Last updated: October 2026. Every venue below was confirmed as open on Google before publishing, and every rating and review count is the live Google figure.
The best restaurants in St Leonards in 2026 are led by Sekka Dining, with 1,072 Google reviews and a 4.5★ rating, followed by The Rice Den (866 reviews). This guide covers 15 restaurants in St Leonards, NSW 2065, ranked by Google review count, most-reviewed first, so you can see at a glance where the neighbourhood actually eats.
Each listing below includes the address and one-tap buttons to call, get directions or visit the website — or tap the name for its full MealFinder page.
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- 1. Sekka Dining
- 2. The Rice Den
- 3. The Wooden Whisk
- 4. The Moody Chef
- 5. Annata Restaurant
- 6. Song Nhi Vietnamese Restaurant
- 7. Nice BBQ Buffet
- 8. MyungJang St Leonards
- 9. Kuru Japanese Restaurant
- 10. Bare Wholefoods St Leonards
- 11. Dozo by 88 Wagyu House
- 12. Pizza D’oro
- 13. Flying Egg
- 14. JM Formula
- 15. Divide 8 St Leonards
Sydney’s Best St Leonards Restaurants at a Glance
Ranked by Google review count — most-reviewed first. Every venue was confirmed as open and operating on Google before publishing, and every rating and review count below is the live Google figure.
| Restaurant | Suburb | Google rating | Known for |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sekka Dining | St Leonards | ★ 4.5 (1,072) | ramen, grilled meats and seafood plates with sake |
| The Rice Den | St Leonards | ★ 4.6 (866) | modern Cantonese dishes and steamed dumplings |
| The Wooden Whisk | St Leonards | ★ 4.5 (820) | coffee, brunch and gourmet sandwiches |
| The Moody Chef | St Leonards | ★ 4.4 (818) | creative brunch, burgers and shakshuka |
| Annata Restaurant | St Leonards | ★ 4.6 (668) | Australian fine dining, tasting menus and wine |
| Song Nhi Vietnamese Restaurant | St Leonards | ★ 4.4 (585) | pho, bun bo Hue and vermicelli bowls |
| Nice BBQ Buffet | St Leonards | ★ 4.6 (520) | all-you-can-eat BBQ with marinated meats |
| MyungJang St Leonards | St Leonards | ★ 4.8 (519) | group dinners with attentive table service |
| Kuru Japanese Restaurant | St Leonards | ★ 4.4 (504) | tempura, sashimi and sushi in a sleek room |
| Bare Wholefoods St Leonards | St Leonards | ★ 4.2 (398) | gluten-free, refined sugar-free wholefoods and organic coffee |
| Dozo by 88 Wagyu House | St Leonards | ★ 4.5 (394) | wagyu platters and Japanese lunch sets |
| Pizza D’oro | St Leonards | ★ 4.8 (379) | traditional pizza with classic and special toppings |
| Flying Egg | St Leonards | ★ 4.4 (351) | coffee, brunch and healthy cafe plates by the station |
| JM Formula | St Leonards | ★ 4.5 (318) | cafe brunch, bulgogi tacos and carrot cake |
| Divide 8 St Leonards | St Leonards | ★ 4.7 (302) | pizza, buffalo wings and a Tuesday all-you-can-eat deal |
1. Sekka Dining — St Leonards
4.5★ (1,072 Google reviews) · Known for: ramen, grilled meats and seafood plates with sake
📍 Shop 1/472/488 Pacific Hwy, St Leonards NSW 2065
Sekka Dining on the Pacific Highway is a polished Japanese restaurant serving ramen, grilled meats and seafood plates, plus cocktails and sake. It is rated 4.5★ from 1,072 Google reviews, and reviewers praise the smoked duck, the tuna toro don and the stylish setting.
2. The Rice Den — St Leonards
4.6★ (866 Google reviews) · Known for: modern Cantonese dishes and steamed dumplings
📍 30-32 Chandos St, St Leonards NSW 2065
The Rice Den on Chandos Street serves modern Cantonese dishes, teas and creative cocktails, with takeaway and delivery available. It is rated 4.6★ from 866 Google reviews, and reviewers praise the steamed dumplings, the service and the atmosphere.
3. The Wooden Whisk — St Leonards
4.5★ (820 Google reviews) · Known for: coffee, brunch and gourmet sandwiches
📍 Shop 7 &8/38 – 46 Albany St, St Leonards NSW 2065
The Wooden Whisk on Albany Street is a modern cafe serving coffee, brunch, gourmet sandwiches and salads, and it also offers catering. It is rated 4.5★ from 820 Google reviews, and reviewers praise the coffee, the brunch and the quick, friendly service.
4. The Moody Chef — St Leonards
4.4★ (818 Google reviews) · Known for: creative brunch, burgers and shakshuka
📍 30 Atchison St, St Leonards NSW 2065
The Moody Chef on Atchison Street is a buzzy cafe with colourful chairs and outdoor tables, serving creative brunch options and burgers. It is rated 4.4★ from 818 Google reviews, and reviewers mention the shakshuka and the friendly service.
5. Annata Restaurant — St Leonards
4.6★ (668 Google reviews) · Known for: Australian fine dining, tasting menus and wine
📍 66 Chandos St, St Leonards NSW 2065
Annata Restaurant on Chandos Street is an Australian fine dining restaurant and wine bar. It is rated 4.6★ from 668 Google reviews, and reviewers praise the chef’s tasting menu, the pan-fried cod and the attentive service.
6. Song Nhi Vietnamese Restaurant — St Leonards
4.4★ (585 Google reviews) · Known for: pho, bun bo Hue and vermicelli bowls
📍 1/56-62 Chandos St, St Leonards NSW 2065
Song Nhi on Chandos Street serves Vietnamese staples such as pho and noodles in a no-frills dining room. It is rated 4.4★ from 585 Google reviews, and reviewers praise the bun bo Hue, the grilled chicken vermicelli bowl and the Vietnamese coffee.
7. Nice BBQ Buffet — St Leonards
4.6★ (520 Google reviews) · Known for: all-you-can-eat BBQ with marinated meats
📍 18 Pacific Hwy, St Leonards NSW 2065
Nice BBQ Buffet on the Pacific Highway, formerly Ichiban Yakiniku, serves a BBQ buffet with marinated meats and ready-to-eat dishes. It is rated 4.6★ from 520 Google reviews, and reviewers praise the marinated meats, the value and the quick kitchen.
8. MyungJang St Leonards — St Leonards
4.8★ (519 Google reviews) · Known for: group dinners with attentive table service
📍 shopG07, Myung Jang, 88 Christie St, St Leonards NSW 2065
MyungJang St Leonards is a restaurant on Christie Street that reviewers recommend for group dinners and weekend bookings. It is rated 4.8★ from 519 Google reviews, and reviewers praise the friendly, attentive staff and the fresh, well-prepared food.
9. Kuru Japanese Restaurant — St Leonards
4.4★ (504 Google reviews) · Known for: tempura, sashimi and sushi in a sleek room
📍 3/10-16 Atchison St, St Leonards NSW 2065
Kuru Japanese Restaurant on Atchison Street is a sleek, spacious venue serving Japanese plates including tempura and sashimi. It is rated 4.4★ from 504 Google reviews, and reviewers praise the fresh sushi, the omelette rice and the attentive service.
10. Bare Wholefoods St Leonards — St Leonards
4.2★ (398 Google reviews) · Known for: gluten-free, refined sugar-free wholefoods and organic coffee
📍 3/9 Albany St, St Leonards NSW 2065
Bare Wholefoods on Albany Street is a cafe serving 100% gluten-free, refined sugar-free wholefoods and organic coffee, with vegan options. It is rated 4.2★ from 398 Google reviews, and reviewers praise the fresh ingredients, the coffee and the clean setting.
11. Dozo by 88 Wagyu House — St Leonards
4.5★ (394 Google reviews) · Known for: wagyu platters and Japanese lunch sets
📍 G06/88 Christie St, St Leonards NSW 2065
Dozo by 88 Wagyu House on Christie Street serves wagyu beef and Japanese dishes, including sashimi and lunch sets. It is rated 4.5★ from 394 Google reviews, and reviewers praise the tender wagyu, the platters and the value of the lunch set.
12. Pizza D’oro — St Leonards
4.8★ (379 Google reviews) · Known for: traditional pizza with classic and special toppings
📍 Chandos, Shop 1/56/62 Chandos St, St Leonards NSW 2065
Pizza D’oro on Chandos Street is a local pizza shop with seating inside and out. It is rated 4.8★ from 379 Google reviews, and reviewers praise the dough, the pepperoni pizza and the range of classic and special toppings.
13. Flying Egg — St Leonards
4.4★ (351 Google reviews) · Known for: coffee, brunch and healthy cafe plates by the station
📍 The Forum’ Shop 6p6, 201/205 Pacific Hwy, St Leonards NSW 2065
Flying Egg is a cafe at The Forum beside St Leonards Station, serving coffee, brunch and lunch. It is rated 4.4★ from 351 Google reviews, and reviewers praise the well-presented food and the friendly staff.
14. JM Formula — St Leonards
4.5★ (318 Google reviews) · Known for: cafe brunch, bulgogi tacos and carrot cake
📍 shop 14/11 Herbert St, St Leonards NSW 2065
JM Formula on Herbert Street is a cafe near the hospitals serving brunch dishes such as bulgogi tacos and chilli avocado. It is rated 4.5★ from 318 Google reviews, and reviewers praise the food, the carrot cake and the efficient service.
15. Divide 8 St Leonards — St Leonards
4.7★ (302 Google reviews) · Known for: pizza, buffalo wings and a Tuesday all-you-can-eat deal
📍 Shop 1/48 Albany St, St Leonards NSW 2065
Divide 8 on Albany Street is a pizza restaurant offering takeaway and delivery. It is rated 4.7★ from 302 Google reviews, and reviewers praise the fresh pizza, the buffalo wings and the Tuesday all-you-can-eat deal.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best restaurant in St Leonards?
By Google review count, Sekka Dining is the most-reviewed restaurant in St Leonards with 1,072 reviews and a 4.5★ rating. The Rice Den is next with 866 reviews at 4.6★.
Which St Leonards restaurant has the highest Google rating?
Among the restaurants in this guide with at least 100 Google reviews, MyungJang St Leonards has the highest rating at 4.8★ from 519 reviews.
What kinds of food can I find in St Leonards?
This guide includes Sekka Dining (ramen, grilled meats and seafood plates with sake), The Rice Den (modern Cantonese dishes and steamed dumplings), The Wooden Whisk (coffee, brunch and gourmet sandwiches) and The Moody Chef (creative brunch, burgers and shakshuka), along with 11 more St Leonards restaurants. Each entry says what the venue is known for.
How are these St Leonards restaurants ranked?
They are ranked by Google review count, most-reviewed first, with each venue’s Google star rating shown alongside. Review count is a public, checkable figure, and it shows which places a lot of diners have chosen.
How many restaurants are in this St Leonards guide?
15 restaurants in St Leonards, with 8,514 Google reviews between them. Each was confirmed as open and operating on Google before publishing.
Where can I find the address and phone number for a St Leonards restaurant?
Every listing in this guide shows the street address and has one-tap buttons to call, get directions or visit the website where one is available. Tap a restaurant’s name for its full MealFinder page.
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