The Best Restaurants Open for Takeaway and Delivery in Surry Hills

Juicy, well-seasoned, chicken with crisp, blistered skin — need we say more? At this casual charcoal chicken joint, the vibe is upbeat and playful. Meanwhile, the food is absurdly delicious: classic sides (like an outstanding fattoush) give rivals a run for their money, while modern dishes like a falafel “bao”, brisket shawarma tacos, and boozy slushies up the fun factor. Order to take away through their website, or for delivery via Uber Eats.

This Mexican-inspired, plant-based spot has kept spirits up with excellent takeaway options and plenty of chilli-spiked margaritas through lockdown. Plump for their birria tacos or a burrito or, if you can’t decide, opt for a dinner pack loaded with plenty of guacamole, corn, mains and sides. It’s take away only – available Tuesday to Saturday, 12-3pm and 5.30-9pm, and Sunday 5.30-9pm. Order here.

Known for elegant tasting menus and a friendly neighbourhood vibe, it was only natural for this produce-driven, socially conscious restaurant to switch to daily-changing take-home meals for locals. A centrepiece could include a slow-cooked lamb shoulder, hasselback sweet potatoes and heirloom tomato salad followed by macadamia opera cake. Meanwhile, picnic boxes are a tempting proposition as the mercury rises. Pre-order online for pickup Thursday through Sunday at their online shop, and keep up to date via their Instagram.

Tucked away in the Paramount House Hotel, Mat Lindsay’s wine bar (and sister to Ester) has offered takeout sandwiches, burgers and sourdough ice creams throughout lockdown, as well as family friendly pies and chicken dinners. They’re switching over to picnic boxes for all of your outdoor gathering needs including, yes, a formidable range of seasonally-appropriate natural wines – keep up to date via their Instagram.

Trust Surry Hills to have some of the best Neapolitan pizza around on its doorstep. Perfectly blistered, puffy pizzas and a selection of sides are available to take away – though we’d be tempted to eat them on the spot. Tuck into a pie topped with San Marzano tomatoes, San Daniele prosciutto and buffalo mozzarella imported from Campania – a D.O.C signature. There’s also lasagne, cold beers, and tiramisu for dessert. Order for pick up here, or for delivery via Uber Eats.

One could conceivably live off deliveries from Bills during lockdown – breakfast, lunch, and dinner – and not feel fatigued. All the classics are available from its own slick in-house delivery service, while heartier plates (like nourishing Thai-style curries or the famous shrimp burger) can be ordered at dinner. Order takeaway or delivery via the restaurant’s website.

Popular for its brunches and fresh pours of Czech beer, this relaxed Bourke Street eatery specialises in satisfying Eastern European fare with serious finesse. For lockdown, they’re offering a hearty menu of dishes for delivery and take away, including a pork sandwich with roasted pepper mayo, crispy chicken schnitzel with a mushroom sauce, and goulash with potato dumplings – pure comfort. Grab a pre-mixed negroni on your way out, too. Order by calling the restaurant on 02 8367 0985 to pre-order for pickup, or order delivery via Doordash.

This neighbourhood landmark is still serving locals through lockdown, with a formidable lineup of indie craft beers and well-executed pub fare available for takeaway from the pub. The Dumpling Bar also has plenty of options for takeout; Shanghai soup dumplings, bouncy siu mai and potstickers that need only chilli oil. Order take away via Bopple here.