Venues | Sydney Film Festival

Dive into a time-travelling odyssey of dishes from the Middle Eastern and North African coastline. Led by Executive Chef Paul Farag, AALIA’s culinary team showcases the diversity of the region,...

ABODE Bistro. Bar prides itself on cultivating an atmosphere that feels like stepping into the home of a close friend. Offering award-winning sharing dishes and an innovative drinks menu, Abode...

The Art Gallery of New South Wales acknowledges the traditional custodians of the country on which it is located, the Gadigal of the Eora nation, and recognises their continuing connection to land,...

Bar 83 soars high above the city CBD, 83 floors above street level, in the iconic Sydney Tower. A striking décor, with subtle hints of retro nostalgia and spectacular floor-to-ceiling windows,...

An intimate two-part laneway restaurant offering contemporary Australian cuisine. Whether it is a date for two or enjoying a cocktail in our laneway, we look forward to welcoming you and showcasing a...

Recently awarded two chef’s hats by the Good Food Guide, Capella Sydney’s signature restaurant Brasserie 1930 delivers an elevated dining experience in consultation with The Bentley Group. Featuring...

Brix offers a unique inner-city distillery experience. Treat yourself to a Brix rum tasting or a rum cocktail – from the Daiquiri to the Dark & Stormy. Soak in the atmosphere at the bar with an...

Crowned Best Australian Producer 10 years in a row, Château Tanunda is an icon of the Barossa. At Château Tanunda Sydney Cellar Door – in the heart of the Rocks – you’ll enjoy wine tastings, or wines...

Located in the heart of Newtown on cosmopolitan King Street, Dendy Newtown offers state-of-the-art cinemas in stylish comfort and surroundings. Dendy Cinemas is a great supporter of the local film...

The ESQ menu has been crafted with our take on the classics, drawing inspiration from the Prohibition era and utilising high-quality Australian produce. From small plates to happy hour and share...

Event Cinemas is in the heart of CBD, and is one of the most highly sought after cinema venues in Sydney. Host to some of the biggest film premieres of the year; this venue has seen its fair share of...

A small 60-seat spot with a great little front bar where you can eat, drink and chat to the team. The focus is on quality seasonal produce in the kitchen, and the 250+ wine list showcases handcrafted...

Operated by renowned Australian chef and restaurateur Luke Mangan, glass brasserie is an award-winning restaurant and wine bar showcasing a wine list with over 900 drops from around the globe. Dine...

Sydney Film Festival is thrilled to be back at Hayden Orpheum Cremorne . Lovingly restored and reopened in 1987, The Orpheum's interior replicates all the original art-deco fittings, colour schemes,...

The Korean Cultural Centre (KCC) is your hub for all things Korean located in the heart of Sydney. The KCC offers a wide variety of Korean cultural programs, such as the Korean Film Festival in...

Inspired by Japanese design and executed by artisans, Kuro is a bar and dining experience based on root-to-stem philosophy. Showcasing Japanese flavours and Australian produce, Kuro was recently...

Lotus The Galeries is a contemporary Asian restaurant located in the heart of the Sydney CBD, across the road from Queen Victoria Building. Enjoy a large selection of handmade dumplings, our...

Run and cooked by Mexicans on Gadigal land, MAIZ reflects a contemporary approach to traditional flavours, offering a wide variety of dishes with corn as their canvas. Having an in-house “No Taco...

A fun, innovative bar and restaurant from the team behind Bentley Restaurant + Bar. The menu boasts classics with a Monopole twist alongside wine-friendly snacks and larger dishes. Plus an...

Make a day ­– or night – of it in Newtown. Choose from the 12-tap bar pouring Mountain Goat favourites, or select from the carefully curated cocktail menu and wine list. The kitchen menu caters to...

Odd Culture is Newtown's watering hole for the weird and wonderful – and an exploration of fermentation. Experience all-day dining that’s European at its core with an Asian flare, as well as a...

Palace Central is proud to showcase the very best in new release films, international and local art-house cinema, exclusive event screenings, as well as our renowned film festivals. This impressive...

We are proud to offer an alternative to mainstream multiplex cinemas, by showcasing a mix of international and local art-house films, quality blockbusters, operas and special events, as well as our...

Sydney’s premium Champagne Parlour and Bar has arrived at the iconic QVB. Reign serves up over 150 champagnes and sparkling wines alongside an array of seasonally-driven share-plates. From lunch to...

The Balcony Bar, upstairs at the Ritz, serves a wide range of cool drinks and hot snacks that go together like Bogart and Bacall. The outdoor balcony is the perfect spot to unwind with a cocktail and...

Sydney Film Festival returns to Randwick’s iconic art deco Ritz Cinema with a program of wonderful features and documentaries. Stop by The Ritz Bar’s beautiful balcony for a snack or movie-themed...

Drop by the SFF Bar, in the Hub at Lower Town Hall, for a drink between screenings from our partners Brix Distillery, Château Tanunda, Lyres and Mountain Goat!

The historic State Theatre is Sydney Film Festival's largest venue and our home since 1974. The beautiful building hosts our prestigious Opening Night Gala and screenings throughout the Festival, as...

The Charles Brasserie and Bar are offering all Sydney Film Festival attendees an exceptional pre- & post-screening meal, designed to enhance your Festival experience. Enjoy a main dish with a glass...