Redfern is one of Sydney's most vibrant neighbourhoods – a place where community and creativity intersect, and there are endless ways to fill the day.
As part of the Eora Nation of the Gadigal people, this inner-city neighbourhood holds deep cultural significance for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and is recognised as the birthplace of modern Aboriginal activism. Today, its restored heritage and ongoing transformation reveal a neighbourhood with an unmistakable cultural confidence.
From elevated dining in Wunderlich Lane to heritage streetscapes and galleries celebrating First Nations art, here are a few of our favourite ways to pass the day.
LOTTIE
Restaurant and Mezcaleria Lottie celebrates Mexican cuisine reimagined through a fresh local lens. Set atop The EVE, the all-weather rooftop destination pairs agave-led cocktails with a seasonal menu shaped by vibrant local produce and bold, punchy flavours paired with fresh-pressed housemade tortillas. Entirely gluten-free, Lottie brings a considered approach to rooftop dining from long lunches through to late-night mezcal moments.
Bar Julius
Slide into a buttery leather banquette at Bar Julius for all-day dining. Elegant and ever-buzzing, our lobby bar and restaurant blends the ease of a neighbourhood local with the energy of a great European bistro. Spanning the arc of the day from a morning espresso to an evening aperitif, this space is adorned with a wonderfully eclectic collection of artworks. Be sure to look up and take in the stunning Barrisol ceiling, based on the original artwork ‘Still Life’ by local artist Louise Olsen of Dinosaur Designs.
The Parlour Room
Deep exhales come easily at The Parlour Room – and fortunately for guests of The EVE, it’s right next door. This alluring beauty destination offers premium salon experiences that celebrate individual beauty and deeply indulge mind, body, skin and self. Think bespoke facials and expertly crafted rituals – like the Sleep Ritual, complete with a soothing hot stone massage, calming aromatherapy and a nourishing scalp treatment, perfect for weary travellers staying at The EVE. Whether you're carving out an afternoon for a full-body reset or slipping in for a manicure before dinner, The Parlour Room makes it effortless to weave genuine self-care into your stay.
R By raita Noda
The exquisite artistry of Japanese omakase will enthral at R by Raita Noda, as chef Raita Noda performs culinary theatre in his open kitchen stage. A delicate choreography of Japanese flavours and Australian produce unfolds amid a dining room designed to mimic a shimmering, rain-soaked evening in Tokyo. Seating only 12 guests and just a few steps from The EVE, this intimate space is a dining experience like no other.
Saardé
The scents and textures found throughout your stay at The EVE Hotel can be discovered beyond your room. Accessible via the hotel lobby, Sydney-based Saardé – creators of The EVE’s in-room amenities and bespoke glassware – have their first flagship store within Wunderlich Lane. Explore their considered collection of homewares, scents and textiles, alongside the products featured throughout the hotel, so you can take a little of The EVE home with you.
Carriageworks
A cultural landmark housed in a historic railway workshop, Carriageworks is a hub for contemporary expression. Whether you’re browsing the Saturday markets or attending a live performance, the program spans theatre, music, dance and visual art – bringing together leading local and global creatives.
Art Leven
Established in 1981, Art Leven is the country’s oldest exhibiting First Nations art gallery. Working directly with First Nations artists and curators, the gallery supports the industry sustainably and ethically to represent artists from all over Australia. Both an exhibition space and a place to purchase artworks, discover the space Tuesday to Saturday.
Bush
With a focus on food for the land and the people, Bush is a Gadigal Land-first diner that is all about championing Australian native produce. On the menu, you might find a rabbit parmigiana with olives and smoked mozzarella or sea urchin with Meyer lemon, a dish that helps kelp forests by utilising the urchins that can harm them.
Attenzione! Food & Wine
A vibrant neighbourhood restaurant and wine bar bringing a relaxed European sensibility to Redfern. At Attenzione!, you can anticipate seasonal dishes, thoughtful wines and an intimate candlelit setting, making it ideal for long dinners that stretch late into the evening.
Fontana
Set above Redfern Street, Fontana pairs regional Italian cooking with a warm, nostalgic energy. The room balances old-world charm with contemporary restraint, while the menu leans into generous pastas, shared plates and considered cocktails.
Arcadia Liquors
A neighbourhood gem that has earned its place in Redfern’s social fabric, Arcadia Liquors is the kind of bar that feels lived-in and genuinely local – it’s unpretentious, welcoming and full of character. Pull up a seat in the greenery-lined courtyard with a house cider and let the afternoon take its time to pass.
BART Jr
A relaxed neighbourhood wine bar with a strong local following, known for thoughtful wines, seasonal snacks and an intimate, low-lit atmosphere that feels distinctly Redfern. The menu at BART Jr. favours Aussie producers with natural and biodynamic wines, and a rotating selection of beers from Sydney-based craft breweries.
DEA Store
Featuring carefully chosen items for the home from both local and international creators, the endlessly browsable DEA Store is hard to leave without a purchase. Find Japanese ceramics, Portuguese stoneware, German glassware and all manner of unique objects to adorn your space.
Chee Soon & Fitzgerald
A beacon of beautifully articulated style since 1996, Chee Soon & Fitzgerald has long lured design lovers and collectors. Here you’ll find everything from Marimekko textiles and ceramics to kimono silk cushions, lamps and kitchen items.
