The friendliest coffee place in North Sydney! Also great coffee, sandwiches, gelato and catering. I love starting my day here with their friendly service.

Approximate cost: $5

The best dining experience in Sydney. Service is faultless, food is delicious, position is of course amazing. Have also had work functions here and they have run like clockwork. The pork belly entree is to die for!

Approximate cost: $40

I've never had a less than excellent meal here and the service is always very good. Beautiful view of the bridge, it's a great place to take visitors. Great wine list. Not cheap but worth every cent. That said, a lot cheaper than more expensive restaurants like Aria and Rockpool.

Approximate cost: $35

I hate those big multiplex cinemas so The Orpheum is a treat with its art deco gorgeousness, you feel like you've stepped back in time. Excellent choice of new releases and world cinema. Love it!

Approximate cost: $16

This place is very basic. Scruffy actually. But the food is delicious and the value superb. It's run by two people and is always busy. Service can be slow but is always with a smile, polite and enthusiastic. Food is authentic and delicious. Great sushi and sashimi. Don't go for the surroundings. go for the food and the great value. Two courses for two for less than $40. There's a reason it's always full!

Approximate cost: $15

Their pasta, salads and desserts are all delicious and the service is very friendly. Good coffee too. The only problem is I want to eat everything in there and that wouldn't be good for my waistline!

Approximate cost: $12

If you want to lose weight, I highly recommend Sam. He is one of few trainers who actually get results. You can contact him via Fitness First, Elizabeth Plaza, North Sydney. He is professional and friendly and will also help you with your diet.

Approximate cost: $80

Andrew Lim is great. If you don't know if you need chiro or physio, go and see him. He can help with a combination of chiro and massage. Very friendly, knowledgeable and professional. I trust him even though chiro scares me! Better still, when I recommended my boyfriend and he started going there, I received two movie tickets in the mail as a thank you. A nice touch!

Approximate cost: $55

Great value hair salon. Pamela did a great job. Half head of foils and a cut and blow dry was about $160.00. Colour was great. Will definitely go back.

Approximate cost: $160.00