12 Sydney Restaurants Open on Mondays When Everywhere Else is Closed
Monday blues hit harder when your favourite spot is dark. Sydney's hospitality scene often closes on Mondays, but these 12 venues across the city keep their doors open. Whether you're craving Italian in the CBD, Korean in Chatswood, or something closer to home, here's where to find a proper meal when most restaurants aren't serving.
- 1Restaurants Bondi
1. Makaveli Bondi
Bondi beachgoers have somewhere to eat after Monday morning swims. This Bondi spot stays open when the Sunday rush clears out.
Open late (after 10pm)Opens early (before 7am)Open 7 daysOpen Mondays+1 moreView venue5.0(1,445)· Google71Spot ScoreGreat 
2Restaurants Sydney CBD2. Primi Italian
Italian dining in the CBD that doesn't take Mondays off. City workers and tourists can grab a proper meal without heading elsewhere.
Open MondaysView venue4.8(4,427)· Google$$$$70Spot ScoreGreat
3Restaurants Surry Hills3. NOUR
Surry Hills hospitality fans don't need to travel far—NOUR serves through Monday when neighbouring venues close.
Open 7 daysOpen MondaysOpen SundaysView venue4.8(3,338)· Google$$$$70Spot ScoreGreat
4Restaurants Chatswood4. Myung Jang Chatswood
Korean food cravings on a Monday are sorted here. Chatswood's established restaurant stays open for consistent dining options.
Open 7 daysOpen MondaysOpen SundaysView venue4.8(2,517)· Google70Spot ScoreGreat
5Restaurants Newtown5. Alba Restaurant
Newtown residents get reliable Monday dinner service at Alba, keeping the neighbourhood's dining scene active.
Open 7 daysOpen MondaysOpen SundaysView venue4.8(1,587)· Google69Spot ScoreWorth a Look
6Restaurants Chatswood6. Amah by Ho Jiak
Another Chatswood option for Monday meals, giving the area good restaurant coverage when most places rest.
Open 7 daysOpen MondaysOpen SundaysView venue4.7(3,154)· Google68Spot ScoreWorth a Look
7Restaurants Parramatta7. MISC. Parramatta
Western Sydney diners have a quality option open on Mondays, reducing the need to travel into the city.
Open 7 daysOpen MondaysOpen SundaysView venue4.7(5,833)· Google$$$$68Spot ScoreWorth a Look
8Restaurants Sydney CBD8. BISTECCA
CBD meat lovers don't need to wait until Tuesday. BISTECCA keeps serving through the Monday lull.
Open late (after 10pm)Open 7 daysOpen MondaysOpen SundaysView venue4.7(2,143)· Google$$$$68Spot ScoreWorth a Look
9Restaurants Chatswood9. Pho Thin Chatswood
Vietnamese pho on a Monday night—Chatswood's third open option in this list, making it a reliable Monday dining hub.
Open 7 daysOpen MondaysOpen SundaysView venue4.7(1,888)· Google68Spot ScoreWorth a Look
10Restaurants Newtown10. Thai Pothong Restaurant
Newtown's Thai option gives the suburb two Monday-open restaurants, so diners have choices.
Open late (after 10pm)Open 7 daysOpen MondaysOpen SundaysView venue4.7(5,878)· Google$$$$68Spot ScoreWorth a Look
11Restaurants Alexandria11. NIKAIDO Mascot Japanese Yakiniku BBQ in Adina Hotel
Japanese yakiniku in Alexandria (near Mascot) for Monday tableside grilling and group dinners.
Open 7 daysOpen MondaysOpen SundaysView venue4.8(947)· Google68Spot ScoreWorth a Look
12Restaurants Parramatta12. Icy Spicy Parramatta
A second Parramatta Monday option, diversifying the western suburb's dining availability.
Open late (after 10pm)Open 7 daysOpen MondaysOpen SundaysView venue4.7(1,615)· Google$$$$68Spot ScoreWorth a Look
At a glance
| Venue | Spot Score | Price | Suburb | Top feature | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Makaveli Bondi | 71/100 | 5.0(1,445) | — | Bondi | Open late (after 10pm) |
| Primi Italian | 70/100 | 4.8(4,427) | $$ | Sydney CBD | Open Mondays |
| NOUR | 70/100 | 4.8(3,338) | $$$ | Surry Hills | Open 7 days |
| Myung Jang Chatswood | 70/100 | 4.8(2,517) | — | Chatswood | Open 7 days |
| Alba Restaurant | 69/100 | 4.8(1,587) | — | Newtown | Open 7 days |
| Amah by Ho Jiak | 68/100 | 4.7(3,154) | — | Chatswood | Open 7 days |
| MISC. Parramatta | 68/100 | 4.7(5,833) | $$ | Parramatta | Open 7 days |
| BISTECCA | 68/100 | 4.7(2,143) | $$$ | Sydney CBD | Open late (after 10pm) |
| Pho Thin Chatswood | 68/100 | 4.7(1,888) | — | Chatswood | Open 7 days |
| Thai Pothong Restaurant | 68/100 | 4.7(5,878) | $$ | Newtown | Open late (after 10pm) |
| NIKAIDO Mascot Japanese Yakiniku BBQ in Adina Hotel | 68/100 | 4.8(947) | — | Alexandria | Open 7 days |
| Icy Spicy Parramatta | 68/100 | 4.7(1,615) | $$ | Parramatta | Open late (after 10pm) |
Frequently asked questions
Are these restaurants definitely open on Mondays?+
These venues are listed as open on Mondays based on our current directory data. However, restaurant hours can change seasonally or without notice, so it's wise to call ahead or check their social media before heading out.
Which suburb has the most Monday options?+
Chatswood leads with four restaurants open on Mondays: Myung Jang Chatswood, Amah by Ho Jiak, Pho Thin Chatswood, and technically a broader area coverage. Newtown and Parramatta both have two options each.
Do I need to book ahead on Mondays?+
Monday is typically quieter than weekends, but popular venues can still fill up. Booking ahead is safest, especially for groups or if you have a specific dining time in mind.
Are these venues spread across Sydney?+
Yes. They span from Bondi in the east, through inner suburbs like Newtown and Surry Hills, the CBD, Chatswood in the north, and Parramatta in the west. Depending where you are, you'll find a Monday option nearby.
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