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Diners' Choice: Innovative restaurants in Inner West

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Updated 05 October 2026

Looking for the best restaurants that are fit for foodies in Inner West? You’re in the right place. Each month, OpenTable analyses nearly 2 million global diner reviews from the past four months. We sort the results by location and category to help you discover new favourite restaurants. It's a great partnership: you book, eat, and review. We listen...and deliver the results for all to benefit. Enjoy!


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Famelia
4.9
4.9 (38)
$A41 to $A100
Wine Bar
Newtown
About the restaurant
Famelia is a boutique wine bar and bottle shop that features wines made exclusively by women! The wine list changes monthly, featuring 12 wines by the glass. A Famelia signature wine flight - 3 half glasses of your choice of wines from the list - is a great way to explore new varietals, and challenge your palate. The wines are complemented by delicious grazing-style dishes.

Famelia holds many wine-related events, from Winemaker tasting evenings to fun and informative education events - check out all the upcoming events here!

As a bottle shop, shop in store or online for women-made wines, or perhaps start a subscription...

Join Famelia's loyalty program 'The Extended Family' and earn points when you dine or purchase from our online store and receive unique experiential rewards.

I look forward to welcoming you to Famelia soon!
Amelia Birch - Owner, Famelia
Top review
Kerry
Dined on 25 Sept 2026
Service and wine knowledge from the loveliest staff on the Enmore strip it’s the best!
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GROUP BOOKING 7-10 GUESTS | 1.5 Hours (Tue-Thu)
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Sixpenny
4.8
4.8 (83)
$A101 and over
Modern Australian
Stanmore
About the restaurant
Sixpenny was founded in March 2012 and is named after the Sixpence restaurants that operated in Australia in the late 1800s. Located at the top end of Stanmore Village, Sixpenny is housed in a historic building on Percival Road, which was erected in 1907.

Chefs Daniel Puskas and Tony Schifilliti lead the kitchen in utilising local suppliers, growers and producers to focus on creating a narrative around all things that make up Australia.

We have chosen to offer a tasting menu to all guests. We collaborate with small-scale farmers, fishermen, and producers to create a progressional offering influenced by the seasons.
Top review
Angela
Dined 6 days ago
Amazing food, wine, service and atmosphere. Loved the new menu items since our last visit, and that the strawberry/raspberry dessert is still on! Great food is a given, but the team's interactions and passion for the food/wine, and customer experience make it even more exceptional. Thanks for making my other half's birthday so special (every year!).
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MAIZ Mexican
4.7
4.7 (228)
$A41 to $A100
Mexican
Newtown
About the restaurant
Maíz is the word for corn in Spanish which is the backbone of the Mexican food scene. Maíz Mexican Food is a food and beverage concept that celebrates and integrates a wide range of corn preparations that most Mexican restaurants aren’t offering at the moment. Our menu draws on the bold and fresh flavours of Mexico, our traditions and culture to bring you a unique dining experience.
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Laurel
Dined 3 days ago
A meal at MAIZ never disappoints which is why I keep going back. From the delicious corn soup, esquites ( which I literally have every time I go) to the kingfish apple and cucumber ceviche and the duck carnitas. All terrific. Don’t miss the seasonal offerings— this time the most spectacular dessert made from tomatillos. This humble restaurant serves up perfection every time.
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Classic Set Menu
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Tostada Tuesday
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Fabbrica Pasta Bar Newtown
4.7
4.7 (65)
$A41 to $A100
Italian
Newtown
About the restaurant
Fabbrica Newtown is centred around a long, travertine topped counter overlooking an open kitchen and bar. There's banquette seating and sun-dappled tables beneath a series of skylights in the main dining area. We serve seasonal snacks, innovative pastas and an excellent selection of drinks.

Led by Head Chef Keir Ballantyne, as well as the classics like zucchini flowers filled with ricotta and drizzled with hot honey, cacio e pepe and tiramisu, you'll also find some snacks, pastas and secondis on the menu - exclusive to Newtown - like ravioli of sweetcorn with 'nduja and sage, or barbecued chicken with Aleppo pepper and salsa verde.
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Isabelle
Dined 3 days ago
Outstanding food. The staff were very friendly and accommodating! Highly recommended
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FABBRICA SHARED MENU $90PP
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FABBRICA SHARED MENU $70PP
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A La Carte
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Rising Sun Workshop
4.6
4.6 (481)
$A40 and under
Asian
Newtown
About the restaurant
Our restaurant & workshop share space, but more important are the views we share - that if we can make it ourselves, we will. That traditions guide but do not rule. Rising Sun Workshop does not support factory farming, what we buy in we buy local, from roasters, smokers, brewers, growers, winemakers & distillers who share our philosophies - our mates.

We’re here for your crazy & not so crazy dietaries, not all things are possible but with a little notice they might be.
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Tony
Dined on 2 Oct 2026
Great food fantastic service. Love the place has a good chilled relaxed vibe
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Take a flight! Sake tasting
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RSW LIVE presents BEFORE SUNRISE
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Burwood Rengaya Casual Dining
4.5
4.5 (390)
$A41 to $A100
Yakiniku
Burwood
About the restaurant
We are a Japanese Yakiniku (Barbecue) restaurant in Burwood, serving high quality wagyu and sake.



We are located in a centre of Burwood. It is very close to bus stop and train station, and also this building has a 1 hour 30 minutes free parking. Easy access for the customers.



We have more than 25 years of experiences of Japanese Yakiniku in Sydney. We provide our customers with a great Wagyu experience and fun.
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Kimberly
Dined 4 days ago
Great quality of wagyu cuts, had been dining couple of times and still top of my favourite. However the food came up slower, it used to be very fast. Will always come back and recommend this place.
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Premium BBQ Buffet $98
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Premium BBQ Buffet for LUNCH
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Standard BBQ Buffet $58
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The Grounds Coffee Factory
4.5
4.5 (405)
$A40 and under
Modern Australian
Eveleigh
About the restaurant
A story 10 years in the making, The Roastery is an experiential café unlike any other, a love letter to coffee and the memorable moments it creates. Housed within the historic Locomotive Workshops of South Eveleigh, The Roastery pays homage to its industrial past while providing an unforgettable experience for coffee lovers everywhere, letting you enjoy your brew amongst the very machinery that makes it possible.
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PATTY
Dined on 10 Oct 2026
Service and staff were exceptional. Amazing atmosphere.
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Weekend Brunch Menu
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Shinmachi Newtown
4.5
4.5 (131)
$A41 to $A100
Japanese
Newtown
About the restaurant
Japanese small plates, sushi and ramen served in a modern, wood-lined space with tablets for menus.
Top review
Mark
Dined on 11 Sept 2026
First time visitor. 4 of us. It’s second storey with a side street entrance. The decor was great. The vibe was great. We had a booth with heaps of room. Staff were very helpful and knowledgable. Our food (Ramen) was excellent. Some Sake was a top accompaniment too. Definitely recommend here for Japanese
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Bistro Red Lion By Manu
4.5
4.5 (137)
$A41 to $A100
French
Rozelle
About the restaurant
Bistro Red Lion By Manu, a modern French restaurant, spearheaded by the renowned chef and My Kitchen Rules host, Manu Feildel has opened at The Red Lion. A touch of Paris in the heart of Rozelle where you'll be taken on a journey with mouth-watering and unique dishes.

We look forward to welcoming you upstairs soon.
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Raewyn
Dined on 9 Oct 2026
Great food at Bistro prices Impeccable service friendly and attentive
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Melbourne Cup
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Riverview Hotel
4.4
4.4 (40)
$A40 and under
Australian
Tempe
About the restaurant
We are the Riverview Hotel Tempe, newly renovated and proudly local, offering a welcoming space where good food, great drinks, and lively entertainment come together.

Our bistro is designed to deliver classic pub favourites alongside fresh seasonal dishes, complemented by a drinks list that includes Tooheys New, house wines, and cocktails.

Our terrace with picnic benches is perfect for enjoying a relaxed afternoon, while our bar serves refreshing house wines, beers, and daily specials that keep the atmosphere vibrant.

With friendly service, a relaxed vibe, and entertainment that brings people together, we create a space where familiar faces and new friends share memorable experiences.

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David
Dined on 12 Sept 2026
Had a great time sat in the beer garden having a couple of pints before going to Stix. Food and service were both excellent - beautiful Greek food. Dips were a little small though and had to keep getting extra bread - not major issues. Would definitely go back if in the area.
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