For the Foodies: Sydney Food News

Good Luck Restaurant Lounge: A New Concept from the Good People that brought us Totti’s 

Set to open later this month, the arrival of Good Luck Restaurant Lounge is the kind of exciting food news that we live for. Executive Chef of Totti’s Bondi, Mike Eggert, and Merivale CEO Justin Hemmes, have been working on the concept for almost three years. 

The basement of the historic Burns Philip & Co building on Bridge Street will be home to the new venture that aims to deliver on Avant Garde 1970s Tokyo vibes. Eggert’s final teaser for us? “Think Totti’s but then add soy, dashi, vinegar with fresh herbs, citrus and chilli”. 

Definitely one for the next group dinner out. 

Opening 24th April 2024

11 Bridge Street, Sydney 

North Sydney’s Newest Hospitality Precinct to Open this June 

People North of the Bridge, this is good news indeed. Etymon Projects, the wonderful people behind Poetica and LouLou, have something very special in the works – a whole new foodie precinct. The precinct, which will make its home in North Sydney, will include a bakery and cafe, Sol, as well as a wine bar and artisanal providore, Una, an LA-inspired all-day dining joint, Soluna, and Japanese eatery, Genzo. A little something for every time of day!

Opening mid-June 2024

168 Walker Street, North Sydney

If you loved this edit of Sydney food news and are looking for more openings around the city, be sure to check out our edit of the best new restaurants, cafes and bars in Sydney. 

Shell House Welcomes New Head Chef 

Sydney institution Shell House has just announced the appointment of Brad Guest (ex-Oncore by Clare Smyth, ex-Sixpenny and ex-Cafe Paci) as the new Head Chef of the Dining Room and Terrace. If you’ve been looking for an excuse to book a return to this beloved Sydney restaurant, this is it. 

Guest aims to continue developing Shell House’s impeccable reputation with an inaugural menu we’re smitten with. Think sourdough orecchiette with mushroom and almond, linguine with urchin, caviar and lemon and whole roasted flounder. Heaven! 

37 Margaret Street, Sydney 

Shell House (Image Credit: Jonny Valient) 

The Sydney food scene is THRIVING. 2023 was a bumper year for new openings with more than a handful becoming hatted in their first year and 2024 is looking just as good. With a swathe of talented chefs choosing to make their home in our harbour city and bringing us the best flavours from around the world and locally, it’s never been a better time to be a Sydney sider. If you’re keen to stay abreast of the must-know food news in Sydney, we’re here to help. 

Nobu Matsuhisa is Touching Down in Oz!

If you’re a Nobu fan you won’t want to miss this incredible piece of food news. World-renowned chef and the mastermind behind the swathe of popular restaurants, Nobu Matsuhisa, is on his way to Australia and yes, you’re invited to eat his food. 

Hosting a series of ticketed events, you can look forward to iconic dishes, cocktails and even score the chance to meet the chef himself. Head on over here for event details. 

From $120 per person 

Thursday 2nd May and Saturday 4th May 

Nobu, Crown Sydney