Mate’s TableExplore today’s trending events, happy hours, and dining experiences inSydney
EventSaturday Lunch at Vitelli's Upstairs Long lunches are back on the menu at Vitelli's Upstairs. Starting Saturday 11 July, Vitelli's Upstairs opens for Saturday lunch, serving its signature Italian dishes in a relaxed setting perfect for weekend catch-ups, celebrations or leisurely afternoons. Book your table and make Saturday lunch your new weekly tradition.
EventFather’s Day at The Charles. Sunday 6 September For one day only, we're opening on Sunday (6th Sept) to celebrate Dad from 11:30am. Join us for lunch or dinner with our specially curated à la carte menu, exclusive Father's Day steak cuts, a complimentary beer for every father, and a dedicated kids' menu for little diners under 12. A memorable meal, just as he deserves. Book now!
SpecialAll of Spain’s warmth, none of the flight. This is Euro Summer, in Bondi 🌞 Every Saturday & Sunday. Choice of two packages $110pp/$140pp. Besa’s bottomless lunch is the cosiest way to spend a winter weekend. Intimate room, chic crowd, tapas and free-flowing drinks. Plus a DJ who sets the tone from the first round. 90-minutes of bottomless drinks. Book now.
SpecialGather around the table for our Sunday Feast Built for long lunches. Overnight slow-roasted lamb shoulder, seasonal sides, and good wine. $60 per person + house wine carafes available for $45 Book now.
EventThe race that stops the nation returns to Shell House for our fifth annual Melbourne Cup celebration. Tuesday, November 3 Join us for an unforgettable afternoon of racing, dining and celebration across every level of the House, with live race coverage, sound throughout the venue, Fashions on the Field, and complimentary entry to our Official After Party in Sky Bar. Choose your race day experience. Menzies Bar Settle in for a relaxed Melbourne Cup lunch with a shared banquet menu and a spritz on arrival. The perfect setting for a lively long lunch with friends. Dining Room & Terrace Our signature Melbourne Cup experience. Enjoy a premium five-course shared menu with a glass of Ruinart Brut Champagne on arrival, all from our sun-filled terrace overlooking the CBD. Sky Bar Celebrate above the city with roaming canapés, select beverages and panoramic skyline views. The ultimate cocktail-style Melbourne Cup party before dancing into the evening. Clocktower Bar Host your own private Melbourne Cup celebration in our exclusive event space, complete with a private bar, dedicated service, a large screen for the race and a tailored experience for your group. When the race is over, the celebrations continue. All ticket holders receive complimentary access to the Official After Party in Sky Bar from 3.30pm, with Sydney’s best DJs taking you through until late. Tickets are on sale now. Last year’s event sold out, so secure your place early.
SpecialTostada Tuesday… Like Taco Tuesday, but better. 🌮🔥 Available every Tuesday from 5pm. Every week, we press fresh tortillas from native Mexican corn, cook some of our favourite and most iconic fillings from across Mexico, and pile our tostadas high with toppings, salsas and plenty of flavour. It’s our take on one of the world’s most famous food rituals, built the Maíz way. Casual, fun, flexible and full of flavour. A great excuse to gather around a table on a Tuesday night.
EventNeighbourhood Nights at Island Radio. Locals from 2008, 2010, 2015, 2016 & 2017 can enjoy 25% off the bill every Wednesday. Bookings recommended. Walk-ins welcome. Proof of postcode required.
EventLetra House x The Dalmore | 18 Aug 2026, 6PM Join us at Letra House for an exclusive dinner with Scotland's renowned single malt house, The Dalmore. Be among the first in Australia to experience the launch of The Dalmore Aged 17 Year, guided by The Dalmore's Australian Single Malt Whisky Specialist, Josh Davies. Your $160pp ticket includes a welcome drink, three whisky and sherry pairings, and an Andalusian-inspired set menu created by Head Chef Brandon Jones and Culinary Director Scott McComas-Williams. Book now!
EventAt Aalia, the Champagne Ruinart trolley pauses at your table 29 June to 29 August. Blanc de Blancs, Rosé or Dom Ruinart 2013. A slow pour. Bubbles rising. Twelve oysters with any bottle. In the Wine Room, poured as a flight, with six oysters just shucked. Winter at Aalia looks like this. This is what the season calls for. Book now!
EventFather’s Day at Olympus. Sunday 6 September | Lunch & Dinner Gather round the table for Sunday lunch, and settle into one of our signature banquets of seasonal dishes alongside the classics. By evening, choose from our à la carte or banquet menus featuring vibrant dips, fresh salads and comforting mains designed to bring the table together to celebrate dad. Bookings now open.
SpecialHo Jiak Town Hall Truffle Special Enjoy our limited-time Truffle Special, available for a limited period only. Book now to secure your table and experience our seasonal truffle dishes before they sell out. Subject to availability. Book now!
SpecialDust off that special bottle you’ve been saving🍾 Every Tuesday night, Pearl Dining opens its doors for BYO dinner service. Bring your own cherished wines and champagnes to the harbour and let our team curate the perfect pouring and decanting experience to complement our signature Cantonese dishes. Flawless views, premium dining, and your own personal cellar- the ultimate mid-week indulgence. ✨ Dinner service only ✨ $25 corkage fee per bottle (Wine & champagne only) ✨ Bookings are required 👉 Book your Tuesday night table now
SpecialBartiga Weekend Bottomless Brunch $99pp (4 pax min) 90-minute bottomless brunch, featuring free-flowing drinks and a share-style banquet menu. Enjoy Tommy's margs, selected wines, and Estrella tap beer. Located in Double Bay, Bartiga is your local spot for modern Australian and Southeast Asian cuisine. Book now!
SpecialThe only bottomless where you control the playlist. Every Saturday & Sunday from 12 - 3pm Rekōdo Jukebox Bottomless brings together Japanese-inspired sharing plates, free-flowing drinks and a soundtrack curated by you. Enjoy two hours of bottomless dining, complete with a vinyl request menu so you and your crew can choose the soundtrack while our DJ spins your picks. Book your spot and press play on your next weekend session.
SpecialWINTER SPECIAL: Steak Frites + choice OF WINE OR BEEr only $48 Enjoy the Winter Special Steak Frites + a choice of wine or beer together only $48. Available Monday - Friday. Steak Frites 200g O’Connor grass‑fed sirloin, straw frites & Café de Paris butter plus a choice of wine or beer Together, only $48 Book Now!
SpecialGin and Jazz Friday evenings An invitation to linger a little longer this winter. Friday evenings unfold to the sound of live jazz, paired with timeless cocktails and the quiet glamour of a bygone era. Guests are welcomed with a complimentary mini cocktail on arrival, before an evening shaped by soulful music, warm conversation, and refined hospitality. Join us for Gin and Jazz in partnership with Tanqueray Australia Official from Friday 12 June. Reserve your table now!
EventMorgy’s chicken burger is back! 🍔 Join us in Bar Alma every Thursday & Friday for lunch til 4pm. $26. Until sold out! Walk ins welcome. See you in the bar!
EventThere’s nothing quite like a Bopp & Tone Soul Saturday. Flowing drinks, a premium banquet to share, all to the backdrop of toe-tapping soul music. Live bands bringing the vibe every Saturday lunchtime. Feel the soul in Midtown. Book now!
EventThis winter, enjoy our Chin Chin Cheeseburger or our Rendang Curry Burger with fries for just $22. Shake things up with a $15 cocktail. Available daily during lunch service. Book now!
EventOn 25 September, The Rare Tour - Grand Slam Series - arrives in New York. A format created to bring together the best of the best of the steak world. This time, North America’s current best steak restaurant, The Eighty Six NYC, meets Margaret Double Bay, the current No. 2 in the World’s 101 Best Steak Restaurants ranking. One city. Two heavyweights. One extraordinary stage. Tickets available soon.
EventGin & Jazz Sundays Returns for 2026! at The Apollo. The last Sunday of every month, from March to September. Smooth live jazz, Four Pillars Gin cocktails, and Apollo classics. Featuring Sound Cliff Jazz Trio and Arthur Washington Book now! 29 Mar | 26 Apr | 31 May | 28 Jun | 26 Jul | 30 Aug | 27 Sept
EventSingleThread Residency at Bathers' Pavilion: 28 July – 23 August 2026, $690pp One of the world’s most celebrated restaurants, SingleThread from Sonoma, California, lands at Bathers’ Pavilion for a four-week residency from 28 July – 23 August 2026. Led by Kyle and Katina Connaughton, the team will present a 10-course tasting menu ($690pp) beginning with their iconic kaiseki-inspired Hassun, showcasing hyper-seasonal produce and refined Japanese-influenced Californian cuisine. 📍 Bathers’ Pavilion, Balmoral Beach 📅 Tue–Sun lunch & dinner | 28 Jul – 23 Aug 2026 🎟 Bookings open 10am Thu 12 Mar (prepaid) Spots will be limited — secure your booking when reservations open.
EventPiemonte wine dinner, Thursday, August 20th | from 7pm Journey through Italy's iconic Piemonte region with a six-course dinner paired with six exceptional wines, from Gavi di Gavi to Barolo. Expect seasonal dishes including handmade agnolotti, porcini, braised beef cheek and Piemonte's famous hazelnuts, with wines available to purchase on the night. Limited seats available. P R I C E: $219 per person | 6 wines & 6 courses Limited seats available. BOOK NOW!
Event✨ Bottomless brunch done right. Good drinks, good food, loud laughs and the best vibes in Darlinghurst 🍹🌮 Join us every Friday, Saturday & Sunday from 12pm–4pm at La Farmacia for the ultimate bottomless experience. Bring your friends, order another round and make your weekend plans easy. 📍81 Stanley Street, Darlinghurst