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Aria Restaurant
Australian Restaurant$$$$
Circular Quay, Sydney
"Aria has amazing views and very knowledgeable and helpful staff."(18 Tips)
"amazing view of the Sydney Opera"(2 Tips)
"tapioca and avocado puree was heaven!"(2 Tips)
"tapioca and avocado purée"(2 Tips)
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- scenic views
- sydney opera
- avocado puree
- tapioca and avocado
- good for dates
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Hannah LeeApril 2, 2017Beautiful views and impeccable food! We went for dinner after La Traviata in the Opera House. Very fancy restaurant. Definitely try the cod and any kind of dessert. This place is fantastic!
- Matthias SchenkAugust 10, 2014Besides the amazing view of the Sydney Opera, this place has great food. Might be on the upper price range but definitely worth it. Make sure to reserve a table before via their website.
Angela N.December 11, 2016Lovely experience with surprise extras including an amuse-bouche, bread, palate cleanser, mash, salad & petit fours (see pic). Watch out for the 10% surcharge on Sundays.
Carl KruseOctober 30, 2013Duck consomme is where it's at. Great views as everyone else points out. Excellent food. Recommended.
Gé .November 8, 2015Great creative fine dining, and quiet in a country full of noisy venues. Be aware that there is a strict time limit on your theater menu, even if that means you will skip dessert...
Shreyas .May 14, 2016restaurant was kind enough to respect cater to our dietary restrictions . My mother is allergic to egg and they took that into account and still delighted us. Perfect dining experience on Mother's Day
DhaniAugust 11, 2014Fine dining that doesn't disappoint. Delicious food. Great service. Wonderful view. We had a birthday dinner and they kindly wrote happy birthday and a candle on the desert plate.
Peter HowardApril 25, 2014sides and desserts and some of the entrees tend to over-rely on salt/butter/sugar, but the raw ingredients throughout are top quality, and the mains are spectacular; plus, a great wine list
MichelleOctober 17, 2014Enjoy an amazing afternoon or night in sunny Sydney by dining at a fabulous restaurant. The views are stunning, and the food out of this world.
AnDiiMarch 3, 2013Absolutely exquisite food. Literally melts in the mouth. Best I've ever tasted. Highly recommend the mashed potato as a side and the soufflé for desert. Great selection of teas too.- @JaumePrimeroSeptember 29, 2011Stunning views of the Sydney Opera House, and a gorgeous menu to match it. The cured salmon with kombu, earl grey tea, yuzu tapioca and avocado puree was heaven! You must order dessert.
Ben ThomasNovember 27, 2018Sydney fine dining at its best. Try the tasting menu or book a table with the pre-theatre menu before seeing a show at the Opera House.
Danny PangJuly 21, 2013The kurobata pork belly is irresistible, It just melts in your mouth, and the crackling oh the crackling. Get a window seat if you can and enjoy the view
Bernie HernándezJune 25, 2013Simply put: The absolute BEST meal I've had in Australia (so far...)! And beautiful views, as well.
- Markus GerlichJanuary 28, 2011A constant battle for mayorship with every table as good as its neighbours. Personal favourite dish is the cured New Zealand King salmon with kombu and Earl Grey tea, yuzu tapioca and avocado purée
Stunning view and one of the best wine lists in the city. From subdued pricing all the way up to several thousand per bottle. Book early to get a window table
LauraFebruary 4, 2013stunning views of the opera house. you have to try the pork belly and the truffle potato mash, delicious!
DebbieJanuary 31, 2019What a great experience all around! No faults here! Can’t wait to go back again!
Summer RieslingJanuary 25, 2011One of the best wine lists in the city flip open to the stunning page of Rieslings and, well, take your pick! Grab a bottle though, they're all mighty moreish
Josh MMay 2, 2011SMH Somellier of the year 2010 - Matt Dunne. One of the most amazing views of Sydney harbour, whilst enjoying some of the best cuisine in the country
NaomiOctober 3, 2013Delicious and efficient from the moment you walk in the door to the moment you leave.
123 456November 22, 2012The food of course was amazing, but the staff added to the experience with their maturity and excellent service.
SallyOctober 14, 2011Not a guaranteed show stopper. If you get seated down the side/back be prepared for cafe service & super casual atmosphere. If you luck out/book in advance & dine up front expect fab views & service.
Victoria HaighNovember 17, 2013Truffle mash. Oh and chocolate plate: not rich & heavy, just to die for
Parya PashaJuly 5, 2013Tasting menue aaaah ammmmazing :D dont miss the wines that come with each course
Albert IgoniaSeptember 3, 2012Great view on the tables near the window and the banana soufflé hasn't changed in years ^_^- Mel McFebruary 1, 2014Try reserving a table with the Opera House view otherwise you may be disappointed
Cecilia HerminaJanuary 17, 2010Tried the degustation menu (with matching wines). It was a fab dining experience. Fantastic view of the Opera House and Harbour Bridge as well.
- Summer RieslingJanuary 30, 2011Matthew Dunne is one of the top Sommeliers in Sydney. And what a brilliant list of Rieslings!
Di SpyJune 7, 2015No where near as good as I expected. Food and service a massive let down and very pricey. 11 of us at $250 per head meh. I enjoyed 1 out of 4 courses. Had way better. Would never go back.
Sony Mobile WTADecember 23, 2010Opera House views make this restaurant a spectacular and memorable place to dine.
Mariette Rups-DonnellyJuly 21, 2011Really supportive of Gluten Free. Great bread roll. Tender barramundi
Graham PattersonJanuary 1, 2011Main course's pretty filling. Would avoid sides if you are going to have starter and main. Sides are enough for 4 people at least.
Derek LeungMay 5, 2013Not bad for a rank 17th in Australia...but personal I found the food are a little salty.
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A synergy of many elements, in an unrivalled harbourside location, Aria is one of Australia’s finest restaurants. Aria brings together the vision of owners Matt Moran and Bruce Solomon, the creativity of Executive Chef Joel Bickford, the best seasonal produce and a world-class wine list in a stun...
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- Tue
- 6:00 PM–9:30 PM
- Wed–Thu
- Noon–2:15 PM
- 6:00 PM–9:30 PM
- Fri
- Noon–2:15 PM
- 5:30 PM–9:30 PM
- Sat
- 5:30 PM–9:30 PM
+61 2 9240 2255
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Yes (incl. MasterCard & American Express)
Outdoor Seating
No
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Lunch, Dinner, Happy Hour
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Wine, Full Bar, Cocktails
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"Friendly staff and tasty food. Went during vivid lights , good to watch from the wharf seats. /thumbs up"
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