3 world-class restaurants coming to Darling Harbour

Sydney foodies, this one's for you. Darling Harbour's dining scene is about to level up, with three internationally acclaimed restaurant brands set to make their mark on the city's waterfront.

As part of the new Harbourside development, Mott 32, Brasserie Astoria and Avio Mare will open side by side in spring 2027, bringing a world-first collection of global dining heavyweights to one seriously impressive harbourfront location.

And that's not all. A fresh line-up of Sydney hospitality favourites is also joining the party, making Harbourside one of the city's most exciting new dining destinations.

Here's what's coming.

Mott 32: Hong Kong's legendary Chinese restaurant is heading to Sydney

If you've travelled through Hong Kong, Singapore or Las Vegas, chances are you've heard of Mott 32.

The award-winning Chinese restaurant is famous for its elevated take on regional Chinese cuisine, combining traditional techniques with contemporary flair.

Expect everything from delicate Cantonese dim sum to bold Sichuan flavours, alongside its signature apple wood-roasted Peking duck, which takes an impressive 42 days to prepare.

And then there's the barbecue Iberico pork char siu, glazed with Yellow Mountain honey. Yes, please.

With locations spanning the globe, Mott 32 has built a reputation for spectacular dining rooms, exceptional food and experiences worth dressing up for.

Its Darling Harbour arrival is set to be a major moment for Sydney's Chinese dining scene.

Brasserie Astoria: A little European glamour by the harbour

Next up, meet Brasserie Astoria, the glamorous European brasserie from world-renowned Swedish chef Björn Frantzén.

And the credentials are pretty extraordinary. Frantzén is the only chef in the world to simultaneously lead three restaurants holding three Michelin stars each, across Stockholm, Singapore and Dubai.

Originally launched in Stockholm inside a historic cinema, Brasserie Astoria brings old-school European glamour into the modern era.

Think elegant interiors, lively bars, expertly crafted cocktails and generous à la carte dining, complete with theatrical tableside service.

Already making waves in Stockholm, Singapore and Marbella, the restaurant is all about long dinners that turn into even longer nights.

Consider your next special-occasion dinner sorted.

Avio Mare: A Mediterranean escape without leaving Sydney

Dreaming of a Mediterranean summer? Avio Mare is bringing those coastal holiday vibes straight to Darling Harbour.

Inspired by the sun-drenched shores of the Mediterranean, this Southern European dining concept takes its culinary cues from the Greek islands and the coastlines of Italy.

The focus? Beautiful seafood, open-fire cooking and the kind of relaxed, generous dining that makes you want to settle in for hours.

There's also a strong commitment to responsible sourcing, with a focus on whole-fish cooking, reducing waste and avoiding endangered seafood.

With its flagship opening in Hong Kong in early 2027, Sydney will be among the first destinations outside Hong Kong to welcome Avio Mare.

Mediterranean flavours with Darling Harbour views? We're listening.

And there's more: Three new Sydney dining spots are joining the line-up

It's not just international names making their way to Harbourside.

Sydney's own Platinum Group, the hospitality team behind waterfront favourite Luna Lu, is bringing three new concepts to the precinct:

• Darling Eatery

• Koa

• Sir Seafood

While more details are still to come, the additions promise even more options for everything from casual catch-ups to memorable waterfront dining experiences.

Together with a wider collection of local eateries, bars and lifestyle destinations, they're set to bring a fresh energy to Darling Harbour's dining scene.

A whole new waterfront destination is taking shape

The restaurants are just one part of Harbourside's major transformation.

Set to open from 2027, the revitalised precinct will also introduce a new waterfront promenade, more than 10,000 square metres of public open space, a 3,500-square-metre waterfront park and new connections between Pyrmont and Darling Harbour.

There'll also be new event spaces, health and wellness experiences, and plenty more reasons to spend a little extra time by the water.

Whether you're planning a long lunch, a special dinner or simply looking for somewhere new to explore, Harbourside is shaping up to become a must-visit destination.

Mott 32, Brasserie Astoria and Avio Mare are expected to open at Harbourside, Darling Harbour, in spring 2027.

Stay tuned for more announcements as Sydney's newest waterfront dining destination comes to life.