Basically what others have said. Takeaway fish shop in the basement of the QVB hall. I got there at…read morethe end of the day for a late dinner, when they were clearly trying to sell out of food (so great last-minute deals). Ate in my nearby hotel and fish & chips were good, fresh, and well-prepared. I'd happily go back, though don't know it was so transcendent as to make it destination dining.

Great fish & chips. Outside seating or takeaway. Reasonably priced and was very fresh and hot.read more

Really popular place. They have street seating and indoor. The only thing available when we went…read morewithout waiting was inside. Inside wasn't bad, the table was big and the chairs comfortable. We were waited on immediately. Servers fly around like dancers, it's actually pretty impressive. Our food arrived in no time. My wife had fish and chips and I had lamb and rosemary pie. She enjoyed her meal. Mine was different than I've had before. It was still ok but I wouldn't order it again. Others would probably like it, it just wasn't for me. We didn't have any dessert but as you walk in the door they have some wonderful looking pies and cakes. Do yourself a favor and save room for one of those. I messed up and didn't try something. This is actually a really cool restaurant that I would like to try again. I wouldn't let one dish that didn't hit my taste buds keep me away.

The Rocks Cafe is set in an adorable part of Sydney. I could see parking being a little challenging…read moreat times, but it's worth the effort and walk to make it to The Rocks Cafe! I understand it can get a little busy at times too, so there might be a wait. PRO TIP: make an online reservation and get seated right away! I had a couple of goals when visiting Australia... and one of them was to try kangaroo. The Rocks Cafe delivers with their Kangaroo Filet! And you can get it gluten-free! The sauce is a bit rich for me, but you can brush some of the sauce off with your fork. If kangaroo is not your thing, then there are plenty of other options on the menu... and the crowd around us all looked pleased with their orders. After you are done with your meal, you just go to the front/reception area and pay your bill. Easy peasy! Overall rating: ****FOUR STARS**** Gluten-free rating: ****FOUR STARS****

We were ready to eat some decent food after eating shitty food on AA from LAX-SYD. We had a 15 hr…read moredirect flight from LAX. The ladies at the front desk of our hotel recommended Canteen, a food hall near our hotel in Barangaroo. Canteen houses Costi's, as well as many other eateries, that appeal to many office workers. In addition, the area has many visitors to the nearby wharf area, where ferries take you around Darling Harbour. We ordered fish & chips, fried calamari, grilled Greek octopus & rice, and two types of salads (the latter, not pictured). The total was $52 AUD, or ~$34 USD based on exchange rates in Oct, 2025. Keep in mind, tipping is not expected in Australia vs the US, but most restaurants do charge approx 1.5% for credit card transactions. The food was already prepared. Nonetheless, bc we hit Costi's early (approx 11:30 am), everything was super fresh. The piece of NZ Hoki was massive, and the fish was moist and nicely seasoned. Likewise the chips were GBD and a large portion. Secondarily, the octopus was super tender, and had 3 skewers to an order. On the other hand, I could have done w/o the sauce and the brown rice. The latter was dry AF. Lastly, the pear salad had crunchy fresh pears, and the pumpkin salad had big chunks of tasty pumpkin. BTW, you have to pay AUS $1 for sauces. We opted for tartar and peri peri, that were both good. The guy who took care of us was super nice and friendly. Its a food hall, indoor and outdoor seating is available. I would definitely return to Costi's to support a local small biz. The food is very good, reasonably priced and the service is friendly.

For fast food fish & chips, it wasn't bad. It's not a place to make a point of going to, but if…read moreyou want battered fish & chips in this area, it's fine.

Outstanding experience; excellent wine suggestions Reservations a must…read more Small but accomodating dining space , service was attentive with helpful suggestions exploring local seafood items. All dishes were beautifully executed and presented.

Very quaint, neighborhood ( lots of locals) restaurant in The Rocks area of Sydney…read more Food was high quality, well prepared, and not bad in price. Maybe they could have used another server to help out. No one checked on our meals or refilled water until we were done. Decided not to try dessert as we felt it might be a long wait. Main course took a while to come out but was worth the wait. Very kind of them to split dishes for us.

This has to be a must see as a visitor to Sydney. Dan, our guide, was knowledgeable, passionate…read moreabout fish and approachable. He is a credit to the market and leaves a lasting impression upon guests. Great value and a memorable insider access all areas tour. We went on 24/04. Wrap up well and prepare to be informed and entertained.

The Sydney Fish market has recently been rebuilt and has great views. It is a combination of food…read morecourt and restaurants. I'm glad I had lunch beforehand because I thought it was a bit overpriced and more of a tourist destination. Not a typical fish market as everything is spotless. The fishing boats are below so I'm guessing they process the fish on the ground floor. Lobster was over 100 AUD per kg. Many food options as well as fishmonger's. There were also sushi vendors. plenty of stadium style benches so you could always bring your own lunch and buy other accoutrements from the multiple vendors. It is also one of the terminus for the Glebe shore trail.

I would refer to this as a local "hole in the wall" with the upmost admiration. This is not a sad…read moretourist spot with bland fare. Awesome fresh seafood cooked to order and service with the biggest smile from everyone. We were walking around the north side of the Harbour Bridge and saw a group of older school boys line-up for lunch. Always an indicator of quality eats. We were not disappointed with the salt and pepper squid and scallops.

This place has been a staple since my childhood. It's a local seafood market that no only serves…read morefresh seafood, but also has some of the best fish and chips that I've had. An order of fish and chips will be wrapped in butcher paper and newspaper. Be sure to open the paper at the end by tearing open a hole to let the steam come out. Then add some vinegar for extra flavor. Take a stroll down Broughton street and eat it at Bradley Park under the Sydney Harbour Bridge and overlooking the bay.

Any seafood fan must come to love.fish! Since we're from Seattle, this restaurant is right up our…read morealley, featuring raw plates and seafood entrées along with various shareables and sides. We came on a Sunday at 1:00P and only had to wait 10 minutes to be seated. Most tables are on the covered outdoor patio with just a few others inside the open air setting. We started off with a raw plate to share, followed by individual entrées. + SALMON CEVICHE (A$28): Thin slices of salmon in a bright zesty citrus soy dressing, with dollops of avocado cream and lime aioli. The salmon was so smooth, buttery and super fresh. I rarely eat ceviche since I usually don't care for citrus flavors, but I enjoyed this since the salmon remained the star of the plate. + DAINTREE BARRAMUNDI FILLET GRILLED (A$38): A perfectly sized fillet was delicate, moist and didn't have any bones! The skin was grilled and crisp like a chip. Normally, I'm not a fan of skin on fish, but this was impeccable. A few cauliflower florets in a flavorful chermoula added a bold punch. I also loved the salted barra croquette, a fritter of potato and barramundi, which was fried to a golden brown and light inside. All of this was on top of a fresh mint yogurt which rounded out this very cohesive dish. Others in my group enjoyed the swordfish fillet and the fish of the day, which was a mahi mahi. Our waitress enticed us with two desserts which all of us shared as a sweet ending. + DARK CHOCOLATE PARFAIT (A$18): A rich chocolate pudding layered with Queen Garnet plums and topped with large chocolate shavings. The pudding was creamy and rich while the ripe plums added sweetness with a hint of tartness. + TOASTED COCONUT & MANGO CRUMBLE (A$16): A delightful refreshing coconut sorbet came with juicy cubes of fresh mango on top. Some granola crumbles provided crunch and substance to an otherwise light dessert. I never would have guessed this is both gluten-free and dairy-free. Our server was excellent and took wonderful care of us by checking back and keeping our waters full. We appreciated her recommendations as well. On top of the great service and delicious food, every dish had a lovely presentation and the pricing was reasonable for the quality of each plate.

Absolutely delicious! Our last night in Sydney and wanted some fresh barramundi. The dish did not…read moredisappoint and one of the best meals I have had in Sydney. You sit right on the Barangaroo Harbour area and it had an epic view. The service was fabulous making for a special dinner. One not to be missed!

I saw Sydney Souvenirs on IG, and said we should check it out. I also saw Seeshots (Chester See)…read moreon IG, and this Chinese/Malaysia guy, who lives in Australia recommended the food court. Positives: Truly international clientele. I heard Canto, Korean, Mandarin, Portuguese, Spanish, Tagalog and Vietnamese amongst other languages; Food court had Aussie food, as well as Chinese, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Malaysian, Mexican and Vietnamese food to name a few; Negatives: Hot AF in the flea market section. No A/C but big fans were not enuf; Sensory overload, and it was not busy in the early evening; Hard to tell if you are getting a good deal for a "I Heart Sydney" t-shirt; Restrooms are far away; Despite the negatives, I would return here for the food and drink. In addition, as we were leaving a trio of Filipino performers were singing and playing easily recognizable music.

Inside there's some nice food court and tea room. Also Vanders store-stalls sells all kinds of…read moresouvenir and some knock off American clothing brand.

This is one of a number of stalls underneath the Circular Quay railway station and as you can guess…read moreit is pretty much a takeway shop. One afternoon, when I was looking for a place to have some lunch I decided to grab a bite from this place, especially since it looked pretty inexpensive. The problem was not so much with the stop itself but the lack of seating where I could actually sit down as eat my lunch (though I would have discovered some if I have looked a little harder). Anyway the chips were really nice, and the fish pretty tasty, even though I'm not a big fan of seafood. It's also a pretty convenient place to grab a bite to eat and I'd have no problems coming back here again for a meal.

Their fish and chips are well done, not too thick or oily. They also have a variety of salad…read moreselection and are generous with the amount of seafood they put in there too. Just be warned that the portions are huge--I couldn't finish it even though I was starving when I started eating. The next time I go there I'd try to see If I can order the fish without the chips since that'd be filling enough for me.