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The Dining Room

7 Hickson Rd, The Rocks NSW 2000, Australia

Recommended by 57 people

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7 Hickson Rd, The Rocks NSW 2000, Australia

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+61 2 9256 1661
HoursMonday: 6:30 – 10:30 AM Tuesday: 6:30 – 10:30 AM, 5:30 – 9:00 PM Wednesday: 6:30 – 10:30 AM, 5:30 – 9:00 PM Thursday: 6:30 – 10:30 AM, 5:30 – 9:00 PM Friday: 6:30 – 10:30 AM, 5:30 – 9:00 PM Saturday: 6:30 – 10:30 AM, 2:00 – 4:00 PM Sunday: 6:30 – 11:00 AM, 2:00 – 4:00 PM

*Opening hours may differ during holidays.

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About The Dining Room

Floor-to-ceiling windows place you right against the harbour, facing the Sydney Opera House from inside the Park Hyatt. An easy, measured hum fills the room—no stiff formality, just soft lighting and water views. Tableside sommeliers steer the cellar choices to fit your meal, pouring sparkling wine while the kitchen sends out warm malted sourdough with cultured butter. Diners gravitate toward the Kurobuta pork chop with gooseberries and black garlic, followed by rich chocolate mousse finished with olive oil and salt.

  • Waterfront Landmark Views: Window seats place guests directly opposite the Sydney Opera House for harbour meals and illuminated evening views.
  • Sommelier-Guided Pairings: Dedicated sommeliers offer personalized tableside pairings and dietary-tailored recommendations across multi-course menus.
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Why Choose The Dining Room

Discover what sets dining at Park Hyatt Sydney apart for celebrations, tasting journeys, and harbour views

  • Milestone Occasions in Polished Elegance

    Guests booking for milestone birthdays and special events enjoy a polished, celebratory setting facing Sydney Harbour.

    The restaurant has a beautiful atmosphere that's elegant without feeling overly formal, making it perfect for a special celebration.

    Slime

  • Scenic Setting for Memorable Gatherings

    Couples and parties mark memorable evenings with refined hospitality and scenic waterfront dining.

    Cannot recommend the Dining Room enough for a special event. An incredibly scenic view of the harbour combined with friendly staff makes this a must-visit.

    R. Jacob Gilbert

  • Personalized Sommelier Guidance

    Floor sommeliers offer dedicated wine guidance and personalized pairings tailored to guest palates and health needs.

    Ben, the sommelier, was exceptional. His wine knowledge was impressive, and he was thoughtful enough to guide us away from certain options that wouldn’t be ideal for my diabetes

    Rachael Belle Myers

  • Expertly Paired Tasting Menus

    Curated multi-course menus are complemented by thoughtful wine pairings that elevate each course.

    His wine knowledge was impressive, and the pairings he selected elevated the entire dining experience—each glass complemented the dishes beautifully.

    Cristian Rendon Castañeda

  • Harbour Spectacles in Indoor Comfort

    Diners enjoy prime indoor harbour positioning overlooking Sydney Opera House spectacles in complete warmth and comfort.

    Stunning views directly facing the Opera House make this restaurant a great Vivid choice when you want to stay warm inside, while enjoying good food and company.

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  • Front-Row Waterside Window Views

    Direct waterside views from within Park Hyatt provide front-row sights of harbour events and the illuminated Opera House.

    The experience of having a Vivid themed dinner was magnificent.The room decoration and the window front view to the Opera House were both fantastic.

    Alexandra Montrezor

Signature dishes and curated dining formats celebrated by guests

  • Degustation Menu

    We had the degustation menu, and every dish we tried was beautifully done

    adhitya sanusi

  • Rib Cap MBS+7

    We shared the delicious Rib Cap MBS+7 which were 400g and $98 each and served with fries, red wine jus and mustard.

    M B

  • Mafaldine

    The mafaldine and kurobuta pork chop were both delicious.

    Kelly

  • BBQ Leek

    I was particularly impressed by the meticulous attention to detail from the kitchen, especially the standout BBQ leek — truly unforgettable.

    Nguyen Mai Lien

Other favorites

Artisanal bread and handcrafted desserts to complement your meal

  • Rustic Malted Sourdough

    The $6/slice warmly served rustic malted sourdough with a chewy crunchy crust and warm soft centre with cultured butter was divine.

    M B

  • Chocolate Mousse

    The chocolate mousse was rich and decadent.

    Aimee Kilpa

  • Mango Macadamia Calamansi

    the mango–macadamia–calamansi, and the 80% chocolate mousse were all delicious and thoughtfully balanced

    adhitya sanusi

  • Armagnac Soaked Prunes

    Soaked prunes were lovely.

    Kelly

Beyond the menu

Thoughtful hospitality details that elevate celebratory harbour dining

  • Tailored Sommelier Consultations

    The sommelier offers personalized table-side guidance, tailoring wine selections around specific health needs like diabetes and guiding guests through sparkling wine varieties.

  • Proactive Celebration Photography

    Staff actively assist guests with commemorative photos, thoughtfully advising on angles against the Sydney Harbour and Opera House backdrop.

  • Dedicated Harbour Window Seating

    Early booking allows guests to reserve dedicated window seats overlooking the harbour, providing an indoor vantage point for Vivid light shows and harbour spectacle.

  • Attentive Dietary Customization

    The kitchen offers dedicated gluten-free options and flexible menu adjustments, ensuring guests with dietary requirements can order without friction.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can you get a table with views of the Sydney Opera House?

Yes. Guests report direct views of the Sydney Opera House and Sydney Harbour from the dining room, noting that booking early or paying a supplement can guarantee a window seat.

Does the restaurant accommodate special dietary requirements?

Yes. Guests note that the kitchen easily accommodates specific dietary requirements, offering extensive gluten-free dishes and sommelier-led guidance on wine selections suited for health needs like diabetes.

Can you bring your own celebration cake?

Guests note that outside celebration cakes can be brought in for a cakeage fee of $10 per person.

Are walk-in guests accommodated without a booking?

Yes. While reservations can be made in advance, walk-in diners have been accommodated and seated with harbour views.

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