The top restaurants in Sydney based on the independant reviews of the Australian Good Food Guide. http://www.agfg.com.au/ en-au Copyright Australian Good Food Guide Publishing Pty Ltd rss@agfg.com.au (AGFG Webmaster) webmaster@agfg.com.au (AGFG Webmaster) Thu, 18 Apr 2013 06:09:28 GMT Located at Sydney's Overseas Passenger Terminal, with sweeping views from the Opera House to the Harbour Bridge, Quay Restaurant is found in what many consider to be Sydney's finest dining location. The restaurant's décor, service and extensive wine list are equally as exciting and unforgettable. Celebrated head chef Peter Gilmore's imaginative menu is sensational, winning him numerous culinary accolades. The selection might include gently poached southern rock lobster, hand caught Tasmanian squid, golden tapioca and lobster velvet and for dessert, Quay's famous strawberry guava snow egg. http://www.agfg.com.au/guide/nsw/sydney/sydney-city-surrounds/the-rocks/restaurants-dining/quay http://www.agfg.com.au/guide/nsw/sydney/sydney-city-surrounds/the-rocks/restaurants-dining/quay Choose your means of transport to make the most of your dining experience at Marque in Surry Hills. Diners can expect an intimate and slightly intense vibe at the French focused Crown Street venue. The Calcutta marble panel in conjunction with maple timber screens creates a deeply mysterious setting. The menu may include Suckling pig with milk skin, confit eschalots, coffee and caramelised yoghurt. http://www.agfg.com.au/guide/nsw/sydney/sydney-city-surrounds/surry-hills/restaurants-dining/marque http://www.agfg.com.au/guide/nsw/sydney/sydney-city-surrounds/surry-hills/restaurants-dining/marque From the magnificent heritage architecture to Peter Doyle's beautifully orchestrated dishes, Sydney's est. makes just the sort of impression you'd expect of one of the nation's finest restaurants. Long after departure, that impression is hard to forget. est. embodies all the grandeur of fine dining, but with a sense of ease and comfort aided by abundant light and space, inviting upholstered seating and effortless service that's near impossible to fault. Dishes like juniper crusted venison saddle with baby beetroot, boudin noir, watermelon radish and cocoa paper demonstrate not only why Doyle is considered a pioneer of modern Australian cuisine, but also how memorable dining can be. http://www.agfg.com.au/guide/nsw/sydney/sydney-city-surrounds/sydney-city/restaurants-dining/est http://www.agfg.com.au/guide/nsw/sydney/sydney-city-surrounds/sydney-city/restaurants-dining/est Sepia's slick Sydney CBD location is reflective of its desire to reflect a bustling city atmosphere, with a dining setting of sophistication and finesse found in the likes of New York & London. Naturally, the décor matches this desire with depth and grandeur but with a contemporary edge and high city style. The Modern Australian menu could include: Sashimi of spring bonito, green apple and sheep yoghurt, sake and chive oil, radish, Tasmanian wasabi, red elk or Char grilled miso beef tenderloin, nameko mushroom, braised barley, smoked bone marrow, miso mustard white Barletta onions garlic chips. http://www.agfg.com.au/guide/nsw/sydney/sydney-city-surrounds/sydney-city/restaurants-dining/sepia http://www.agfg.com.au/guide/nsw/sydney/sydney-city-surrounds/sydney-city/restaurants-dining/sepia Located in the historic Rocks area of Sydney, Rockpool on George is one of Sydney's most acclaimed fine dining restaurants. Under the instruction of highly acclaimed chef/owner Neil Perry, Rockpool on George boasts a dining room that is at the pinnacle of elegance and sophistication, an extensive and carefully selected wine list, immaculate service and a menu that is at the forefront of Australia's dining scene. Dishes at Rockpool on George could include blue swimmer crab and corn congee with almond tofu, star anise scented peanuts, fried bread and chilli oil, or Shanghai saltwater duck with scallop velvet and coconut lentils. http://www.agfg.com.au/guide/nsw/sydney/sydney-city-surrounds/the-rocks/restaurants-dining/rockpool-on-george http://www.agfg.com.au/guide/nsw/sydney/sydney-city-surrounds/the-rocks/restaurants-dining/rockpool-on-george One of the worlds most highly awarded restaurants, Tetsuya's is located right in the heart of Sydney. The stunningly heritage listed building is complete with private dining rooms and two main dining areas. Chef/Owner Tetsuya Wakuda's cuisine is a unique fusion of Japanese & French technique. The frequently changing eleven-course degustation menu, which is $195* (GST inclusive) per person, might include favorites such as confit of ocean trout served with unpasteurised ocean trout roe. http://www.agfg.com.au/guide/nsw/sydney/sydney-city-surrounds/sydney-city/restaurants-dining/tetsuya http://www.agfg.com.au/guide/nsw/sydney/sydney-city-surrounds/sydney-city/restaurants-dining/tetsuya Under the care of The Sydney Opera House's sails is Guillaume at Circular Quay. The grand dining room setting is filled with intricately detailed wafer like concrete pillars which offer illumination for evening diners. The Harbour & CBD views could be the ultimate backdrop to an intimate evening of fine food & wine. The Modern Australian / French menu could include Mandagery Creek Venison Carpaccio on a bed of beetroot puree, sunflower seed vinaigrette & a touch of cocoa coffee dust or Yellowfin Tuna basil infused soy and mustard seed vinaigrette. http://www.agfg.com.au/guide/nsw/sydney/sydney-city-surrounds/sydney-city/restaurants-dining/guillaume-at-bennelong http://www.agfg.com.au/guide/nsw/sydney/sydney-city-surrounds/sydney-city/restaurants-dining/guillaume-at-bennelong Mood music, dynamic design, innovative food and quality wines are all vital ingredients for the perfect dining experience and Bentley Restaurant & Bar has them all. Chef Brent Savage and Sommelier Nick Hildebrandt have joined forces to present this Modern European venue. Together with their knowledge, passion and determination is fantastic music, décor, lighting and service! The menu could include: Beetroot, Horseradish and Sprout Salad or Venison with cauliflower puree and hazelnut & turnip flowers. http://www.agfg.com.au/guide/nsw/sydney/sydney-city-surrounds/surry-hills/restaurants-dining/bentley-restaurant-bar http://www.agfg.com.au/guide/nsw/sydney/sydney-city-surrounds/surry-hills/restaurants-dining/bentley-restaurant-bar Look out for world renowned chef David Chang's bold and innovative flavours as his magic happens inside Momofuku Seiobo, unveiled at The Star, Sydney in 2011. Slick, dark and vibrant, Momofuku Seiobo is a unique and fascinating display of food, presentation and the dining experience as a whole. Momofuku is Chang's Australian debut and offers bar snacks and a constantly changing taste menu full of contemporary, diverse and adventurous cuisine with an Australian twist. Using the best of local produce, Momofuku Seiobo is set to change your usual dining experience, with no hint of what you'll be tasting until it is placed in front of you. Online bookings essential for the taste menu. http://www.agfg.com.au/guide/nsw/sydney/sydneys-inner-west/pyrmont/restaurants-dining/momofuku-seiobo http://www.agfg.com.au/guide/nsw/sydney/sydneys-inner-west/pyrmont/restaurants-dining/momofuku-seiobo Universal at Darlinghurst offers diners a distinctively different approach and experience. The designed Restaurant space showcases colour, culture and worldly ways that make for a contemporary and bright setting. Refusing to restrict their culinary inspiration to a specific cuisine, diners can expect a varied menu that fuses tastes from all over the world. The regularly changing menu could include spanner crab, watercress, mint and coconut salad, green chilli salsa or sticky rice and salted duck egg cakes, coconut, pomelo and roasted cashew salad. http://www.agfg.com.au/guide/nsw/sydney/sydney-eastern-suburbs/darlinghurst/restaurants-dining/universal http://www.agfg.com.au/guide/nsw/sydney/sydney-eastern-suburbs/darlinghurst/restaurants-dining/universal