Nearby Dining

Located in the historic Strand Arcade and only a three minute stroll away, experience The Restaurant Pendolino’s "Presto" offering. Enjoy a delicious two-course dinner featuring their signature tasting plate and your choice of pasta or risotto—Pasta Silana, Ravioli Di Magro, Tagliatelle Senesi, or Risotto Verde Con Gamberi.

Available Tuesday to Saturday for $85pp with seating at 5.30pm.

Located within Swissôtel Sydney, Ten Stories offers a dining sanctuary high above the city streets with sweeping views of Sydney. Located just a block from Theatre Royal Sydney, dine on modern Australian cuisine with a seasonally updated menu. Offering an extensive wine list and cocktail menu, it’s the perfect location to start your night.

Pre-theatre dining is available Tuesday to Sunday from 5pm to 6.30pm with 2 courses at $60pp and 3 courses at $70pp.

Designed to share, AALIA's pre-theatre menu offers two courses for $60pp with additional sides and desserts available.

AALIA’s culinary team led by Executive Chef Paul Farag have spent years exploring dishes and techniques from lesser-known regions and coastlines of the Middle East and North Africa.

Pre-theatre dining from Tuesday to Saturday.

Located off Castlereagh Street, brought to you by Cabana Bar’s big sister, Verandah Bar is Sydney CBD's one-stop inner-city jungle oasis! Slinging quality pub feeds, handcrafted cocktails and fresh tap beer, Verandah Bar sets the perfect scene for an elevated pub experience with colleagues and friends alike. Swing past for a quick bite, kick back with a cocktail, or finish the night with a night cap. 

Open Tuesday to Saturday, bookings available and walk-ins welcome.

The Bar, located in The Fullerton Hotel, is a tranquil setting which offers an ideal spot for a quiet respite from the energy of the city with an extensive menu on offer to suit all tastebuds.

Bookings are required for their Signature Afternoon High Tea, otherwise walk-ins are welcome at any time.

Open 8am to 10pm Tuesday to Friday, 10am to 10pm Saturday, and 10am to 9pm Sunday. 

INDU provides a feast for the senses, borrowing flavours and inspiration from Sri Lanka and putting their own unique twist on them.

Their $55pp pre-theatre set menu features devilled chickpeas and cashew, string hoppers, albacore tuna cutlet, mushroom dosa, sticky devilled chicken, beetroot and lime raita, amma's daal, basmati rice, and pappadum.

Pre-theatre bookings between 4pm-6pm from Tuesday to Saturday.

Sydney's rebellious Japanese izakaya, Kid Kyoto offers a modern dining experience with a killer beverage selection, hidden in plain sight on Bridge Lane, Sydney CBD. 

Their $59pp pre-theatre menu features watermelon rind kimchi, ocean trout sashimi ponzu, watermelon sashimi, corn ribs, pork hocks, "chahan" fried rice, and baby cos.

Pre-theatre bookings between 4pm-6pm from Tuesday to Saturday.

Inspired by the markets and street food of Thailand, Long Chim brings the flavours of modern Bangkok to the heart of Sydney's CBD. Meaning “come and taste” in Thai, Long Chim dishes up curries, stir fries, noodles, desserts, snacks, salads and more, all faithfully recreated using recipes researched and fine-tuned by Thai food authority, David Thompson.

Open Tuesday to Saturday.

Located within Swissôtel Sydney, Arches Bar is a luxury oasis serving signature cocktails, an extensive wine list and mouth watering plates every day of the week. With sweeping city views, old world charm and an in house pianist, dine on a light snack or dinner, meeting under the marble Arches.

Open 7 days a week from midday to late with a bar menu available starting from $18 - $35 and featuring an extensive wine list and cocktail menu.

Looking for a place to grab a quick pre or post-show bite? Brought to you from the team behind Sydney's gem Verandah Precinct, Cabana Bar is the perfect place to kick back and enjoy while dining on great pub classics and delicious good-quality food.

Open Tuesday to Saturday, bookings available and walk-ins welcome. Late night menu available 9pm to 11pm from Thursday to Saturday.

Mejico has been supplying Sydney with tacos and tequila since 2013. Their market-fresh ethos sets them apart from the rest and with a location in the heart of the CBD, Mejico is the perfect spot for every celebration. Mejico's $55pp pre-theatre menu features table-smashed guacamole, tuna tostada, corn ribs, wagyu skirt taco, achiote chicken, patatas bravas, and churros.

Pre-theatre bookings between 4pm-6pm from Tuesday to Saturday.

Located within the Sheraton Grand Sydney Hyde Park, Sydney Common reimagines classic yet contemporary hotel dining. The hatted restaurant with sweeping views of Hyde Park is the perfect location for a pre theatre dinner or a leisurely post theatre drink. Sydney Common celebrates contemporary, ingredient focused woodfire cooking with a uniquely Australian accent.

Two course pre-theatre menu for $65pp is available from 5:30pm to 6:30pm, Wednesday – Saturday. Their Bar is open Wednesday to Saturday from 4pm to 11pm with Aperitivo Hours from 4pm-6pm.

Overlooking 25 Martin Place’s piazza and water feature, L'uva's pre-theatre pasta vino menu offers 2 courses + glass of wine for $65 or 3 courses + glass of wine for $80 with a choice of Bruschetta, Burrata & Grissini, or Arancini for an entrée, a choice of Spaghetti alla Puttanesca, Linguine N’duj, or Ragu Orecchiette for a main, or tiramisu or affogato for a dessert.

Pre-theatre dining from Tuesday to Saturday.

Babylon Rooftop has been built upon the greatest expression of Middle Eastern hospitality, food. Their $55pp pre-theatre restaurant menu features house made bread, hummus, babaganosh, fattoush salad, and baked rice pilav with a choice of Turkish coffee cured & roasted duck OR shish tawook.

Pre-theatre menu for up to four people between 5pm - 6pm. For groups of 4+, please contact Babylon to discuss your options further. Open 7 days a week from midday to late.

The Pre-Theatre Dinner plate for $45pp includes a choice of main course of Pan Seared Salmon, Angus Beef Striploin MB2+, Slow Cooked Grilled Lamb Rump, Free Range Lemon and Sage Chicken, or Chickpea and Potato Curry, with it accompanied by chef's daily selection of cold entrée, side dish and dessert.

Pre-Theatre Dinner menu is available Tuesday to Saturday 6pm to 9pm. A daily lunch special is also available Tuesday to Saturday from 12-3pm. Bookings and walk-ins welcome.

Embodying every day opulence and grandeur, Bopp & Tone's style is lived-in luxury, with a welcoming and relaxed atmosphere. Their menu centres around honest and generous share food, with Mediterranean influences and is predominantly cooked on the in-house wood grill or charcoal oven.

Open Tuesday to Saturday from midday to late. Walk-ins welcome, but bookings recommended.

Set amongst the spectacular CBD skyline, this stylish bar is the ultimate destination with their menu designed for more casual dining and includes snacks and nibbles, light and main meals and a large selection of charcuterie, cheese, and freshly shucked oysters.

Enjoy a pre-theatre Burger & Bubbles offer for $30pp. Want something more substantial? Check out their pre-theatre menu from $80pp.

Open 7 days a week.