Restaurant in Sydney, Australia
Fred's
150Pearl PointsWine-led Paddington

About Fred's
Fred's is worth considering for a Paddington meal when wine is a meaningful part of the decision. The strongest confirmed signal is Star Wine List recognition in 2026, so it suits first-timers looking for a considered Sydney dinner more than diners who need a tightly defined cuisine, set format, or published price before choosing.
Fred's is a Sydney venue with confirmed Star Wine List recognition for 2026. The verified practical details are direct: it is closed Monday, opens from 4–11 PM Tuesday to Thursday, opens from 12–11 PM Friday to Sunday. The dress code is smart casual.
Choose it when wine is part of the decision
The clearest verified signal for Fred's is its Star Wine List recognition. The available information does not support calling out specific dishes, chef-counter details, a named signature order, prices, or a set menu format, so the safest recommendation is to treat the wine recognition as the anchor and confirm any menu or booking details directly before you go.
Compared with another Sydney option such as Saint Peter, Fred's is the better pick when the brief is simply a Sydney meal with confirmed wine recognition rather than a choice based on a specific cuisine, format, or dish. Other names to consider in the same broader planning set include 10 William St and Porcine, depending on what kind of night you want.
First-timers should keep the booking simple
The main decision is occasion fit. Fred's is easiest to plan around when the group is comfortable with the published hours and smart casual dress code, when the wine recognition is relevant to the booking. It is less useful if you need a clearly verified price point, a published tasting format, or other specific service details before committing.
For a broader scan before choosing, use our full Sydney restaurants guide. If the night needs a second stop, our full Sydney bars guide is the better planning companion than trying to force another restaurant into the same evening.
Frequently Asked Questions
What should I wear to Fred's?
Fred's has a smart casual dress code. Aim for neat, dinner-ready clothing rather than beach-casual.
What are alternatives to Fred's in Sydney?
Other venues to consider include 10 William St, Izy.Aki, Saint Peter, Don Pedros, Porcine. Choose between them based on the kind of meal you want and the details each venue confirms for your date.
Is lunch or dinner better at Fred's?
Fred's is open 4–11 PM Tuesday to Thursday and 12–11 PM Friday to Sunday. It is closed Monday. Choose the timing that best matches your plans, confirm any date-specific details directly with the venue.
What should I order at Fred's?
The verified information does not confirm specific dishes or signature orders. The strongest confirmed signal is Star Wine List recognition for 2026, so consider asking the team for current guidance when you visit.
Can Fred's accommodate groups?
Verified group-size details are not available here. If you are booking for a group, contact Fred's directly to confirm availability and the most suitable arrangement.
Is Fred's good for a special occasion?
Fred's can be a good choice if the confirmed details suit your occasion: Sydney location, smart casual dress code, published opening hours, Star Wine List recognition for 2026. Confirm menus, pricing, booking requirements directly before making it the plan.
Location
380 Oxford St, Paddington NSW 2021, Australia
Sydney, Australia
Compare Fred's
| Venue | Location | Cuisine | Awards |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fred's | Sydney | , | Star Wine List (2026) |
| 10 William St | Sydney | , | , |
| Izy.Aki | Sydney | , | , |
| Saint Peter | Sydney | Australian Seafood | , |
| Don Pedros | Sydney | , | , |
| Porcine | Sydney | , | , |
How Fred's Sydney compares with similar nearby venues.
Also Consider
- 10 William St, Notable alternative
- Izy.Aki, Notable alternative
- Saint Peter, Australian Seafood, Australian Seafood
- Don Pedros, Notable alternative
- Porcine, Notable alternative
How Fred's compares in Sydney
Choose Fred's when the priority is a wine-aware Paddington meal with enough polish for a date or small-group dinner. 10 William St is the closest cross-shop for a similarly wine-led night, it is the safer alternative if the group wants a looser, neighborhood-restaurant feel.
Saint Peter is the clearer pick when seafood is the whole brief, especially for diners who want the meal to have a sharper culinary focus. Fred's is broader by comparison, which helps for mixed-preference tables but gives less certainty if someone is choosing based on cuisine alone.
Izy.Aki, Don Pedros, Porcine make more sense when the group wants a more specific mood or food direction. If the goal is a special-occasion Sydney dinner with wine credibility but without narrowing the meal too much, Fred's remains the cleaner first choice.
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