Aria Restaurant

A synergy of many elements, in an unrivalled harbourside location, Aria is one of Australia’s finest restaurants. Aria brings together the vision of owners Matt Moran and Bruce Solomon, the creativity of Executive Chef Joel Bickford, the best seasonal produce and a world-class wine list in a stun...

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    +61 2 9240 2255

  • Website

    ariasydney.com.au

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  • Type

    Australian Restaurant

Address

1 Macquarie St Sydney NSW 2000 Australia

Credit Cards Yes (incl. MasterCard & American Express)
Outdoor Seating No
Menus Lunch, Dinner, Happy Hour
Drinks Wine, Full Bar, Cocktails

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Hannah Lee

Beautiful views and impeccable food! We went for dinner after La Traviata in the Opera House. Very fancy restaurant . Definitely try the cod and any kind of dessert . This place is fantastic!

Matthias Schenk

Besides the amazing view of the Sydney Opera , this place has great food. Might be on the upper price range but definitely worth it. Make sure to reserve a table before via their website.

Angela N.

Lovely experience with surprise extras including an amuse-bouche, bread , palate cleanser, mash , salad & petit fours (see pic). Watch out for the 10% surcharge on Sundays.

Carl Kruse

Duck consomme is where it's at. Great views as everyone else points out. Excellent food. Recommended.

Gé .

Great creative fine dining , and quiet in a country full of noisy venues. Be aware that there is a strict time limit on your theater menu, even if that means you will skip dessert ...

Dhani

Fine dining that doesn't disappoint. Delicious food. Great service. Wonderful view . We had a birthday dinner and they kindly wrote happy birthday and a candle on the desert plate.

Shreyas .

restaurant was kind enough to respect cater to our dietary restrictions . My mother is allergic to egg and they took that into account and still delighted us. Perfect dining experience on Mother's Day

Peter Howard

sides and desserts and some of the entrees tend to over-rely on salt/butter/sugar, but the raw ingredients throughout are top quality, and the mains are spectacular; plus, a great wine list

Michelle

Enjoy an amazing afternoon or night in sunny Sydney by dining at a fabulous restaurant . The views are stunning, and the food out of this world.

AnDii

Absolutely exquisite food. Literally melts in the mouth. Best I've ever tasted. Highly recommend the mashed potato as a side and the soufflé for desert . Great selection of teas too.

@JaumePrimero

Stunning views of the Sydney Opera House, and a gorgeous menu to match it. The cured salmon with kombu , earl grey tea , yuzu tapioca and avocado puree was heaven! You must order dessert .

Ben Thomas

Sydney fine dining at its best. Try the tasting menu or book a table with the pre-theatre menu before seeing a show at the Opera House.

Danny Pang

The kurobata pork belly is irresistible, It just melts in your mouth, and the crackling oh the crackling . Get a window seat if you can and enjoy the view

Bernie Hernández

Simply put: The absolute BEST meal I've had in Australia (so far...)! And beautiful views , as well .

Markus Gerlich

A constant battle for mayorship with every table as good as its neighbours. Personal favourite dish is the cured New Zealand King salmon with kombu and Earl Grey tea , yuzu tapioca and avocado purée

Jen Star

Scenic views , popcorn cream cheese , lobster French toast , the sake and wine selection..

Denea GourmetRabbit

Stunning view and one of the best wine lists in the city . From subdued pricing all the way up to several thousand per bottle. Book early to get a window table

Laura

stunning views of the opera house. you have to try the pork belly and the truffle potato mash , delicious!

Silver Wang

It's amazing! Salmon and pork belly are perfect.

Debbie

What a great experience all around! No faults here! Can’t wait to go back again!

Summer Riesling

One of the best wine lists in the city flip open to the stunning page of Rieslings and, well , take your pick! Grab a bottle though, they're all mighty moreish

Adriana

Great option before a performance at the Opera House!

Josh M

SMH Somellier of the year 2010 - Matt Dunne. One of the most amazing views of Sydney harbour , whilst enjoying some of the best cuisine in the country

Naomi

Delicious and efficient from the moment you walk in the door to the moment you leave.

123 456

The food of course was amazing, but the staff added to the experience with their maturity and excellent service.

Mike

Aria has amazing views and very knowledgeable and helpful staff .

Sally

Not a guaranteed show stopper. If you get seated down the side/back be prepared for cafe service & super casual atmosphere . If you luck out/book in advance & dine up front expect fab views & service.

Victoria Haigh

Truffle mash . Oh and chocolate plate: not rich & heavy, just to die for

Albert Igonia

Great view on the tables near the window and the banana soufflé hasn't changed in years ^_^

Parya Pasha

Tasting menue aaaah ammmmazing :D dont miss the wines that come with each course

Tom Hall

Amazing food & friendly welcoming service

Mel Mc

Try reserving a table with the Opera House view otherwise you may be disappointed

Cecilia Hermina

Tried the degustation menu (with matching wines ). It was a fab dining experience. Fantastic view of the Opera House and Harbour Bridge as well .

Joseph Restubog

Wonderful, filling experience. Highly recommend.

Nitesh Bansal

Awesome location, good service

wiegolf

The location right next to the opera is just fantastic! I will come back...

ジャスティン

The kurobuta pork belly entree is AMAZING! Definitely reccomend this dish.

Summer Riesling

Matthew Dunne is one of the top Sommeliers in Sydney. And what a brilliant list of Rieslings !

Sony Mobile WTA

Opera House views make this restaurant a spectacular and memorable place to dine.

Mariette Rups-Donnelly

Really supportive of Gluten Free . Great bread roll. Tender barramundi

Di Spy

No where near as good as I expected. Food and service a massive let down and very pricey . 11 of us at $250 per head meh. I enjoyed 1 out of 4 courses. Had way better. Would never go back.

Graham Patterson

Main course's pretty filling. Would avoid sides if you are going to have starter and main. Sides are enough for 4 people at least.

Michael Soutar

Awesome mashed potato . Make sure you order at least one side dish.

Diane Leonard

Pre-dinner drinks on the terrace . Lovely views !

Kia Matthews

Definitely get the mash

Robert M

Degustation is a winner.

Kimberly NotHoeschle

Aria serves Rangers Valley beef , delish

Michael Cividin

Oolala! Best desserts ever, try their banana souffle ! :)

Derek Leung

Not bad for a rank 17th in Australia...but personal I found the food are a little salty.

Jason Hoy

The SC Pannell wines are awesome.

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food, service, and atmosphere 5 stars all the way. Chef Peter Doyle is a maestro in the kitchen! Order the degustation. - @JaumePrimero

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