Restaurant
Aster
Level 32/117 Macquarie St, Sydney NSW 2000, Australia
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Level 32/117 Macquarie St, Sydney NSW 2000, Australia
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Perched thirty-two floors up, Aster commands straight-shot panoramas across Sydney Harbour and the Opera House. Regulars make the climb for dusk—launching with cold French champagne before calling for martinis served tableside with a bump of caviar. Pull up a stool at the counter for bartender banter and drinks crowned with aromatic cloud bubbles, or kick back until floor staff quietly slide you glass-side the second a window opens.
- Harbour Panoramas: Thirty-two floors above Macquarie Street with wide-open sightlines across the Sydney Harbour Bridge and Opera House.
- Theatrical Cocktail Craft: Inventive cocktail service featuring multi-pour martini flights, cloud bubble presentations, and curated caviar pairings.
- Proactive Seating Upgrades: Attentive floor teams routinely move seated guests closer to prime window glass as tables open up through the night.
What's On at Aster
Upcoming events, special menus and other reasons to plan a visit.
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Why Guests Choose Aster
Spectacular harbour vistas, theatrical mixology, and generous hospitality—reserve your table on Level 32 for an unforgettable evening.
Unrivalled Harbour Panoramas
Level 32 frames unobstructed, sweeping vistas of the Sydney Opera House and Harbour Bridge from daytime to golden hour and night.
Sweeping views of the Harbour Bridge, the Opera House, and Sydney as far as the eye can see — with a spicy margarita in hand.
Moana Theatrical Cocktail Artistry
Craft mixologists elevate signature pours into interactive tableside drama, pairing bespoke martinis with caviar service and cloud bubble presentations.
finished on an amazing Martini that was like entertainment in itself. Served with caviar.
Kerrie Phillpotts Curated Celebration Packages
Pre-set pairings like Champagne and oysters or signature cocktail flights remove guesswork when hosting a celebratory toast.
Had my partners birthday celebration here with the champagne and oyster celebration package.
linda kamchevski Thoughtful Milestone Hospitality
Floor staff proactively anticipate milestone moments with surprise touches and attentive pacing to honor special gatherings.
They also surprised my husband with a cake, and the staff remained attentive throughout our visit.
Nel L Warm, Judgment-Free Hospitality
Despite its luxury rooftop setting, the team immediately puts guests at ease with sincere warmth and unpretentious hospitality.
No matter how we looked, we were treated with genuine kindness and respect.
Jasmina Dinnebier Engaging Countertop Camaraderie
Pulling up a seat at the bar offers witty banter, custom flavor guidance, and genuine connection with expert bartenders.
forget the view the best seats in the house are at the bar
Vexia Marionette
Most popular items
From theatrical martinis served with caviar to curated pairings above Sydney Harbour, book your table for an elevated celebration.
Signature Martini
finished on an amazing Martini that was like entertainment in itself. Served with caviar.
Kerrie Phillpotts Champagne and Oyster Celebration Package
Had my partners birthday celebration here with the champagne and oyster celebration package. It was wonderful.
linda kamchevski Signature Cocktail Experience for Two
indulged in the signature cocktail experience for two. It was splendid from start to finish.
Laura Spicy Margarita
with a spicy margarita in hand. ✨ The Aster does something right, and once you've been, you'll understand the hype.
Moana
Beyond the menu
Deliberate hospitality details that turn a rooftop drink into a standout Sydney memory—reserve your table at the glass.
Proactive Window Seat Upgrades
Floor hosts actively monitor the dining room and proactively transition guests to front-row window seats as soon as prime vantage points overlooking the harbour become available.
Interactive Cloud Cocktails and Memory Pours
Bartenders create bespoke off-menu drink moments at the counter, from recreating past personal favourites to surprising guests with delicate cloud bubbles hovering above the glass.
Milestone Surprises and Welcome Toasts
Special occasions are acknowledged with unprompted celebratory generosity, including greeting glasses of prosecco and surprise birthday cakes brought straight to the table.
Caviar-Paired Theatrical Serves
Curated celebration experiences pair theatrical martini serves with chilled caviar bumps and French champagne, turning cocktail hour into a ceremonial dining affair.
Before you head over
Practical dining advice to make the most of your evening above the harbour—reserve your table today.
Patience Pays for Window Sightlines
If your initial reservation is seated away from the glass, you do not need to stress. Floor staff actively look out for openings and regularly move guests forward to prime harbour-facing window tables as soon as they clear.
Pull Up a Stool at the Bar
If window booths are fully committed, head directly for the counter seats. Sitting at the bar offers immediate seating alongside front-row views of bespoke cocktail craft, smoke bubbles, and tailored spirit recommendations.
Lock in Celebration Packages Early
For birthdays and milestone occasions, reserve structured tasting packages like the Champagne and oyster service in advance to guarantee seamless pacing and curated pours. Reserve your table now for prime golden hour vistas.
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