Best Comfort Food Restaurants in Dee Why

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Cuisine

AmericanItalianComfort FoodBurgersAustralianVegetarian / Vegan

Regions

Bondi AreaEastern SuburbsNorthern BeachesSydney City

Neighborhoods

Bondi BeachBrookvaleCromerDarlinghurstHaymarketSydney CBD

Top Rated

CharmingFancyGood for business mealsGood for groupsGood for special occasionsGreat for brunch

Dining Options

All dining options

Delivery only

Takeout only

Seating Options

BarCounterStandardHigh TopOutdoor

Accessibility

Gender-neutral restroomWheelchair access

9 restaurants available nearby

A photo of Dad & Dave's Brewing restaurant

1. Dad & Dave's Brewing

4.7

Exceptional(111)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Brewery • Brookvale

Booked 9 times today

Dad & Dave's Brewing is an independently owned and operated family brewery and distillery. Come and see where the magic happens. From Monday to Friday, our team is brewing, canning and kegging your favourite beers, ready for you to enjoy in our taproom. Our brewery is family and dog friendly, pop in, grab a beer and one of our famous burgers.

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2. Tothy Brothers Deli

4.8

Exceptional(99)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • Cromer

Booked 1 time today

Two brothers from the beaches set out with a goal to bring their take on American Deli style food to Sydney. Their artisan flavours are completely unique whilst still incorporating the classic New Yorker Deli techniques and experience.By using only the best free range and barley fed beef from Tasmania the boys have been recognised for their 12 hour smoked pastrami (the magic is in their signature salt brine consisting of 18 spices and original TBD's pastrami rub) along with their one of a kind slow cooked corned beef brisket and cold smoked pastrami lox. The boys are best known for their famous Reuben, smoked pork Cubano, the OG Corned beef sandwich, New Zealand Ora king salmon lox, homemade Russian dressing, Memphis style BBQ sauce and their original fermented hot sauce range.

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3. Rocco's Bar & Gusto

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$$$$Price: Expensive

• Italian • Warriewood

"Bar & restaurant with an Italian influence" Come down for Lunch or Dinner and taste the flavors of authentic Italian cuisine.

A photo of The Grounds of the City restaurant

4. The Grounds of the City

4.4

Awesome(3640)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Modern Australian • Sydney CBD

Booked 84 times today

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.

5. Roast Republic

4.7

Exceptional(88)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• American • Sydney CBD

Booked 4 times today

Welcome to Roast Republic, where we bring the authentic flavours of American BBQ to Clarence Street Sydney, inspired by the rich culinary tradition originating in the Southern United States.Our Beef short ribs, USA Pork & Lamb ribs a quintessential part of American cuisine are applied two culinary pillars that are the key to unlocking a symphony of flavors. The art of the dry rub and homemade BBQ sauce that is bold, layered and unique. These essential components infuse the meat with layers of complexity and adding a punch of flavor in every bite, then slow cooked, and enjoyed as a delicious communal dining experience. Experience true American BBQ flavours with our signature boards perfectly crafted to share as a delicious communal dining experience. Whether you're craving classic comfort food or looking to indulge in savory Southern favourites, our menu has something for everyone. Join us at Roast Republic for family-style servings and experience comfort food of American BBQ.

6. Door Knock

4.6

Exceptional(310)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Dining Bar • Sydney CBD

Booked 8 times today

COCKTAILS, WINE AND GOOD TIMESWe are a captivating cocktail and wine bar hidden below the hustle and bustle of Sydney's streets. Our progressive cocktail list has contemporary and traditional cocktails to delight all tastes. We have an extensive wine list to please all palates. Additionally our delicious food offering has a range of fresh appetising bar food and meals.

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7. The Shop & Wine Bar

4.9

Exceptional(17)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Australian • Bondi Beach

Booked 17 times today

At The Shop you can expect to find the same customers that have been coming since day one. The Shop is like being welcomed into the home of a favourite relative and the food that comes out of the kitchen is like they have preformed magic. We like to focus on comfort food and all locally sourced.Everything is made from scratch, including the dressings, relishes and pickled vegetables.Most of our wines are organic and always have a preservative free wine. Cocktails available if your feeling colourful.. Sharing plates and seasonal specials available.Huge colourful salads, burgers and meatballs.The heart and the soul of the owners and locals oozes out of The Shop!

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8. Wingboy Darling Square

4.6

Exceptional(134)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • Haymarket

Booked 15 times today

Wingboy is the creation of two mates, Mike and George, who teamed up through their love of hot wings, cold bevs and good times. The boys have worked in multiple bars and kitchens over the last 12 years to bring you the ultimate wing experience, Wingboy! Wingboy is big on flavour, an electric atmosphere and casual service. They have created 13 kick-ass sauces which are made daily, coating crispy wings, juicy boneless tenders or cauliflower bites. Come on down and join the boys at your local Wingboy.

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9. Buffalo Dining Club

4.4

Awesome(144)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Italian • Darlinghurst

Booked 7 times today

We revolve our dishes around the amazing Pecorino Romano cheese wheel, imported once a month, fresh from Sardinia, Italy. Other cheeses such as our much loved Buffalo Mozzarella also make an appearance on the menu as well as pasta's, prosciutto, salads and dessert.Come in and let our friendly staff guide you through a dining experience that we have lived with our whole lives.Hope to see you all soon and welcome to the Buffalo Dining Club™.

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OpenTable DinerVIP
London •5 reviews
4.0
Dined 1 day ago
The food and service were excellent. The restaurant was very noisy - hard to hear the wait staff or hold a conversation.
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The Grounds of the CityPrice: Moderate• Modern Australian• Sydney CBD
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4.4
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Evan
Sydney •1 review
5.0
Dined on Mar 1, 2025
We traveled from rural NSW for my husbands 40th Birthday. The staff were unbelievable, so helpful, we had a cake delivered and stored in the cool room, one guest had food intolerances and they worked around that for us. Easily the best restaurant we’ve been to, and food was amazing! Everyone had an excellent night - thank you.
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Roast RepublicPrice: Expensive• American• Sydney CBD
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4.7
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OpenTable Diner
Canberra •1 review
5.0
Dined on Feb 14, 2025
Went for a Friday night steak special. Was absolutely awesome.
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Tothy Brothers DeliPrice: Moderate• American• Cromer
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4.8
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Martin
Sydney •1 review
5.0
Dined on Nov 23, 2024
The staff looked after us very well. They helped us with a table wherenwe could sit with our dog. The food was great! We had some issues with Uber Per and one of the staff members (I think it was Joel) came to ask us if everything was okay. I think he would have taken us home if we did not stay more than 30min away.
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Dad & Dave's BrewingPrice: Moderate• Brewery• Brookvale
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4.7

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