Best & Cool Bars in City of Parramatta Council

"Why: The Big Brekkie ($25) is designed specifically for people who don't like missing out on anything – not chorizo, nor serrano ham, braised white beans, cherry tomatoes, soft poached egg, crackling, piquillo peppers, halloumi, avocado, toast or hollandaise. The experience: In case of apocalypse, head for The Grounds – with its landscaped gardens, play areas, coffee roastery, florist, cocktail-dispensing garden shed, cafe and bakery, it's like a self-sufficient suburb in its own right. They don't call it brunch, but all your brunch favourites are here from 11.45am until 3pm; from avo on toast (with dukkah, labna, feta and heirloom tomatoes), four different "health bowls", brekkie burgers; or a kale, cabbage and parmesan salad."

"The Grounds of Alexandria is one of the most unique and popular dining options in Sydney. From speciality coffee roasters to an exquisite onsite bakery to the wholesome indoor and outdoor café with an enormous courtyard and organic garden, there is so much to do and see here. The menu here encompasses home-style cooking and is perfect for sharing, like a slow-roasted pulled-pork sandwich with slaw and handmade pappardelle or try the bakery’s loaves of bread and sweet pastries and signature potato and onion flatbread."

"This cafe is constantly rated one of Sydney’s best for a very good reason. The Grounds of Alexandra is a cornucopia of whimsical delights. From the farm animals (meeting the famous pig, “Kevin Bacon” is a must) to the play area, fountain and rambling paths leading through gardens and lanes bursting with flowers, statues and tiny creative details, the external grounds at The Grounds is, in itself, worth a visit alone."

"This sophisticated Italian trattoria on a tranquil Potts Point side street has a simple dark interior with tan leather booths, walnut paneling, and retro lighting. Tables spill out onto the sunny pavement and a blackboard on the wall denotes the specials of the day. The restaurant opens at 7 A.M daily, so kick off with coffee and housemade pastries before moving on to a larger meal."

"Great wine, delicious food and genuine service is all rolled into one at Fratelli Paradiso, a friendly One-Hat restaurant in Potts Point. Although not as swanky as other restaurants on the list, the hospitality here makes you feel right at home. Match that with a seasonal gourmet menu and you’ve certainly got one charming, laid back eatery worth visiting."

"Not only are the timber interiors stunning at Circular Quay restaurant, the view is to-dine-for!. Here you’ll look out over the harbour right at Circular Quay and the Sydney Harbour bridge and all the boats floating by."

"This sprawling restaurant offers sweeping views of the harbor. The décor is modern yet warm and allows the scenery to be the star of the show. Obviously, sunset is the best time to..."

"Dig into Cuban-style tapas, coffee and cocktails at this Parramatta location. 📍 Coco Cubano, 302 Church St, Parramatta NSW 2150"

"The Royal Richmond Hotel has launched a new takeaway menu, offering a range of gourmet pub classics, booze and local produce from around the Hawkesbury. 📍The Royal Richmond Hotel, 163 Windsor St, Richmond NSW 2753"

"For smart casual dining in Sydney, be sure to stop in at The Tilbury Restaurant on Nicholson Street in Woolloomooloo. A crisp, clean design typified by varnished wood, linen-draped tables and soft lea..."

"Italian inspired cuisine is the main focus on the menu at The Tilbury. You’ll find local produce turned into delicious dishes, like ricotta gnocchi with garlic prawns and buttermilk panna cotta."

"Specialising in traditional Japanese Teishoku cuisine, YAYOI Hurstville on Forest Road in Sydney offers set meals that deliver perfect dishes and steamed rice all on one tray. Accompanied by miso soup..."

"An Eastern Suburbs hotspot, Bar M provides the glitz and glam, and all you need to bring is your date and a healthy appetite. There's lots to experience while dining, from the glass walled kitchen and montage of black and white photos projected onto the walls. The antipasto and fresh pasta are amongst their most popular menu items with the tiramisu martini a perfect after-dinner treat."

"CBD pasta & sandwich shop Fabbrica, still relatively fresh-faced from the team behind Dear Sainte Eloise (and Ragazzi, and Love, Tilly Devine), isn’t exactly doing anything new for this round of Sydney’s COVID-19 lockdown. They’re just doing what they’ve always done, it’s just been getting more popular since Glady’s put the (very gradual and hesitant) kibosh on leaving home for non-essentials. That is, Fabbrica’s primo take-home pasta packets, which come doubled with sauce and some recipe suggestions so you can elevate your pasta game much, much higher than those San Remo specials."

"Get fresh handmade pasta by the gram and sauces delivered to your door from the boundary-pushing Italian shop, Fabbrica. You can get pasta packs of Cacio e Pepe and wagyu and red wine rigatoni, or fresh sourdough, and a range of cheeses. It’s all delivered through UberEats."

"For more gluten free and vegan options get your takeaway from Marta in Rushcutters Bay. 📍 Marta Osteria, 30 McLachlan Ave, Rushcutters Bay NSW 2010"