Dish ranking
Best seafood dishes in Sydney
17 seafood dishes from 14 restaurants, ranked by 82 recorded votes.
Seafood is the category where location matters most, the best plate is the one landed nearby that morning.
In Sydney the highest recorded total belongs to Confit of Petuna Ocean Trout at Tetsuya's, with 52 votes. Every row below links to the dish page, where you can see the other dishes at that restaurant and add your own vote.
Recorded totals include starter data and votes from members and guests. They are not counts of verified diners or star ratings. How rankings work
The ranking
- 1Confit of Petuna Ocean TroutTetsuya's52 votes
- 2Mud Crab CongeeQuay22 votes
- 3Grilled Market Fish with SalmoriglioBISTECCAFresh catch of the day, simply grilled and drizzled with a zesty Sicilian salmoriglio sauce. A lighter option for seafood enthusiasts.2 votes
- 4Market Fish with Pipis and 'NdujaNOMAD SydneyFresh, sustainably sourced market fish pan-seared to perfection, accompanied by local pipis, spicy 'nduja, and a rich seafood broth.2 votes
- 5Darling Harbour Fish & ChipsHustlers. SydLocally sourced, beer-battered barramundi with a side of thick-cut chips, house-made tartare sauce, and a lemon wedge.1 votes
- 6Har Gow (Crystal Prawn Dumplings)Mr. WongSteamed translucent dumplings filled with fresh, juicy prawns and bamboo shoots. A dim sum classic.1 votes
- 7King Prawn LinguineBopp & ToneFresh king prawns tossed with linguine in a garlic, chili, and white wine sauce.1 votes
- 8Sydney Rock Oyster GratinThe Sanderson SydneyLocally sourced Sydney Rock Oysters baked with a garlic herb butter and parmesan crust.1 votes
- 9Braised E-fu Noodles with Crab MeatMr. WongLong-life e-fu noodles braised in a rich, savory stock with generous flakes of sweet crab meat.0 votes
- 10Ceviche Verde with Australian PrawnsEstebanFresh Australian prawns cured in a vibrant green aguachile with cucumber, avocado, and lime. Light and zesty.0 votes
- 11Harbour Master's Chilli PrawnsLuna Lu - Asian Fusion, The RocksSucculent local king prawns wok-fried with a fiery blend of chillies, garlic, and ginger.0 votes
- 12Murray Cod, Asparagus, Native Greens, Brown ButterAria Restaurant SydneyExquisite Murray cod with seasonal asparagus, a medley of native greens, and a rich brown butter sauce to enhance its delicate flavor.0 votes
- 13Octopus, Black Garlic, and Sea LettuceSixpennyTender octopus, slow-cooked to perfection, served with a rich black garlic emulsion and delicate sea lettuce for an umami-rich experience.0 votes
- 14Ora King Salmon, Miso, Sesame, Daikon, ShisoAria Restaurant SydneyPan-roasted Ora King salmon glazed with a sweet and savory miso, accompanied by nutty sesame, crisp daikon, and fragrant shiso.0 votes
- 15Seared Scallops, Cauliflower, Vadouvan Curry, Dill, Finger LimeAria Restaurant SydneyPerfectly seared scallops served with a delicate cauliflower puree, aromatic vadouvan curry, fresh dill, and the bright zest of finger lime.0 votes
- 16Sydney Rock Oysters with Finger Lime CaviarInfinity at Sydney TowerFreshly shucked Sydney Rock Oysters, presented with a vibrant mignonette featuring Australian finger lime caviar.0 votes
- 17Sydney Rock Oysters with Native Finger Lime MignonetteJane Surry HillsFreshly shucked Sydney Rock Oysters served with a vibrant mignonette made with native finger lime, shallots, and white wine vinegar.0 votes
How to order seafood dishes well
- Ask what came in today; a good kitchen will happily tell you.
- Whole fish is usually better value and better cooked than a portioned fillet.
- Raw plates, oysters, ceviche, crudo, reveal freshness immediately.
Seafood dishes in Sydney: common questions
- What are the best seafood dishes in Sydney?
- The highest recorded total is for Confit of Petuna Ocean Trout at Tetsuya's first, with 52 votes. The full ranking above covers 17 seafood dishes across 14 Sydney restaurants and updates as recorded totals change.
- How is this Sydney ranking decided?
- Dishes are ordered by recorded totals, including starter data, member votes and guest votes. This is not a star rating or a survey of verified diners.
- Can I add a seafood dish that is missing?
- Yes. Open the restaurant page, add the dish, and it enters this ranking once it is approved and matches this category.