Join a one-night-only Park Hyatt dinner celebrating the past and present.
Sitting across the water from the world-famous Sydney Opera House, Park Hyatt Sydney is so much a part of a walk around Darling Harbour that it’s almost an icon of itself. A stunning stay at any time, a special dinner event to mark Park Hyatt Sydney’s 35th birthday is about to sweeten the deal for epicureans.
On Saturday, 28 June 2025, a special five-course anniversary dinner will be held in The Dining Room to celebrate the hotel’s culinary legacy, thanks to a rare 10-hands collaboration.
The Dining Room by James Viles has been hatted for its innovative dishes.
Revellers can expect a seasonal five-course menu (a free-flowing wine menu) curated by not one, but five top chefs who have each shaped the hotel’s gastronomic identity, the past and present will join together for an outstanding result.
Those chefs include the creative force behind the restaurant’s current concept: James Viles, executive chef Tyson Gee and executive pastry chef Callum Liddicoat. They’ll be joined by two guest alumni: Anthony Mussara, who has since led acclaimed venues including Stokehouse Melbourne and held senior roles with the Van Haandel Group and Scott Pickett’s restaurant group, and Alessandro Pavoni, now the chef-owner of a’Mare, Ormeggio and more.
And to make the night a feel-good event, a percentage of proceeds will be donated to Heart Research Australia, a cause personally significant to Pavoni.
The Dining Room provides a stunning backdrop.
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How to book
Tickets are $435 per person and can be purchased via Humanitix, or by calling +61 2 9256 1661. Limited seats are available, so get in quickly.
Special stay packages
Admire the Sydney Opera House from the comfort of your suite.
Those wanting to turn dinner into an overnight event can book one of two new accommodation packages to accompany the celebration (and receive an exclusive anniversary book).
The 35th Birthday Package Stay includes a two-night stay, a table for two at the birthday dinner, a bottle of Taittinger Champagne and a welcome gift on arrival and more.
Or, opt for the Post-Birthday Getaway Package for an overnight stay, $250 food and beverage credit to use during the stay, bottle of Taittinger Champagne and a welcome gift on arrival and more.
A great night out doesn’t need a road trip, just the right bar. Swap the long drive for an evening at these standout Sydney venues.
If you’re thinking of a staycation or a long weekend (with foodie benefits), you can’t get much better than the bright lights and beautiful vistas of Sydney. From tucked-away bars to late-night hidden hangs, Australia’s (unofficial) favourite city is packed full of venues that make staying local feel like an adventure.
1. El Vista, Circular Quay
Enjoy tasty cocktails and gorgeous Sydney views. (Credit: Mario Francisco)
This welcoming bar by the Maybe Sammy team offers a fun buzz and jaw-dropping harbour views. Part of the Pullman Quay Grand Sydney Harbour, this lounge bar sits above Circular Quay with the harbour on one side and the Botanical Gardens on the other. You may start here for pre-dinner drinks, but you won’t want to leave before the early hours. If the 1960s Acapulco vibe isn’t enough, the views will be – the Sydney Harbour Bridge is so close it hardly fits in the window, while ferries glide by all night.
2. Bar Allora, CBD
Settle in for a taste of Italy.
Inspired by Milan in the 1980s, Bar Allora brings Italian style and culture to the CBD. Although it’s officially part of the Mantra 2 Bond Street hotel, it’s designed to look and feel like you’ve travelled to Italy for all-day dining. Think espresso in the morning, aperitivo in the afternoon and Negronis late into the night. Accompany your liquid diet with Italian-style small plates and pastas with a modern twist.
3. Percy, Pyrmont
Spanish-style tapas and wine is the name of the game. (Credit: Steven Woodburn)
Taking centre stage in the luxe foyer of the Woolstore 1888 Hotel in Pyrmont, Percy is a popular Spanish-style tapas and wine bar serving food that makes you want to linger. The restored 138-year-old wool store creates an atmospheric backdrop to your glass of merlot with exposed timber beams, brick and the echoes of Sydney’s past. With an air of Barcelona, expect low conversations, creative dining and the city moments away.
4. The Crudo Bar at Flaminia, CBD
Seafood lovers should head to The Crudo Bar. (Credit: Nikki To)
Grab a seat at the beautifully designed crudo bar, taking centre stage in Giovanni Pilu’s latest CBD restaurant, Flaminia. Enjoy a glass of chilled Vermentino from Sardinia or prosecco from the hills of Treviso, matched with freshly shucked oysters. Complement your seafood with a range of special dressings, influenced by iconic Italian port cities. It’s the perfect spot for a pre- or post- glass of wine before visiting the Sydney Opera House.
5. Mee So, Sydney Central
Enjoy Japanese-influenced food and drinks.
For something a little different, Mee So is a modern, neon-lit Japanese-influenced bar in the Ibis Sydney Central. Serving bold flavours and umami-heavy dishes alongside sake and yuzu-infused cocktails, this Tokyo-esque venue offers an escape from the busy streets outside. Order steaming ramen, a Japanese whisky, and make a corner of Mee So yours for the night.
6. Bar Morris, Haymarket
Settle into old-world European glamour.
Housed in a 1929 heritage-listed building, Bar Morris brings old-world European glamour to the Hotel Morris Sydney, part of Accor’s Handwritten Collection. More of a destination than a pitstop, this bar leans into its Art Deco past with velvet features, intimate lighting and bold brass finishes. Here you can order smaller plates like burrata, cured meats, and seasonal seafood to match your martini.
7. Pumphouse, Darling Harbour
Enjoy a tipple inside a building from the 1880s.
When you first walk into Pumphouse, you’ll quickly notice the high ceilings, exposed brick and industrial-style decor. Officially part of the busy Novotel Darling Square, this busy local hang doesn’t feel like it; it’s housed inside a former hydraulic pumping station from the 1880s – hence the name – and is a local institution. Grab a seat if you can and order off the classic modern Australian menu, before trying one of the many craft beers on tap to wash it down.
8. Wentworth Bar, CBD
Drink where the celebrities once did.
Designed for big groups and late-night cocktails, this open-air terrace bar is part of the Sydney Sofitel Wentworth – one of Sydney’s most iconic hotels. Once the watering hole of royals and celebrities, this mid-century building has recently been refurbished to be sleek, modern and inviting. The stunning rooftop bar attracts Sydneysiders who love to watch the sunset with a table full of Vietnamese and French-inspired dishes.
9. Monica Rooftop Bar, Paddington
See the city skyline, drink in hand.
Sitting pretty on top of a restored 110-year-old theatre, Monica is a Hollywood-style rooftop bar with views across Paddington and the city skyline. Part of the 25hrs The Olympia hotel, this isn’t a quick drink kind of place; it’s a ‘let’s stay all night’ kind of venue. Weekend DJs will take you from sunset to late-night conversations, while you graze on ceviche, grilled meats or sharing plates.
