Restaurant
Aria Restaurant Sydney
1 Macquarie St, Sydney NSW 2000, Australia
Find Aria Restaurant Sydney
1 Macquarie St, Sydney NSW 2000, Australia
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Book NowAbout Aria Restaurant Sydney
Milestone nights in Sydney belong on the water, and Aria frames the Opera House and Harbour Bridge without tourist-trap theatrics. Settle in at dusk—when the water catches the evening light—for the multi-course degustation. Diners consistently point to the crab chawanmushi and quail, followed by dry-aged duck paired with blackberry. Floor staff keep the pacing calm and dialed in, whether steering wine pairings or timing three courses before an Opera House curtain call.
- Iconic Harbour Panorama: Floor-to-ceiling windows look straight out toward the Sydney Opera House and the Harbour Bridge.
- Curated Degustation Menus: Five- and eight-course tastings spotlight Australian produce, featuring delicate quail and crab chawanmushi.
- Paced Pre-Theatre Dining: A three-course service timed specifically to curtain calls at the nearby Sydney Opera House.
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Why Diners Choose Aria Restaurant Sydney
Discover what sets Aria apart for milestone celebrations and pre-theatre evenings—reserve your table along the harbour today.
Unrivalled Sydney Opera House & Harbour Panoramas
Floor-to-ceiling glass dining frames front-row, cinematic vistas of the Sydney Opera House and Harbour Bridge, turning milestone dinners into landmark occasions.
Sitting by the window with a breathtaking view of the Opera House made every course even more special.
Bean Quach Masterfully Choreographed Modern Australian Degustation
Artfully balanced multi-course tasting menus spotlight native Australian produce through an inventive, beautifully presented culinary progression.
Every course was beautifully presented and full of flavour, with high-quality ingredients and perfectly balanced dishes from start to finish.
Deborah Rosati Precision Pacing Tailored to Opera House Curtains
Thoughtfully expedited three-course seatings ensure theatregoers enjoy a luxury dining experience and make curtain call without ever feeling rushed.
She was also able to accommodate our three-course meal request in a timely manner without making us feel rushed, despite our time constraints as we had to catch a show at the Opera House.
Cherish Lyne Prime Proximity to Sydney's Cultural Centre
Situated on Macquarie Street just steps from the Sydney Opera House concourse, the venue serves as the harbourfront anchor for an evening of performing arts.
Looking for dinner before the opera show? Aria Restaurant Sydney would be the best choice around it.
Jason Kwong JK Sommelier-Led Prestige Wine Pairings
In-house sommeliers guide guests through carefully paired Australian and international wines tailored to individual preferences and dish profiles.
premium&prestige wine pairings are fascinating and full of knowledge.
Sid Yun Halal Certification & Dietary Versatility
Aria accommodates diverse dining requirements with care, featuring an entirely halal-certified menu and seamless dietary alternatives that sacrifice no culinary finesse.
Everything on the menu is halal-certified, which is a nice touch.
Bhavninder Sanghera
Most popular items
Guest favorites from Aria's multi-course degustation and dining experience.
8-Course Tasting Menu
I had the 8-course tasting menu at ARIA Restaurant Sydney and it was an absolutely incredible experience.
Deborah Rosati Quail
The dark horse of the evening was the quail, which offered surprising depth and complexity.
Sang Nguyen Crab Chawanmushi
The highlight of the evening for me was the crab chawanmushi and the quail.
Lynne Lee Sommelier Wine Pairing
Sebastian gave us some great wine suggestions that paired perfectly with our meal and made everything feel a bit more special.
Cherish Lyne
Other favorites
Thoughtful side elements, desserts, and beverage selections that complement the main tasting menus.
Passion Fruit Soufflé
The passion fruit soufflé is an absolute must-try. Delicately airy yet rich in aroma, it offers a perfect balance of sweetness and tanginess, with a delightful contrast of warm and cold sensations that melt effortlessly in your mouth.
Allen Huang Yuzu Muse Mocktail
They also have a great mocktail selection, I recommend the Yuzu Muse.
Bhavninder Sanghera Sonoma Bread
The Sonoma bread and initial complimentary starters were a perfect, high note prelude.
Sang Nguyen Premium & Prestige Wine Pairings
I like to specially thank our sommelier Mimi: premium&prestige wine pairings are fascinating and full of knowledge.
Sid Yun
Beyond the menu
Thoughtful hospitality, customized pacing, and celebratory details tailored to your occasion. Reserve your table for a memorable waterfront evening.
Bespoke Milestone Celebrations
Celebratory occasions are marked with tailored touches, including complimentary anniversary bites and candlelit birthday desserts delivered smoothly to the table.
Tableside Culinary Storytelling
Chefs and service staff present courses tableside with clear, in-depth explanations highlighting the provenance of Australian ingredients and specialized culinary techniques.
Comprehensive Dietary Adaptation
Floor and kitchen teams comfortably modify complex degustation menus for severe allergies, pregnancy restrictions, and plant-based preferences without diminishing the experience.
Curtain-Timed Dining Pacing
Pre-theatre services are calibrated to Sydney Opera House showtimes, delivering a relaxed three-course meal on time without leaving diners feeling hurried.
Before you head over
Essential planning guidance on table locations, course timing, and dietary adaptations. Book your table in advance to secure an exceptional Sydney Harbour dining experience.
Request Front or Window Tables When Reserving
Sightlines can vary across the dining room, with certain tables offering partial perspectives. Request a front or window seat when making your reservation to lock in unobstructed sightlines of the Sydney Opera House and Harbour Bridge.
Coordinate Pacing for Shows and Degustations
The full degustation frequently extends between three and four hours. If you are attending an Opera House performance, notify staff at booking to coordinate the streamlined three-course pre-theatre service, or reserve an early seating to watch dusk settle over the water.
Disclose Dietary Needs and Halal Preferences Early
Aria accommodates severe allergies, pregnancy modifications, and vegetarian preferences with dedicated substitutes when notified ahead of time. Additionally, the restaurant's entire menu is halal-certified.
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