Bennelong
Australian restaurant · Sydney ·
Fine dining in iconic Sydney Opera House with harbor views
Fine dining in iconic Sydney Opera House with harbor views
"Inside the Sydney Opera House, executive chef Peter Gilmore cleverly pays tribute to the architectural icon with a classic Aussie dessert, the pavlova, sculpted with Italian meringue shards shaped like the building’s signature sails; there are no hidden concert halls inside this dessert, though, but a fruity core of passionfruit curd. It’s just one of the chef’s playful takes on iconic Australian sweets. On the savory side, dishes like Western Australian marron with finger lime or ravioli with Hervey Bay scallops, map the country’s diverse pantry. Best for: A scenic meal in the country’s most famous building. Like Quay, Bennelong’s sister restaurant, the dining room offers postcard views across the harbor." - Lee Tran Lam
"When friends from overseas are in the mood for fine-dining, I head here for great views of the Sydney Harbour." - Kenneth Goh
"If I have friends from overseas who are in the mood for fine-dining, I would go to Bennelong, where there are great views of the Sydney Harbor." - Kenneth Goh
"If friends from overseas are in the mood for fine-dining, I go here for great views of the Sydney Harbor." - Kenneth Goh
"The soaring and gorgeous Bennelong Restaurant at the Sydney Opera House has four options for dining and drinking: the restaurant, the bar, the cured and cultured section, and the chef's table in the kitchen. Bennelong Bar is perfect for a pre- or post-theater seasonal cocktail or glass of fancy Champagne. At the restaurant, you'll need a reservation, but for the bar, you can just walk in and enjoy the jaw-dropping views of Sydney Harbor while sipping bubbly and sampling some Sydney rock oysters. The space is dotted with couples celebrating anniversaries, birthdays and special occasions; after all, this is an elegant place—so be sure to dress your best." - Sophie Davies
