Aria Restaurant

Aria Restaurant Aria Restaurant is an award-winning, two-hatted restaurant situated on Macquarie Street that combines modern European cuisine with Australian flavors. With owners Matt Moran and Bruce Solomon at the helm, Aria delivers a refined dining experience that has been recognized with numerous local and international awards since its inception in 1999. Guests can expect delicate touches, time taken, passion shown, and sincerity of delivery in this breathtakingly elegant setting overlooking Sydney's glistening harbour. The perfect destination for fine dining enthusiasts seeking a sensory experience like no other.
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26/10/2026

Before the theatre, settle in for dinner overlooking Sydney Harbour, with the Opera House just beyond.

Celebrate overlooking Sydney Harbour. Private dining at Aria, with views across the Opera House and Harbour Bridge. Enqu...
25/10/2026

Celebrate overlooking Sydney Harbour.

Private dining at Aria, with views across the Opera House and Harbour Bridge. Enquire now.

22/10/2026

The Nitro Bloody Gin Fizz.
Bright, vibrant and made for a spring evening by the harbour.

18/10/2026

Behind the spring menu.
A look at the Aria team tasting, refining and finishing the season’s new dishes.

14/10/2026

Roast quail with sweetcorn, date and toasted grains.

Make Sunday lunch a little more special at Aria.Join us every Sunday until 29 November for our wagyu Beef Wellington, se...
13/10/2026

Make Sunday lunch a little more special at Aria.

Join us every Sunday until 29 November for our wagyu Beef Wellington, served with Kadwell mash and red velvet lettuce salad, with Sydney Harbour views.

Add the Beef Wellington to your two-course lunch for $135pp or three-course lunch for $190pp, plus $30pp for the Beef Wellington upgrade.

Reserve your table.

12/10/2026

Far North Queensland coral trout, crisp-skinned and finished with artichoke purée and coastal herbs.

Meet the Aria sommelier team: Kyle Reno Lenci, Chris Hoy, Jack Harris and Erednlyn Jarilla.The people behind the pairing...
09/10/2026

Meet the Aria sommelier team: Kyle Reno Lenci, Chris Hoy, Jack Harris and Erednlyn Jarilla.

The people behind the pairings, pours and bottles that shape every visit.

07/10/2026

A taste of spring at Aria. Vacherin layered with green gage plum mousse, finished with rockmelon and sudachi.

Melbourne Cup, with the harbour as your backdrop.Join us at Aria on Tuesday 3 November for a long lunch overlooking Sydn...
05/10/2026

Melbourne Cup, with the harbour as your backdrop.

Join us at Aria on Tuesday 3 November for a long lunch overlooking Sydney Harbour, with seasonal à la carte and tasting menus, an exceptional w**e list and the race unfolding beyond the windows.

From 12pm till 4pm. Reserve your spot.

An evening at Aria, with Sydney Harbour as the backdrop.
26/09/2026

An evening at Aria, with Sydney Harbour as the backdrop.

26/09/2026

Our Cheong-Fun Old Fashioned takes a familiar classic somewhere unexpected, with peanut butter and sesame wh***ey rounded out by soy caramel.

Best given a little time.

Dinner at Aria has a way of making an ordinary evening feel worth remembering.Take your seat by the harbour and stay a w...
24/09/2026

Dinner at Aria has a way of making an ordinary evening feel worth remembering.

Take your seat by the harbour and stay a while.

The Gibson starts somewhere familiar, then takes a turn.Gin and shiso shochu meet a whey-pickled onion, giving the class...
20/09/2026

The Gibson starts somewhere familiar, then takes a turn.

Gin and shiso shochu meet a whey-pickled onion, giving the classic a distinctly Aria point of view.

17/09/2026

Made by hand in the Aria kitchen, our linguine leans into the richness of duck egg and winter truffle.

Not every night at Aria needs a tasting menu.Take a seat at the bar for a cocktail and a few smaller plates, whether you...
17/09/2026

Not every night at Aria needs a tasting menu.

Take a seat at the bar for a cocktail and a few smaller plates, whether you’re on your way to the theatre or simply not ready for the night to end.

This dish starts with W.A. black marron, one of Australia’s remarkable freshwater crustaceans.From there, we keep things...
15/09/2026

This dish starts with W.A. black marron, one of Australia’s remarkable freshwater crustaceans.

From there, we keep things restrained and let the produce speak for itself.

Address

1 Macquarie Street
Sydney, NSW
2000

For those traveling by public transport, take the train to Circular Quay station and then walk up Macquarie Street until you reach the restaurant. Alternatively, you can take a bus that stops at Martin Place and then walk down towards Macquarie Street.

For those driving, there are numerous parking options available in the area including street parking, nearby car parks, and the Opera House car park. However, please note that parking can be limited and expensive in this central location.

Opening Hours

Monday 5:30pm - 9:30pm
Tuesday 5:30pm - 9:30pm
Wednesday 12pm - 1:30pm
5:30pm - 9:30pm
Thursday 12pm - 1:30pm
5:30pm - 9:30pm
Friday 12pm - 1:30pm
5:30pm - 9:30pm
Saturday 12pm - 1:30pm
5:30pm - 9:30pm

Telephone

+61292402255

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Australian restaurants are known for their passion for fine dining, delicate touches, and sincere delivery. Aria Restaurant, located on Macquarie Street in Sydney, is a perfect example of this. Owned by chef Matt Moran and Bruce Solomon, Aria has won numerous local and international awards for its modern European cuisine.

The restaurant's breathtakingly elegant room provides an intimate setting for diners to enjoy a signature dining experience like no other. The creativity of Executive Chef Joel Bickford is evident in every dish served at Aria. From the perfectly cooked meats to the beautifully presented desserts, each plate is a work of art.

Aria's commitment to using only the freshest and highest quality ingredients is evident in every bite. The menu changes regularly to reflect the seasons and ensure that diners are always treated to the best produce available.

Whether you're celebrating a special occasion or simply looking for an unforgettable dining experience, Aria Restaurant should be at the top of your list. With its award-winning cuisine, stunning location overlooking Sydney Harbour, and impeccable service, it's no wonder that Aria has become a timeless culinary masterpiece.