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Shady Pines Saloon soon after opening in 2010.

Swillhouse’s bar Shady Pines Saloon to close after dispute resolved with landlord

The venue helped redefine the city’s bar culture, before allegations of sexual misconduct rocked its parent company. Now the site is being turned into a private members’ club.

  • Scott Bolles
Half-chicken with French onion soup toast.
14.5/20

Heritage farmhouse meets natural wine at this new bread fanciers’ hang-out

The All Purpose Bakery team brings “posh RSL” vibes and a no-bookings policy to a refurbished sandstone cottage on Oxford Street, serving rissoles, steak, oysters Kilpatrick and all things bread.

  • Callan Boys
Dining at Bar Vincent.

Bar Copains team takes over food lovers’ haunt and chef hangout Bar Vincent

“When you’re in a position to buy such a great restaurant, you do”: Seasoned chefs Nathan Sasi and Morgan McGlone have snapped up the Liverpool Street venue, only weeks after opening their latest project, Bessie’s.

  • Scott Bolles
A.P Bread & Wine’s front courtyard.

A.P Bread & Wine

Canelé and chardonnay, together at last.

The outdoor tables at Cafe Freda’s are hot property.

Redevelopment claims one of Sydney’s most popular late-night venues

The popular people-watching spot at the junction of Oxford and Flinders Street will reopen in a new location in 2025.

  • Erina Starkey
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Sesame fried chicken, cheese, pickled zucchini and curry mayo sandwich.

‘Great sandwich, great coffee!’: This Japanese-inspired cafe channels convenience store vibes

Darlinghurst cafe Punpun has quickly gained a loyal following for its pillowy sandwiches filled with steamed custard, sesame-crusted fried chicken and smashed beef patties.

  • Lee Tran Lam
 Avia.
14.5/20

‘Hands-on and handmade’ is the motto behind this fresh neighbourhood tratt

Focaccia, pasta, vinegars, sausages are all made from scratch at small Darlinghurst spot Avia.

  • Terry Durack
Gyoza from Nom in Darlinghurst.
Critics' Pick

Nom

Top-notch snacks inside a humble drinking den.

The chilli chicken and coriander ramen at Chaco Ramen.
14.5/20

Chaco Ramen

A humble space for a hearty ramen.

Albacore tuna with pickled rose petals and finger lime at The Waratah.
14.5/20

The Waratah

Friendly, occasionally loud and Australian-produce proud.

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