Newtown Restaurants
When it comes to food, few places can match Newtown for its sheer variety and standard. Venezuelan, Korean, Egyptian, Spanish, it’s all available here in this cosmopolitan inner west suburb. Served up in a locality where the venues shun plush or glitzy fit-outs; they prefer instead to let their dishes make the statements. Many of the best Newtown restaurants are located around King Street and offer great value-for-money and hearty portion sizes. Here is a selection of some of our favourites.
Alba Salentinian
A Southern Italian restaurant that prides itself on being one of the best and most authentic in Sydney, the Alba Salentinian is a vibrant eatery that serves up traditional dishes, with plenty of vegetarian and vegan options and live music.
304-308 King St, Newtown
Tags: Italian
Tanshin Sushi Bar
Located on King Street, the Tanshin Sushi Bar is renowned for serving up top quality sushi, sashimi and tempura in an inviting setting. Always popular, the food here is loved by locals and workers and there is often a long queue snaking out the door.
129 King St, Newtown
Tags: Japanese
Hikaru Japanese Courtyard
Another popular Japanese restaurant on King Street, the Hikaru Japanese Courtyard occupies a vibrant and unassuming space. It serves up a delicious range of sushi, sashimi and tempura, with an impressive mix of speed and elegance.
134 King St, Newtown
Tags: Japanese
Pastizzi Cafe
A buzzing little eatery that showcases eye-catching red-and-white decor, the Pastizzi Cafe is a real gem. Specialising in a delicious range of fresh and homemade Maltese pastries, as well as tasty Italian dishes, their food positively sings with flavour.
109 King St, Newtown
Tags: Maltese
Odd Culture
Located in King Street, the Odd Culture is a very popular venue. At its core a European inspired establishment, with a distinct Asian flair, it has a ground-floor bar with an open kitchen and an upstairs mezzanine with a full-service restaurant.
266 King St, Newtown
Tags: Cafe
Macelleria
Priding themselves on serving the best meat in town, Macelleria Newtown is the butcher that cooks for you. Boasting 5 locations, including one is Newtown, their prime cuts include pinnacle beef, cape grim beef and the juicy tajima wagyu beef.
73-75 Enmore Rd, Newtown
Tags: Steakhouse
Lonely Mouth
Unique for being the only dedicated 100% plant-based Ramen Bar in Sydney, Lonely Mouth offers a great range of vegan Japanese noodles and rice bowl dishes. Served within a friendly and relaxed setting, they also present a nice range of beers too.
275 Australia St, Newtown
The Italian Bowl
Tucked away in a lively part of King Street, The Italian Bowl is a narrow eatery that is well-loved for its sensational Italian cuisine. Specialising in pasta and risotto, which they dish up in hearty size portions, their Tiramisu is also exceptional.
255 King St, Newtown NSW
Tags: Italian
Lentil As Anything
With a daily changing menu, based on seasonal produce, Lentil As Anything is a quirky vegetarian restaurant on King Street. Offering pay-as-you-feel prices their hip and trendy venue boasts local artwork and a fantastic range of healthy dishes.
391 King St, Newtown
Tags: Vegetarian
Shinmachi
Yakitori is a popular comfort food widely found in ‘Izakayas’ all over Japan. This is the inspiration for Shinmachi, who serve up a fantastic range of small plates, sushi and ramen, which they present in a pleasant, modern and attractive wood-lined space.
1/239 King St, Newtown
Tags: Japanese
Rising Sun Workshop
A combined restaurant and workshop on Whateley St for diners and motorcycle enthusiasts. The Rising Sun provides space, tools, and motorcycle knowledge as well as a la carte, and general menus which impress the foodies. They regularly seek out local winemakers, roasters, distillers, brewers, and growers to supply their kitchen.
1C Whateley St, Newtown
Tags: Japanese
Rosso Antico Pizza Bar
On a mission to take Italian food back to its traditional roots, Rosso Antico Pizza Bar is a popular restaurant on Enmore Road. Serving up a delicious range of antipasti, gnocchi and pizzas, the eatery is known for its great value and service.
2/52-60 Enmore Rd, Newtown
Tags: Italian
Golden Lotus Vegan
A 100% vegan restaurant in the heart of King Street, Golden Lotus serves up some of the freshest, healthiest and most delicious Vietnamese food in Sydney. It is located within a compact, quaint and relaxed spot with trendy street seating.
Tags: Vegan, Vietnamese
Gigi Pizzeria
A traditional Italian Pizzeria that offers wood-fired pizzas and calzoni in a traditional Napoletana Style, Gigi Pizzeria is known for its creative toppings. Situated with a buzzing rustic-chic venue, they use local produce and ingredients imported from Italy.
Flying Tong
An institution on Enmore Street, Flying Tong provides a delicious Korean food experience. Their signature fried chicken is loved by locals who also flock here with friends to enjoy the many share plates on offer in a congenial, modern style setting.
Tags: Korean
Exotik Latin
With superb food, excellent cocktails and a fantastic ambience, Exotik Latin isn’t so much a restaurant as it is an experience. Striving to be the best South American venue in Sydney, its trendy setting is the perfect place to enjoy your fiesta.
Tags: Latin American
EITHER OR
Either Or is a place that prefers to let its food and drink to the talking. You won’t find flashy decor here, or outrageous over-the-top staff, instead what they offer is a terrific food and coffee menu that is skillfully made and beautifully presented.
512 King St, Newtown
Tags: Modern Australian
Doytao Thai
The go-to place for many Sydneysiders who love top quality Thai food made with authentic flavours. Doytao Thai serves up delicious Thai curries, stir-fries and BBQ style dishes in a venue that is light, airy and always buzzing with very satisfied patrons.
543 King St, Newtown
Tags: Thai
Delhi ‘O’ Delhi
The closest thing you will get to the gastronomy of Delhi without leaving Australia, Delhi ‘O’ Delhi has been serving quality Indian cuisine in Newtown for over a decade. They’ve won the prestigious R&CA Awards for Excellence in NSW for 3 years in a row!
3 Erskineville Rd, Newtown
Tags: Indian
Cocina del Barrio
An exceptional Spanish restaurant in Newtown, Cocina del Barrio is a trendy eatery that wows diners with a fantastic range of Meditteranean gastronomy. Be sure to come here for their winter bottomless brunch and other themed promotions.
526 King St, Newtown
Tags: Spanish
Chinese Dumpling Master
Run by a husband and wife team, Chinese Dumpling Master brings to you a wide menu of signature dumplings, as well as noodles, soups and numerous stir fried dishes. Situated on Enmore Road, this hip venue is known for its great service.
91 Enmore Rd, Newtown
Tags: Chinese
Charles Thai
With specialities that include the most delicious BBQ Beef Salad and Papaya Salad, its easy to see why Charles Thai is seen to be one of the best Thai restaurants in Newtown. A King Street stalwart their menu presents a range of classic Thai dishes.
45 King St, Newtown
Tags: Thai
Calaveras Mexican
One of the coolest Mexican Restaurants on the Sydney dining scene, Calaveras Mexican is a real treat to your senses. Set within a buzzing locale replete with Mexico inspired decor, they offer a delightful range of tacos, mezcals and cocktails.
Level 1/324A King St, Newtown
Tags: Mexican
Cafe Paci
A cosy and chic gourmet foodhouse on King Street, Café Paci is dine in only and open till late (no takeaway). The a la carte menu is fancy, think rye taco, ox tongue, and sauerkraut and is presented as small individual course dishes that have the foodies breathless and raving.
131 King St, Newtown
Bloodwood
A community-focused bar and restaurant, Bloodwood offers innovative share plates within an industrial-chic setting. Their biodynamic & organic drinks list focuses purely on supporting the best independent winemakers around the world.
416 King St, Newtown
Black Ginger
Presenting an outstanding menu of Vietnamese dishes which have been divided into the north, middle and south regions of the country, Black Ginger offers authentic homestyle cooking. A fully licensed BYO venue, its known for its quick service.
89 Enmore Rd, Newtown
Tags: Vietnamese
Bella Brutta
A spirited restaurant with comfortable outdoor seating and a cool shabby chic decor, Bella Brutta is one of the most popular Italian restaurants in Newtown. Always busy, they offer a fantastic and authentic range of pizzas, antipasti and tiramisu.
135 King St, Newtown
Tags: Pizzeria
Beach Burrito Co.
At the Beach Burrito Company, they know how to give you a good time. Hosting regular events including bands, DJs and art exhibitions, their food offering is excellent too. They also boast an interior that features murals painted by prominent artists.
1A Bedford St, Newtown
Tags: Mexican
Bangkok Bites
Situated within a bright, funky space on King Street, Bangkok Bites serves up a delicious range of Thai inspired dishes. One of five restaurants throughout Sydney, the Newtown venue is characterised by its fast service and friendly staff.
273 King St, Newtown
Tags: Thai
Bambino Torino
Offering a fabulous place to celebrate or hang out with loved ones, Bambino Torino is a wonderful Italian restaurant. It serves up an authentic menu of classic Italian dishes like pizzas, calzones and steaks in a vibrant, intimate and low-lit setting.
195-197 Missenden Rd, Newtown
Arabella
For many years Arabella has been one of Sydney’s favourite Lebanese Restaurants. Serving the traditional Middle Eastern and Turkish dishes, with authentic weekend belly dancing, their meze plates and incredible banquets are the stuff of legend.
12/489-491 King St, Newtown
Tags: Lebanese, Middle Eastern
Hartsyard
Marrying the best in Australian produce, with unique Asian ingredients and cooking techniques, Hartsyard is a stylish restaurant on Enmore Road. A friendly, vibrant eatery, its menu focuses on seafood, vegetables and seasonal local produce.
33 Enmore Rd, Newtown
Tags: Modern Australian
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