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# Top Restaurants – 2026 Sydney Experience Guide - Cocoon Luxury Properties

### Top Restaurants in Sydney

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#### Margaret Restaurant – Double Bay

[Magaret](https://themargaretfamily.com/venue/margaret/) is one of Sydney’s most talked dining restaurants that draws a loyal crowd with its eclectic menu. Think wagyu air-dried with figs, albacore tuna sashimi and souffles. The atmosphere is buzzy and convivial. The front-of-house house team is known for guiding guests through thoughtful wine pairings. Margaret is best booked in advance for a long, indulgent lunch or dinner.

Rated 4.3 across nearly 900 reviews.

#### Sean’s Bondi

[Sean’s](http://seansbondi.com) had been in Sydney’s dining scene for decades. With its relaxed, beach-house feel and ocean-facing ambience, it captures the unhurried spirit of Bondi. The set-course menu - typically around $140 per person, changes with the seasons and showcases beautifully prepared, flavoured dishes that feels like a wholesome meal at a friend’s home. The staff exude genuine warmth, making every visit feel unhurried.

#### North Bondi Sushi

Small, intimate and quietly exceptional. The fish here is ultra-fresh, the [sushi](http://www.northbondisushi.com.au/) has a creative twist on each piece. The owner’s hospitality adds an unmistakable personality to the restaurant. Whether you’re dining in or grabbing takeaway after a beach walk, this neighbourhood gem has earned a devoted local following. Its a must for sushi lovers in Sydney’s east.
Open Tuesday through Sunday.
Email: lenny@northbondisushi.com.au

#### Icebergs Restaurant Bondi

Few restaurants in the world can rival [Iceberg’s](http://idrb.com) for sheer visual drama. The dining room sits directly above the iconic ocean pool, offering sweeping views of the Pacific. That is nothing short of breathtaking. The menu leans into modern Italian, with well executed pastas and seafood complemented by an impressive wine list and inventive cocktails. Service is polished and multi-layered, with dedicated staff for each element of the meal.

Rating: 4.1 with over 2,400 reviews

#### Catalina Rose Bay

[Catalina](http://catalinarosebay.com.au/) is the definition of Sydney waterfront dining at its finest. It consistently ranks among the city’s best for food and experience. The menu showcased pristine local seafood, coral trout crudo, royal red prawns, Southern squid prepared with elegant restraint. The setting is equally stunning, with outdoor terrace tables that make it a favourite for anniversaries, birthdays and celebratory lunches. Elevated, warm and unforgettable.

Rating: 4.7 rating with over 4,000 reviews.

#### Mr Wong | Iconic Cantonese Restaurant

[Mr Wong](https://merivale.com/venues/mrwong/) is a love letter to classic Cantonese cuisine. Housed in a beautifully preserved heritage building with soaring ceilings and a vintage-yet-modern atmosphere. The restaurant draws a devoted crowd for its exceptional roast meats, silky dim sum-style dishes and impeccably fresh seafood. It’s one of the city’s highest rated and most consistently celebrated restaurants. Lively, elegant and full of energy. Book ahead, especially during weekends.

Rated 4.4 stars with more than 5,600 reviews

#### Mimi’s - Coastal Fine Dining - Coogee Pavilion

[Mimi’s](https://merivale.com/venues/mimis/) occupies one of Sydney’s most coveted dining perches. This fine dining restaurant offers a refined coastal experience, with a thoughtfully curated set menu featuring dishes like freshly shucked rock oysters, hand-picked crabs and duck leg pastilla. The interiors are stylish and intimate and the service is deeply attentive.

Rated 4.3 across 560+ reviews

#### Rockpool Bar & Grill

[Rockpool Bar & Grill](http://rockpoolbarandgrill.com.au/) is a widely regarded as one of Australia’s premier steakhouses. Set inside a grand heritage dining room in the CBD, it combines old-world elegance with serious culinary ambition. The dry-aged beef, sourced from ranches like Rangers Valley is the centerpiece. With cuts aged up to 53+ days delivering extraordinary depth of flavour.

Freshly shucked Sydney rock oysters, Moreton Bay bug pasta and roasted bone marrow round out a menu that is both indulgent and refined.
Rated 4.4 across 3,200 reviews.