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08 Feb 2023
08 Feb 2023
If the thought of Valentine’s Day, red roses and love hearts all over the place make you feel a little bit ill, we’ve got the guide for you.
So gather up your pals and head to these five fun Sydney eateries, perfect for all things Galentine’s, Palantine’s and everything anti-Valentine’s!
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Ice-cold craft rum cocktails plus delicious South American-inspired bites equals guaranteed good times at Brix Distillers.
Nestled in the heart of Surry Hills, this boutique rum distillery is just the ticket for a raucous V-Day night out with a group. Sip on rum classics like mojitos, pina coladas and daiquiris seated in Brix’s sleek industrial-style open bar and kitchen.
Foodwise Brix has hungry tummies covered with a range of smaller and larger dishes designed to perfectly marry with the flavours of rum.
Start with a plate of pumpkin croquetas and Brix’s famous Gold Rum BBQ pork ribs to share. Before tucking into menu standouts like the golden fried burger (fried chicken and maple bacon drizzled with honey sriracha aioli) or pulled jackfruit tacos for a lighter vegan alternative.
Dish Cult’s top pick: Pimped smashburger ($23)
Rowdy with a 100% chance of meatballs is the foodie forecast at Palle!
Meatballs are the ultimate comfort food, making this Sydney mecca of mouth-watering meatballs the ideal spot for a cheerful Valentine’s Day singles outing with friends.
From its bright, buzzing interior, founder and chef Eugenio Maiale plates up moreish meatballs made with love using his mum’s special family recipes.
Get stuck into six equally delicious meatball variations either eaten on their own, placed on a warm, crusty sub or perched on top of perfect al dente spaghetti.
Go for the classic balls dolloped with rich tomato sauce, the Mediterranean-inspired lamb with fetta and herbs or change it up with the knockout chicken parmi balls!
Dish Cult’s top pick: Spaghetti meatballs ($26)
Round up your gang, get your boots on and line dance over to Jolene’s for a fun night of bespoke cocktails, diner-style American snacks and southern hospitality.
Jolene’s moody, atmospheric interiors will instantly transport you to the streets of Tennessee. Gather your posse and stake out one of the plush, red velvet booths, each named after famous country singers like Johnny Cash, Taylor Swift and Dolly Parton.
Thirsty? Choose from a range of Tennessee-inspired whiskey (and non-whiskey) cocktails that will have you boot-scooting all night long!
Hungry? Munch on American-inspired treats like gooey mac n cheese balls, chilli empanadas and Jolene’s famous hot dogs.
Dish Cult’s top pick: The big cheese hot dog ($19)
Be seduced this Valentine’s Day by Peking duck perfection at Holy Duck!
Sandwiched between Broadway and Central on one of Sydney’s premier foodie lanes, Kensington Street, this modern Chinese restaurant pumps out divine duck dishes that will have you and your pals quacking for more!
The vibe is slick and industrial, with exposed brick and bright light bulbs spelling out the restaurant’s name perched above the dining space.
Bring your flock of friends and have a sticky beak at the menu. Begin with a steamed dim sum platter to share before feasting on steamed duck and pork dumplings, signature crispy duck pancakes and duck san choi bao.
Dish Cult’s top pick: Holy Duck specialty platter ($62)
Move over Valentine’s Day, it’s tequila and tacos time! Enjoy modern Mexican with your mates at Mejico.
Select a table, leave your worries behind you, and prepare for a vibrant fiesta of melt-in-your-mouth, punchy Mexican flavours.
Order a round of icy margaritas and dive into Mejico’s magical menu, drawing inspiration from the different regional cuisines of Mexico and sporting a market-fresh ethos.
Start with a bowl of guacamole, smashed fresh at your table and served with crispy plantain chips. We loved this guac so much, we declared it one of Sydney’s must-try dishes. Excite the senses with a range of tasty tacos like pulled brisket and peanut salsa macha or chipotle chicken with pico de gallo and chamoy sauce.
Ravenous? Share a whole barramundi with dragoncello and pineapple salsa.
Dish Cult’s top pick: Crispy soft shell crab tacos ($16)
