Ikaria, perched at the quieter end of Bondi Beach in Sydney, blends Mediterranean soul with laid-back coastal vibes and it does so with real heart. Inspired by the Greek island known for connection and longevity, the restaurant brings together everything we love about long lunches and balmy evenings: good food, warm service, and the kind of setting that makes you want to linger.
From the moment we arrived, the team made us feel genuinely welcome. The service strikes that perfect balance of friendly and attentive, without ever feeling forced. Whether you’re visiting for a casual catch-up or something more special, Ikaria has that rare ability to make any occasion feel just right.
The food is generous and polished without being fussy. Executive chef Ivan Sanchez (whose resume includes Sydney institutions like Porteño) brings bold Mediterranean flavours to life with ease. Our standouts? The golden saganaki drizzled with honey, melt-in-your-mouth lamb shoulder with whipped tahini, and a baklava-inspired cocktail that tastes as good as it looks.
The view is the icing on the cake, floor-to-ceiling windows open out to the ocean, and the space is light-filled and relaxed. It’s the kind of place that feels like a mini escape, whether you’re dropping in with friends, gathering the family, or settling in for a date night.
Ikaria is a celebration of good food, good company and that magic that happens when both come together in a beautiful spot by the sea.
Ikaria Bondi www.ikariabondi.com 180 Campbell Parade, North Bondi NSW Open Wednesday to Sunday, lunch and dinner
Ikaria, perched at the quieter end of Bondi Beach in Sydney, blends Mediterranean soul with laid-back coastal vibes and it does so with real heart. Inspired by the Greek island known for connection and longevity, the restaurant brings together everything we love about long lunches and balmy evenings: good food, warm service, and the kind of setting that makes you want to linger.
From the moment we arrived, the team made us feel genuinely welcome. The service strikes that perfect balance of friendly and attentive, without ever feeling forced. Whether you’re visiting for a casual catch-up or something more special, Ikaria has that rare ability to make any occasion feel just right.
The food is generous and polished without being fussy. Executive chef Ivan Sanchez (whose resume includes Sydney institutions like Porteño) brings bold Mediterranean flavours to life with ease. Our standouts? The golden saganaki drizzled with honey, melt-in-your-mouth lamb shoulder with whipped tahini, and a baklava-inspired cocktail that tastes as good as it looks.
The view is the icing on the cake, floor-to-ceiling windows open out to the ocean, and the space is light-filled and relaxed. It’s the kind of place that feels like a mini escape, whether you’re dropping in with friends, gathering the family, or settling in for a date night.
Ikaria is a celebration of good food, good company and that magic that happens when both come together in a beautiful spot by the sea.
Ikaria Bondi
www.ikariabondi.com
180 Campbell Parade, North Bondi NSW
Open Wednesday to Sunday, lunch and dinner
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