Sydney S 10 Best International Restaurants

Known for the sun-drenched Bondi Beach, bustling harbour and its iconic Opera House, Sydney, Australia is chockfull of reasons to visit. The popular metropolis is a thriving multinational hub of business and leisure and attracts over 7 million every year. What you might not realise is that Sydney is also Australia’s largest melting pot of cultures and ethnicities. So in between enjoying sights such as Darling Habour, Toronga Zoo, and the Queen Victoria building, self-proclaimed foodies can revel in Sydney's diverse culinary scene. Immigrants from across the globe have brought their distinct traditional dishes with them, much to the benefit of Sydney-siders and visitors alike. It’s not unusual for a Malaysian restaurant to share the block with a taco joint and pizza place. It’s this sort of gastronomic gathering that highlights the vibrant tapestry that is Sydney’s multicultural population. We have listed Sydney's 10 best international restaurants for when you want to try someone else’s ‘taste of home.’

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Photo Credit: Not Quite Nigella Address: 40 Merrylands Rd, Merrylands// Aarboll Cafe Website If you thought you couldn’t find Ethiopian food in Sydney, think again. Aaboll Cafe delivers a taste of Addis for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Try a combination of vegetarian dishes like their Miris Wot made with creamy lentils or Yekik Alicha made with curried yellow split peas, and their popular Doro Wat or Lamb Tibs. All dishes are served with rolls of traditional ‘injera,’ a sourdough risen gluten-free flatbread that’s perfect for soaking up every savoury morsel.

Photo Credit: B-Kyu.com Address: 464 Anzac Parade, Kingsford// Ayam Goreng 99 Website What you’ve never had Javanese fried chicken before? This no-frills restaurant and takeaway is a bit off the beaten track, but the inexpensive menu is loaded with authentic Indonesian dishes like tempe goreng, and kangkung and an extra spicy sambal (chili sauce) you can purchase to take home.

Photo Credit: Simon and Rachel Wordpress Address: 11 George St, North Strathfield// Bakehouse Garden Website Located in an old converted factory, Bakehouse Garden has been serving refined Korean specialties since 2006. While the restaurant’s rustic brick interior is pleasing, diners come to roll their own fresh rice paper rolls, stuffed with vegetables and meats of their choice, topped with Bakehouses’ special ‘wolnamssam’ sauce. Heartier dishes include charcoal grilled Korean BBQ and traditional favourites like bibimbap and bulgogi.

Photo Credit: Happy LingFish Address: F1A/401 Sussex St, Haymarket As in many other major cities across the world, Sydney is not immune to the ramen craze. While the city boasts a dozen excellent ramen houses, Ramen Ikkyu is definitely one of the best. While every ramen on the menu is made with a rich broth and delectable homemade noodles, we recommended slurpping up a steaming bowl of the Tonkostu ramen made with pork.

Photo credit: Bondi Beach Co. Address: 252 Campbell Parade Bondi// Beach Burrito Co. Website Just a stone’s throw away from famous Bondi Beach, this casual Mexican restaurant is perfect after a day of surfing. Beach Burrito rolls out some of Sydneys freshest and tastiest burritos and tacos plus so much more. Whether you choose a Baja Fish taco or an O.G. Chicken burrito, you can’t go wrong. And if you’re REALLY hungry, chow down un the belly-busting “Mucho” burrito. This mega-size burrito is stuffed with; beef, pork, chicken, chilli con carne, pickled onions and cabbage, guacamole, smoky salsa, lettuce and sour cream.

Address: 22 Civic Rd, Auburn Despite its lack of ambiance, locals know that this is the place to go if you’re craving Lebanese food. Jasmine 1 is known for its generous portions of succulent kebabs that it offers at a reasonable price. All the favourites are here, from mixed plates of chicken and shish kebabs to tender bites of kofta and lamb kefta. The selection of grilled meats are accompanied by soft Lebanese flatbread.

Photo Credit: Evelovelle Address: 15 Goulburn St, Sydney//Mamak Website This award-winning Malaysian resturant is known for its fusion of bold spices and traditional flavours. The menu highlights specialties that you’ll find in the food stalls of Kuala Lumpur. From its fluffy and buttery rotis to grilled satays and tangy curries, everything on the menu is fresh and delicious. In addition fantastic Indo-Malaysian food, the friendly staff make everyone feel completely at home here.

Photo Credit: I'm Still Hungry Address: 236A Illawarra Rd, Marrickville This over-the-counter nook serves Vietnamese bahn mi sandwiches that are wildly popular with locals. The massive sandwiches are loaded with juicy portions of meat and crunchy raw veggies. Once you take a bite of the BBQ pork roll you’ll be in bahn mi heaven.

Photo Credit: The Sydney Noob Address: 12/117 John St, Cabramatta Pho is a traditional Vietnamese beef and noodle soup that’s served in a rich bone broth and topped with fresh bean sprouts, cilantro and lime. Pho lovers and first timers will fall for the tasty varieties served here. Customers here claim Pho Tau Bay serves the best pho in Sydney, and perhaps even Australia. What’s more, these scrumptious bowls are offer great value for money.

Photo Credit: Daily Telegraph AU Address: Shop 20-24 Buchanan St Balmain// Rosso Pomodoro Website If you want bonafide Bologna-style pizza, run, not walk to Rosso Pomodoro. This beloved Italian eatery prides itself on serving the most authentic pizza in Sydney. Homemade dough is proved for 72 hours before its kneaded by hand and tossed on a blistering hot pizza stone until it puffs and crisps in the heat. And when it comes to toppings, if you can’t find it in Italy, you won’t find it here. These authentic pies come with toppings like tender slices of prosciutto, cherry tomatoes, ricotta, hot salami and anchovies.