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Monday Night Restaurants
Having a boyfriend who works in hospitality has its perks (free cocktails, late-night parties), but it makes planning a romantic dinner a deux close to impossible. Finding a funky restaurant that is open on a Monday night is a tough task, but these are some of the considerate eateries that have made my life easier.
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Bodega
Surry Hills
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With a wide-open kitchen and a bright mural on the wall, Bodega has a funky, slightly raucous feel (or perhaps that was just me after a few Spanish wines). Even on a Monday night the place gets pretty packed - a testament to the fabulous Spanish and South American tapas.
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North Bondi Italian Food
North Bondi
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Another great one for sharing with a loved one - although the fights over who gets the last baccala ball can become quite heated. The menu almost demands that you over-order, but a digestive drop of Averna and a waddle back along the promenade usually does the trick.
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Tabou
Surry Hills
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Tabou is one of the only lights shining amid the deathly stillness of Crown Street on a Monday night. Young and funky, it is not. But Tabou has the retro appeal of a classic French bistro, from the bentwood chairs to the goat's cheese souffle. It's the perfect place to bring up that trip to Paris you'd like him to take you on...
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Local Wine Bar & Restaurant
Paddington
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Cocktails, wine, great food and cute staff - Local makes us seriously discuss moving to Paddington. We've had some great nights here, recklessly over-indulging on food and booze, but with no regrets. However, a word to the wise: those Paddo village streets are hell on heels and an accident waiting to happen after a couple of vinos.
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