On the hunt for the city's best outdoor haunts for some tasty grub? You're in the right place. From boozy brunches in swoon-worthy gardens or sun-soaked terraces, to romantic dinners overlooking jaw-dropping coastlines. Need a hand deciding? Check out our guide to where to eat outside in Sydney.
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Well-known for its sprawling outdoor area, The Vicar is an ideal plot for alfresco eating. Grab yourself a table and tuck into the fantastic menu, which showcases tasty Italian delights, from pasta to pizza, washed down with cocktails or vino.
Boasting a fabulous outdoor space for sipping on margaritas or delving into wings, schnitzels and burgers, Bondi Bowling Club is definitely is a great location in the city for dining. Footie fan? Be sure to watch all of their live screenings outdoors too.
The Tilbury Hotel is a perfect location for relaxing in the sun with a few drinks. Overlooking their courtyard, the restaurant features locally sourced dishes, such as classic steak frites or chargrilled prawns. You can also enjoy endless wine options with its extensive list.
Looking for a stunning location to munch on some grub? Then head on over to Beach Road Hotel in Bondi. Touting a fabulous beer garden and two restaurants, this is the perfect place to tuck into some food with a refreshing Aperol spritz.
When it comes to outdoor dining in Barangaroo, Untied is up there with the best of them thanks to its lively Brunch With Soul event. This hotspot fronts delicious Southern-style dishes, bottomless cocktails and live entertainment every weekend.
In need of ideas for outdoor restaurants in the Eastern suburbs? Check out Chula. With cosy heaters in the winter, the Potts Point staple will have you sipping margs and chomping on tacos on its terrace whatever the weather.
Lankan Filling Station is a great eatery for outdoor dining in Darlinghurst, with its fabulous menu filled with authentic Sri Lankan eats and weekend brunches. Get your fix here by snagging one of their streetside tables, where an Insta-worthy selection of dishes awaits.
Outdoor dining in the city doesn't get much better than Smoke, which features a stunning waterside terrace that is the stuff of date night dreams. Topping it off? The venue is famed for its winter igloos, acting as the perfect cosy nook for when temperatures drop.
Inspired by Levantine flavours, Sefa Kitchen is a charming restaurant in the heart of Bondi. Pull up a chair to one of their streetside tables and enjoy Egyptian-style brunches with bottomless drinks, or BYOB on Mondays to Fridays for a budget-friendly dinner.
When it comes to dining outside in Sydney, Coogee Pavilion is the gift that keeps on giving. The sprawling venue not only features the stunning Mimi's restaurant, but its rooftop is a real knockout for buzzing weekend brunch sessions with views of the surrounding beaches.
If you head all the way through Bondi Hardware, you'll find a hidden oasis of botanical bliss that's perfect for outdoor dining (there's even heaters for when it gets chilly). This top-notch haunt not only serves tasty cocktails, but also delicious brunches.
If your idea of the perfect meal includes stuffing your face with tacos and margaritas in the sun, this is the place for you. Offering visitors an indoor-meets-outdoor dining experience with its large sliding doors, Sonora is a top alfresco restaurant in Potts Point.
While you may know The Royal Hotel Paddington as a cocktail bar, it also happens to be one of the best eateries for some top-notch grub. Offering panoramic views, stylish decor and a buzzing atmosphere, this is prime real estate for scoffing in the sun.
Offering its guests streetside dining, Fratelli Paradiso is a firm choice for alfresco eats with its mouthwatering selection of handmade pasta dishes. That's not all though, as hungry diners can expect to be wooed with tiramisu, fresh pastries and handpicked bottles of wine.
When it comes to garden restaurants in the city, nowhere quite compares to The Winery. This charming Surry Hills spot is an oasis of lush greenery and botanicals, with a menu of European seasonal dishes and expertly-selected bottles of wine to enjoy while soaking up the scenery.
The Rook is a unique rooftop restaurant with painted murals, bold furnishings and a cool atmosphere. If you're wanting ideas of where to eat outside in Sydney CBD, swing by this place for lobster, burgers and cocktails alongside Italian-style boozy brunches.
Home to some of the best drag and cabaret in the city, Newtown's The Imperial Hotel is also one of the best outdoor restaurants in the Inner West. Boasting a stunning terrace and rooftop space, this is the perfect location to munch on small plates with a cocktail... or two, in hand.
In need of a few ideas for casual outdoor dining in Sydney? Head over to Zetland where Village Crown are bringing you delicious food in a pretty outdoor setting. Tuck into plates of classic grub, washed down with cold wines and craft beers.
Looking for outdoor dining in Sydney CBD? Babylon is more than happy to satisfy your cravings with a menu of elevated mezze and Middle Eastern classics. Whether it's for chilled out dates or client meetings, this rooftop haunt is sure to impress.
