TRAVELLERS’ NEEDS - Sydney - page 182

Manta

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Wharf 9, 6 Cowper Wharf Rd, Woolloomooloo Tel [phone] Map 2 D4
The impressive menu at Manta changes daily to ensure that only the freshest seafood of the highest quality is
included. Look out for the steamed Tasmanian black mussels, fregola and roasted shellfish broth. As many as six
types of oyster may be available, including, in season, the superb native Angasis, Sydney Rock and Pacific.
Otto

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Area 8, The Wharf, 6 Cowper Wharf Rd, Woolloomooloo Tel [phone] Map 2 D4
Otto is a piece of Melbourne brought to Sydney's waterfront and is so appreciated that it often draws celebrities,
from footballers to Kylie Minogue, to its dark and handsome surrounds. Italian fare is jazzed up with local ingredients,
such as twice-cooked pork belly, salsify, roasted garlic, olives, thyme and mugolio.

PADDINGTON

Paddington Inn

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338 Oxford St, Paddington Tel [phone] Map 6 D4
This perennially popular pub in the heart of the Paddington strip is especially busy on weekend afternoons, when hip
locals meet over beers and tapas-style plates. Pub classics such as bangers and mash and fish and chips are given a
restaurant touch. There are also plenty of lighter meals, such as salt and pepper prawns. Great for lunch.
Phamish

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50 Burton St, Darlinghurst Tel [phone] Map 5 B2
Its no-fuss attitude means Phamish offers no wine, desserts, lunches, bookings or website. Never mind, hordes of
diners still flock here for the excellent, cheap food. You can bring your own wine, devour the large servings of fresh
and spicy modern Vietnamese food and then walk up the hill to Victoria Street for a mouth-cooling gelato .
Big Mama's

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51 Moncur St, Woollahra Tel [phone] Map 6 E4
A great alternative to all the pub dining choices that abound in Paddington. It can get noisy and crowded, but that
gives it the home-style Italian atmosphere that is as enjoyable as the honest, hearty comfort food. The menu consists
of traditional Italian cuisine. Try the home-made Limoncello for the full experience.
Buzo

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3 Jersey Rd, Woollahra Tel [phone] Map 6 D4
Buzo is another piece of evidence showing that bistro food is booming in Sydney. Bookings are essential at this
restaurant, just off Oxford Street. Carnivores will delight in the meaty menu, offering roast lamb, char-grilled steak
and even various offal dishes. You will need to order some side dishes to accompany your main.
Vamps Bistro

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227 Glenmore Rd, Paddington Tel [phone] Map 5 B3
This small, traditional French restaurant is situated in the heart of Paddington at The Five Ways and is a favourite with
the locals, providing as it does good food and a relaxed atmosphere. It is BYO (which is fast becoming a rarity in
Sydney), so remember to take a bottle of good Australian wine.
Bistro Moncur

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The Woollahra Hotel, 116 Queen St, Woollahra Tel [phone] Map 6 E4
A stroll down Queen Street from the main strip, Bistro Moncur has been an eastern suburbs favourite for more than
a decade. The menu lists such French classics as sirloin café de Paris, French onion soufflé gratin and pork sausages.
No bookings, so arrive early or to start with a drink in the bar, where top jazz bands play on Sunday evenings.
Bistro Moore

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Olympic Hotel, 308 Moore Park Rd, Paddington Tel [phone] Map 5 C4
Across the road from the Aussie Stadium and the Sydney Cricket Ground, this bistro serves excellent modern
Australian food. There are just six entrées, pastas, mains and desserts on the seasonal menu, but you will feel spoilt
for choice because each dish is so appealing. The pasta is handmade, the coffee spot on, and puddings delicious.
Four In Hand

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105 Sutherland St, Paddington Tel [phone] Map 6 E3
An eye-catching painting of a giant squid greets diners to this hotel restaurant, which is now under the supervision
of chef Colin Fassnidge who produces excellent French provincial cuisine. His small but superbly constructed menu
combines French bistro with a modern touch.
Buon Ricordo

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108 Boundary St, Paddington Tel [phone] Map 5 C2
Ask a Sydney chef where he goes on nights off and the answer is likely to be this small restaurant. The emphasis of
the menu is Roman and Neapolitan dishes, which sees the signature dish of fettuccine with Parmesan, cream and
truffled egg tossed at table. Dishes here are said to be better than at most places in Italy.

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