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Perfect for One: Top Restaurants for Solo Dining in Sydney’s CBD
08/11/2024
We get it, going solo can be hard. For some it can seem like a daunting activity where you’ll have to plunge into. But that doesn’t mean that you don’t do it in style!
Whether you’re single, travelling alone or you just need some ‘me time’, we’ve created a list filled with all the best dining spots around Sydney for soloists. These five-star rated spots are perfect for every type of tastebud. Think Italian eateries and wine bars, superb steakhouses, eight-seated omakases and, even underground French bistros. Better yet, they are all conveniently located around the CBD.
So read on through for our guide to the best restaurants for solo dining in Sydney’s CBD!
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Bar Totti's
Sydney CBD, Sydney, New South WalesEvery Sydneysider knows how ludicrously hard it is to make a booking at Totti’s Bondi. But, if you’re looking for a restaurant in Sydney’s CBD for solo dining, its sister venue, Bar Totti’s, is the perfect solution. Sitting on George Street, Bar Totti’s is a place where bar snacks, woodfired pizzas and antipasti really shine – all served in a more casual, laidback setting. Besides its convenient CBD location, it’s also the perfect spot for solo diners who love to people watch!
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De Vine Food and Wine
Sydney CBD, Sydney, New South WalesShake up your solo dining adventures with a visit to an Italian-style wine bar in the CBD. Welcome to De Vine Food & Wine. Opening their doors more than 20 years ago, De Vine is the first of its kind in Sydney. Conveniently positioned on the corner of Market and Clarence Street, De Vine is the place where you’ll find Italian cuisine classics and an impressive 400-strong wine list available by the glass or bottle. Opt for the two-course $70 set menu, you won’t be disappointed!
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Kingsleys Australian Steakhouse
Sydney CBD, Sydney, New South WalesFancy a visit to a steakhouse on your next solo dining adventure? Sizzle your way into King Street’s Kingsleys. An ideal spot to keep all your senses busy, Kingsleys is defined with its heritage listed sandstone building that’s furnished by cathedral-like ceilings and exposed timber beams. As for food, the menu is described as traditional steak restaurant fare with a focus on modern Australian cuisine. For your visit be sure to try the Barbequed Fremantle Octopus, the Grilled Kangaroo Loin and their famous Bombe Alaska to finish.
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Kobo Omakase
Sydney CBD, Sydney, New South WalesIf you’re researching the best restaurants in Sydney for solo dining, look no further as Circular Quay’s Kobo is the ultimate solution. This eight seated Japanese omakase is led by hatted chef Jacob Lee. Notoriously hard to make bookings for couples or groups, it’s great for Sydneysiders riding solo. Open Wednesday to Saturday, Kobo is a place where the chef makes all the rules: they choose, prepare and serve your dish straight to your seat. Influenced by Japanese ingredients with a modern Australian twist, Kobo is a must try!
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Restaurant Hubert
Sydney CBD, Sydney, New South WalesTake a venture down Bligh Street in Sydney’s CBD to a restaurant that will transport you back in time. This is Restaurant Hubert. Designed to feel like an underground Parisian restaurant and bar from the 1920s, Hubert has live jazz performances, art deco furnishings and even a private theatre. However, what makes Hubert so perfect for solo dining enthusiasts are its cosy booths that sit along the bar. With perfect views of the entire space, you’ll be enjoying acclaimed French bistro classics in the swankiest of spaces.
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