Restaurant
Flying Fish
80 Pyrmont St, Pyrmont NSW 2009, Australia
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80 Pyrmont St, Pyrmont NSW 2009, Australia
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Book NowAbout Flying Fish
Perched over the Pyrmont waterfront, Flying Fish turns fresh Australian coastal catch into pure harbour dining magic. Floor-to-ceiling glass looks straight across to Barangaroo and Crown Tower—setting an easy rhythm whether you are dressing up for an anniversary or settling in for a quick bite before curtain call at the Lyric Theatre. Regulars lean into the crisp prawn toast crowned with sesame, followed by flaky Daintree barramundi or blue swimmer crab fettuccine in a creamy tomato sauce. Service moves with genuine warmth, even surprising milestone tables with an unprompted celebratory cake and candle.
- Waterfront Harbour Views: Floor-to-ceiling glass frames direct water views across to Barangaroo and Crown Tower.
- Pre-Theatre Set Dining: Paced for Lyric Theatre curtain calls with generous courses like prawn toast and fresh fish.
- Celebratory Touches: Milestone celebrations often receive unprompted celebratory dessert plates with a lit candle.
What's On at Flying Fish
Upcoming events, special menus and other reasons to plan a visit.
No events or specials listed right now.
Why Diners Choose Flying Fish
Seamless showtime pacing, tailored celebratory hospitality, and panoramic harbour outlooks.
Paced Pre-Theatre Dining for Lyric Theatregoers
Coordinated service and location ensure guests are welcomed, seated, and served comfortably before curtain call at the neighbouring Lyric Theatre.
ensuring we were seated and served in time to make our show
Ric Dimarti Streamlined Pre-Show Set Menus
A dedicated pre-theatre set menu eliminates decision fatigue while delivering high-value, punctual dining ahead of evening shows.
Pre theatre set menus was excellent!
Yumi Kumabe Thoughtful Milestone Celebrations
Attentive floor staff proactively celebrate milestone gatherings and personal occasions with spontaneous complimentary desserts.
the server asked if we were celebrating anything, we said our girl just broke up and they gave us complimentary dessert!
Yosephine Lifan Personalized Occasion Touches
Special events and achievements are acknowledged with customized celebratory plating and personalized table gestures.
A simple small chocolate cake with a singular candle and the words "Congratulations" written in chocolate sauce was the perfect ending to a wonderful dining experience.
Samuel Liu Panoramic Barangaroo Waterfront Views
Elevated dining overlooks the Barangaroo skyline and harbour waters, creating a stunning visual backdrop.
And the view of Barangaroo is absolutely stunning !
Alyssia Berchet Harbour Bay Glass Dining Room
Floor-to-ceiling glass architecture immerses guests in panoramic harbour bay vistas in an elegant, relaxing atmosphere.
The restaurant boasts floor-to-ceiling glass walls with stunning views of the harbour bay, creating an environment that is both elegant and relaxing.
Peter Lac
Most popular items
Signature seafood mains and featured dishes from the kitchen
Barramundi
The skin was perfectly crisp, protecting the delicate, buttery flakes of the fish. It’s a classic done with such finesse that it reminds you why Flying Fish is a Sydney icon.
Hani Sedhom Seafood Platter
It was one of the best seafood platters I’ve had in a long time.
Wayne Cownie Kingfish Crudo
Kingfish crudo sets the standard at a time when it’s so in vogue in Sydney.
Samuel Cutcher Toothfish
The toothfish was the highlight of our meal despite a thorough enjoyment of all the dishes that we ordered
Samuel Liu
Other favorites
Appetizers, sides, and sweet finales to complement your meal
Prawn Toast
this version was a crisp, golden jewel—ethereally light yet decadently rich. The prawns, impossibly fresh, were delicately seasoned and crowned with micro herbs
Stevie Koll Silverbeet
this side dish is a sleeper hit. It was seasoned and prepared in a way that transformed a simple green into a vibrant, savory highlight
Hani Sedhom Shoestring Fries
We ordered the shoestring fries which were delicious.
Safwat Hossain Passion Fruit Parfait
The dessert was amazing, I had the passion fruit parfait
Safwat Hossain
Beyond the menu
Thoughtful details and hospitable touches that elevate dining at Flying Fish
Complimentary Milestone Celebrations
Waitstaff actively enquire about milestone celebrations and mark birthdays or personal achievements with a complimentary dessert, lit candle, or personalized piping.
Showtime-Paced Pre-Theatre Coordination
For theatregoers dining prior to performances at the nearby Lyric Theatre, staff actively confirm show schedules and ensure courses are coordinated to guarantee an on-time curtain call.
Attentive Dietary Accommodations
Staff provide careful dietary assistance, including attentive and knowledgeable management of gluten-free dining so guests with restrictions can relax.
Dedicated Waterfront Window Placements
Diners booking special occasions and pre-theatre meals are paired with floor-to-ceiling window seating overlooking Barangaroo and Crown Tower.
Before you head over
Practical advice on timing, booking, and making the most of your visit
Time Your Pre-Theatre Dining
Take advantage of the dedicated pre-theatre set menu if you have tickets for a show at the Lyric Theatre, but communicate your curtain call time clearly so service pacing feels comfortable rather than rushed.
Mention Special Occasions at Booking
When making a reservation for an anniversary, birthday, or milestone event, note the occasion in advance to receive personalized touches and complimentary celebratory desserts.
Book Ahead for Waterfront Tables
Demand peaks around theatre curtain times and weekend celebrations, so advance table reservations are essential to secure prime seating near the floor-to-ceiling harbour view windows.
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