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Aria Restaurant Sydney

1 Macquarie St, Sydney NSW 2000, Australia

Recommended by 21 people

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Find Aria Restaurant Sydney

1 Macquarie St, Sydney NSW 2000, Australia

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+61 2 9240 2255
HoursMonday: 5:00 – 10:30 PM Tuesday: 5:00 – 10:30 PM Wednesday: 5:00 – 10:30 PM Thursday: 12:00 – 11:30 PM Friday: 12:00 – 11:30 PM Saturday: 12:00 – 11:30 PM Sunday: 12:00 – 10:00 PM

*Opening hours may differ during holidays.

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About 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

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.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can you dine here before a show at the Sydney Opera House?

Guests attending performances at the Sydney Opera House can dine here comfortably. The staff can pace a multi-course meal to meet your show curtain time without making you feel rushed.

How can you secure a table with the best harbour and Opera House views?

Window tables looking directly toward the Sydney Opera House and Harbour Bridge can be requested when booking, or secured more easily by arriving right at the start of service, such as 12:00 PM for lunch.

Can Aria accommodate dietary restrictions and allergies?

The kitchen readily handles dietary requirements, accommodating pregnancy modifications, severe allergies, and vegetarian preferences with tailored alternatives, and diners note the menu is halal-certified.

Where is the entrance located and what are the parking arrangements?

The entrance is situated on Macquarie Street (the last door on the left heading down). For drivers, the nearby Sydney Opera House car park can fill up during peak weekend lunch periods, but parking spaces can be booked and paid for online in advance.

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