Manoosh Pizzeria, Waterloo

Baklava - delicious

Hello Sydney! As restrictions are being lifted, I'm still proceeding with caution so I decide for a small drive and some take away from Manoosh Pizzeria in Waterloo. I've been craving some delicious Lebanese pizza.

Soi 25 Thai Restaurant and Bar, Darlinghurst

Mr Weekend Food Escapes are big fans of Thai food. After reading about new restaurant Sol 25 Thai Restaurant and Bar from one of my fellow foodie friends and their upmarket quality, I was looking forward to a slice of the good life.

Arthur's Pizza, Maroubra

Maroubra is a gorgeous suburb right by the beach. When you're hungry, why not go for some Italian? I check out Arthur's Pizza with carbs on my mind.

Mamma Teresa, Kingsford

Matt and I head to Mamma Teresa in Kingsford for Friday night date night. It's been sometime since I've been in Kingsford and I notice all the Asian eateries. Mamma Teresa is one of the few non-Asian restaurants in the area which is a point of differentiation. 

Sake, Double Bay

My work was very generous and gifted a series of good food vouchers so I decided to use my voucher at Sake in Double Bay which is part of the rock pool dining group.

North Bondi RSL, North Bondi

North Bondi RSL is well positioned with gorgeous beach and ocean views. MW and I head there just on the border of breakfast and lunch on a Sunday afternoon. North Bondi has a breakfast menu served until 12pm and then the lunch menu is available from 12pm onwards.

Bake Bar, Double Bay

I venture out on a Saturday arvo to try Bake Bar’s cafe at Double Bay. I can't tell who's more hungry, me or my other half (DT)?

Gazebo, Elizabeth's Bay

On a whim, I ask my pal Mel to join for an indulgent dinner after coming across a 'special' that Gazebo were running which was the truffle and cheese degustation with matching wines last month.

Duck Duck Goose, Randwick

Duck Duck Goose has a reputation for being child friendly with kids menu, a play area and changing table for the babies/kiddies and having good food and coffee for the adults. 

I think I've found a new favourite when it comes to chicken burgers. The special (above photo) Southern Fried Chicken burger was AMAZEBALLs.

Driftwood on the Bay, La Perouse

Driftwood on the Bay is a casual cafe located in La Perouse. I stop by for some lunch and check it out.

Bare Grill, La Perouse

Bare Grill is famous for their burgers, particularly popular with the "fatties burger" appreciation society on facebook. However there's more to this little eatery then meets the eye. I check it out on a sleepy Sunday. Yes, that's a gay time freak shake below. Oh yeaah.

Site Pizza, Little Bay

When you hear Site Pizza, you would assume this eatery specialises pizza but I uncover a few other hidden gems on this menu. 3kg of Nutella anyone with a few glasses of wine?

Soul Burger, Randwick

Vegans rejoice! Soul Burger has the best range of Vegan burgers I've ever seen. Also for the month of April - you can order the amazing monster burger "The plant based disgrace". This baby will set you back $35 if you can handle it!

Inferno Grill and Cafe, Maroubra

Sydney is going CRAZY for the monster burgers at Inferno Grill and Cafe. They also do a mean thick shake. You'll need one to cut through this bad boy burger called "the Fatties Burger".

Zebra Green Cafe, Bondi Junction

WHO loves a bit of smoked salmon for brunch? Zebra Green Cafe is the kid new on the block in Bondi Junction and is a nice escape from the chaotic and busy area. 

Wang Wang Shanghai Silver Star, Kingsford

A local told me this is the most for value and delicious Chinese Eatery in Kingsford. Check out my trip to Wang Wang Shanghai

Osaka Bar, Potts Point

Plump Takoyaki awaits at Osaka Bar in Potts Point

Pu'er, Waterloo - CLOSED

The face of customer service @ Pu'er in Waterloo

Niji Sushi Bar, Kingsford

Niji Sushi Bar is a nice venue for a casual lunch. Based on the main street of Anzac Parade, Niji Sushi Bar has a lot of competition from other Asian eateries.  There is a large Sushi Train that runs through the restaurant. The sushi plates range from $3 to $6 which is a reasonable range and the produce is fresh.

A deluxe plate ($6, above) is the seared salmon and scallop roll. It's fresh, delicious and was enjoyed in two very quick bitefuls. The $5 purple plate of tempura prawn roll (below) has a nice crunch with crumbed prawn and cucumber.

Regular sushi train favourites such as the salmon avocado ($5, above) and the unagi ($5, eel below) met my expectations. Fresh, well put together and delicious! A new and more emerging dish seems to be the Duck Nigiri (below at $4,5) which was enjoyed.

All the other dishes I tried were nice, from grilled salmon to the fried chicken. Sushi train is a great experience but can add up quickly! Niji Sushi has good variety and earns its $72% like rate

 I would also strongly suggest you try the dessert platter. For $20, you can enjoy chocolate fondant, creme brulee, ice cream and pudding! All prepared very well and brought a nice spice of variety into the realm of dessert.

Prices: $20-30 per head

Location: 333 Anzac Parade, Kingsford

Summary: Lisa's Rating: 

Food: 7/10 for casual dining 

Customer Service: 7/10

Atmosphere: 7/10

Value: 7/10

Delicious Chinese Cuisine, Kingsford

There seems to be a tonne of Chinese eateries in Kingsford. A friend of mine suggested the Delicious Chinese Cuisine because its cheap, cheerful and kinda greasy.  It's 92% like rate is too generous. Sometimes you just want a bit of greasy Chinese but I think there would be better competition. Most dishes are about $10-$14ish so they are very reasonably priced though.

I shared the stir fried chicken (above) which had large chunks of onion and capsicum. It was average to be honest but I was hungry and not too fussed at the time. The green vegetables (below) with a generous portion of bean sprouts were also very chunky in parts.

I was craving the chow kueh teow (below) and thought of the delicious version at Sedap but was disappointed with the barely sauced rice noodles. Again, I guess it didn't matter when I was super hungry. The peppered beef (below) was nice and tender but glazed in a thick syrupy texture.

It was still devoured. Overall, a reasonably priced meal but average quality in food and atmosphere.

Prices: $10-15 per person

Location: 291 Anzac Parade, Kingsford