Food & Drink
Where to eat in Darling Harbour: pre-show dining guide (2026)
Planning to go out and eat in Darling Harbour, but not sure where? The area features a myriad of choices for every budget and taste, so we’ve compiled a guide of genuinely good restaurants to help you find your way across the precinct.
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Review: I saw Phantom of the Opera 40 years ago. This production is better than the original
Handa Opera on the Harbour's Phantom of the Opera has sold more tickets than any other production.
And on opening night, we found out why.
It's stunning, spectacular and wildly entertaining.
Where to eat in Darling Harbour: pre-show dining guide (2026)
Planning to go out and eat in Darling Harbour, but not sure where? The area features a myriad of choices for every budget and taste, so we’ve compiled a guide of genuinely good restaurants to help you find your way across the precinct.
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