A small Turkish joint tucked away in a quiet location that I think requires more recognition. Just a few steps away from the McDonald's branch at Macquarie Park, or the Malaysian restaurant called Sambal.

They serve great pizzas here, and the portions are generous (available in three sizes). If you're coming for the pizza, you should try their House Special pizza and Supreme pizza, which are my personal favourites. Their pides are pretty delicious as well, and I've heard they make really good kebabs, although I've yet to try one. You can also get grilled fish and chips for about $9, which also comes in generous portions - definitely worth your money.

The owners of the place are really friendly chaps as well, and provide very good service. They stay open till night, so if you're in the area and want to try some good Turkish food without spending too much, this is the place to go.

Located in Harris Park (a mostly Indian-inhabited suburb), it's no surprise that this place has a wide variety of authentic Indian cuisine. And it definitely does not fail to deliver. The food tastes fantastic - personal recommendations include the Chicken 65 for an excellent appetiser, and the Butter Chicken, which is incredibly rich and flavourful.

However, the restaurant is usually very packed and noisy though, and the service is just mediocre. Each individual main course isn't exactly cheap, so drop in with a couple of friends if you want to get the most value out of your money.

You MUST try this one out if you're looking for good authentic Indian food. Rating: 4/5

Be ready to wait in line for a seat here - the food here is good and everyone knows it. I personally prefer coming here for the lunch menu, since the food is cheaper, at about an average of $10 per meal. They also offer a good selection of desserts that are definitely worth trying.

My personal favourite is the Khao Ka Moo (stewed pork leg over rice) on the lunch menu. I'd also highly recommend the Thai red tea here - although some of my friends find it a little too sweet.

Definitely try it out the next time you're in the city, it offers pretty good value-for-money.

P.S. They close pretty late too, perfect for late-night supper if you stay near Sydney CBD.

Another one of those restaurants where you can watch the kitchen staff in action through glass panels. Like the Malaysian restaurant Mamak, there always seems to be a massive queue, but I personally find that the place doesn't live up to the hype.

The noodles here are decent, and their "Three Eggs" fried rice is pretty good as well. They are also famous for their pig-faced buns, which look adorable but unfortunately leave much to be desired. And that's about it. Most dishes are just mediocre and have rather small portions, and the prices are not exactly cheap.

Overall, a restaurant that's worth trying at least once, but you'll quickly forget about after.

Serves authentic Malaysian & Singaporean cuisine - this is one of my favourite places to get good Malaysian food. The quality of food is great overall, and although prices are a bit high, you get good value for your money if you go in a group.

Unfortunately, the restaurant is situated in a rather dodgy location, and the staff have a reputation for being a bit rude, and they don't exactly offer the best service around. You get better treatment if you're a regular or if you know the owner personally though.

If you're willing to look past the below-par service, this is an excellent place to have Malaysian/Singaporean cuisine - I'd definitely recommend it.

Great place to grab a bite if you're hungry in the middle of the night - they're open till midnight on most days. However the quality of food is mediocre, and they have a tendency to misunderstand you and get your order wrong if you don't speak Mandarin or Cantonese. Prices are pretty low though, so drop by if you're in need of a cheap late-night dinner/supper.

Approximate cost: $10

Whether you're living in Sydney or just visiting, you definitely HAVE to try this one. Located conveniently at Darling Harbour with excellent ambience, this restaurant serves the best ribs in Sydney IMO. Prices are on the high side, but drop by with a group of friends, split the bill and you'll find that the food here is worth every single cent. They always seemed to be packed though (for good reason!), so be sure to make a reservation or arrive early to avoid the queue.

Their roast pork and "char siew" is absolutely one of the best I've had in my life. Soup is provided free as well. Prices are very cheap as well, you will definitely get your value for money here.

The restaurant is very small though and you'll most likely have to wait quite a while for a seat during peak hours. Also the food quality seems to have declined over the past 2 years, but it's definitely still worth a try.

An insanely popular Malaysian restaurant - be ready to wait in line for a good amount of time during peak hours. It does not live up to its hype in my opinion, but the food is decent and the prices aren't as high as other Malaysian restaurants in Sydney. Their best dishes are probably the Roti Canai and Nasi Lemak. Friendly wait staff and good service makes for a pleasant experience. Overall, it's worth trying at least once.

If you want some decent Malaysian food, this is the place to go. Recommended dishes include their signature Hainanese Chicken Rice and their Nasi Lemak. The food here is good but not that great, which is why I find most of the dishes here a bit too pricey for my liking. However, their dessert menu is superb - try any one of their classic Malaysian desserts and you definitely won't be disappointed.

Approximate cost: $15