Solera Restaurant

Sydney Street's got plenty of posturing, but Solera cuts through it with straightforward Spanish food that doesn't need the hype. You're looking at a proper tapas setup where you can roll in alone with a glass of sherry and three plates, or bring mates and do the whole sharing thing without feeling like you've mortgaged your flat. The kind of spot where regulars know what to order and staff actually seem pleased you're there—no theatre, just decent croquetas, jamón, and the sort of wine list that makes sense rather than showing off.