Restaurant in Sydney, Australia
Gran Torino
225Pearl PointsSteak-first pick
About Gran Torino
Gran Torino is worth booking when the brief is a steak-led dinner in Double Bay, not when the group wants a broad all-purpose Sydney meal. The case is strongest for dine-in: steak is not a natural takeout format, so choose it for a proper restaurant night rather than an at-home order.
Gran Torino is a Sydney venue with a clear verified signal for steak diners: it appears at #27 in the World's Best Steaks 101 Best Steak Restaurants list for 2026. The practical read is direct: consider it when the brief is a steak-focused meal in Sydney, with smart casual dress and published hours on most days.
A better call when the table specifically wants steak
Gran Torino is best framed as a focused Sydney booking rather than a catch-all restaurant choice. The confirmed details point to a venue led by Richard Purdue and Ervin Mumajesi, with recognition tied specifically to steak. That makes the decision easier: choose it when the group wants a steak-oriented meal, and compare other Sydney dining rooms when the plan calls for something different.
The hours are also useful for planning. Gran Torino is closed on Monday, opens 6–11 PM on Tuesday, 12–11 PM on Wednesday and Thursday, 4–10 PM on Friday, 12–11 PM on Saturday, and 12–10 PM on Sunday. Those hours show several days with service beginning at noon, but the verified information does not specify a separate lunch menu, pricing, seating format, or dietary program.
Plan around the verified details
The confirmed public details are limited, so avoid building the booking around assumptions. Gran Torino has a smart casual dress code, named chef/owners Richard Purdue and Ervin Mumajesi, and a 2026 World's Best Steaks ranking. Details such as takeout, delivery, bar seating, wine focus, menu format, prices, seat count, and allergy accommodations should be checked directly with the venue before relying on them.
For a wider scan before committing, use our full Sydney restaurants guide; if the night may continue elsewhere, check our full Sydney bars guide as well.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Gran Torino good for solo dining?
It can be, if you specifically want a steak-focused meal in Sydney. The verified hours include evening service from Tuesday to Sunday, with service beginning at noon on Wednesday, Thursday, Saturday, and Sunday. If you are comparing other options, Twenty-One Espresso may be another venue to check.
Can Gran Torino accommodate groups?
The verified information does not specify seating capacity or private dining. It may suit a group that wants a steak-focused Sydney booking, but group size, seating, and availability should be confirmed directly with the venue. BARTIGA or CARMELA Nonna of Piccolina may also be worth comparing.
Can I eat at the bar at Gran Torino?
Do not plan around bar dining unless that is confirmed when you arrange the booking. The verified details include Sydney location, hours, smart casual dress code, and the chef/owner names Richard Purdue and Ervin Mumajesi, but they do not confirm a bar-only setup. If you want another comparison, Saké Restaurant & Bar Double Bay may be worth checking as well.
What is Gran Torino known for?
Gran Torino is a Sydney venue associated with steak recognition, including a #27 listing in the World's Best Steaks 101 Best Steak Restaurants ranking for 2026. The verified chef/owners are Richard Purdue and Ervin Mumajesi.
Location
24 Bay St, Double Bay NSW 2028, Australia
Sydney, Australia
Compare Gran Torino
| Venue | Awards |
|---|---|
| Gran Torino | World's Best Steaks 101 Best Steak Restaurants #27 (2026) |
| Margaret | |
| Twenty-One Espresso | |
| BARTIGA | |
| Saké Restaurant & Bar Double Bay | |
| CARMELA Nonna of Piccolina |
What to weigh when choosing between Gran Torino and comparable nearby venues.
Also Consider
- Margaret, Notable alternative
- Twenty-One Espresso, Notable alternative
- BARTIGA, Notable alternative
- Saké Restaurant & Bar Double Bay, Notable alternative
- CARMELA Nonna of Piccolina, Notable alternative
How Gran Torino compares in Double Bay and nearby Sydney
Choose Gran Torino when the group wants a steak-led dinner and an easier eastern-suburbs plan. Margaret is the stronger choice for a broader special-occasion meal with more range, but it is also the booking to expect more competition around. Gran Torino is the more targeted call: less useful for a mixed brief, better when beef is the point.
Saké Restaurant & Bar Double Bay is a better fit for sushi, sake, and groups that want a livelier Japanese restaurant format. BARTIGA makes more sense for a relaxed local night where ambiance and flexibility matter more than a steak focus. If the decision is about value for money, Gran Torino needs the table to want the steak experience; otherwise, BARTIGA is likely the safer social pick.
Twenty-One Espresso and CARMELA Nonna of Piccolina sit in a more casual lane, so use them when the meal does not need the weight of a full dinner booking. For a returning diner, the choice is clear: Gran Torino for a focused steak night, Margaret for the more polished splurge, Saké for group energy, and BARTIGA for the easier local fallback.
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