TWSG Black Book: Top restaurants for every occasion
We are spoilt for choice with top restaurants in Sydney, yet knowing where to book a table for a business meeting, based on the occasion, can be surprisingly tricky!
To help make your next decision as fast as your WPM, The Well-Suited Group is opening its Little Black Book to share our top restaurant recommendations.
Securing a great table at the right venue can be the difference between your boss signing a new client or getting an important business deal across the line.
A top EA understands the purpose of the business meeting and will choose the venue, menu and drinks list accordingly.
Note : Some of our favourites such as Spice Temple, Barangaroo House and Bennelong remain closed from lockdown - but with more venues reopening each week, it won’t be long before they’re taking bookings again.
TWSG’s top restaurant recommendations for every occasion are:
Networking
For a guaranteed great lunch with colleagues and business associates, try:
District Brasserie – Grass-fed steaks and top wagyu beef for sharing in the grand foyer of the Chifley - tel. 9230 0900
Balcon – Spanish dining in the heart of the CBD with rustic fare and free flowing wine - tel. 9223 6176
Mercado – Mediterranean inspired sharing menu with set menus to make ordering easy - tel. 9221 6444
Continental Deli CBD – European deli, bar and bistro, halfway between Martin Place and Hyde Park – tel. 8624 3131
Saying thanks or congrats, in style
Thanking your team for a job well done or hosting a celebration, calls for something high end! We love:
Hubert – French fine dining at its best. (Only taking tables of 10 at the moment post COVID) - tel. 9232 0881
Pendolino – Arguably Australia’s best formal Italian restaurant. Pasta heaven. Located in the Strand Arcade - tel. 9231 6117
Spice Temple – (Temporarily closed) Modern Chinese. Don’t miss out on the famous spice-fried wings - tel 8099 7077.
Truly, madly Sydney
Entertaining an international visitor? Then don’t look past the views of Sydney Harbour and an impressive Australiana menu:
Cafe Sydney – Spectacular Harbour views from the top of Customs House. Australian wine and amazing seafood - tel. 9251 8683
Quay – Peerless modern Australian food by Chef Peter Gilmore. Recently awarded best new private dining room by Qantas - tel. 9251 5600
Bennelong – (Temporarily closed) Fine dining at the Opera House showcasing quality Australian produce - tel. 9240 8000
Barangaroo House - (Temporarily closed) Modern Australian cuisine with stunning harbour views, brought to life by celebrity chef Matt Moran. tel. 8587 5400
Cheap(er) and cheerful
You might have a tight budget – but still want somewhere with good food and wine:
Mordeo – A taste of southern Europe in the CBD. The fresh pasta is amazing. Excellent vegan and veggie options too. tel. 9232 1306
Cubbys Kitchen – A modern twist on traditional Lebanese food. Try the delicious lamb kaftas. tel. 9252 9648
Prince of York – Serving simple Mediterranean far in a lively atmosphere inspired by the 80s and 90s in Berlin. tel. 8066 0550
Long Chim – TimeOut says this is the best Thai food in Sydney right now, and we agree! tel. 9223 7999
Matteo Downtown – (Temporarily closed) A slice of southern Italy in Sydney. So good. Don’t miss Aperitivo Hour from 4-6 pm weekdays. tel. 0437 682 295
For your ears only
Sensitive matters require the privacy and discreet service of a private dining room. Check out:
Rockpool Bar & Grill – Over 3,000 wines accompany a menu featuring wood-fired meats and seafood. Choose ‘The Board Room’ for up to eight guests or The Bligh for over 20 with a set menu. tel. 8099 7077
Azuma – A separate private dining room sits up to 40 people, serving authentic Japanese cuisine. tel. 9222 9960
Beppis – Traditional Italian dining with a host of private spaces for 6, 8, 10 or 32 guests. tel. 9360 4558
Finally, when making your reservation be sure you take into account the rest of the day’s events in your executive’s diary. If you can avoid additional time commuting to and from lunch, this will allow more time for discussion.
And always remember to thank the maître’d, this will assist in building a relationship which can help you secure a table on short notice in the future.
Best,
Lauren