It never rains but it pours. Sydneysiders may be a bit miffed at all this wet weather but good times are to be had with new places to eat and drink and plenty happening in the suburbs as well.
Drake Eatery
Drake Eatery
Drake Eatery is the first restaurant of award winning Chef Ian Oakes (ex The Grand National, Paddington). Diners can either share plates, have a full meal or snack with the menu focused on seasonal and local produce. The idea is for a place where Ian would eat and with dishes like tea-smoked ocean trout and roast Thirlmere duck, you see why.
Drake Eatery, corner of Curlewis and Gould Streets, Bondi Beach NSW 2026
Raven’s Eye
Raven’s Eye has a pedigree from the gang at Neighbourhood and Henritta’s Supper Club. Fans of the Pacino/Depp film Donnie Brasco will recognise the name as the bar in the film. As such there is Italian food on the menu, a local and international wine selection and from this team, cocktails with a bang.
Raven’s Eye, 127 King Street, Newtown, NSW 2042
Barrio Cellar
Barrio Cellar is the new sibling of Barrio Chino and brings a menu that includes favourites and new dishes but all with that focus on authentic and quality Mexican street food. For those looking for a late night bite, the kitchen will be serving until close at 3am. Of course, those margaritas enjoyed at from its sibling are available.
Barrio Cellar, Basement Level 58 Elizabeth St, Sydney NSW 2000
Garage Bar & Deli
Garage Bar & Deli brings the flair of Argentinian curing and flavouring to dishes from a New York deli. The menu changes weekly to highlight the best meat. seafood and vegetable produce. Marry this up with craft beers and cocktails and see how North and South America combine. Read our review of Garage Bar & Deli.
Garage Bar & Deli, 17-19 Bridge St (enter via Bridge Lane), Sydney NSW 2000
Crooked Tailor
Crooked Tailor is the latest from the team that brought us Pocket Bar, Stitch and Button Bar to name a few. Located in the Hills district, the focus is on seasonal cocktail list and a strong feature on whisky. Sit at the bar or take up a booth and enjoy the drinks and the street food that goes with it.
Crooked Tailor, 7/250 Old Northern Road, Castle Hill, NSW 2154
JB & Sons
JB & Sons is a new small bar and burger joint from Paul Fraser and George McLean after they sold Hemingways. Named after a regular who loved bending ears, they are serving up tacos, nachos, burgers with a compact range of craft beers on tap and in the bottle as well as some of their favourite wines.
JB & Sons, Shop 8, 1-3 Moore Road, Freshwater, NSW 2096
New Brittania
Not content with just Raven’s Eye, the soon to open New Brittania is the first pub from the Neighbourhood gang. Built in 1879, the heritage listed pub will soon reveal its secrets.
New Brittania, 103 Cleveland Street, Chippendale NSW 2008
Romolo
Within the beautiful and historic Strand Arcade, Romolo is a trattoria that starts mid afternoon (3pm) with Italian inspired dishes. Breakfast starts the day with not only the usual but a few twists to pique the interest.
Romolo, The Strand Arcade, 412-414 George St, Sydney NSW 2000
Lucio Pizzeria
Lucio Pizzeria, the home of traditional Neapolitan style Pizze, Antipasti & Desserts has opened in Zetland’s East Village. The favourites are all here and there is also a cheese bar celebrating Italian cheeses and cured meats are not forgotten. Sit inside or al fresco and enjoy with a selection of Italian wine and beers.
Lucio Pizzeria, Shop 34, 2-4 Defries Avenue Zetland NSW 2017
The Boathouse Shelley Beach
The crew from The Boathouse are serving up the main meals of the day in a relaxed atmosphere with the wonderful view over Shelley Beach. Dinner is table service with plenty of seafood, yes the famous Boathouse fish and chips are here, on the menu and a drinks list to match.
The Boathouse Shelly Beach, 1 Marine Parade, Manly, NSW, 2095
Beccafico
Warm up winter with these Italian dishes at Beccafico with Polipi Alla Puttanesca, grilled octopus with potatoes puttenesca style or Buttata di Carne Al Coltello, knife died Wagyu beef, eshcollots, capers and parmigiona. then there is always the comfort of homemade ravioli with butter, sage and parmesan.
Beccafico, 8/18A Danks St, Waterloo NSW 2017
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* Photo courtesy of Drake Eatery used with permission.
