Eat Free Sundays

Experience

$69 Seafood Platter

One Dining Teahouse & Restaurant

3.9

3.9 (24)

$41 to $100

Chinese

Haymarket

About the restaurant

Take your celebration to the next level with exquisite culinary delights by our youthful and enthusiastic team amidst serene and picturesque views of the iconic Chinese Garden of Friendship within Sydney’s most famous Darling Harbour precinct.

Large Groups booking:
For 'general dining parties of 20 or more', please email us at info@onedining.com.au

For inquiries about private dining and event hosting, please contact us at events@onedining.com.au.

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Sarah

Dined on Apr 6, 2025

Amazing food, service was amazing and topped with an amazing atmosphere

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Experience

$68pp One Dining High Tea – Group Experience

Experience

$88 Mother's Day Feast at One Dining

Experience

$98pp One Dining Imperial Banquet

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