Neutral Bay Restaurants
Ezzelinos
For over 40 years, Ezzelinos has been an institution in town. This fabulous family-run kitchen is now firmly entrenched as a hub of the community, plating up superb Italian classic dishes in a space with a homely vibe and cool artwork. The secret to their longevity is the good old values of excellent food, a wonderful wine list and terrific hospitality.
77 Military Rd Neutral Bay 2089
Cuisine: Italian
Henrys
While Henrys is the sister venue to the flagship restaurant in Cronulla, it is a bona fide success in its own right. Since 2021, it has won the Aussie version of the Good Food Guide for three years in a row and gained one Chef Hat. Its menu features a delicious range of modern dishes designed for sharing and a superb range of cocktails and wine.
2/19-25 Grosvenor St Neutral Bay 2089
Cuisine: Modern Australian
Italian Street Kitchen
Boasting a superb range of meat, fish and vegetable dishes, Italian Street Kitchen presents its take on the real essence of Italian cuisine. Their menu includes pizzas that are made wood-fired in a way the purists would be happy with, while their pasta dishes are skillfully created in-house every morning. In true Italian style, the service is superb.
5/19-21 Grosvenor St Neutral Bay 2089
Cuisine: Italian
Izakaya Samurai
Izakaya Samurai has been a stalwart on the Neutral Bay restaurant scene for the last ten years. The inviting venue was recently renovated with plush booth seating and tablet menus. Overall, it is a terrific place to order from an Izakaya menu of Japanese tapas and plates every bit as authentic as what you'll find in Tokyo, Osaka, Kyoto or Sapporo.
5/197 Military Rd Neutral Bay 2089
Cuisine: Japanese
Jugemu & Shimbashi
The wonderfully named Jugemu & Shimbashi is another very popular Japanese-style restaurant in Neutral Bay. Specialising in teppanyaki and okonomiyaki (Osaka-style), dining here is just as much about the theatre as the culinary experience. The master chefs demonstrate significant flair when making your meal - served in big portions.
246-248 Military Rd Neutral Bay 2089
Cuisine: Japanese
Kyushu
If you want a pleasant venue to enjoy a delicious, well-priced Japanese meal, check out Kyushu. This joint is renowned for its huge menu which includes superb sushi and sashimi, while its bento boxes bring in large crowds, especially at lunchtime. Overall, Kyushu is a pleasant place to dine, the decor is clean and slick and the staff is very helpful.
9-11 Grosvenor St Neutral Bay 2089
Cuisine: Japanese
Maisys
If you find yourself hungry in the wee hours after a night out in Neutral Bay, make sure you hit Maisys. This fabulous canteen-style joint currently closes at 3 am every day, so you can enjoy its bistro mains late into the night. The easygoing venue has been a fixture in town since 1972, so whatever time you get there, you should be dining with a good crowd.
1/164 Military Rd Neutral Bay 2089
Cuisine: Modern Australian
SoCal
Set within a space on an open rooftop terrace that brings to mind the laid-back beach vibes more readily associated with California, SoCal is a hip and cool venue that presents a delicious menu of 'share-style' plates and cocktails. With funky decor and a great vibe, it's a lovely place to catch up with friends or enjoy a casual date with your loved one.
1 Young St Neutral Bay 2089
Cuisine: American
The Colonial
Over at The Colonial, they pride themselves on serving up some of the best British-Indian food in Australia. Featuring an extensive culinary menu that includes everything from hearty biryani to divine delectable Butter Chicken, their food will make your taste buds dance. In addition to their gastronomic offerings, they serve top UK beers.
1/19-21 Grosvenor St Neutral Bay 2089