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Dining offers

Explore dining experiences and offers from pre-show meals to special occasions at the Sydney Opera House’s restaurants and bars.

Special experiences

Tour & Dine

Make the most of a day out at the Opera House by going on our 1-hour tour followed by a lunch at one of our harbourside dining venues.

  • Daily

Bennelong House Lunch

Enjoy a taste of Bennelong with a two-course menu featuring your choice of entrée and main, and a glass of sparkling wine on arrival.

  • Friday to Sunday until 2 February
  • Reservations from midday

Christmas lunch in the Yallamundi Rooms

Offering stunning views of Sydney Harbour and two seating options to accommodate your festive schedule.

  • 25 December

House of Splendour NYE 2024

31 Dec 2024

Celebrate New Year’s Eve in the Yallamundi Rooms with front-row views of Sydney’s fireworks for an unforgettable night of luxury and excitement.

  • Experiences

Swingin’ Under The Stars 2024

31 Dec 2024

There’s nowhere in the world quite like Sydney on New Year’s Eve, and there's nowhere closer to the action than the Western Broadwalk at the Sydney Opera House. An all-inclusive experience unlike anything else on the harbour!

  • Experiences

House Canteen on New Years Eve

Step into the New Year glowing brighter than ever at House Canteen. Join us for a high-energy party that will keep you dancing all night long.

Bennelong New Year’s Eve 2024

Sip Champagne under the sails at Bennelong as the clock strikes twelve. Experience an iconic menu by Peter Gilmore with canapés, Champagne on arrival and at midnight, premium wine pairing, and live entertainment.

Harvest of Purpose

17 – 19 Jan 2025

For the first time, Brae's three-hatted chef Dan Hunter brings his acclaimed sustainable cuisine outside of Melbourne, collaborating with Danielle Alvarez on an exclusive dinner celebrating ethically sourced produce.

  • Experiences

January School Holidays at House Canteen

Enjoy a casual and kid-friendly meal in a relaxed environment while the kids enjoy free face painting on select dates in January.

  • 13-27 Jan
  • Free facing painting for kids

Taste of the House

Last Sunday of the month

From Opera Bar to Bennelong, wine and dine your way around Sydney Opera House. With your own personal guide, you’ll tour our incredible venues, experience backstage spaces and even the boardroom balcony with Taste of the House.

Pre-show dining

Pre-theatre Dining at Bennelong

Reservations from 5.30pm Experience the best that the Sydney Opera House has to offer with pre-theatre dining at Bennelong. Enjoy Bennelong’s signature à la carte menu and relax before the show.

  • Monday - Saturday

Overture Dining

Before the show enjoy a delectable three-course set menu paired with a glass of sparkling cuvée on arrival, before heading into the performance in the Joan Sutherland Theatre.

  • Available for select Opera Australia shows

Dining experiences

Native High Tea at Midden by Mark Olive

Immerse your taste buds in a symphony of flavours, featuring native ingredients like bush tomatoes, lemon myrtle, and finger lime. Book now for an unforgettable culinary journey celebrating Australia's rich heritage.

  • 10am - 11.30am | 2pm - 4.30pm, Wednesday, Saturday and Sunday

Midden $49 Lunch

Discover an inspiring new dining experience that embraces Australia’s distinct and diverse native produce within one of the most iconic settings in the world with Midden by Mark Olive’s $49 Lunch Menu.

  • 11.30 - 2.30pm, Monday - Friday

The Bennelong Bar

Located on the top tier of the restaurant, the Bennelong Bar is the perfect place for pre- or post-theatre plans, an after-work drink, or a nightcap after your meal.

  • Wednesday - Sunday

À La Carte at Bennelong's The Counter

À la carte dining has arrived at Bennelong, now available exclusively at The Counter, seated on side-by-side bar style stools. Dine your way, choosing from a thoughtfully selected range of Bennelong's most-loved dishes by Executive Chef Peter Gilmore, seated at the beautiful brass counter on side-by-side bar style stools

  • Lunch - Friday to Sunday, Dinner - Monday to Saturday