Best Authentic Restaurants in Watsons Bay

153 restaurants available nearby

1. Neptune's Grotto

new

4.9

Exceptional(47)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Sydney CBD

Booked 95 times today

The Pellegrino 2000 Team to Open Neptune’s Grotto, a Basement Italian Joint in the CBD.

2. Song Bird

4.4

Awesome(204)

Price: Very Expensive

• Chinese • Double Bay

Booked 93 times today

Song Bird is open 7 nights. Lunch Friday to Sunday. Song Bird by chef Neil Perry AM offers a superlative culinary experience that blends the delicate flavours of Cantonese cuisine with the warmth and fragrance of traditional Chinese cooking. Reflecting Perry’s profound appreciation for Chinese culinary traditions, Song Bird’s menu is designed for sharing and is a testament to Perry’s commitment to cooking with fresh, locally-sourced premium produce.Situated in Sydney’s Double Bay and set over three levels, Song Bird exudes a sophisticated yet welcoming ambience. Housed in the heritage-listed 1960’s masterpiece ‘Gaden House’, designed by architect the late Neville Gruzman, Song Bird's interior immerses guests in contemporary elegance with a subtle nod to Chinese sensibilities. Neil Perry AM is one of Australia’s leading and most influential chefs. He has been the Food, Beverage & Service Director at QANTAS for 25+years, creating one of the best dining experiences in the sky.

3. Pellegrino 2000

4.7

Exceptional(1016)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Surry Hills

Booked 91 times today

Pellegrino 2000 is an authentic Italian restaurant in Surry Hills. Reviewers consistently praise the 'delicious', 'hearty', and 'balanced' food, calling it 'traditional Italian' with a 'neighbourhood Italian vibe'. They also appreciate the friendly, knowledgeable staff and the intimate, charming ambience. One reviewer even noted it 'feels like you're in an Italian trattoria in the 1960s'.

4. Roast Republic

4.7

Exceptional(77)

Price: Expensive

• American • Sydney CBD

Booked 11 times today

Welcome to Roast Republic, where we bring the authentic flavours of American BBQ to Clarence Street Sydney, inspired by the rich culinary tradition originating in the Southern United States.Our Beef short ribs, USA Pork & Lamb ribs a quintessential part of American cuisine are applied two culinary pillars that are the key to unlocking a symphony of flavors. The art of the dry rub and homemade BBQ sauce that is bold, layered and unique. These essential components infuse the meat with layers of complexity and adding a punch of flavor in every bite, then slow cooked, and enjoyed as a delicious communal dining experience. Experience true American BBQ flavours with our signature boards perfectly crafted to share as a delicious communal dining experience. Whether you're craving classic comfort food or looking to indulge in savory Southern favourites, our menu has something for everyone. Join us at Roast Republic for family-style servings and experience comfort food of American BBQ.

A photo of CARMELA Nonna of Piccolina restaurant

5. CARMELA Nonna of Piccolina

4.7

Exceptional(16)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Double Bay

Booked 13 times today

AUTHENTIC ITALIAN FOOD + WARM ITALIAN VIBES Nonna style, casual dining. Welcome to our home.

A photo of Chat Thai - Circular Quay restaurant

6. Chat Thai - Circular Quay

4.3

Awesome(55)

Price: Moderate

• Thai • Circular Quay

Booked 13 times today

Chat Thai became an instant smash hit in 1989 when it opened its first restaurant with plenty of heat and authentic Thai dishes. We've since added restaurants in Circular Quay, Westfield Sydney, Neutral Bay, Chatswood and Galeries Victoria, and in 2015 we added organic, fresh produce from our farm in Byron Bay. We look forward to meeting you soon.

A photo of The East Chinese Restaurant restaurant

7. The East Chinese Restaurant

4.5

Awesome(50)

Price: Expensive

• Chinese • Circular Quay

Booked 14 times today

The East is Sydney’s leading fine dining Chinese restaurant by the Opera House, Circular Quay. With both indoor and outdoor seating with a view of the Sydney Harbor Bridge, we proudly serve authentic Chinese cuisine, offering a diverse and delicious menu inspired by rich Chinese history.Our menu is very extensive, with dishes that are hot and powerful to those that are more mild and subtle. Whether you’re craving sweet and sour flavors, or steamed natural aromas, or perhaps exotic herbs and spices, The East has dishes that will tantalize your taste buds.

8. Yakitori Yurippi

4.6

Exceptional(41)

Price: Expensive

• Japanese • Crows Nest

Booked 42 times today

Yurippi is a Japanese Yaktiori restaurant designed to provide a homely and comfortable atmosphere where locals and visitors to Crows Nest can relax and unwind, while having a good time. The menu is seasonal and will be updated regularly in order to deliver the freshest ingredients throughout the year.

9. Ikaria

4.7

Exceptional(337)

Price: Expensive

• Mediterranean • Bondi Beach

Booked 29 times today

Ikaria is a Greek Island which derives its name from Icarus, who is believed to have fallen into the sea after he tried to fly to the sun with wax wings. One of the five Blue Zones in the world, Ikaria is a natural idyll in the Aegean Sea where people are said to live the longest. It is a nature lover's paradise surrounded by crystal blue water along the coast. The Ikarian way of life has inspired us to bring the lifestyle and longevity to the iconic Bondi Beach. With unobstructed ocean views, Ikaria Bondi brings people together to create a bond between community and friends through Mediterranean Mezes and delicious cocktails.

10. Fratelli Paradiso

4.7

Exceptional(164)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Potts Point

Booked 39 times today

WALK-INS ALWAYS BENVENUTI!Italian food and imported wine in a bustling space with exposed-brick walls and a blackboard menu.

‘About the restaurant’ descriptions have been generated using an artificial intelligence model comprised of OpenTable proprietary data that has not been independently verified by OpenTable. The content is presented as-is, for informational purposes only.

See what locals rave about

From verified diners like you

S
Swati
New South Wales •4 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Nice ambience, wonderful food and good service. Neil Perry does not disappoint!
More info
Song BirdPrice: Very Expensive• Chinese• Double Bay
•
4.4
J
Jeremy
Sydney •1 review
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
The Roast Republic never disappoints. The service is always first class, the food is next level and the menu is broad enough to cater for the fussiest of diners. I’m a semi regular and I always look for reasons to be able to eat there. Five stars every visit.
More info
Roast RepublicPrice: Expensive• American• Sydney CBD
•
4.7
M
Marc
Sydney •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
We were there for a friends birthday lunch. The service was great, I believe the person looking after us was Kara. Really friendly, helpful.food was amazing, as was the wine choice. I was a little worried at first that we would be in the wine cellar. Was not sure if it would be too small, but it was actually really nice. We have been there before and definitely go back.
More info
Pellegrino 2000Price: Expensive• Italian• Surry Hills
•
4.7
N
Nada
Sydney •3 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
Had high expectations for this restaurant given we love Pellegrino and Clam Bar - and it didn’t disappoint. Italian/American Italian soul food served in generous portions with excellent, attentive service that wasn’t stuffy…in an intimate, sexy space with great acoustics. Definitely coming back here!
More info
Neptune's GrottoPrice: Expensive• Italian• Sydney CBD
•
4.9
C
Colin
Sydney •4 reviews
5.0
Dined on 24 Dec 2024
Really tasty - penne pasta with Norma sauce was excellent - felt like we were in Sicily! Thoroughly enjoyed the dinner.
More info
CARMELA Nonna of PiccolinaPrice: Moderate• Italian• Double Bay
•
4.7

Explore OpenTable

Watsons Bay

Best Authentic Restaurants in Watsons Bay

Price

Cuisine

Regions

Areas

Top Rated

Dining Options

Seating Options

Accessibility

153 restaurants available nearby

1. Neptune's Grotto

2. Song Bird

3. Pellegrino 2000

4. Roast Republic

5. CARMELA Nonna of Piccolina

6. Chat Thai - Circular Quay

7. The East Chinese Restaurant

8. Yakitori Yurippi

9. Ikaria

10. Fratelli Paradiso

See what locals rave about

Explore OpenTable