Best Romantic Restaurants in Darlinghurst

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A photo of Elements Smokehouse and Bar Darlinghurst restaurant

1. Elements Smokehouse and Bar Darlinghurst

4.7

Exceptional(55)

Price: Expensive

• American • Darlinghurst

Booked 26 times today

Welcome to Elements Smokehouse and Bar, where culinary excellence meets vibrant ambience in the heart of Sydney. Our menu showcases the finest ingredients and expert cooking techniques, ensuring every dish is a flavorful masterpiece. While steak is our specialty, prepared to perfection with the choicest cuts, our culinary prowess extends to a diverse range of options, from juicy ribs to crispy fried chicken wings. Join us for an unforgettable dining experience and discover why Elements Smokehouse is acclaimed as one of the best American Diners in Sydney. Just a short walk from Surry Hills, Potts Point and Kings Cross, our romantic steakhouse and restaurant are ready to give you an unforgettable experience.

2. The Waratah

4.6

Exceptional(106)

Price: Expensive

• Australian • Darlinghurst

Booked 12 times today

The Waratah is a neighbourhood friendly bar, located in the heart of Darlinghurst. Our ground floor features a friendly and easy-going public bar designed for walk-ins only. Upstairs is open for bookings, with a vibrant terrace bar complete with a stunning sun-draped rooftop and wrap-around veranda.Our focus is on cocktails and great food. The Waratah is our love letter to all that makes Australia unique: small & independent producers, local growers, native produce and a diverse and singular landscape.Welcome to The Waratah, let’s explore Australia together.

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3. Paski Vineria Popolare

4.8

Exceptional(57)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Darlinghurst

Booked 8 times today

Paski Vineria Popolare is a restaurant & wine bar, with more casual vibe on the ground floor (walk-ins only) and more curated food and wine selection on the upstair floor (bookings and walk-ins). The venue serves Italian food, freshly made pasta, from small individual nibbles to more substantial dishes.

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4. Claire's Kitchen at Le Salon

4.8

Exceptional(26)

Price: Expensive

• French • Surry Hills

Booked 6 times today

Open since 2010, Claire's Kitchen creates an authentic and familiar French experience that keeps bringing customers back.Situated between Surry Hills and Darlinghurst over 2 levels. The ground level is reserved for classic dinner experience while the mezzanine level hosts Cabaret Nights from Tuesday to Sunday or private functions at request.Former TV chef Marc Kuzma (aka Claire de Lune) lets his talents shine at his Darlinghurst venture. Step through the doors from Oxford Street, and enter a world of glamour, decadence and French chic. Soaring ceilings, imported wallpapers, glittering chandeliers, white linen, black Louis XV chairs and French antiques will make you feel like you're world's away from the chaos of the bustling street outside. Oh oui, nous aimons que….(we love that!). Charming French waiters warmly welcome patrons at Claire' and the brasserie classics with contemporary touches are done with true French finesse. It's French chic at its best.

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5. Black bottle - Sydney

5.0

Exceptional(1)

Price: Moderate

• French • Darlinghurst

Booked 1 time today

Black Bottle Darlo is a vibrant, contemporary bar and eatery in Darlinghurst, Sydney, known for its cozy, speakeasy atmosphere and eclectic charm. With a unique selection of cocktails, wines, and classic French bistro cuisine, Black Bottle Darlo is perfect for casual meetups, date nights, or lively gatherings. Its laid-back yet stylish ambiance, complete with low lighting and an intimate vibe, makes it a hidden gem for those looking to enjoy a relaxed, social night out in the heart of Sydney.

6. Pellegrino 2000

4.7

Exceptional(1021)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Surry Hills

Booked 66 times today

Pellegrino 2000 is a romantic restaurant. The reviews praise its 'intimate', 'warm and vibrant' ambiance, with some even calling it 'very romantic'. The Italian cuisine and excellent service are also noted. It's the perfect place for a date night with its 'delicious food and wine' and 'great ambience'.

7. Clam Bar

4.7

Exceptional(527)

Price: Expensive

• Steak • Sydney CBD

Booked 33 times today

A New York-inspired seafood Grill and steakhouse in the heart of the CBD.

8. The Potting Shed

4.3

Awesome(3821)

Price: Moderate

• Modern Australian • Alexandria

Booked 67 times today

The Potting Shed is a place to meet, eat, drink, relax and chat your day and night away – where hanging plants, terracotta pots and timber beams meet brass, brick and iron. Where you can plant yourself down on the swing seat, bench or at the bar and feel like you are on your family’s porch.It’s a lively place where you can hoe into fresh, locally harvested produce, delivered by our shed-hands. The same hands that will deliver you good-natured banter, craft beers on tap, great tasting wines and unique cocktails.The menu offers cozy share options for groups, three course substantial meal choices for those wanting to make an evening of it and a fun selection of nibbles for people wanting a light after-work snack with their cocktails or a share jug amongst friends.Plus, enjoy exclusive after-dark access to The Grounds of Alexandria's latest laneway attractions when you dine in!

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9. Elements Bar and Grill Walsh Bay

4.4

Awesome(87)

Price: Expensive

• Australian • The Rocks

Booked 40 times today

Elements Bar and Grill has become a dream destination among connoisseurs who appreciate taste of fine food over anything else. No matter what the weather is like around you, you will find it right at home with our cozy seating arrangement and homey ambience. You will be surrounded with smell of freshly cooked steaks, close glimpse of elegant wine and vibe of euphoria coming from our staffs who don’t bother to go extra miles to bring the best food you truly deserve. Whenever you are waiting for your food to come to your table, you may as well take a sneak peak at our meat fridge which is nothing but a teaser of what’s cooking inside. Our customers have fallen in love with this place, its people and what we offer.

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10. love.fish - Barangaroo

4.5

Awesome(1825)

Price: Expensive

• Seafood • Barangaroo

Booked 31 times today

How many restaurants offer premium Australian seafood and waterfront dining at an everyday price point? love.fish is a casual Australian seafood restaurant located on the waterfront in harbour-side Sydney. Now in its thirteenth year, the love.fish Barangaroo restaurant takes Sydney seafood and our founders passion for authentic, accessible seafood dining to the next level. With a 17 metre harbour frontage and 175 seats, we offer a wider selection of Australia’s best locally-sourced oysters, raw fish, whole fish, platters, and crustaceans. All in a world-class waterfront location with the soul and values of a family owned restaurant. Our Barangaroo restaurant offers the provenance and quality of Australian seafood in a relaxed waterfront setting. We’re all about sustainable, local seafood that doesn’t cost the earth, because it doesn’t need to!

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Geoffrey
Sydney •1 review
5.0
Dined on 2 Jan 2025
From our initial greeting we can fault the service. They were very busy but we had continued service from different members of the staff. The meal choices were great. The food tasted amazing and also had a great selection of cocktails. Can’t recommend element smokehouse and bar enough looking forward to the next time we come back.
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Elements Smokehouse and Bar DarlinghurstPrice: Expensive• American• Darlinghurst
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4.7
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nicholas
Sydney •1 review
5.0
Dined on 2 Jan 2025
The duck and the veal were cooked to perfection and the escargots had a wonderful garlic sauce with them. The creme brulee was also memorable. The ambiance at the garden area on the summer night was enchanting.
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Black bottle - SydneyPrice: Moderate• French• Darlinghurst
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5
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Jane
Northern Ireland •1 review
5.0
Dined on 19 Dec 2024
We loved steak night! Great value and amazing cocktails.
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The WaratahPrice: Expensive• Australian• Darlinghurst
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4.6
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Rob
Sydney •1 review
5.0
Dined on 14 Dec 2024
this was the 3rd time we have been here and it continues to be excellent. great friendly service really made our evening
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Paski Vineria PopolarePrice: Expensive• Italian• Darlinghurst
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4.8
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Geoff
Hawaii •6 reviews
5.0
Dined on 5 Dec 2024
Great ambiance, superb food and very friendly service. A must to visit before it closes next year. Another Sydney icon will bite the dust.
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Claire's Kitchen at Le SalonPrice: Expensive• French• Surry Hills
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4.8

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45 restaurants available nearby

1. Elements Smokehouse and Bar Darlinghurst

2. The Waratah

3. Paski Vineria Popolare

4. Claire's Kitchen at Le Salon

5. Black bottle - Sydney

6. Pellegrino 2000

7. Clam Bar

8. The Potting Shed

9. Elements Bar and Grill Walsh Bay

10. love.fish - Barangaroo

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