Katherine Scott

Sure, breakfast is the most important meal of the day, but lunchtime is arguably the most exciting. You shouldn’t have to settle for soggy sandwiches and last night’s leftovers when there are fresh and fun eats existing in all pockets of the city. Whether you’re craving elevated sandwiches on oven-fresh bread, inspired savoury pastries, hearty bowls of laksa or build-your-own bentos, there’s something delicious on for lunch in Sydney every day of the week. We've rounded up our favourite places to grab a quick lunch in Sydney's CBD. Whether its old, new, tucked away in the city's heart, or sitting on the fringe, we've got you covered when it comes to making the most of your lunchbreak, every day of the week.  Stay in the loop: sign up for our free Time Out Sydney newsletter for more news, food & drink inspo and activity ideas, straight to your inbox. After a liquid lunch instead? Here are the best bars in the Sydney CBD right now.

Sydney is never more in her element than during the warmer months (what can we say, those beachy days and balmy evenings sure do suit the ol' gal).  True to form, each year the Harbour City puffs her chest and braces for a seasonal surge of summery pop-ups, with alfresco venue takeovers, one-off festivals and delicious residencies giving Sydneysiders another reason to get out and brave the mozzies. Plus, is there anything more alluring than a limited-time-only venue? Yeah, that's what we thought. So what are you waiting for? Looking for a long-term relationship rather than a summer fling? These are the best new Sydney venues that are sticking around.