Sydney’s Best Set Menu Lunch Spots

Sydney is a paradise of delicious food, spectacular waterfront venues and pleasant weather- and its charm never fails to draw us in! With all the cosy winter vibes in the air and the warmer trails of spring slowly inching its way towards us, we’re trying to make the most of time spent outside. At mid-day, people are always on the lookout for climate-controlled, cosy restaurants to escape the cold and enjoy a warm and delicious meal. And we’ve got you covered (quite literally) with Sydney’s best lunch spots! What’s even better is that all these options have a prix fixe lunch menu which leaves you no room for pre-dining confusion.

Lunch is served! Here’s a few options for you to enjoy a long lunch in air-conditioned comfort with a fixed menu while in Sydney-

Lunch cruises along Sydney Harbour

Several cruise companies around Sydney have lunch cruises to allow their customers to experience the best of midday dining and sightseeing, all at once. With a wide range of options, it’s easy to get overwhelmed! A company that boasts great reviews and is highly recommended is the Australian Cruise Group and they run several luxury cruises in Sydney. Pick a Sydney Harbour lunch cruise to suit your style and budget and there you have it- one of the best long lunch experiences in the city!

Out of all their lunch cruises in Sydney, a crowd-favourite Showboat 3-hour lunch cruise onboard Sydney Showboats is easy on the wallet and a family friendly option! Enjoy spectacular Sydney Harbour views from the spacious wrap-around verandah and dig into a delicious multi-cuisine buffet. It’s the perfect choice for a day out with the entire family!

In the coming days, Sydney Harbour will relaunch some of the best Sydney Harbour lunch cruises featuring the best cruise dining packages. Treat yourself to ultimate luxury on this 3-hour Showboat lunch cruise- roving harbour views, 3-course menu and delicious beverages! If you intend on splurging, this is definitely your best bet.

If you’re looking for a unique and adventurous lunch cruise experience, you also have options such as the tall ship lunch cruise which promises an unforgettable day out away from the buzzing city! Enjoy the roving harbour views from an authentic tall ship and dig into a delicious lunch—you could also go for a mast climb to get that adrenaline pumping! The most famous catamaran cruise on Sydney Harbour is another budget-friendly you should look out for. This family-friendly cruise offers the best sightseeing experience as it has three expansive outer decks that are perfect for getting the most mesmerising harbour views ever! The Clearview Cruises is another option on Sydney Harbour. This premium glass boat has a stylish nautical design with 360° glass windows and luxe interior decor.

Choose any of the above lunch cruise options in Sydney and be guaranteed a power-packed and unforgettable day out in the city. Get your tickets today!

Quay, The Rocks

If location and lunchtime views are important to you, Quay is simply the best dining spot in the whole city. Choose from the various fixed menu options- there’s sure to be one to match your tastes perfectly. If you’re feeling particularly fancy and experimental, the 7-course tasting menu is simply divine!

Bennelong Restaurant

If dining in the iconic Sydney Opera House isn’t enough of a thrill by itself, the House Lunch is a specially curated lunch menu available on select days of the week.

Vacanza

An Italian restaurant that sticks to the philosophy of less is more when it comes to pizza toppings. The set menu and the delicious lunch options in Vacanza draw you in and leave your hearts and stomachs full of cheesy Italian love!

So, what’s your pick?