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Sydney's best restaurants are thriving with festive menus and new openings.
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Australia|Sydney Digital Edition
Saturday 19 September 2026
The Metropolitan Journal
New South Wales
Sydney's best wine bars are thriving with new openings and innovative menus.
The Dining Desk is a contributing writer covering eat-drink and public affairs for The Sydney Times.
Sydney's best wine bars are thriving with new openings and innovative menus. The city's wine bar scene continues to evolve, with venues offering increasingly creative approaches to wine service and food pairing.
Sydney's wine bar landscape has expanded significantly in recent years, with new openings across the CBD, Darlinghurst, and the Inner West. Venues are increasingly focusing on natural wines, small-batch spirits, and innovative food menus that complement their drink offerings. The NSW Liquor & Gaming Authority has recorded a steady stream of new liquor licence applications, reflecting the sector's growth.
The intersection of wine and dining is a particular strength of Sydney's hospitality scene. Local wine bars are partnering with nearby restaurants and food producers to create unique dining experiences. The NSW Food Authority provides licensing and safety information for venues across the city.
The combined dining guide provides visitors with comprehensive information about Sydney's wine bar scene. The Wine Australia provides information about Australian wine regions and producers.
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Wine Australia provides wine region information at Wine Australia. The NSW Food Authority provides licensing information at NSW Food Authority.
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