The Newport

Deceiving from the street front, this Northern Beaches institution opens up into a sprawling, sun-drenched labyrinth. Think beautifully manicured, dog-friendly terraces cascading right down to the Pittwater Marina. Sydney weekenders universally agree the play here is securing a waterfront table for an epic Sunday sesh—the sheer scale of the place, with its three distinct eateries and buzzing games area, is staggering. Grab a schooner and bypass the standard fare for the wood-fired ovens. Word on the northern peninsula points straight to the spicy nduja pizza—blistered, rich, and ridiculously comforting. Sure, you’re paying a premium for the postcode, and you’ll be fetching your own drinks, but the electric atmosphere and those postcard-perfect al fresco marina views make every dollar absolutely worth it.