Waverley, located in the eastern suburbs of Sydney, boasts a diverse food and drink scene influenced by various cultural backgrounds and cuisine styles. One notable restaurant is Stone's Throw on The Parade, offering an eclectic menu that draws inspiration from different food cultures with confidence and authenticity. Each dish is beautifully presented, creating a vibrant display of colors and flavors, along with a great bar for pre- and post-meal drinks. Memories of India in Millner is another local favorite, known for its authentic Indian cuisine focusing on traditional dishes like tandoori chicken tikka, goat masala, palak paneer, Goan fish curry, and stuffed naan. This restaurant is popular among Indian families for its reliably good food and quick service.
For enthusiasts of Japanese cuisine, Oka Teppanyaki provides a unique dining experience with a dinner-plus-slapstick routine, featuring dishes like fried rice tossed from a meter away, perfectly seared scallops, and a variety of saké options. When it comes to drinks, Tom's Cellars in North Turramurra offers a selection of booze by small producers, while Balmoral Cellars on The Esplanade, a beachside bottle shop established in 1951, caters to the local community with its extensive range of beverages.