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Redfern

Island Radio, Redfern.
14.5/20

Deep-flavoured sambals and satay: Our critic’s verdict on the tropical disco of Island Radio

Does the first restaurant to open in Redfern’s new $500 million Wunderlich Lane precinct live up to the hype?

  • David Matthews
Here you can see the almost-perfect layer of salted carrot and pickled beetroot that have both been painstakingly julienned and cut into matchsticks.

The salad sandwich is a perfect summer lunch option, this is one of Sydney’s best

Some salad sangers lead to regret, but this is a celebration of crunch and freshness. “It’s by far our most labour-intensive sanger on the menu.”

  • Sarah Norris
A 50-year-old bougainvillea stands at the centre of the room.

Olympus

Greek dining has reached new heights.

  • Erina Starkey
Inside Island Radio.

Island Radio

High-energy spot for South-East Asian fare.

  • Erina Starkey
Grilled beef tongue with jicama and salted chilli at Attenzione! Food & Wine.
Good Food hat15/20

Attenzione!

Inviting Italian-ish bar big on personality and flavour.

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Chipotle barbacoa beef taco (left) and al pastor pork and pineapple taco at Ricos Tacos.
Critics' Pick

Ricos Tacos

Tacos, tostadas and the rest pop inside a two-storey pub.

Dining at Fontana in Redfern.
Good Food hat15/20

Fontana

Casual tratt with a confident kitchen and informed, warm service.

A selection of pakora and chaat at Flyover Fritterie in Redfern.
Critics' Pick

Flyover Fritterie

Smart and spicy vegetarian canteen.

Go-to dish: Chicken schnitzel with mash and gravy ($27).
14/20

Goodbye, pokies. Hello, oysters and ‘pretty bloody good’ schnitty at this reborn Redfern boozer

A team of young operators has brought a new look and nostalgia-fuelled tricks to The Bat & Ball Hotel.

  • Callan Boys
St Jude’s Cafe in Redfern.

St Jude’s Cafe

For more than 12 years, St Jude’s has been the go-to spot for the quintessential cafe experience.

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