Surry Hills

An ambitious yet down-to-earth set-menu restaurant from former Farmhouse and Dead Ringer chef Tristan Rosier.

Not every pizzeria can say it has an Italian flour technician at the pass. And the proof is well and truly in the dough here (there’s more than one kind depending on what you order). But it’s the genre-bending toppings that truly stand out: past pizzas on the menu have been loaded with anything from pureed pea to smoked turkey.

A low-down, boozy affair with Southern barbeque.

At this buzzing charcoal chicken restaurant and takeaway joint, match the smoky Lebanese chook with slushies or Middle-Eastern “packaged” cocktails. And get brisket-shawarma tacos and lamb san choy bow on the side.

An oversized bento box-like Japanese eatery and sake bar.

A bakery from the Bodega team. Visit for baked-bean toasties, jam doughnuts, sausage rolls and quince danishes – with a Mimosa or Bloody Mary on the side.

mac'n'cheese croissants and cocktails for breakfast.

The star pastry at this polished, high-end bakery is so labour-intensive, only 15 are made each day. You’ll also find French-style pies packed with Wagyu and shiitake, plus handcrafted sodas and coffee by Little Marionette. From the team behind Italian-Japanese fine diner, Lumi Dining.

The modest seven-sandwich menu includes a tuna melt with a dash of wasabi, and the bacon-and-egg roll is stacked with chips and a zingy malt vinegar mayo.

Another winner from Bill Granger, the man who revolutionised Sydney's cafe scene.

One of Sydney’s most respected coffee roasters.

Bodega has joined up with Wyno, together the venue is now known as Wyno x Bodega. There’s a bigger focus on vino, a smaller menu and fan favourites, the fish fingers and banana spilt, are still available.

At this shrine to beer and tequila, the popcorn is free, the music is loud and the Margaritas are strong and smooth.

This Crown Street gin hub has a still making small-batch spirits just for Sydney, and a shop selling gin and gin-related goods. To find Eileen’s Bar, look out for the discreet doorway and ascend the staircase.

This huge two-storey pub – with a popular wraparound verandah and interior courtyard – is one of Surry Hill's original boozers. And after 150 years, you still can't do the Crown Street crawl without a trip to The Clock.

Part bookshop, part record store. It’s a must-visit for any music lover with enough books to rival their record collection. It’s a favourite among international touring artists too, with the odd legend sifting through the artfully curated shelves of books, DVDs and vinyl. Now with a second location in Barangaroo.

This charming book nook is all about quality over quantity. Sip wine and mull over the latest page-turner at one of its intimate, monthly book club meetings.

This alluring and mysterious emporium trades in antique books and curiosities from Australia’s pre-federation history. Its treasures span the entire second floor of a converted Surry Hills warehouse, and – if you’ve got an appointment – you can sit in its grand reading room and pore over immaculate books that predate the city itself.

Everything you need for your kitchen, and state-of-the art cooking-class facilities. Plus a cheese counter with local and international specialties.

Specialises in international basics for men and women.

An artisan butchery with a mini restaurant attached taking on the supermarkets by offering cut-to-order meat .