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This week, we are bringing you the ultimate dining contrast.
Sometimes you want the drama, the theatrics, and a giant wheel of cheese rolled up to your table. Other times, you just want a damn good lunch in the CBD that won't cost you an arm and a leg, or a perfectly fried, crispy Japanese cutlet.
We’ve found the best of all worlds. We are heading to "Little Italy" for a pasta showstopper, sneaking into a cinema on George Street for a secret sushi spot, and satisfying our crunchy cravings with authentic Gyukatsu.
Let’s dig in! 🍴
The Showstopper 🧀
Cacio e Pepe & Italian Feast @ That's Amore (Haberfield)
If you’re going to eat carbs, make it a performance. Haberfield is known as Sydney's "Little Italy," and That's Amore is serving up an experience that will make you rethink your standard pasta night.
The undisputed star of the show is the Cacio e Pepe, which is wheeled over to your table and mixed live inside a massive, hollowed-out wheel of Pecorino cheese.
The Vibe: Busy, fun, and warm. Owner Roberto brings the energy (and the cheese trolley) right to you. Perfect for date night or a birthday dinner.
Don't Miss: The Lobster Pasta and the Beef Fillet Steak (so tender you could cut it with a butter knife).
Verdict: Wear your stretchy pants. It's a heavy, creamy, life-changing feast.
🎥 Spotted by: @datewithcate
Affordable Japanese Lunch @ Mikaiten (Sydney CBD)
Gatekeeping this one feels wrong. Finding a lunch in the CBD that is filling, delicious, and under $20 is like finding a unicorn. But we found it... hiding inside a cinema.
Tucked away inside Event Cinemas on George Street (just steps from Town Hall), Mikaiten is your new go-to for a quick, affordable city bite.
The Deal: You can easily get a filling feed for under $20pp. Plates range from just $4-$5.
The Hack: They give you an extra 3% off when you pay with cash! ✨
Vibe: Quick, casual, and hidden from the busy CBD streets. Perfect for a lunch break escape.
🎥 Spotted by: @duodutwins
The Perfect Crunch 🥩
Japan-Style Gyukatsu @ Senkatsu (Sydney CBD)
Craving authentic Japan-style cutlets right in the heart of the CBD? Senkatsu is hitting all the right notes. This spot is all about mastering the texture: glass-shatteringly crispy on the outside, and crazy tender on the inside.
The Order: They offer both Wagyu and Jumbo Pork Katsu. While the Wagyu is tempting, the insider tip is to go for the Pork Katsu, it is the absolute winner for both taste and value!
Don't Miss: If you're a fan of the salty-sweet flavor combo, make sure you don't skip their special drink float.
Verdict: The ultimate comfort food when you need a hearty, crunchy lunch.
🎥 Spotted by: @bitesinsydney.au
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