good Italian restaurant that serves more than pizza! the food was delicious, fast service, the place is cozy! it does get a bit overcrowded on Fri-Sun nights. otherwise, the food is great value for money!

KFC Menai is hard to call fast food - the service was slow, food is overpriced. It is in convenient location, but that is about it.

Affordable furniture for students, families, singles, married! one day shopping experience - if you are thinking that you will be out of the store within 20 minutes, you are making the huge mistakes. Kitchenware, bedding, any furniture, are all present there making you to buy more.
IKEA is known for the quality and wide variety. The prices are average and much more affordable than many other brands.
The shop also has a food section that offers Swedish food - highly recommended to try.

Swimming center from infancy to adulthood- from starting step to professional swimming, the friendly staff is coaching kids about the water. Kids are explained about the dangers of water, and parents are taught how to supervise and guide kids in the water.
The hours are made to suit your schedule and the classes are not overcrowded.

Hard Rock Cafe recently re-positioned itself to Darling Harbour, providing an authentic HARD ROCK experience.
Overlooking the Harbour, and enjoying nice cocktails and great food, it is easy to lose yourself in time.
An international chain of restaurants that offers the same value, no matter where you are

Approximate cost: $25-40

A great place to spend a rainy day with kids. The aquarium is going through a restructuring at the moment and is due to open new exhibits in next few months.
The best thing are combo tickets - Sydney Aquarium, Wildlife, Manly Oceanworld, Centre point, Madame Tussauds

Approximate cost: $65 for a combo

If you like wine and a friendly chat, Silos winery is a place to be. The tasting room is set up as a bar where you are invited to taste beautiful wine in a relaxing atmosphere.
The place is perfect for a weekend getaway, Sunday lunch or a special occasion
Thanks Silos for making us feel special

We went to Mike's Grill for Mother's day special and found a service being a bit awkward. The place was fully packed, staff was slow. The food was great and their special menu was well planned out.

Subway is conveniently located next to the station and offers a great service. Staff is efficient and friendly!
If you like Subway, it is a place to go!

A great childcare center where fun, learning and friendly staff all come together. The staff is constantly working on improving the conditions and making kids more comfortable. Parents are given a daily update on kids progress and can follow up what kids were up to throughout the day. Meals and nappies are provided.
The center have the school preparation program and assist kids in developing writing and reading skills.