Opera Bar – Bennelong Lawn NSW
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Opera Bar Bennelong Lawn

Bennelong Lawn, Sydney, NSW 🍺 Pubs & Bistros

Opening hours

Monday11:30 am – 10 pm
Tuesday11:30 am – 10 pm
Wednesday11:30 am – 10 pm
Thursday11:30 am – 10 pm
Friday11:30 am – 10 pm
Saturday11:30 am – 10 pm
Sunday11:30 am – 10 pm

Times shown in local time (Sydney). Public holiday hours may differ.

Bennelong Lawn NSW · 1.4 km from Sydney centre

Popular times

Estimated from typical visit patterns for pubs & bistros venues and this venue's opening hours — not live data.

At a glance

About Opera Bar

Located in Bennelong Lawn, NSW, Opera Bar is a pubs & bistros pub serving locals and visitors alike. You'll find it at Bennelong Lawn NSW, roughly 1.4 km from the Sydney city centre.

The Aussie pub bistro is an institution — hearty counter meals, chicken parmis, steak nights and roasts, served alongside a cold beer and the footy on the big screen.

Opera Bar is open 7 days; the venue offers dine-in, outdoor seating.

Planning a night out in Bennelong Lawn? 10 other venues are within a short distance, including Winnie's and Bennelong.

In the venue's own words: “Opera Bar is Sydney’s most iconic dining destination, set against the banks of Sydney Harbour & The Opera House.”

Amenities & services

  • Dine-in
  • Outdoor seating
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Licensed / bar
  • No air-conditioned
  • Card payments

What to order

Signature pubs & bistros dishes to look out for.

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Pub classicsBeer-battered fish & chipsTartare and lemon
From the grillRump steak 300gChips, salad and your choice of sauce
Lighter mealsVegetarian burgerHalloumi or plant-based patty
KidsKids nuggets & chipsWith tomato sauce

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Closest restaurants to Opera Bar

The 10 nearest places to eat, with distance and travel time.

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  1. 1
    Winnie's – Bennelong Lawn
    Winnie's 🍽️ International · Bennelong Lawn
    40 mNE · 1 min walk
  2. 2
    Bennelong – Bennelong Lawn
    Bennelong 🍽️ International · Bennelong Lawn
    120 mNE · 1 min walk
  3. 3
    The East 🥟 Chinese · Bennelong Lawn
    140 mSW · 2 min walk
  4. 4
    midden – Bennelong Lawn
    midden 🍽️ International · Bennelong Lawn
    160 mNE · 2 min walk
  5. 5
    Whalebridge – Bennelong Lawn
    Whalebridge 🍽️ International · Bennelong Lawn
    160 mSW · 2 min walk
  6. 6
    Bennie’s Bistro – Bennelong Lawn
    Bennie’s Bistro 🍺 Pubs & Bistros · Bennelong Lawn
    190 mSW · 2 min walk
  7. 7
    Coconut Cups logo
    Coconut Cups ☕ Cafés & Brunch · Bennelong Lawn
    200 mSW · 2 min walk
  8. 8
    Senn Sushi Opera House 🍣 Japanese · Bennelong Lawn
    200 mSW · 2 min walk
  9. 9
    Searock Grill – Parade Ground
    Searock Grill 🔥 Steakhouse & Grill · Parade Ground
    220 mS · 3 min walk
  10. 10
    Wahlburgers 🍔 Burgers & Chicken · Parade Ground
    240 mS · 3 min walk

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Eating out in Bennelong Lawn

Bennelong Lawn is home to 9 places to eat in our guide, part of the wider Sydney area with 5,266 venues. The local dining scene leans towards international restaurants, pubs & bistros, chinese restaurants. Within 25 km of Opera Bar there are 7,428 restaurants, cafés and pubs to choose from.

Nearby suburbs worth exploring include Parade Ground (360 m), The Rocks (540 m), Quay Quarter (540 m), Dawes Point (660 m).

Cuisine mix in Bennelong Lawn

  • 🍽️ International4
  • 🍺 Pubs & Bistros2
  • 🥟 Chinese1
  • ☕ Cafés & Brunch1
  • 🍣 Japanese1

Frequently asked questions

Where is Opera Bar located?

Opera Bar is located at Bennelong Lawn NSW. It is about 1.4 km from the centre of Sydney. Tap the map on this page to start turn-by-turn directions in Google Maps, Apple Maps or Waze.

What are the opening hours of Opera Bar?

Opera Bar is open 7 days. Today's hours are highlighted in the opening hours table above, which shows whether it is open right now (Australia/Sydney time). Hours can change on public holidays, so it is worth confirming before you visit.

What kind of food does Opera Bar serve?

Opera Bar serves Pubs & Bistros cuisine. Browse our pubs & bistros menu guide for typical dishes and dietary options.

Is Opera Bar wheelchair accessible?

Yes — Opera Bar is listed as wheelchair accessible.

How can I contact Opera Bar?

You can reach Opera Bar or via its website.

What is the closest restaurant to Opera Bar?

The closest venue is Winnie's, about 40 m to the north-east (1 min walk). Other close options include Bennelong (120 m), The East (140 m), midden (160 m).

What are some recommended places to eat near Opera Bar?

Popular, well-documented choices nearby include Zia Pina Pizzeria (International, 500 m), Nagomi Japanese Dining (Japanese, 4.1 km), Thai Pothong (Thai, 5.3 km).

Where else can I find pubs & bistros food near Bennelong Lawn?

Other pubs & bistros venues close by include Orient Hotel (480 m), Mercantile Hotel (520 m), Munich Brauhaus (540 m).

How many restaurants are there in Bennelong Lawn?

Our guide lists 9 places to eat in Bennelong Lawn, most commonly international restaurants (4), pubs & bistros (2), chinese restaurants (1). Within 25 km there are 7,428 venues in total.