Sydney's best outdoor restaurants

Sydney has arguably the best outdoor restaurants in the world at which to enjoy long, lazy lunches. Fact. Whether you want to eat on the harbour, on the beach, on the river or on the company AmEx, you'll find the perfect table amongst these picks

First published on 5 Feb 2009. Updated on 24 Sep 2011.

Newport Arms

The spectacular view of gently bobbing yachts prove the perfect accompaniment to a beer and a meal from the bistro. Cnr Beaconsfield & Kalinya St, Newport, 2106

Andrew (Boy) Charlton Poolside Cafe

There's something immensely satisfying about eating a toasted cheese sandwich while you watch people powering up and down the pool. 1C Mrs Macquaries Rd, Sydney, 2000

Le Kiosk

Saunter along the shoreline from Manly to Shelly Beach, one of Sydney's safest and prettiest coves, and you'll come to Le Kiosk, a sweet, heritage-listed sandstone cottage with stunning views. 1 Marine Parade, Shelly Beach, Manly, 2095

Café Sydney

Stunning by day or night, it's one of the best views in town and all the better for being in the open air. 31 Alfred Street, Sydney, 2000

Café Sopra

This private, sun-dappled courtyard jutting off the side of the main part of one of Sydney's best cafés has to be hired in advance but it's well worth it. Upstairs, Fratelli Fresh, 7 Danks St, Waterloo, 2017

North Bondi Italian Food

Work your way through a plate of salumi as you mix'n'match with a primitivo from Puhlia or a chilled red from hip Tuscan producers Petra Zingari. The beach never tasted this good. 120 Ramsgate Ave, North Bondi, 2026

Coast

The deck is protected from the elements while remaining completely open, making it the perfect dining spot, looking right over Darling Harbour. The Roof Terrace, Cockle Bay, 201 Sussex St, Darling Harbour, 2000

Uccello

Not only is the pasta absolutely out of this world, if you book an outdoor table you'll be right next to the action. Gals in bikinis swanning about taking drinks orders, good looking people frolicking in the pool, and a hot guy with a six pack as the lifeguard. 320 George St, Sydney, 2000

Peats Bite

There can be few more soul-enriching experiences than breaking city limits for a long, lazy lunch at Peats Bite on the Hawkesbury. The menu changes seasonally but the winning formula remains the same. Sunny Corner, Hawkesbury River, 2083

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By Time Out Sydney editors