Restaurants

Modern Pub Classics & Community Are Back At The Matto

February 14, 2026

After a month‑long soft launch that drew crowds and encouraging reviews, Matto Bistro inside the Matraville Hotel is stepping confidently into its next chapter. The venue has been entrusted to Social Skilled, a hospitality consultancy helmed by Clayton Ries and Darren Ong. Known for transforming the dining rooms of suburban pubs, the pair previously worked with chef Colin Fassnidge at the Banksia Bistro, Terminus Pyrmont and went on to lead the produce‑driven makeover of Sydney’s The Castlereagh. Their mandate is simple, uplift neighbourhood venues with handcrafted pub staples and seasonal specials so locals no longer need to trek out of their postcode for quality…

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Eating Out with Kids, Family, Restaurants

The Field Bar at Easts Rugby: The Eastern Suburbs’ Ultimate Family Hangout

February 9, 2026

If you’re on the hunt for a place where kids can burn off energy, parents can actually relax, and the whole family feels genuinely welcome, The Field Bar at Easts Rugby ticks every box. Tucked away within Woollahra Golf Course and just minutes from Bondi Beach, this sun-drenched venue has fast become a much-loved local favourite – think of it as the Eastern Suburbs’ very own backyard. With one of the largest outdoor spaces in the area, The Field is designed with families in mind. There’s plenty of room for kids to run free, space for prams, and a laid-back vibe that makes…

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