This Italian eatery, from the brains behind Entrata, oozes old-world charm. Dishes take a luxe twist on tradition: Twirl buttery linguine with a half-lobster that's been simmering in saffron, or try the squid ink spaghetti with 'nduja.

This fun Japanese diner in North Sydney’s Walker Street precinct is all about sashimi, skewers and inventive snacks designed to pair with sake.

Thanks to a glowing custom hearth, this 180-seater is firing out premium steaks dry-aged in house and beautiful Aussie seafood. Don't miss the dessert reminiscent of a summer’s day Splice.

A former Gumshara is making ramen with soul at this unassuming spot. The menu is ever-changing – but you can always expect chicken-based soups alongside rotating specials from 8am daily.

Rafi is the kind of venue that lets you choose your own adventure. Oysters and cocktails on the terrace? Grilled seafood and seasonal vege in the elegant dining room? This 300-seat stunner from the group behind Bopp and Tone and The Butler has it all.

A breezy Italian spot with a produce-driven menu of pasta and grilled seafood, and a minimalist approach when it comes to pizza. Grab one of the outdoor tables when it's warm and sip from the list of wines from across the globe.

A burger joint that hearts New York.

Swap your morning coffee for steaming mugs of wattleseed chai and freshly baked strawberry-gum-jam doughnuts at this minimalist North Sydney spot.

Pair your espresso with a fancy fermented crumpet.

Bagels, pastries and bespoke coffee.

This cafe – from the founder of The Grounds of Alexandria – is looking to reinvent the humble office lobby.

Nothing is more important than the coffee at this unpretentious North Sydney cafe.

It’s one of the busiest cafes in North Sydney for a reason.

Real coffee in the North Sydney business district.

North Sydney's first rooftop bar and restaurant offers plenty of reasons to stick around after dark. There's an Asian-influenced menu, classic cocktails with a local twist, and the distinct feeling that you're revelling inside a lush, hidden garden high above the city.

One of the prettiest spots for a drink on the north shore.

A breezy garden cafe and bar with ball-droppingly magnificent views.

An eclectic, friendly bar/restaurant from the team behind The Arthouse.

The ethical lifestyle brand’s showroom – inside a former torpedo factory and submarine base on Sydney Harbour – is a one-stop shop for sustainably made furniture and homewares. It also hosts regular exhibitions by leading Aboriginal artists.

Peace and tranquillity in the corporate hub.