Ette

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The Vibe

• The space: Tucked down a heritage laneway off Bridge Street, Ette occupies a warm and intimate venue that flows seamlessly from daytime dining to late-night bar. The open kitchen lets you watch British-born chef Adam Grimsley work, while climate-controlled wine cellars hint at the serious drinking program.
• The crowd: Draws a professional CBD mix for lunch wines and knockoff drinks, shifting to date-night pairs in the evenings. The all-day format means you'll find solo diners with laptops at lunch and groups settling in for long sessions after work.
• The energy: Starts civilised during lunch service, building momentum as it transitions into bar mode. The fuss-free fine dining approach keeps things relaxed rather than stuffy, helped by touches like complimentary focaccia and house-made oils on arrival.

What People Love

• The snackEttes: Nine-fifty small plates designed to hit the table in under five minutes - pork crackling with spiced apple dip, sashimi mosaic with nori wasabi, charred lamb rib with baba ganoush. Fast service without sacrificing quality.
• The wine program: Climate-controlled cellar available by the glass, bottle or half-bottle, making serious wines accessible for different budgets. The Sgroppino Affair cocktail mixing Ketel One vodka, seasonal sorbet and prosecco gets regular mentions.
• The value: Thoughtfully priced for CBD fine dining, with those complimentary focaccia and oils setting the tone. Happy hour specials and lunch wine offers make it approachable for regular visits rather than special occasions only.

The Neighbourhood

• Location: Set down a heritage laneway off Bridge Street, close to Circular Quay and the business heart of the CBD. Easy walking distance from major transport hubs, making it convenient for both city workers and visitors.
• The strip: Sits among the CBD's emerging laneway dining scene, where hidden venues offer alternatives to the main street restaurant chains. The heritage setting gives it character that stands out from the glass tower dining rooms nearby.
• Getting there: The laneway location means it's designed to be discovered rather than stumbled upon - the kind of place CBD workers share with colleagues as an insider tip for impressive client dinners or post-work drinks away from the usual suspects.

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