3 Lime Street

The view of Sydney Harbor would be worth it alone, but while you’re drinking that in, you can also sip on some of the most interesting artisanal cocktails to be found anywhere. The setting is, at once, sophisticated and comfortable.

529 Kent Street

Located on a refurbished heritage-listed site at 529 Kent Street, Tetsuya’s adds a fresh dimension to French-Japanese fusion. A Japanese emphasis on seasonal and local ingredients brings many distinctly Australian delights to the fore. Try the signature confit of Petuna ocean trout with konbu and fennel.

33 Bayswater Road

You'll get award-winning pizza and impossibly fresh seafood at Hugos Bar Pizza, a spacious-yet-intimate neighborhood joint in the heart of Kings Cross. Then head upstairs to Hugos Lounge, where DJs spin every Thursday through Saturday, and an impressive roster of drinks will keep the party going well into morning.

1 Notts Avenue

Situated on the cliffs of Bondi Beach, Icebergs Dining Room and Bar offers a menu loaded with inspired Mediterranean cuisine—and one of Sydney’s best views, to boot. Table not ready right away? Just take up some real estate at the bar. A drink and a seat on one of the hammocks should help pass the time.