Rose Bay Food Guide: 10 Must-Eat Restaurants & Street Food Stalls in Rose Bay

January 3, 2018 Leida Jutras

Discover the best restaurant in Rose Bay, Australia including Brown Sugar, Trio Cafe, Flavour of India Edgecliff, Jewel on the Bay, Malabar South Indian Restaurant in Darlinghurst, Catalina Restaurant, Pink Salt, Hurricane's Grill Bondi Beach, Bondi Trattoria, Bondi Icebergs Club
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1. Brown Sugar

106 Curlewis St, Bondi, New South Wales 2026, Australia Reservations, Outdoor Seating, Seating, Waitstaff, Highchairs Available, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol Australian, Vegetarian Friendly, Gluten Free Options, Vegan Options Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Brunch, Late Night HK$8 +61 2 9130 1566
Excellent
69%
Good
23%
Satisfactory
6%
Poor
1%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 277 reviews

Brown Sugar

Reviewed By mervalino - Guernsey, Channel Islands

I chose the cauliflower as my main course even though it's a starter but it was a good sized portion and comprised some of the best flavours I've ever eaten, I wish I knew what went into it so I could do it at home! The sardines to start were also great, lovely tasting as was everything else that we ordered (good steaks, great mash and sauces). The min brownies which came with our coffees were gooey and delicious too, the only downside was that we never made it to experience breakfast! It's a great place!

2. Trio Cafe

56 Campbell Pde, Bondi, New South Wales 2026, Australia Outdoor Seating, Full Bar, Free Wifi, Reservations, Seating, Waitstaff, Highchairs Available, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Accepts American Express, Accepts Mastercard, Accepts Visa, Accepts Credit Cards Cafe, Australian, International, Vegetarian Friendly, Vegan Options, Gluten Free Options Breakfast, Lunch, Brunch HK$94 - HK$181 +61 2 9365 6044
Excellent
73%
Good
21%
Satisfactory
4%
Poor
1%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 439 reviews

Trio Cafe

Reviewed By Max H - Greater London, United Kingdom

Located just up the hill away from central beach and a little bit less touristy. Excellent restaurant with all day menu and Mediterranean twist. Excellent service good wine list reasonably priced. Portions large and we shared zucchini pasta and smoked trout flakes. Very good. Service very helful and comforting.cappuccino brilliantly decorated.

3. Flavour of India Edgecliff

128 New South Head Rd, Sydney, New South Wales 2027, Australia Parking Available, Delivery, Takeout, Reservations, Seating, Waitstaff, Street Parking, Free Off-Street Parking, Highchairs Available, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Accepts Credit Cards Indian, Vegetarian Friendly, Vegan Options, Gluten Free Options Dinner +61 2 9326 2659
Excellent
79%
Good
14%
Satisfactory
3%
Poor
2%
Terrible
2%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 293 reviews

Flavour of India Edgecliff

Flavour of India is a proud restaurant institution in Sydney, often referred to as the best Indian restaurant in Sydney - our menu captures flavours and cooking styles from every corner of the beautiful continent that is India.

Reviewed By jmathew22 - Princeton,NJ

Tripadvisor community, you've failed me for the first time.
# 2 (out of 2000) in all of Sydney in the moderately priced category? You can do better.
Context: 7 Keralite Indians looking forward to a delicious last meal in Sydney but was deeply disappointed.
Service: Hard to enjoy when the staff seem angry and snapping at each other.
Food: Why did the chicken Tikka masala have curry leaf in it but the dishes that are supposed to have it not have any?

We ordered the chicken Tikka masala, butter chicken, Kerala beef, green curry fish, and special Dahl.
I have to be honest: none of the dishes met my expectation for the #2 restaurant in Sydney (out of 2000 ). I wouldn't have placed it even in the top 500.

4. Jewel on the Bay

639 New South Head Rd, Rose Bay, Waverley, New South Wales 2029, Australia Delivery, Takeout, Reservations, Outdoor Seating, Seating, Waitstaff, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar Indian, Vegetarian Friendly, Gluten Free Options, Vegan Options Lunch, Dinner, Breakfast +61 2 9371 4100
Excellent
46%
Good
37%
Satisfactory
11%
Poor
5%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

4 based on 117 reviews

Jewel on the Bay

Reviewed By E K - Perth, Australia

Don’t get me wrong, the food was pretty tasty, and I would have rated this higher if the curry serves were larger. But unfortunately the portion size of the curry was dissapointingly tiny. Upon being seated, we were served pappadums with a dip. We ordered two curries, naan and rice. We liked the meal but doubt we would be rushing back. Good scenery, friendly service. Always busy.

5. Malabar South Indian Restaurant in Darlinghurst

Shop 1 274 Victoria St, Sydney, New South Wales 2010, Australia Takeout, Seating, Waitstaff, Highchairs Available, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Wine and Beer, Accepts American Express, Accepts Mastercard, Accepts Visa, Digital Payments, Delivery, Reservations, Accepts Credit Cards Indian, Asian, Vegetarian Friendly, Vegan Options, Gluten Free Options Lunch, Dinner HK$94 - HK$275 +61 2 9332 1755
Excellent
66%
Good
27%
Satisfactory
5%
Poor
1%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 405 reviews

Malabar South Indian Restaurant in Darlinghurst

The culinary corner stone in the heart of Darlinghurst, Malabar enjoys a long-held reputation for excellence in food, wine and hospitality. Executive Chef Mohammed celebrates carefully sourced local ingredients from nearby farmer's market, where he collaborates with local growers. Chef Mohammed's innovative and skilfully executed dishes deliver intelligent compositions and delightful flavours, carefully married to our Australian wine list.

Reviewed By DnJdorset - Christchurch, United Kingdom

Chose this location after checking other reports on Trip Advisor. Highly rated with lovely food and excellent service. Chose the banquet for 2 for choice and had take away left for next day, still delicious. Went on rainy Sunday night, still very busy, best to book beforehand. Highly recommend.

6. Catalina Restaurant

Lyne Park, Rose Bay, Waverley, New South Wales 2029, Australia Reservations, Outdoor Seating, Seating, Waitstaff, Parking Available, Highchairs Available, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar Seafood, Australian, Contemporary, Vegetarian Friendly, Vegan Options, Gluten Free Options Lunch, Dinner, Late Night HK$275 - HK$432 +61 2 9371 0555
Excellent
62%
Good
22%
Satisfactory
9%
Poor
5%
Terrible
2%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 974 reviews

Catalina Restaurant

Situated on the shores of Sydney Harbour on Rose Bay, Catalina is a beautiful, airy light-filled restaurant and bar with floor to ceiling glass sliding doors opening out onto a long curved balcony over the water. In keeping with its harbourside location, the menu features beautifully fresh seafood - Sydney Rock oysters shucked to order; house smoked Tasmanian salmon; whole snapper and barramundi, filleted on the premises - but also a wide range of the best meat and poultry Australia has to offer. A fabulous Australian and global wine list (over 600 wines) and welcoming, attentive service, make this restaurant a must-do Sydney dining experience. Come in all day for the full menu - Catalina doesn't close between lunch and dinner - or graze on bar food overlooking the most beautiful harbour in the world.

Reviewed By AJMglobaltraveller - London, United Kingdom

I met a friend for lunch at Catalina and we had a lovely table on the deck overlooking Rose Bay.
We shared the antipasto platter, which had fish dumplings, mussels, prawns, scallops, crab meat, squid. The fish dumplings were divine- by the far the best although the rest was good.
We followed the platter with two more entrees as we were not that hungry. We had the seared scallops with cauliflower and cheese sauce and the Crudo Kingfish, which were both nice.
A very nice light meal washed down with a good French Chardonnay.
A very pleasant way to spend the afternoon.
Book if you would like to eat here as the restaurant was packed.

7. Pink Salt

Shop 2 53 Cross St, Woollahra, Sydney, New South Wales 2028, Australia Reservations, Outdoor Seating, Seating, Waitstaff, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Wine and Beer, Accepts American Express, Accepts Mastercard, Accepts Visa, Highchairs Available, Accepts Credit Cards Mediterranean, Australian, Vegetarian Friendly, Vegan Options, Gluten Free Options Lunch, Dinner, Brunch, Late Night HK$31 - HK$220 +61 2 9328 1664
Excellent
62%
Good
24%
Satisfactory
11%
Poor
3%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 153 reviews

Pink Salt

Pink Salt is a refreshing experience. We offer shared, nourishing, wholesome and diverse food with a Mediterranean accent. Our cuisine comprises of contemporary Australian comfort style food on an elevated level. Our guests are welcome to enjoy as little or as much as they like as we offer lunch,snacks in the afternoon and dinner. We also make all our own breads, pasta, charcuterie and icecream in house.

Reviewed By alasdairdunlop - London, United Kingdom

Food, service and atmosphere were all excellent. I really enjoy restaurants where the food such as the vine leaves, are from the owners own garden. I cannot fault the quality of the food which was beautiful and plates such as the ribs and lamb shoulder...MoreThank you for your review

8. Hurricane's Grill Bondi Beach

130 Roscoe St, Bondi, New South Wales 2026, Australia (Formerly Hurricane's Grill ) Delivery, Takeout, Reservations, Outdoor Seating, Seating, Waitstaff, Parking Available, Street Parking, Television, Highchairs Available, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Wine and Beer, Accepts American Express, Accepts Mastercard, Accepts Visa, Digital Payments, Accepts Credit Cards Barbecue, Grill, Steakhouse, Australian, Vegetarian Friendly, Gluten Free Options Drinks, Lunch, Dinner HK$126 - HK$330 +61 2 9130 7101
Excellent
40%
Good
38%
Satisfactory
13%
Poor
5%
Terrible
4%
Overall Ratings

4 based on 614 reviews

Hurricane's Grill Bondi Beach

Just across the road from Australia's world famous Bondi Beach is Hurricane's Grill Bondi Beach - a fully licensed alfresco steak restaurant. Specialising in premium quality Australian grass fed and grain fed beef Steaks, tasty Beef, Pork and Lamb Ribs and BBQ Chicken. Our choice of spices and other special ingredients make our flavours unique and flavoursome. We also offer grass fed beef burgers, fresh seafood, vegetarian dishes, speciality salads, tempting desserts and a quality selection of wines and cocktails. Hurricane's has a lively atmosphere. Frequented by locals and visitors alike, this is the place to be if you're looking to soak up some of the local Bondi Beach vibe all year round.

Reviewed By pcpc500 - Sydney, Australia

Ribs, Ribs, Ribs Galore! Delicious, mouth watering ribs. We all enjoyed our food, service was good and friendly. The only thing is that it was a bit noisy so a little hard to hear our conversation but not much talking when licking our fingers from the delicious ribs.

9. Bondi Trattoria

34B Campbell Pde | Bondi Beach, Bondi, New South Wales 2026, Australia Reservations, Outdoor Seating, Seating, Waitstaff, Highchairs Available, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Accepts American Express, Accepts Mastercard, Accepts Visa, Free Wifi Italian, Pizza, Mediterranean, European, Vegetarian Friendly, Vegan Options, Gluten Free Options Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner HK$94 - HK$235 +61 2 9365 4303
Excellent
47%
Good
33%
Satisfactory
12%
Poor
6%
Terrible
2%
Overall Ratings

4 based on 295 reviews

Bondi Trattoria

Looking down over the iconic Bondi Beach, the Tratt is a true Sydney local. For 30 years this restaurant has served modern Italian food made from the best Australian ingredients and a full bar offering Australian and Italian wines, spirits and liqueurs. Under new ownership since May 2017, Joe Pavlovich and Alasdair France bring a lifetime of experience and a fresh approach to simplicity and quality.

Reviewed By peterwV975TL - Malaga, Spain

Passing by and stopped for a late morning coffee etc when most of the clientele were busily tucking into assorted breakfast dishes.
All looked very good and the plates went back empty, which is a good sign. The Eggs Benedict looked rather yummy.
Must come earlier and try out breakfast.
Staff friendly, service good, the restaurant in general is a tad jaded and in need of a make over.

10. Bondi Icebergs Club

1 Notts Ave | Bondi Beach, Bondi, New South Wales 2026, Australia Reservations, Outdoor Seating, Seating, Highchairs Available, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar Bar, Australian, Vegetarian Friendly, Vegan Options, Gluten Free Options Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Brunch, Late Night, Drinks HK$39 - HK$228 +61 2 9130 3120
Excellent
37%
Good
43%
Satisfactory
11%
Poor
4%
Terrible
5%
Overall Ratings

4 based on 705 reviews

Bondi Icebergs Club

Reviewed By Hayden H

Lunch on the Terrace with sensational view over Bondi Beach a great way to experience all that is Bondi with very good casual food..the Iceburger as good as we have had anywhere and the Nasturtium Vinegar spread onto fries added a totally different dimension...the view topped the food as an experience though... well worth the visit.

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