Sydney is well-known for its thriving, diverse food scene, so it’s no surprise that many people choose to visit some of the city’s best restaurants in large groups. Whether you’re gathering with family, hosting an important business dinner, a birthday celebration or a fun night out with friends, the best restaurants for groups in Sydney have a table for you.
Enjoy seasonal bistro dishes in Potts Point or try traditional Brazilian churrasco in Darling Quarter. A fine dining neighbourhood restaurant features a curated group menu and an American restaurant serves up bottomless wings. Share creative Japanese dishes in Newtown or a Middle Eastern feast in Potts Point. The CBD boasts a spacious steakhouse and a fine-dining Indian hotspot. Summer Hill and Rhodes are home to one of Sydney’s best Italian restaurants and you can find one of Sydney’s best Chinese restaurants in the heart of the city.
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Read on for 10 of the best restaurants for groups in Sydney
For one of the best sharing menus in Sydney – book at Teddy in Potts Point
Teddy is a relaxed, modern Australian bistro serving a fresh, seasonal menu. Grab a spot in the earthy, mood-lit dining space and enjoy comfort food to a soundtrack of classic 80s hits. If you’re planning a big event, the outdoor courtyard can be booked for private dining with up to 25 diners. The Teddy sharing menu for seven people or more is perfect for group gatherings. Start with Sydney rock oysters with a champagne and finger line mignonette and spring vegetable crudité with a French onion dip. Move onto tender minute steak and salt and vinegar fries before finishing off with a baked meringue with a wattleseed crème anglaise.
For one of the best steakhouses in Sydney – check out BRAZA Churrascaria in Darling Quarter
Try traditional Brazilian barbeque at BRAZA Churrascaria – Darling Quarter. Using Australian meat and Brazilian flavours and techniques, grab a seat and wait for the Passadores to bring the meat over to your table, carving slices as they go. The special group Churrasco menu is available for groups of 20 or more and must be ordered three days in advance. For $95 per person enjoy skewers of beef, pork (including a whole suckling pig), lamb, fish and chicken. Add on side dishes like cassava chips and Brazilian chilies. There’s also a vegetarian menu featuring vegetarian paella, char-grilled witlof and cassava fritters. Plus, kids under five eat for free and kids under 12 eat for a discounted price.
For one of the best fine dining experiences for groups in Sydney – book at Ursula’s in Paddington
You’ll feel right at home at Ursula’s Paddington, a neighbourhood restaurant beloved by Paddington locals. In the airy, elegant dining space you’ll be served an unforgettable fine dining experience. Groups of seven or more will dine from the group menu, priced at $130 per person. Enjoy the most popular dishes from Ursula’s seasonal menu, curated by chef-owner Phil Wood. Smaller groups can order a la carte, perhaps kicking things off with a glass of Ursula’s negroni and some roast scallops. For your entrée try seasonal seafood like roast king prawns or the Moreton Bay bug pasta. Dig into mains like the roast duck breast with orange sauce or share a juicy 1kg Westholme wagyu t-bone with wasabi, lime and mustard. Finish off with some fluffy golden syrup dumplings or a plate of cheese. The drinks menu includes signature cocktails, sweet dessert wine and magnums of champagne, perfect for special celebrations.
For one of the best bars for groups in Sydney – book a table at Wingboy in Haymarket, Newtown and Randwick
With locations in Haymarket, Newtown, Randwick, Wingboy is fast becoming one of Sydney’s best options for classic American food. While each location has a slightly different vibe, expect a neon-lit dining space packed with tables, barstools and a buzzing atmosphere. Wings are, of course, the specialty here, with 13 sauces made fresh daily. But, if wings aren’t your thing, there’s also juicy boneless tenders and crispy cauliflower bites, so everyone can join in on the fun. Go for the classic buffalo wings for a spicy kick or try the honey soy option if you prefer your wings a little more mild. Alternatively, challenge your tastebuds with the super spicy asskickin’ sauce. Order the bottomless wings and get two hours of unlimited wings, tenders, slaw and fries. Alternatively, groups of six or more can book the set menu for $30 per person. You’ll get a selection of Wingboy’s most popular sauces plus loaded fries, mac n cheese and coleslaw.
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For a fun night out at one of the best restaurants for groups in Sydney – check out Rising Sun Workshop in Newtown
As the name suggests Rising Sun Workshop is always workshopping new dishes and flavours, bringing you something unique every time. Guided by tradition, but not bound by it, the kitchen uses local products and ingredients to create hearty, aromatic bowls of ramen and other Japanese dishes to satisfy you’re cravings. If you’re visiting with a group, consider booking one of the set menus. The Izakaya set features juicy yakitori skewers and DIY pork belly handrolls. The ramen set includes fried tofu with “life-affirming” gachujiang sauce and your choice of ramen. Both showcase Rising Sun’s popular pork and ginger gyoza with chilli oil magic. Add on bottomless whisky highballs for $35 per person and you’re sure to have a great night out.
For a Middle Eastern feast at one of Sydney’s best restaurants – book your table at Ezra in Potts Point
Mediterranean and Middle Eastern flavours come together at Ezra in Potts Point. Share plates made with fresh produce and sip on natural wines and bubbling cocktails. Opulent archways, floral patterns and a leafy terrace combine to create a lush, immersive atmosphere, perfect for special occasions. The Mesiba Let’s Party menu and the Zazim Let’s Do It menu are perfect for big groups. Start with some oysters and spiced olives before enjoying the house pita and Jerusalem bagels. The Zazim menu includes roast spatchcock while the Mesiba menu features lamb shoulder with ras el hangout. Both include roast cauliflower with burnt honey and feta for vegetarian options. For a sweet finish, consider adding on an ice cream baklava with burnt honey ice cream for dessert.
For business meals and team lunches at one of the best restaurants for groups in Sydney – head to Kingsleys Australian Steakhouse in Sydney CBD
Spacious and elegantly rustic, Kingsleys Australian Steakhouse is one of the best spots in Sydney to enjoy a traditional steakhouse experience (with a bit of a modern edge). Cathedral-style ceilings and stone walls provide a historic touch while white-clothed tables and plush chairs add a little luxury. There are plenty of long tables that can seat large groups and a private dining room that seats up to 30 people. Start with pasture-fed beef carpaccio with shemiji mushrooms or the Hiramasa kingfish tartare panzenella. When it comes to the steaks you’ll be spoiled for choice, with cuts from farms across New South Wales and Queensland. Try the yearling petit fillet from Wagga Wagga or share the 1kg T-bone from South-East Queensland. Non-steak options include a must-try beef Wellington with mushroom duxelle.
For an Indian banquet at one of the best restaurants for groups in Sydney – try The Grand Palace Indian Restaurant Fine Dining in Sydney CBD
Head down under George Street and into an opulent basement that hides The Grand Palace (Sydney CBD) Indian Restaurant Fine Dining. Sit on ornate wood and leather chairs under the pale blue, intricate indoor pergola and browse the menu of classic Indian favourites. There are multiple banquet options perfect for large groups including both vegetarian and non-vegetarian options. Start with Rajasthani mirchi vada, jalapeños stuffed with spiced potato and cottage cheese, before moving onto kadhai paneer with cottage cheese and capsicum in a rich tomato gravy. Or try the saffron chicken tikka, followed by a mild butter chicken. Finish off with gulab jamun, deep-fried, spiced dough dipped in sugar syrup.
For one of the best Italian restaurants for large groups in Sydney – head to Andiamo Trattoria in Summer Hill and Rhodes
With outposts in Summer Hill and Rhodes, Andiamo Trattoria offers a traditional Italian dining experience in a vibrant, intimate atmosphere. Dine indoors near the woodfire oven or head outside to the al fresco tables – in the sunshine or undercover. This is a fantastic option for big groups with several feast menus and tasting experiences. The Grande feast is the most indulgent with share platters of calamari and polenta chips and pasta platters of handmade gnocchi and spaghetti marinara. Mains include pollo Josephine and chicken schnitzel and you can add dessert platters for an extra $10. The grazing feast is all about taking it slow as you enjoy roast pumpkin arancini and bruschetta followed by creamy pasta and slices of margherita.
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For a Chinese feast at one of the best restaurants for groups in Sydney – visit Tao Restaurant and Bar in Sydney CBD
Tao Restaurant and Bar Sydney offers a contemporary take on classic Cantonese cuisine. Relax in the light, airy dining space with lantern-like lights and elegant artwork. Groups of four or more can order one of the banquet menus. Try the truffle xiao long bao or some crispy vegetarian spring rolls. The deep-fried pork chops with Tasmanian honey and steamed orange roughy fillets are great options for mains. Pair it all with specialty cocktails like the sake strawberry and lychee or mocktails like the botanical violet punch.
Sydney has plenty of excellent restaurants ready to host your next group get-together. With set menus and banquet feasts perfect for sharing, group dining is a breeze at these hotspots. Whether you’re in Potts Point or the CBD you can find everything from Indian fine dining to American-style wings. From big celebrations to casual catch-ups, the best restaurants for groups in Sydney can host any occasion.
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