Arriving at Jacoby’s is like entering a different world, its tropical tiki feel unexpected after traipsing Enmore Road. Here, order multi-coloured, creamy and knock-socks-off cocktails without feeling an ounce of shame – you can even ‘upsize your drink like a pirate’ with a float of rum. For pina coladas made by pros, make this your go-to. Address: 154 Enmore Rd, Enmore, jacobys-tiki-bar.com

The artistic, intelligent menu at Sepia will be sorely missed by our food-loving state, as chef Martin Benn permanently locks the doors on 15 December. The move to Melbourne is imminent, and every considered detail, plus the stunning contrast of flavours, textures and temperatures in Benn’s food are the Victorian city’s gain. Address: 201 Sussex St, Sydney, 9283 1990

Sydney’s favourite deli has hit the CBD with an alluring aperitif offering. As well as tongue-in-cheek canned cocktails including the Mar-tinny, Can-hattan and Cosmopoli-tin (the Ameri-can-o is in the works), their sherry and vermouth list is one of the best in the city. Address: 167 Phillip St, Sydney, 9922 7347

Hidden within the suburb’s uniform brick terraces, this local legend is known for its traditional renditions of Lebanese street food classics. Start with spicy hummus topped with crispy garlic and chilli and baba ganoush, made from fire-roasted eggplant lightly mashed with tahini and garlic. The parsley and citrus heavy tabouli is some of the best in town. Emma’s Snack Bar is taking bookings from October 19. Book now here emmassnackbar.com.au.

With recent changes in the kitchen bringing Jesse McTavish – son of surfboard designer Bob McTavish – to the helm, we’re excited to see the next chapter of this coastal favourite. The updated yellowfin tuna tartare with betel leaf and the Yamba prawn sanga are both must-tries. Address:190 Ramsgate Avenue, North Bondi, 9130 2155