16 Foster St, Surry Hills, Sydney
We arrived . . . for a late lunch on a Wednesday afternoon to celebrate a friend's recent move to Sydney. We had booked ahead but there really wasn't any need – there was more than enough space in the vast dining room, which can seat up to 200. If you're planning a dinner visit, however, bookings are definitely recommended. You can choose from a variety of zones, including sitting around the open kitchen to watch the chefs at work.
We chose here because . . .since we had moved to Sydney two weeks previously, close to a dozen people had recommended Nomad as one of the city's best restaurants.
Our first impression was . . .something smells delicious. The smoky aroma of a wood-fired stove fills the restaurant.