Vivid Sydney is back for 2025 and it is stunning! With the city lighting up, there’s one question that always comes up: “what’s to eat during Vivid this year?” Whether you’re after a fancy dinner with a view of the Sydney harbour or just want something quick and tasty from a food truck, we’ve got you covered.
If you’re looking to start your Vivid night with something a little fancy, Aster is a great choice. This rooftop bar at the InterContinental Sydney has some of the best views in the city, with a clear look over Circular Quay and all the action below.
You can either drop in for a cocktail before hitting the light trails, or go all in with their Vivid special dining experience. It’s $169 per person and includes a welcome cocktail, matching canapés, entrée, main, and two glasses of wine.
Zushi is a sleek, smart-casual spot that’s perfect if you’re after modern Japanese food during your Vivid night out. Recently renovated, the space feels new and inviting, with a Barangaroo buzz.
For Vivid, they’re offering a couple of special menu items including a vibrant sashimi special and a colourful berries and cream dessert to finish things off on a sweet note.
If you’re heading to Vivid around Barangaroo and craving something tasty and fun, Lotus Dumpling Bar is your next-spot. They’re known for modern Chinese dishes with bold flavours, and for Vivid, they’ve added a few playful twists to the menu.
Their Vivid specials include colourful crab and prawn dumplings, vivid-themed cocktails, and a fried pandan ice cream for dessert. It’s a relaxed spot with great atmosphere, ideal for sharing plates with friends before diving back into the lights.
When you’re wandering through Vivid Sydney, Food Park at Barangaroo is the perfect spot to take five and treat yourself. One highlight is the Blacklight Dessert Lab, serving the neon-lit desserts from soft-serves to cheese cakes and donuts.
If you’re after something casual and fun, Vivid Fire Kitchen is the spot to check out. Set along The Goods Line in Ultimo, this open-air food hub brings together top chefs and street food legends for a fire-powered feast.
Expect everything from smoky Filipino BBQ to premium wagyu straight off the grill, plus wood-fired pizzas, and desserts of course. There are also live fire-cooking demos and grill performances throughout the night, so it’s not just dinner , it’s part of the show.