The best cafes for dinner in Sydney in 2026, including evening dining, small plates, and wine from the city's top dinner
Dining Desk is a contributing writer covering eat-drink and public affairs for The Sydney Times.
The Grounds of Alexandria in Alexandria is one of the best cafes for dinner in Sydney. The cafe has a large outdoor area with a garden and outdoor seating. The dinner menu includes small plates, wood-fired pizza, and grilled meats. The wine list focuses on Australian producers. The cafe is accessible by train to St Peters station.
Brother Bunny in Newtown is a cafe with a focus on dinner. The cafe has a small outdoor area with tables and chairs. The dinner menu includes small plates, wood-fired pizza, and grilled meats. The wine list focuses on Australian producers. The cafe is accessible by train to Newtown station.
Cafe若不是 in Bondi is a cafe with a focus on dinner. The cafe has a small outdoor area with tables and chairs. The dinner menu includes small plates, wood-fired pizza, and grilled meats. The wine list focuses on Australian producers. The cafe is accessible by bus from Bondi Junction station.
Sonya's Cafe in Bronte is a cafe with a focus on dinner. The cafe has a small outdoor area with tables and chairs. The dinner menu includes small plates, wood-fired pizza, and grilled meats. The wine list focuses on Australian producers. The cafe is accessible by bus from Bondi Junction station.
Two Good Co in Surry Hills is a cafe with a focus on dinner. The cafe has a small courtyard with tables, chairs, and a garden. The dinner menu includes small plates, wood-fired pizza, and grilled meats. The wine list focuses on Australian producers. The cafe is accessible by train to Central station.
The Grounds of Alexandria in Alexandria has a range of small plates, including house-made sourdough, seasonal vegetables, cheese, and charcuterie. The small plates are designed to be shared and are paired with a range of Australian wines.
Brother Bunny in Newtown has a range of small plates, including house-made sourdough, seasonal vegetables, cheese, and charcuterie. The small plates are designed to be shared and are paired with a range of Australian wines.
Cafe若不是 in Bondi has a range of small plates, including house-made sourdough, seasonal vegetables, cheese, and charcuterie. The small plates are designed to be shared and are paired with a range of Australian wines.
The Grounds of Alexandria in Alexandria has a wood-fired pizza oven and a range of pizza options, including classic pizzas, gourmet pizzas, and vegan pizzas. The pizzas are made with fresh ingredients and are cooked in the wood-fired oven. The price is $15 to $25 for a pizza.
Brother Bunny in Newtown has a wood-fired pizza oven and a range of pizza options, including classic pizzas, gourmet pizzas, and vegan pizzas. The pizzas are made with fresh ingredients and are cooked in the wood-fired oven. The price is $15 to $25 for a pizza.
Cafe若不是 in Bondi has a wood-fired pizza oven and a range of pizza options, including classic pizzas, gourmet pizzas, and vegan pizzas. The pizzas are made with fresh ingredients and are cooked in the wood-fired oven. The price is $15 to $25 for a pizza.
The Grounds of Alexandria in Alexandria has a wood-fired grill and a range of grilled meats, including steak, lamb, and chicken. The meats are sourced from local producers and are cooked over wood fire. The price is $30 to $50 for a main course.
Brother Bunny in Newtown has a wood-fired grill and a range of grilled meats, including steak, lamb, and chicken. The meats are sourced from local producers and are cooked over wood fire. The price is $30 to $50 for a main course.
Cafe若不是 in Bondi has a wood-fired grill and a range of grilled meats, including steak, lamb, and chicken. The meats are sourced from local producers and are cooked over wood fire. The price is $30 to $50 for a main course.
The Grounds of Alexandria in Alexandria has a wine list that focuses on Australian producers. The list includes a range of red, white, and sparkling wines. The wines are available by the glass and by the bottle. The cafe also has a range of natural wines.
Brother Bunny in Newtown has a wine list that focuses on Australian producers. The list includes a range of red, white, and sparkling wines. The wines are available by the glass and by the bottle. The cafe also has a range of natural wines.
Cafe若不是 in Bondi has a wine list that focuses on Australian producers. The list includes a range of red, white, and sparkling wines. The wines are available by the glass and by the bottle. The cafe also has a range of natural wines.
If you are new to Sydney dinner, start with a flat white and a small plate at The Grounds of Alexandria. For a more substantial meal, try the wood-fired pizza or the grilled meats. Pair your meal with a glass of Australian wine.
More information about dinner in Sydney is available at Broadsheet and Time Out Sydney.
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