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We decided to have dinner at Opera Bar because they're open late. Given that it is located in a tourist area, it wasn't surprising that it was busy on a Monday night. They don't take reservations, however they have plenty of seating so we didn't have to wait. Seating is all outdoors and most of the tables are covered. We visited back in the fall so the weather was very pleasant. They typically have live music daily. I don't know the name of the band that was playing, but they were good. All tables have a QR code that you scan to order food. We had difficulty scanning the code so we moved to a nearby table. It didn't take long for our food to come once we ordered. I had a Rosé Spritz which was good and refreshing. My friend and I shared an order of Chicken Salt Chips. We could not taste any seasoning on the chips and wondered if they gave us regular chips by mistake. I also ordered the Beef Burger which was tasty. The views of the Harbour and Harbour Bridge were stunning, especially at night! The views alone were worth the visit!
Nice open air cafe with lovely views. Located on the water between the harbor bridge and opera house, it's a perfect location to soak in the sites and enjoy the people watching. We ordered at the bar and brought our drinks to the edge of the water. The seating area is huge with lots of tables and bench-like seating along the water. I loved the puppy dog whose job was to chase the seagulls away. It was a border collie and he took his work very seriously. Loved this place as somewhere to rest our feet and get a refreshing drink.
I'm sure for the locals this location is a bit touristy, but having dinner outside at sunset was really a magical experience for our group. We ate here because it was included in our Opera House Tour ticket, and honestly it was worth it, 100%. The ticket came out to $32 (US) per person (which was probably a little steep for the kids but they did enjoy the tour a great deal) for the tour and meal. The adult entrees were generous portions and came with a choice of one of three beers or a wine selection. We went with the Opera House Lager because when in Rome, . We also paid for two additional drinks, another beer and an apple old fashioned. Both were good ways to end our meal. I don't think this would be an every day or even a multiple night stop for us, but paired with the tour it was a really lovely way to end our holiday.
This place is known for its location and the view, maybe not the food. We arrived on a busy Sunday night. We had to show our ID to get in, but once in, you can find any open table and use the table QR code to order food and drinks. We tried the baba ghanoush and the cheese platter. The vegetable crisps for the baba ghanoush seemed a bit stale. Cheeses weren't very special. Food took awhile to be served. It's a big place, with lots of people, so the kitchen was probably quie overloaded. But people are here for the vibe and the views, which is great
The Opera Bar offers a phenomenal location and amazing views of the Sydney harbor, paired with below average and lackluster food. So I'll give them 5-stars for the location, yet 2-stars at best for the food, averaging out to 3-stars overall. The location is truly amazing, right below the iconic opera house and offering stunning views of the harbor. And for dinner, the ambiance is highly enjoyable, considering the live music and vibey atmosphere. Yet the food misses the mark entirely. Their fish and chips looks great but was a bit soggy and lacked flavor. The grilled swordfish also lacked flavor and came in a miniscule portion. The service is perfunctory and unenthusiastic.
Can't find a better spot for a bite and a view! You can go up to the bar and place your order. Then pick one of the amazing seats outside to enjoy your food and a gorgeous view on the Opera House. The friendly staff brought out my fish and chips. Loved the tartar sauce-- so much flavor and not a prepackaged option. The chips were cooked perfectly and fish was fresh. I'll be back!
Great place for indoor or outdoor seating near the opera house, by quay and for the view of the bridge for people watching. I appreciated the convenience of the QR scanner to order strait to your table. It made dinner experience really efficient to order and check out. Food came out quick and so did drinks. I would recommend the tostada. They were such a nice treat being by the water. I liked how the crab and avocado dip was served inside a actual crab, nice touch towards freshness!
Located right next to the famous Sydney opera house and right along the harbor. This little spot offers a tremendous view, but at the price of a chaotic scene This place does not accept reservations and does not assign seating so it is a complete free for all when it comes to finding a table. I went on a Wednesday in the summer and it was absolutely packed. Each table was completely filled and each aisle way was filled with people trying to find a seat. It is a very loud setting so definitely don't expect a quiet dinner. You order food at the bar and it gets delivered to you. The food and drinks are just okay. I went with a tropical cocktail which was not too sweet and hit the spot. For food, we went with the yellow fin, sashimi, and the peach and tomato salad. The fish were both tasty and the sashimi was fresh. I would pass on the tomato and peach salad. It was too bland for my tastes. If you can get past the difficulty of finding a table, opera bar is a great, jovial place to spend time with a group.
If you're going to eat here, you're really here because of the location, the view, and the convenience. The food wasn't bad, but nothing really stood out either... Except for the sweet potato fries. They are so so good! Sweet, thick, crispy, and smokey, and a huge portion, too! If I lived in Sydney I would come back often just to get these. Ordering is easy through a QR code and there were plenty of seats and tables to enjoy the views.
Let's start with the view. I mean, you are at the Sydney opera house, looking at the Harbour Bridge. Plenty of (outside) seating. The service is friendly and quick. We took a walk around the Opera House then stopped for a drink and a bite to eat. I had a glass of rosé, hubby had a beer and we shared the cold seafood platter. Sydney has THE BEST prawns! Annd no prawn is complete without seafood sauce. Also on the platter was some delicious, salmon sashimi. I love oysters and Sydney rock oysters are my favorite in the world, they were also on this platter. Another variety of sashimi (I forgot which type) and some crab legs. The crabs were a lot of work but worth it. This was the perfect place for an afternoon drink and scenic snack.
2 months ago
A wonderful stop when at the Sydney Opera House! They have a decent selection of apps and entrees but their drink menu is amazing! Many options of drinks, either of wine, spirits, beers, and even many mocktails. Something for everyone! Great pit stop for a refreshing drink after touring the opera house and/or shopping nearby. The vermicelli noodle salad was delicious!! I was craving vermicelli for days and was so happy to find it on their menu and that it was refreshing and well done. read more
It was a Beautiful night... & a beautiful area to sit outside and enjoy chips and a cold Australian beer... You order from a QR code at each table... plenty of waitresses to bring your order out... Parking is happening here, we took a uber... read more
Opera Bar is (as you might expect) located near the Sydney Opera House. Down a few steps and you see Opera Bar with an abundance of chairs, tables, and umbrellas overlooking the Harbour! On the bright sunny afternoon we visited, those umbrellas were very much appreciated. Grab a seat and order from your table (using the QR code) or walk inside and order from one of the many bartenders ready to help you. We opted to go inside and order... and in a short time, they brought my cocktail right out to the table we sat at! I didn't order any food, but did thoroughly enjoy my whiskey sour - would definitely order it again! Opera Bar is a must-try when visiting the Harbour area - great experience! ****FIVE STARS***** read more
7 months ago
We decided to have dinner at Opera Bar because they're open late. Given that it is located in a tourist area, it wasn't surprising that it was busy on a Monday night. They don't take reservations, however they have plenty of seating so we didn't have to wait. Seating is all outdoors and most of the tables are covered. We visited back in the fall so the weather was very pleasant. They typically have live music daily. I don't know the name of the band that was playing, but they were good. All tables have a QR code that you scan to order food. We had difficulty scanning the code so we moved to a nearby table. It didn't take long for our food to come once we ordered. I had a Rosé Spritz which was good and refreshing. My friend and I shared an order of Chicken Salt Chips. We could not taste any seasoning on the chips and wondered if they gave us regular chips by mistake. I also ordered the Beef Burger which was tasty. The views of the Harbour and Harbour Bridge were stunning, especially at night! The views alone were worth the visit! read more
Nice open air cafe with lovely views. Located on the water between the harbor bridge and opera house, it's a perfect location to soak in the sites and enjoy the people watching. We ordered at the bar and brought our drinks to the edge of the water. The seating area is huge with lots of tables and bench-like seating along the water. I loved the puppy dog whose job was to chase the seagulls away. It was a border collie and he took his work very seriously. Loved this place as somewhere to rest our feet and get a refreshing drink. read more
I'm sure for the locals this location is a bit touristy, but having dinner outside at sunset was really a magical experience for our group. We ate here because it was included in our Opera House Tour ticket, and honestly it was worth it, 100%. The ticket came out to $32 (US) per person (which was probably a little steep for the kids but they did enjoy the tour a great deal) for the tour and meal. The adult entrees were generous portions and came with a choice of one of three beers or a wine selection. We went with the Opera House Lager because when in Rome, . We also paid for two additional drinks, another beer and an apple old fashioned. Both were good ways to end our meal. I don't think this would be an every day or even a multiple night stop for us, but paired with the tour it was a really lovely way to end our holiday. read more
This place is known for its location and the view, maybe not the food. We arrived on a busy Sunday night. We had to show our ID to get in, but once in, you can find any open table and use the table QR code to order food and drinks. We tried the baba ghanoush and the cheese platter. The vegetable crisps for the baba ghanoush seemed a bit stale. Cheeses weren't very special. Food took awhile to be served. It's a big place, with lots of people, so the kitchen was probably quie overloaded. But people are here for the vibe and the views, which is great read more
4 months ago
The Opera Bar offers a phenomenal location and amazing views of the Sydney harbor, paired with below average and lackluster food. So I'll give them 5-stars for the location, yet 2-stars at best for the food, averaging out to 3-stars overall. The location is truly amazing, right below the iconic opera house and offering stunning views of the harbor. And for dinner, the ambiance is highly enjoyable, considering the live music and vibey atmosphere. Yet the food misses the mark entirely. Their fish and chips looks great but was a bit soggy and lacked flavor. The grilled swordfish also lacked flavor and came in a miniscule portion. The service is perfunctory and unenthusiastic. read more
Can't find a better spot for a bite and a view! You can go up to the bar and place your order. Then pick one of the amazing seats outside to enjoy your food and a gorgeous view on the Opera House. The friendly staff brought out my fish and chips. Loved the tartar sauce-- so much flavor and not a prepackaged option. The chips were cooked perfectly and fish was fresh. I'll be back! read more
Great place for indoor or outdoor seating near the opera house, by quay and for the view of the bridge for people watching. I appreciated the convenience of the QR scanner to order strait to your table. It made dinner experience really efficient to order and check out. Food came out quick and so did drinks. I would recommend the tostada. They were such a nice treat being by the water. I liked how the crab and avocado dip was served inside a actual crab, nice touch towards freshness! read more
Located right next to the famous Sydney opera house and right along the harbor. This little spot offers a tremendous view, but at the price of a chaotic scene This place does not accept reservations and does not assign seating so it is a complete free for all when it comes to finding a table. I went on a Wednesday in the summer and it was absolutely packed. Each table was completely filled and each aisle way was filled with people trying to find a seat. It is a very loud setting so definitely don't expect a quiet dinner. You order food at the bar and it gets delivered to you. The food and drinks are just okay. I went with a tropical cocktail which was not too sweet and hit the spot. For food, we went with the yellow fin, sashimi, and the peach and tomato salad. The fish were both tasty and the sashimi was fresh. I would pass on the tomato and peach salad. It was too bland for my tastes. If you can get past the difficulty of finding a table, opera bar is a great, jovial place to spend time with a group. read more
If you're going to eat here, you're really here because of the location, the view, and the convenience. The food wasn't bad, but nothing really stood out either... Except for the sweet potato fries. They are so so good! Sweet, thick, crispy, and smokey, and a huge portion, too! If I lived in Sydney I would come back often just to get these. Ordering is easy through a QR code and there were plenty of seats and tables to enjoy the views. read more
3 years ago
Let's start with the view. I mean, you are at the Sydney opera house, looking at the Harbour Bridge. Plenty of (outside) seating. The service is friendly and quick. We took a walk around the Opera House then stopped for a drink and a bite to eat. I had a glass of rosé, hubby had a beer and we shared the cold seafood platter. Sydney has THE BEST prawns! Annd no prawn is complete without seafood sauce. Also on the platter was some delicious, salmon sashimi. I love oysters and Sydney rock oysters are my favorite in the world, they were also on this platter. Another variety of sashimi (I forgot which type) and some crab legs. The crabs were a lot of work but worth it. This was the perfect place for an afternoon drink and scenic snack. read more
1 year ago
Ambience cannot be topped when the weather is great. Clean modern with good food. Not a great value for money to be honest, but a must see for any tourist. They are also pretty quick considering how many people they are serving. read more
Sit on your own. Scan the QR code to order. Tip will be added based on your choice of percentage. Located at the bottom of the Opera House. At night, there's music and heater used. Food is fantastic. Service is great! Beautiful view! 7-25-2023 read more
2 years ago
Beautiful location! I am an American visiting Sydney and this was the most beautiful bar and location ever. It's very busy so you either have to get there early or be prepared to make several laps to be able to get a table with the best view. We had perfect weather and perfect views. The food was pretty good as well. You order via the app and it is brought to you fairly quickly. read more
Me and two of my work mates went gallivanting around Downtown Sydney. It's a beautiful Summer morning and we're out and about. We could have stayed indoors, like in a generic mall food court. But why waste a gorgeous day? Somehow we gravitated towards Sydney Harbour and ended up right at the world famous Opera House. How could we resist not having lunch near the water front with a stunning view of the Sydney Harbour Bridge. Plenty of open air seating, umbrellas on every table, with cooling mist spraying intermittently. We first needed to check-in using the Covid Service NSW app and show proof you're checked in with the host. One of my friends app wasn't working properly, so either of us had to add him as a dependent, technology with first world problems hehe. They had many tables to choose from as it's a FCFS basis. QR codes are located in the middle of the table to view the menu. This is where it becomes a non-personal type of customer service. I get it we've been living in a Covid World Epidemic, but to order both your food and beverage and to make payments from your cellphone is pretty tacky. You don't get the experience of a warm Aussie welcome, a run down of the menu, and a Q&A portion should we want to know special items. To top it off, you're asked to tip upon payment, when you haven't even tasted your F&B! Once we've made our picks, you're then interacted with a staff member dropping off drinks, dinner roll-ups, but I must say that the food was delivered quite fast. Each staff asks if you received everything ordered, if extra napkins are needed, and if you need to-go containers for leftovers. It's a pretty generic restaurant type of food service. The outdoor view compensates for that, Also let the USD make up for the price you pay. Maybe I'd just come back only for drinks the next time I'm in town. read more
While the cost of a drink is astronomical, you are paying for the view of the Harbour Bridge, Circular Quay, and The Opera House. You will also be enjoying the atmosphere of one of Sydney's hot spots. Don't miss this great bar for the chance to really enjoy the local vibe. read more
3 years ago
This is a perfect place to come for a drink and live music. Our drinks were delicious but expensive. I also went here for a delicious ham and cheese croissant the next morning. The view alone is worth every penny. read more
1 year ago
Fun, great service, open to everyone. I didn't try the food, just drinks. It was a beautiful day and I was alone and really enjoyed the relaxing vibe. read more
2 years ago
Great atmosphere. The food was tasty and fresh. Service was on point. The view of the Harbor Bridge and Carnival Splendor makes it well worth it. I love that you can place your order from the table and pay. read more
4 years ago
Yes, yes, a million times yes! As a tourist of Sydney, I would say that the Opera Bar was one of the highlights of my trip. My girlfriends and I were looking to escape the Sydney rain while sightseeing and decided to pop-in to this biz to grab a quick bite and a few drinks before heading on the ferry. Little did we know that what was to be a quick snacking session turned into a couple hours spent admiring the sights of the Opera House and Harbour Bridge. I must've been too engulfed in the great conversations being had that I totally forgot to snap some pics, but believe me when I say that the views were immaculate (despite the rain). Now don't get me wrong, this is definitely your typical tourist trap bar, but I mean cmon... where else are you going to find unobstructed views of two of Sydney's most famous landmarks? We visited during their rosé festival so there were plenty of rosé inspired drinks to be had. From bubbly to cocktails, the bartenders here knew how to make a drink and make it a strong one. The service here was kind and friendly and relatively hands off. There were a few QR codes at the table that allowed you to order your drinks directly without having to interact with anyone. All in all, the only part of this experience that I wasn't too fond of were the birds... good lord, were they aggressive. If you've got some chips (fries), be careful because they will attack! At one point one of my girlfriends had to put up her umbrella as a shield from the birds! read more
After touring the Opera House I stopped here for a drink and a snack...ended up staying for awhile because of the spectacular views. Lot's of seating but it fills up fast, also note tables with umbrellas are reserved only...ask a server about seating there. But I preferred sitting in the warm sun (wear sunscreen) Order at the counter or a server, i did both. Nice beer selection, really enjoyed the Sydney Beer Co Lager $12, yes a bit expensive but it's drinks with a view. I had a cheese plate with 3 premium Australian Cheese's, crispy bread, grapes, nuts and jam spread. So good and well blend of flavors...$32. Another visit I had the fish n chips, 3 crispy breaded fish with lot's of fries for $30. Server brings metal cover to help guard from eager seagulls! Both locals and tourists come here, again it's amazing views of the Harbour! Great live music near the outside bar area. Really enjoyed hanging out, definitely recommend! read more
2 years ago
3 years ago
We came during the day as we wanted to check out the Opera House. Drinks with a view? Sure why not! Service was fast. Prices IMO was a bit high then again you pay to get a view or is it because it's a tourist spot? Probably both in this case. Pro tip:. Do you have food? Watch for the birds as they will try and snatch it. They have these metal mesh you can put over your food so the birds can't steel it. read more
7 years ago
I liked it enough to come on 3 separate days....not because it's the most fabulous bar ever...or a hidden gem ...or best drinks ever...or because it was cheap... i came here because it was so cool with an amazing view and all my peeps kept wanting to meet up here (we were a very large group ...nearly 100) ... the view is amazing the service is stellar the location is central the food is pretty good the drinks are above average price for the area...but you're paying for the location.. yup...we found other super cool spots for night time...but this was our day time hang read more
It was easy to find a table on a Monday evening. You can walk up and sit where you'd like, then order from a QR code at the table. There's plenty of seating and heat lamps to keep you warm. The view is great! Drinks and food came I'm out in a pretty quick fashion and everything we ordered was great! Highly recommend checking out this spot prior to watching a show, it was super convenient. read more
7 years ago
They have a lot of good food options here. I love that you can just scan a QR code to order your food. Unfortunately, when I went, my family wanted to sit inside, and there were several gnats/fruit flies that made the experience less than ideal. Next time I will definitely sit outside, where you get a beautiful view of the opera house, the harbor bridge, and the city skyline. The food and drink came fairly quickly and there was always staff around that you could ask for assistance if needed. I tried the fried chicken and sweet potato fries, and let me tell you, those sweet potato fries! Probably the best I've ever had especially paired with the chipotle aïoli. The Opera House has a parking garage that leads to this area which was very convenient although the parking garage is fairly pricey. read more
2 years ago
The Opera Bar has fancier selections than the Opera Kitchen. You still order at the counter but there is indoor seating. I was just looking for something light after a heavy lunch but ended up with a margherita pizza. It was tasty...but really different that the pizzas I get back in the US. But evidently it's what's normal for Sydney. Plus I had a yummy watermelon based cocktail, the Sunshine Spritz, very refreshing. Service was good; they do bring your food to you, but you're supposed to wait for you beverage unless told otherwise. Counter ordering is convenient for no check splitting. One weird thing... I only ate half my pizza but they don't have a license for carry out so either you smuggle your food out in napkins (not that you would ever do that) or let it go to waste. I don't really understand that. read more
7 years ago
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Lower Concourse Level
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Sydney New South Wales 2000
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