Hollywood star Meg Ryan appears to be back on the Hollywood dating scene after she was spotted enjoying a string of romantic dinners with Australian actor Julian McMahon.

The 'Sleepless in Seattle' actress took a break from romance following the end of her marriage to Dennis Quaid and split from Russell Crowe in 2000, concentrating on raising son Jack Henry and adopted daughter Daisy, Contactmusic reported.

The actress has recently been photographed on several "cosy" dates with McMahon in Los Angeles, sparking rumours that she has found love again.

McMahon, who has been divorced twice, was most recently linked to model Kelly Paniagua, but his representative was unable to confirm whether they are still in a relationship.