35 Sydney Restaurants to Connect In For Mother's Day

by The OpenTable Team

Updated July 11, 2019

Whether you're taking mom out for a treat or enjoying a Sunday lunch with friends, these restaurants are perfect for Mother's Day. From kid-friendly favorites to brunch-worthy hotspots, we'll help you find the perfect place to celebrate.

Glasshouse

4.7

4.7 (1638)

$41 to $100

Modern Australian

Timbumburi

About the restaurant

Led by Head Chef Jarrod Smith, Glasshouse is proud to serve a variety of expertly prepared, locally sourced dishes, in a phenomenal venue.
Goonoo Goonoo Station is undoubtedly the New England regions finest destination for accommodation, dining, and events.

Please note:
At Glasshouse, we have seatings options for groups from 2 - 50 people.
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Top review

KenH

Dined today

Very accommodating staff. Excellent meal with no waiting time. always a good night.

Osteria di Russo & Russo

4.8

4.8 (1191)

$41 to $100

Contemporary Italian

Enmore

About the restaurant

Enmore's Osteria di Russo & Russo is a favorite among locals and visitors alike for its modern take on classic Italian flavours, served in its warm and charming restaurant. As snacks to start, the fiore di zucchini fried zucchini flower with goat's milk ricotta and lemon aspen and the cannolo filled with a duck liver parfait, date and hazelnuts are sensational selections.

Some of Osteria di Russo & Russo's specialty dishes include the saltbush gnocchi with pork sausage ragu and pecorino, the chargrilled beef flank with green garlic, nasturtium and smoked eggplant and the slow cooked freemantle octopus with chickpea, salsa rossa and native bush tomato, as well as vegetarian dishes.

Osteria di Russo & Russo's strawberry sorbet, davidson plum meringue and limoncello custard is the perfect dessert with which to finish your meal.

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Phillip

Dined 2 days ago

We had the Tutto Bene with the addition of half a dozen oysters. Everything was magnificent. The service was warm and friendly, and because we go there twice a year, the owner and his son have been able to recognise us and we are welcomed. The food is imaginative and very tasty, and the wine selection is great, with something for every taste and budget.

South Sailor

4.6

4.6 (1159)

$41 to $100

Seafood

Thirroul

About the restaurant

With a love for casual, fresh seafood, South Sailor offers lunch, dinner and a wine & cocktail we just know you'll love! Just 150 metres from Thirroul Beach, South Sailor is a fitting spot to settle back after a day on the sand and surf.

Expect to find a contemporary seafood focussed menu with the very best that the South Coast and Australia has to offer. The menu is a combination of classic chip-shop fare and more worldly seafood flavours with an in-house Sushi & Poké Bar. The kitchen, lead by Executive Chef Graham Ette, prepares delicious seafood plates cooked to order, designed to share.

With indoor & outdoor seating, a licensed bar and kids beach cubby, gather the family for a relaxed weekend lunch or head in with friends for an evening of drinks and a shared feast. South Sailor is the perfect locale for those wanting to enjoy the Coal Coast vibe and warm welcome.

Top review

Penny

Dined 4 days ago

Absolutely fabulous food - we had the seafood platter for 2 and it was amazing. The flavours of each individual piece was a taste sensation!

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Popular dish

Baja Fish Tacos

Popular dish

South Sailor Fish Tacos

Experience

The Friday Lunch Club

Garfish - Manly

4.6

4.6 (2020)

$41 to $100

Seafood

Manly

About the restaurant

Our northern beaches restaurant: the best seafood and service, with a view to savour!

Located near Manly Wharf with a view over Manly Harbour, and only a short stroll from the ferry terminal, Garfish Manly occupies an enviable position perfectly suited to enjoying Australia’s best seafood.

A refined, coastal dining experience serving high quality cocktails, local and international wine, and some of Australia's best produce on offer.

Top review

OpenTable Diner

Dined on Jul 3, 2024

Garfish delivers a consistently good experience in terms of food and service. It's an easy win if you're looking for somewhere nice to celebrate and you want to know you're in for a delicious meal.

Zushi - Barangaroo

4.6

4.6 (1553)

$41 to $100

Japanese

Barangaroo

About the restaurant

At the edge of the CBD, in the spectacular 22-hectare waterfront precinct where an old container terminal once stood, discerning foodies can now find some of the city’s best sushi in Barangaroo. Established in 2016, the newest addition to the Zushi restaurant empire is in Sydney’s impressive new harbour foreshore playground. Zushi Barangaroo is both stylish and comfortable, capturing the relaxed style of a typical Japanese bar or izakaya designed by the renowned architect Koichi Takada. We offer premium service complimented with a wide selection of imported beers, Japanese inspired cocktails, and Japanese sake and whisky.
Zushi prides itself on using only carefully sourced local ingredients; the freshest vegetables and sustainable seafood where possible and most of the menu is gluten-free. We are open every day for lunch and dinner, serving delectable sushi, sashimi and share plates. And the glorious harbour views are pretty tasty too.

Top review

EdVIP

Dined 6 days ago

Fantastic, we brought some first timers and they were impressed as we always are. The service is like a family treatment we love it. Oh forgot to mention the food is fabulous. best Japanese in Barangaroo.

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4.6

4.6 (3153)

$41 to $100

Seafood

Port Macquarie

About the restaurant

THE WHALEBONE WHARF IS A NO FUSS, CASUAL AUSTRALIAN FISH EATERY

Our mission is to source the region’s best seafood and seasonal produce by partnering with like-minded suppliers.

Our commitment to locality and our selection of produce flows into everything we offer; from Hastings River Oysters to Urban Grain bread and pastries.

We aim to showcase these ingredients by preparing them carefully and serving them simply.

The Whalebone is a place for friends and family to enjoy local, honest food and wine in a relaxed atmosphere, with a world class view.

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Nicole

Dined 1 day ago

Lovely food, great cocktails and friendly wait staff. Angus in particular was very happy and helpful.

BORN by Tapavino - Barangaroo

4.5

4.5 (1320)

$40 and under

Spanish

Barangaroo

About the restaurant

BóRN is the 3rd venue in the Tapavino stable and takes its cue from the tapas bars & restaurants in & around El Born, Barcelona. Located on the waterfront in Barangaroo, We take inspiration from the Spanish classics but with a modern twist.

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martinVIP

Dined 2 days ago

Tried to put us inside despite tables being available outside. We were told that they(?) had booked…. Clearly so had we but maybe Open Table doesn’t count!!! Took us 10 mins to sort that out, after which service was good. Everything overpriced but good quality.

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Experience

Bottomless Brunch $99

Glass Brasserie

4.5

4.5 (1846)

$41 to $100

Modern Australian

Sydney CBD

About the restaurant

Glass Brasserie is an eloquent, lofty restaurant and wine bar with panoramic views overlooking Sydney's historic Queen Victoria Building. Under the culinary guidance of head chef Natalie Murphy, the Glass team dreams up honest, simple culinary experiences that celebrate the finest seasonal produce in imbued flavour.

The brasserie-style menu is designed to take guests on a journey, losing themselves in the enclaves of the restaurant's ambiance, flavours and character. Glass boasts one of Sydney's most comprehensive wine lists, curated by Head Sommelier, Mauro Bortolato for almost two decades. The 3,500 strong collection is encased in a striking wine wall that spans floor to ceiling through the space. Designed by renowned interior designer, Tony Chi, the restaurant's interior exudes equal party's intimacy and grandeur with it's ambient open-plan kitchen and expansive day-to-night dining experiences.

Located on Level 2, 488 George Street, Sydney.

Top review

David

Dined 1 day ago

We enjoyed good service and food at the restaurant. However the Ladies toilets on the second floor of the Hilton hotel were in poor condition and poor cleanliness.

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Experience

Group Reservations 8+

Experience

Afternoon Tea

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Christmas Day Lunch at Glass

The River Deck Cafe

4.5

4.5 (1045)

$40 and under

Australian

Albury

About the restaurant

Located at one of Albury’s most idyllic and picturesque locations, our award-winning restaurant hopes to offer you an unparalleled location on the banks of the famous Murray River whilst indulging your senses in modern Australian cuisine. Our menus are driven by the natural, native, and local ingredients that we source from incredible regional farmers and producers across Albury, Wodonga, and our surroundings.

After dining with us, we hope you can see the vibrant and creative food scene that our region has to offer.

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Katherine

Dined 2 days ago

The River Deck Cafe is our regular stop when we drive between Melbourne and Canberra or Melbourne and Sydney. The location is amazing, set in the park overlooking the Murray River, so we can stretch our legs and the dog can run around. The food standard here is very high, much higher than one would expect in a small regional location. They take great pride in using fresh local ingredients and the supplies are proudly listed in the menu. Very happy to continue to have this as our regular stop and I always recommend it to fellow foodies.

The Potting Shed

4.3

4.3 (3799)

$40 and under

Modern Australian

Alexandria

About the restaurant

The Potting Shed is a place to meet, eat, drink, relax and chat your day and night away – where hanging plants, terracotta pots and timber beams meet brass, brick and iron. Where you can plant yourself down on the swing seat, bench or at the bar and feel like you are on your family’s porch.

It’s a lively place where you can hoe into fresh, locally harvested produce, delivered by our shed-hands. The same hands that will deliver you good-natured banter, craft beers on tap, great tasting wines and unique cocktails.

The menu offers cozy share options for groups, three course substantial meal choices for those wanting to make an evening of it and a fun selection of nibbles for people wanting a light after-work snack with their cocktails or a share jug amongst friends.

Plus, enjoy exclusive after-dark access to The Grounds of Alexandria's latest laneway attractions when you dine in!

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Kim

Dined today

My friends and I always have a fabulous time at the Grounds. The food is amazing. Your staff work very hard but are so delightful! The whole experience is always Magical!

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Experience

Dine In The Potter's Corner

Experience

Group Menu

Experience

Premium Private Dining in The Lock-In

love.fish - Barangaroo

4.5

4.5 (1804)

$41 to $100

Seafood

Barangaroo

About the restaurant

How many restaurants offer premium Australian seafood and waterfront dining at an everyday price point? love.fish is a casual Australian seafood restaurant located on the waterfront in harbour-side Sydney. Now in its thirteenth year, the love.fish Barangaroo restaurant takes Sydney seafood and our founders passion for authentic, accessible seafood dining to the next level. With a 17 metre harbour frontage and 175 seats, we offer a wider selection of Australia’s best locally-sourced oysters, raw fish, whole fish, platters, and crustaceans. All in a world-class waterfront location with the soul and values of a family owned restaurant. Our Barangaroo restaurant offers the provenance and quality of Australian seafood in a relaxed waterfront setting. We’re all about sustainable, local seafood that doesn’t cost the earth, because it doesn’t need to!

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Bryan

Dined 2 days ago

Tried to book elsewhere and couldn't get in so glad or we would not have tried Lovefish. Great service and food was excellent. Would definitely eat there again

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Popular dish

Australian Seafood Platter

Popular dish

Flash Fried Brussel Sprouts

Experience

'FEED ME' menu at love.fish

Doyles on the Beach

4.4

4.4 (3154)

$41 to $100

Seafood

Watsons Bay

About the restaurant

On this, The restaurants original site, Doyles on the Beach opened Australia's first seafood restaurant in 1885. We have been family owned and operated for over 5 generations.

The restaurant internationally famous and a mecca for Sydneysiders and tourists alike, offering a stunning range of fresh seafood for lunch and dinner, 7 days a week.

Family Friendly, Great for date night!, indoor & outdoor dining located right next to the beach. We cater for families, business lunches, special events, weddings & special occasions. private rooms available.

Visit our newly opened open-air Garden Bar (open daily 11.30am - late) , try one of our refreshing cocktails, a draught beer or a glass of wine before dining in the restaurant or why not order from the garden bar menu. (reservations excepted for both the restaurant & garden bar)

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Anna

Dined today

Such a lovely spot to experience Sydney. Had overseas friends with me and the adored the ferry ride and then the seafood lunch.

The Grounds of the City

4.3

4.3 (3624)

$40 and under

Modern Australian

Sydney CBD

About the restaurant

The Grounds of the City, the second outpost from the team behind The Grounds of Alexandria, is bringing soul back to the CBD with old-school service and charm. Located in the heart of the CBD and bustling with activity, The Grounds of the City is tailor-made for a marvellous time; no matter the occasion. Start your day right as our baristas expertly serve up The Grounds house-roasted espresso and filter coffees, or end it in the best possible way and cosy in with our selection of cocktails and a dinner menu that features something for everyone. You’ll find our coffee sommelier at The Barista’s Bar ready to take you through a tailored coffee experience, and our tea lady roaming the room with a trolley adorned with fresh coffee, our selection of ethically sourced teas and cakes.

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Scott

Dined 4 days ago

Always great for taking a client to breakfast and coffee

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4.5

4.5 (1826)

$41 to $100

Modern Australian

Ettalong Beach

About the restaurant

The BOX on the Water is situated in prime position on both the Ettalong foreshore and beach. Its absolute waterfront location has panoramic views out across Broken Bay to its namesake, Box Head, and over to Sydney's northern beaches.

Architecturally designed with a stylish, modern aesthetic, The BOX on the Water restaurant, bar and beach kiosk is just an hour and a half drive from central Sydney or twenty five minutes on the passenger ferry from Palm Beach.

Both the restaurant and kiosk offer fresh, modern Australian cuisine and friendly, efficient service. Experience stylish, casual, 'fun dining' with arguably the best outlook on the Coast!

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Raffaella

Dined 3 days ago

Easy to book, delicious food and great ambience. Love the view.

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