Best For
Special occasions and iconic harbour views.
Cafe Sydney Restaurant
AU
Modern Australian Restaurant·Sophisticated, Buzzy, Upscale
Perched on the top floor of the historic Customs House, Cafe Sydney Restaurant is a celebrated institution known for its spectacular vistas of Circular Quay. The menu focuses on Modern Australian cuisine, highlighting seasonal and thoughtfully sourced ingredients like fresh seafood and premium meats. Whether seated on the outdoor terrace or in the elegant interior, guests are treated to a front-row seat to the Sydney Harbour Bridge and Opera House. With its polished service and extensive cocktail bar, it remains a premier destination for both locals celebrating milestones and travelers seeking a quintessential Sydney dining experience.
Perched on the top floor of the historic Customs House, Cafe Sydney Restaurant is a celebrated institution known for its spectacular vistas of Circular Quay. The menu focuses on Modern Australian cuisine, highlighting seasonal and thoughtfully sourced ingredients like fresh seafood and premium meats. Whether seated on the outdoor terrace or in the elegant interior, guests are treated to a front-row seat to the Sydney Harbour Bridge and Opera House. With its polished service and extensive cocktail bar, it remains a premier destination for both locals celebrating milestones and travelers seeking a quintessential Sydney dining experience.
Address
Level 5 Customs House,31 Alfred St, Sydney NSW 2000, Australia
Websitecafesydney.com
Phone(02) 9251 8683
Hours
ClosedMon
12:00 - 10:30 PM
Tue
12:00 - 10:30 PM
Wed
12:00 - 10:30 PM
Thu
12:00 - 10:30 PM
Fri
12:00 - 10:30 PM
Sat
12:00 - 10:30 PM
Sun
12:00 - 5:00 PM
Highlights
Panoramic views of the Harbour Bridge and Opera House.
Refined Modern Australian menu with seasonal ingredients.
Professional and attentive service staff.
Prime rooftop location atop the historic Customs House.
Extensive cocktail and wine selection.
Currency
AUD $
Time of Day
Lunch, Dinner, Late Night
Languages Spoken
English
Occasion Tags
Date Night, Special Occasion, Tourists, Business, Locals
Reviews
4.5
Excellent4 K reviews
Cafe Sydney Restaurant is widely regarded as a Sydney institution, primarily celebrated for its breathtaking views of the Harbour Bridge, Opera House, and Circular Quay. Reviewers consistently praise the unmistakable sense of occasion and the high quality of the Modern Australian menu, which features seasonal and refined dishes. The service is frequently highlighted as exceptional, with staff described as professional, attentive, and friendly. While the food is noted as being on the pricier side, most guests feel the combination of the culinary quality and the spectacular rooftop setting justifies the cost. Some visitors mention that the view can occasionally be partially blocked by large cruise ships in the harbour, but the overall experience remains highly recommended for special events. It is described as a sophisticated, non-casual venue that delivers a consistent and polished dining experience.
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Location
Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
