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Opera Bar
Restaurant Hubert
Bennelong
The Rook
Restaurant Hubert
Establishment Precinct
The Rooftop Sydney
The Restaurant Pendolino
The Bar
The Grounds of the City
The Gidley
Steersons Steakhouse
Reviews
The best burger I have ever had in my 30 years alive. Little too dark inside for me but the food was exceptional. The potatoes gratin were also possibly top 3 I’ve ever had.
Only big negative is we had a lot of leftovers and it seems they don’t let you take any food home? Not sure but we didn’t ask !
Only big negative is we had a lot of leftovers and it seems they don’t let you take any food home? Not sure but we didn’t ask !
I'm so glad we discovered this place! The restaurant vibe was like stepping back in time to the 1920's/30s...The food was so good, quality gourmet style. Friendly staff. Nice vintage jazz music playing in the background. I would definitely recommend visiting this restaurant if you want a unique dining experience :)
PSALM 1 Nov 2023 waitress - You are so
UNFORGETTABLE - 1 Nov. 2023
Some of the best coffee in Sydney! The tasting board for two was a very nice set of well made drinks; none of which had a hint of bitterness, most surprisingly the cold brew which was so smooth and sweet my boyfriend wish he could take a few gallons with him back to the South Korea. The beef steak was very good and so filling as well.
To top it off the milk-chocolate passion fruit dessert was a very nice patisserie-style desert without too much heaviness.
Do yourself a favor; come with some friends, have some good food and some good coffee and enjoy the great environment they have set up for you!
UNFORGETTABLE - 1 Nov. 2023
Some of the best coffee in Sydney! The tasting board for two was a very nice set of well made drinks; none of which had a hint of bitterness, most surprisingly the cold brew which was so smooth and sweet my boyfriend wish he could take a few gallons with him back to the South Korea. The beef steak was very good and so filling as well.
To top it off the milk-chocolate passion fruit dessert was a very nice patisserie-style desert without too much heaviness.
Do yourself a favor; come with some friends, have some good food and some good coffee and enjoy the great environment they have set up for you!
Fantastic restaurant! Best steak I’ve had in a long time. I had the boneless rib eye chop which had been smoked on cherry wood and bourbon and cooked perfectly. Great service and atmosphere, particularly the booths which were a cosy touch for a long lunch. Highly recommend it for any occasion - business, friends or romantic.
Lovely restaurant, the food was very tasty with good choices. Quiet atmosphere made it easy to converse. Staff were friendly and attentive. Will definitely go back.
What a gorgeous place! It’s like an old fashioned bar / restaurant in the middle of Sydney which is really cool. They take your phones off you when you’re seated which we actually really liked - even though we wanted pictures! The steak is incredible - some of the best we’ve ever had. The chips and asparagus were great sides; I tried the hash browns but I wasn’t a fan - they tasted like crisps (or chips if you’re American) to me as they were very finely cut and very crispy. The drinks were delicious too - you can ask for cocktails that aren’t on the menu which was great. Service was excellent!!! The attention to detail was great and they were incredibly attentive. Would definitely visit again!
Steersons steakhouse has the best tasting steak. Ordered the Certified Angus – Wagga Wagga, NSW Bone in Rib-Eye 650g it was so tender and juicy. It was cooked medium to perfection. I also want to mention and thank Steersons Steakhouse for having a wonderful & extraordinary waitress named Dee who was so attentive at all times and always smiling during our time dining in at Steersons. Dee provided us with the warmest hospitality that any guest could ever wanted from a high level restaurant like Steersons Steakhouse. Highly recommended
Excellent service. However the food quality was a let down. I’ve ordered the $39 lobster bisque pasta only to find a huge clump and the dish is lukewarm. The sauce is tasty but I feel like i am eating leftover pasta reheated in microwave. Should have ordered pastries instead. Ambience wise, well decorated interior and very loud.
Edward & Joey have gone beyond and above and thank you for your high level of 5 stars service you presented to us.
A great option if you’re feeling like a steak. I had the dry aged r-bone steak, part of the specials menu. Quite flavourful with the garlic and thyme butter. Chose the side of chips because…why not?
Great place to pop into while having a break in town, plus the Best Club Sandwich in Sydney. Cocktails, Kirin Beer and other eats available (Popcorn chicken, Satays). Yum!
This restaurant came to use highly recommended so despite not being an avid fan of French cuisine or jazz, we made the booking. Colour me converted! The atmosphere is just buzzing and contrary to my fears, the live music provided a pleasant and ambient backdrop and didn’t get in the way of conversation. The food was just divine, from the very first bite of a humble-looking confit field mushroom that totally knocked my socks off, to the flavour bomb that was the escargot and the melty yet crispy confit duck. We loved our dinner here!
We had afternoon coffee , great and beautiful presentation of coffee. I have ordered deconstruction hot mocca However there is 0 level of hotness. Another order was iced mocca, it was good. Desserts were good, delicious and good size. Service was excellent. Staffs are friendly. Atmosphere is good. Beautiful decoration inside.
Booked for a birthday and didn't disappoint. Service was top-notch from Harry. Great atmosphere. My personal fave was the prawn cocktail. The seasoned deep-fried prawn head was a tasty touch. Their serving size was pretty good compared to other restaurants with the same price range.
We were super excited to try Hubert after all the hype and great reviews. We even booked a month in advance! But we were let down by the food.
The duck parfait wasn't really to our liking - it was very rich. I can understand the appeal but it wasn't for us.The steak tartare was again quite rich and quite salty as well. This set the tone for the rest of the meal which continued to be overpoweringly salty. The chicken was beautifully tender but the flavours lacked the complexity and tastiness I would expect for a $95 plate of food. Overall, the food wasn't worth the high price tag.
The staff were super nice though and we got free macarons as it was our anniversary! I also appreciated that they asked for any dietary requirements after we ordered.
The ambiance was great too but the lighting was a little too dim for us. Each to their own, but we would probably never visit again.
The duck parfait wasn't really to our liking - it was very rich. I can understand the appeal but it wasn't for us.The steak tartare was again quite rich and quite salty as well. This set the tone for the rest of the meal which continued to be overpoweringly salty. The chicken was beautifully tender but the flavours lacked the complexity and tastiness I would expect for a $95 plate of food. Overall, the food wasn't worth the high price tag.
The staff were super nice though and we got free macarons as it was our anniversary! I also appreciated that they asked for any dietary requirements after we ordered.
The ambiance was great too but the lighting was a little too dim for us. Each to their own, but we would probably never visit again.
One of my all time favourite restaurants in Sydney and the very best opulent steak house you will find anywhere in the country. No others come close.
The Gidley understands hospitality and the team running this restaurant are absolute pros at what they do.
Last night my group of 4 were so well looked after. We were seated for cocktails first at 6pm in the bar then moved to our beautiful booth seating. My husband and our friends hadn’t been before and I was so looking forward to introducing them to The Gidley- it did not disappoint!
The lovely polish gentleman Matt (I believe this was him name) who looked after us gave us excellent recommendations and was so on top of everything along with the others on the floor.
The ambience, the food, the drinks- everything was superb. You can’t find a single flaw.
I only give Google recommendations to businesses that I believe are extremely worthy and The Gidley is that and more. I can’t wait for the next time. Thank you so much for a perfect night!
The Gidley understands hospitality and the team running this restaurant are absolute pros at what they do.
Last night my group of 4 were so well looked after. We were seated for cocktails first at 6pm in the bar then moved to our beautiful booth seating. My husband and our friends hadn’t been before and I was so looking forward to introducing them to The Gidley- it did not disappoint!
The lovely polish gentleman Matt (I believe this was him name) who looked after us gave us excellent recommendations and was so on top of everything along with the others on the floor.
The ambience, the food, the drinks- everything was superb. You can’t find a single flaw.
I only give Google recommendations to businesses that I believe are extremely worthy and The Gidley is that and more. I can’t wait for the next time. Thank you so much for a perfect night!
Kellie and the team were nothing short of amazing. Great venue, great food, great staff
My husband and I have been coming to steersons for years. The food is amazing! The staff are amazing! And the atmosphere is great! A massive shoutout to our wonderful waiter on the weekend, Florence, she may only be new to the restaurant but she knew the menu and had amazing service. The gentleman behind the bar makes an amazing cocktail too!! See you next year for our next date night no kids!
great steakhouse at darling harbour!! steak is wellcooked, juicy and tender, beef wellington was really yum 🤤
highly rec the duck pastrami entre, it was so good!! be prepared for a tiny portion and order more :) the atmostphere is great, romantic yet cosy. this is a perfect place for a couple dates, or a family dinner!
highly rec the duck pastrami entre, it was so good!! be prepared for a tiny portion and order more :) the atmostphere is great, romantic yet cosy. this is a perfect place for a couple dates, or a family dinner!
We visited the Rook for the father's day special today and couldn't have had a better experience. The waitors were friendly and efficient. The set menu was delicious and generous. The decor is amazing and we would definitely like to renew the experience. Well done team, you made our day!
Loved it! What a cool space! Purple flowers everywhere 🪻🪻.
Had the eggplant fettuccine and of course a cosmopolitan! Great way to spend a lunch .
Had the eggplant fettuccine and of course a cosmopolitan! Great way to spend a lunch .
Celebrated my 10 year anniversary at the Rook. We were warmly greeted and was thankful for the beautiful gestures and drinks upon arrival. It was a nice surprise! We ordered lobster rolls which were tasty and fresh (albeit a bit smaller than i was expecting), beef sliders which were well cooked and scrumptious and crab pasta which was fair. Ended the meal with donut fries and ice-cream which were amazing and delicious - definitely a must! Overall, had a lovely experience. We felt taken care off with the exemplary service.
Finally ticked this one off the list 🥰
We ordered the sea urchin caviar sliders, escargot & gnocchi to start. Then had really delicious chicken and steak mains with a side of veggies & potatoes. The atmosphere was really good and service was excellent 👌🏼
Would love to come back again when I visit Sydney next in Feb 🤍
We ordered the sea urchin caviar sliders, escargot & gnocchi to start. Then had really delicious chicken and steak mains with a side of veggies & potatoes. The atmosphere was really good and service was excellent 👌🏼
Would love to come back again when I visit Sydney next in Feb 🤍
Roast chicken, roast chicken, roast chicken.
Been a couple of times and that roast chicken just does not disappoint.
Duck parfait amazing.
Steaks are average IMO.
Mushroom with pepper sauce is also super tasty.
Puff pastry desert with cream is to die for.
Impeccable service.
Super cool vibe and extremely awesome fit our.
Can’t complain at all.
Been a couple of times and that roast chicken just does not disappoint.
Duck parfait amazing.
Steaks are average IMO.
Mushroom with pepper sauce is also super tasty.
Puff pastry desert with cream is to die for.
Impeccable service.
Super cool vibe and extremely awesome fit our.
Can’t complain at all.
It’s nice and chill here, people not just from overseas would come here, the food is fine and many many seagulls are around. Always happy to come.
Pendolino in the Strand Arcade stands as a true Sydney institution in the realm of fine dining. It consistently maintains its reputation by delivering not only the finest tasting food but also exemplary service that sets it apart. The noteworthy wine list further enhances the dining experience. Pendolino's enduring excellence makes it a must-visit for those seeking a combination of culinary mastery, attentive service, and an ambiance that captures the essence of Sydney's dining scene.
This was my first time in Australia, and I definitely wanted to taste an Australian steak. So I was eager to experience it firsthand. I ordered the aged steak. The steak lacked the flavor that I was expecting. I can prepare a better steak at home. The mashed potatoes were overwhipped, bland, and greasy. The bread was a bit stale. I even saw one of the cooks eating and plating food. Despite the disappointing steak and mashed potatoes, the attentive and welcoming service made up for it. The restaurant wait staff went above and beyond to ensure a pleasant dining experience, which left a positive impression on me.
"The restaurant had a wonderful atmosphere with a live jazz band playing during our dinner. The food was delicious, especially the duck liver parfait and the striploin steak. Don't skip the dessert. Overall, a 5-star experience."
Cannot fault Bennelong, the food, service, vibe and view is worth the money. I may be biased, but Bennelong would have the best location in Sydney with incredible views from your table. Went on a Sunday to experience the Jazz during lunch and it did not disappoint. Good choice for the 3 courses of lunch, could maybe have one or two more to fill me but it was all delicious and matched the venue. The service was kind and prompt, accommodating a change in the final course. It is an expensive restaurant but well worth it and will be returning and cannot recommend enough.
How can you go wrong with such an iconic location? The view is amazing, sit on the upper deck if it is not too cold. At least to start with. We were fortunate to be there as the sun went down which gives stunning vistas. The city skyline, THE bridge and the Opera House.
The food is good, not too much of a wait, was a chilly evening and not too crowded.
We had the burger which was delicious, the meat was so juicy. Comes with plenty of chips so beware.
Also beware of the seagulls that will pinch food off your plate- so make use of the food covers they provide.
We also had the harissa eggplant which was delicious.
I forget the name of the red- it was OK with food.
The spiced rum was excellent. Sweeter rather than dry. Spice was mild and nicely balanced. No heat.
Staff are super friendly and even on a cold night there is an enthusiastic buzz.
The food is good, not too much of a wait, was a chilly evening and not too crowded.
We had the burger which was delicious, the meat was so juicy. Comes with plenty of chips so beware.
Also beware of the seagulls that will pinch food off your plate- so make use of the food covers they provide.
We also had the harissa eggplant which was delicious.
I forget the name of the red- it was OK with food.
The spiced rum was excellent. Sweeter rather than dry. Spice was mild and nicely balanced. No heat.
Staff are super friendly and even on a cold night there is an enthusiastic buzz.
Absolutely loved our experience at The Gidley! Great service, food and atmosphere. No pictures of food or drinks to show because they do take your phone away to ensure to socially connect and enjoy each part of the experience (which actually I loved more than I thought I would!). Definitely get the burger, and the rib-eye! 100% would recommend to anyone!
Amazing restaurant located inside the Opera house. The food and service is great. You can book either the bar counters or tables for dining. Both make for a good experience. Interior is amazing with a view of the City, Ferries and the bridge. Two courses are from around $150 and $190 for three. We did the two course and it was plenty. Service is excellent too and they are very attentive. Bookings are essential. Definitely recommended.
I had brunch with a friend there as a celebratory one for a professional achievement. The attendants were very friendly and attentive. They had a live band playing while we were there. It’s a pricey location but worth it if you are celebrating or just want a fancy place to eat and have classy drinks. They were so kind to give us two cute macrons as a celebratory acknowledgement. I appreciated the thought.
I had a fantastic time at The Grounds of the City. Despite my friend feeling unwell, a staff member went the extra mile to assist her, for this we’re most grateful. I’m sorry I didn’t ask your name, if you’re reading this review, please know we’re most grateful and commend you on your empathy, professionalism and maturity.
The delicious beverages and lunch were thoroughly enjoyed, and the ambiance made it feel like we could be anywhere in the world. Thankfully the experience was superbly enjoyed and easier because we booked our table a couple of days ago and didn’t have to wait or discover there wasn’t a table free. Thank you!
The delicious beverages and lunch were thoroughly enjoyed, and the ambiance made it feel like we could be anywhere in the world. Thankfully the experience was superbly enjoyed and easier because we booked our table a couple of days ago and didn’t have to wait or discover there wasn’t a table free. Thank you!
Been to Opera a few times the atmosphere is just a place you can go to relax and take in the outstanding view of the Sydney harbour and the opera house. Good I have experienced at opera bar has always been great food. So if you haven’t tried Opera bar give it a go. Have a drink some food and soak up the view and hoping it’s good weather
I’ve had Hubert on my list to visit for years now and my partner made a booking for our birthdays recently. The experience was amazing, the ambience is immaculate. Incredibly romantic live jazz music and candle lit seating. The food was divine, the duck parfait is definitely a must order. The roe boat was melt in the mouth, creamy and sweet.
The only let down was the sirloin, it was ok nothing mind blowing. I will definitely be back in future to try out there other menu options
The only let down was the sirloin, it was ok nothing mind blowing. I will definitely be back in future to try out there other menu options
Great atmosphere both for business and romantic outings, but the wine service was a little pushy.. and the food was average at best. Pity, for AUD 150-200 per head. Extensive wine list though, with fair restaurant wine prices. Desserts were the best part, creative and tasty.
Excellent service from the waitress in white shirt who came to take the order from us. Dessert and coffee was delightful. I would recommend to reserve table otherwise it will be long wait with very welcoming attitude and plenty of space. We would love to come back here again.
Everything that I did mentioned above is not what we receive from here.
Moreover, when I asked the bill from her she even put the dirty dish from another table in front of me that was totally unacceptable for customers service. Also I would recommend you to have the QR code to order that should be better from the table service that we received from staff.
The only star I put here is the good looking decoration and shop atmosphere.
Everything that I did mentioned above is not what we receive from here.
Moreover, when I asked the bill from her she even put the dirty dish from another table in front of me that was totally unacceptable for customers service. Also I would recommend you to have the QR code to order that should be better from the table service that we received from staff.
The only star I put here is the good looking decoration and shop atmosphere.
Lovely Lunch at the Opera Bar on a glorious day with a glorious view. Had cold seafood platter and Sashimi. Very nice. Would have liked a creamy sauce for the prawns. A seagull swiped our Kingfish which the Opera Bar kindly replaced. $180 for 2 dishes and a bottle of wine.
As a part of my Sperm Donation Australia tour of Sydney, I visited this cool rooftop bar. The layout out with the floral was amazing. Had a lovely lobster roll to go with my G&T
The place lives up to the hype, Hubert gives the french cuisine a delicious touch. The live jazz on weekday nights was amazing. The staff is very nice, took the effort to explain us the menu and checked in a few times. The vibe to this place is very unique, its a must visit!
One of Sydney's best fine dining restaurants. Lovely ambience with incredible food. My personal favourite was their sashimi scallops which was really fresh. The waitstaff were attentive and friendly. Can't wait to come back.
Probably one of the best steaks I've had in Sydney. The spinalis was such a great cut and cooked to perfection. Everything about that cut was so good. Then the English roast was a great alternative to the steak. So much flavour, though its definitely a sharing piece. The burger is quite delicious, but I found the bacon better on its own thing, but the egg was great.
They brought out a surprise bagel with some dips, and they were warm. The taramosalata was easy best sauce with it. We wanted something different for the entre, and the deep fried prawn heads were awesome though I can see that some people wouldn't like to eat a prawn head. Wrapped with lettuce dipped into the sauce, so good.
There wasn't too much to write home about with the sides and desserts, but it was good enough for me. Enjoyable way to end the meal. The entrance can be hard to find, but its located down some steps. Highly recommend getting a booking first.
They brought out a surprise bagel with some dips, and they were warm. The taramosalata was easy best sauce with it. We wanted something different for the entre, and the deep fried prawn heads were awesome though I can see that some people wouldn't like to eat a prawn head. Wrapped with lettuce dipped into the sauce, so good.
There wasn't too much to write home about with the sides and desserts, but it was good enough for me. Enjoyable way to end the meal. The entrance can be hard to find, but its located down some steps. Highly recommend getting a booking first.
This is probably one of the most sought-after restaurants in Sydney. I booked one month in advance to secure the reservation!
Great vibe! The delightful live jazz music playing each night! Staff members were incredibly welcoming and helpful. It’s an ideal venue for celebrating special occasions like birthdays or anniversaries.
For the food. snails were delicious, and the desserts were particularly enjoyable. I’m already looking forward to returning for my anniversary.
Great vibe! The delightful live jazz music playing each night! Staff members were incredibly welcoming and helpful. It’s an ideal venue for celebrating special occasions like birthdays or anniversaries.
For the food. snails were delicious, and the desserts were particularly enjoyable. I’m already looking forward to returning for my anniversary.
This place has saved Australia. After six weeks of traveling across the country, it was the first true culinary experience that we have really enjoyed. The service was exquisite. The French lady (Elina?) was very patient and explained every single dish. The food was full of flavor and cooked to perfection. The location creates high hopes but you really exceeded our expectations.
Really beautifully decorated bar with good service. Didn’t try the food but very cute bar for date nights and with friends. Archway in the entrance if you’re looking for the perfect instagram shot
We arrived well before closing time but they refused to serve us because they had already done “last call”, apparently. I firmly believe that five (four?) star hotels should honour their closing times but apparently hospitality is dead at the Fullerton.
Located beside the Sydney Opera House and hence the name. There is a paid parking lot inside the building but the parking rate is very very high.
The location is great. We went there around 6pm but it was very very crowded. We have to walk a few rounds to get the seats.
The waiters are good. Food is good. Great environment. You can see the Sydney Bridge and opera house from the bar.
It is a good place to chill and hangout with a beautiful view.
The location is great. We went there around 6pm but it was very very crowded. We have to walk a few rounds to get the seats.
The waiters are good. Food is good. Great environment. You can see the Sydney Bridge and opera house from the bar.
It is a good place to chill and hangout with a beautiful view.
My favorite bar in Sydney!!
The food, the vibe, the view and the staffs are all perfect!
We love the prawn pizza so much! The vibe was chill also romantic! The view was so amazing…!
You can take a walk around opera house after dinner!
I love here so much and will definitely visit soon!
The food, the vibe, the view and the staffs are all perfect!
We love the prawn pizza so much! The vibe was chill also romantic! The view was so amazing…!
You can take a walk around opera house after dinner!
I love here so much and will definitely visit soon!
The team at Hubert’s provided my wife with a magical birthday dinner. They kindly gave us the table right in front of the stage, with a band playing, fantastic food and a beautiful ambience. The standout dishes for us were the crab starter, the lobster tail, sirloin steak (cooked to absolute perfection), the fries and the chocolate tart. We will, without doubt be back again. Amazing. Can’t wait to get back here.
We celebrate my boy friend’s birthday at Bennelong. The location was great - just in opera house (but you need to get in from the ground floor not from the stairs outside). The gentleman at the front desk was super welcoming but it took a while for us to be seated. All the food came really slow and took forever to get the bill in the end. But I guess it’s vivid Sydney time so the kitchen was under quite lot of pressure?
I like the turnip salad, multiple layers of taste and very refreshing but I won’t recommend the xo squid because the fried eggplant has a strong taste that almost took away the focus on the squid. Confit duck with sausage was quite nice - I like the tenderness. Pavlova has a better look than the taste.
Overall a nice restaurant with great location/view and a fair price considering the higher inflation recently.
I like the turnip salad, multiple layers of taste and very refreshing but I won’t recommend the xo squid because the fried eggplant has a strong taste that almost took away the focus on the squid. Confit duck with sausage was quite nice - I like the tenderness. Pavlova has a better look than the taste.
Overall a nice restaurant with great location/view and a fair price considering the higher inflation recently.
We didn't have food, so I can't give it a rating - but the staff were very attentive to the correctness of the drinks & even remembered for us what we'd had- for the next day. For the establishment that it is, I didn't think it was overly expensive either 🥂😊
It was a great day when I was there. Gorgeous blue skies and a good temp. The bar sits right along the water below the Opera House with a good view of the Harbor Bridge. The staff is nice and friendly. The food was excellent we ordered the Feta Arancini and the Prawn roll. Both were fresh and so so tasty.
This is an excellent spot to enjoy the afternoon or evening with friends or by yourself. For a drink and bite. A perfect place to view some of Sydney's And Australia's Iconic landmarks.
This is an excellent spot to enjoy the afternoon or evening with friends or by yourself. For a drink and bite. A perfect place to view some of Sydney's And Australia's Iconic landmarks.
Came here during Vivid on a weekday. There was a band & they're quite good.
It was so busy, you can't book but we're lucky to get a table.
The service is really slow but it was packed so I don't blame them.
The prices for drinks and food are to be expected on the pricey side but you can't beat the location and atmosphere.
Pizza was very salty, sweet potato fries was the best thing we had & we had seconds. Salt & pepper squid was bland.
It was so busy, you can't book but we're lucky to get a table.
The service is really slow but it was packed so I don't blame them.
The prices for drinks and food are to be expected on the pricey side but you can't beat the location and atmosphere.
Pizza was very salty, sweet potato fries was the best thing we had & we had seconds. Salt & pepper squid was bland.
We went there to have dinner before go to a Movie during the Sydney Film Festival. And very conveniently they have a pre theatre menu. That includes a tasting plate with 4 bite-sized experiences. 2 of them I liked very much, simply delicious. The sweet corn soup was good. And one of the options was very salty for my taste.
Talking about salt, I would like to suggest to the chef to keep a little bit of salt at the table to enhance the flavours of the three types of olive oils on the table.
The experience is great, although for the first and third olive oil option the salt bring more the fruitness of the third oil and balance better the lemon olive oil.
Regarding the dish, I can say is one of the best pasta dishes I've had in Sydney. I had the blond duck bolognese and was perfect in every bite. Be aware, the dish has nothing even close to a traditional bolognese. Is a white sauce base dish. But was amazing. Well balanced and executed. My wife had the ravioli, and was perfect as well. But my favourite was the duck.
We had the merengue dessert, such well thought dish. Where we got an entree for the dessert, that was a new thing for me, and then the dessert well balanced with all elements right. Sweet, acidity, crunchy.
About the wine service, was very good with attention to detail. Nothing to complain about it.
At the end we got nice chocolate balls 😋. That was a surprise.
Probably we will go back for the 6 course menu, but the 2 course menu already made my night.
Talking about salt, I would like to suggest to the chef to keep a little bit of salt at the table to enhance the flavours of the three types of olive oils on the table.
The experience is great, although for the first and third olive oil option the salt bring more the fruitness of the third oil and balance better the lemon olive oil.
Regarding the dish, I can say is one of the best pasta dishes I've had in Sydney. I had the blond duck bolognese and was perfect in every bite. Be aware, the dish has nothing even close to a traditional bolognese. Is a white sauce base dish. But was amazing. Well balanced and executed. My wife had the ravioli, and was perfect as well. But my favourite was the duck.
We had the merengue dessert, such well thought dish. Where we got an entree for the dessert, that was a new thing for me, and then the dessert well balanced with all elements right. Sweet, acidity, crunchy.
About the wine service, was very good with attention to detail. Nothing to complain about it.
At the end we got nice chocolate balls 😋. That was a surprise.
Probably we will go back for the 6 course menu, but the 2 course menu already made my night.
Coming from Italy went here to try some Italian food however I believe this is more like Aussie/Italian food rather than authentic Italian food.
The staff are really friendly and professional and the food was quite good. Just a bit too salty for our taste but the flavours were interesting.
The vibe was good too.
Overall a nice romantic experience.
Worth a try
The staff are really friendly and professional and the food was quite good. Just a bit too salty for our taste but the flavours were interesting.
The vibe was good too.
Overall a nice romantic experience.
Worth a try
Had the vegetarian six course tasting menu with matching wines as part of the tasting menu, with matching wine pairings. Experience, ambiance, service and food was fantastic, as one would expect. Great place to celebrate a special occasion and/or create lasting memories.
Beautiful place! The customer service is very professional and friendly!
Food made really well and delicious!
Was served by Andrea and i was very impressed with her amzing service and hospitality! 10/10 would recommend a visit :)
Food made really well and delicious!
Was served by Andrea and i was very impressed with her amzing service and hospitality! 10/10 would recommend a visit :)
Nice place to have a dinner. Excellent staff and delicious stake!!
Good view ♡
Good view ♡
The food was superb. I had the King Crab Linguine and it was just the right amount before my jeans button was going to burst. I had to eat very bite of it!
My friends enjoyed their schnitzel and lamb very much so that one even licked the plate!
Service was professional and welcoming. Ambience and decor was well done as though you don't feel like you are in the city having a birthday lunch with friends on a weekday! Will come back to taste more items on the menu.
My friends enjoyed their schnitzel and lamb very much so that one even licked the plate!
Service was professional and welcoming. Ambience and decor was well done as though you don't feel like you are in the city having a birthday lunch with friends on a weekday! Will come back to taste more items on the menu.
Loved this dining experience! They didnt ask us how we liked our steak and it was a tad bir red to my liking but still delicious overall. Drinks were nice! The sides were better than expected, especially the mac n cheese.
Agree with the other reviews - the service is terrible. The staff are not present and won't take orders. Long wait times. Prices too high and servings very small. $8 for a coffee or tea is ridiculous. Plate of hot chips is $12 - a very small serving. Tables are dirty. It's a shame people are treated so poorly and over charged in a beautiful setting.
Friendly, impeccable service. Amazing location in the Sydney Opera House with views of harbour. Delicious courses with beautiful flavor and presentation. Can’t fault the entree and main courses, Desserts very artistic although could improve on taste. Definitely recommend!
Pendolino is an Italian restaurant, which serves food in either 3-, 4- or 6-course menus. Upon request, they provide an extra menu for vegans. For each course, you can choose from a couple of options, so you have several options (similar to the "regular" menu).
Considering the fact that the prices here are quite high (starting at 140$ per person for the 3 course menu), you should be able to expect a proper fine dining experience.
In terms of food, however, it was just okay. I clearly preferred some dishes over other dishes. Compared to the food my non-vegan friends had, some vegan dishes seemed a bit lacking (as if they had simply removed the non-vegan component). At other times, the plating was a bit "questionable".
But staff was lovely and service was very good. There were several waiters and waitresses providing us with information about food and drinks, and even supplied us with extra treats on the house.
The restaurant is located on the 2nd floor inside a shopping mall. The atmosphere is elegant and old-fashioned: Individual tables, wooden furntiure and white table cloth. Booking a table in advance is required.
Considering the fact that the prices here are quite high (starting at 140$ per person for the 3 course menu), you should be able to expect a proper fine dining experience.
In terms of food, however, it was just okay. I clearly preferred some dishes over other dishes. Compared to the food my non-vegan friends had, some vegan dishes seemed a bit lacking (as if they had simply removed the non-vegan component). At other times, the plating was a bit "questionable".
But staff was lovely and service was very good. There were several waiters and waitresses providing us with information about food and drinks, and even supplied us with extra treats on the house.
The restaurant is located on the 2nd floor inside a shopping mall. The atmosphere is elegant and old-fashioned: Individual tables, wooden furntiure and white table cloth. Booking a table in advance is required.
6 of us went to dinner. The service was impeccable with friendly staff and service. The food was well presented and even though it was fine dining a lot of work went into each dish. Compliments to the chef. If I needed to find something about this restaurant would be the price but overall an amazing night. Just an apology for leaving late, im sure the staff warned to go home but no one complained. And a huge thank you to the chefs who gave up complementary potatoes and salad. By the end of the night we were so full. Thank you to the chefs and staff for a memorable night.
My partner surprised me here for my birthday and it was a fantastic experience. We’re huge fans of Quay so our expectations were really high for this place and they were certainly met. The food and drinks were impeccable and the service staff were very attentive and went out of their way to make us feel special. I had a little cupcake and candle just before dessert which was very cute. Will definitely come back here again if we want to celebrate a special occasion!
Sensational dining experience with sensational food. The 1kg t-bone was melt in your mouth excellence. The side dishes were of excellent quality and size and the desserts were something of a master creator. I highly recommend dining there.
Easily the best fine dining restaurant in Sydney! The staff were incredibly friendly and helpful. The restaurant has limited availability, particularly for dinner, so I would definitely recommend booking beforehand.
We had the two course lunch and sat at the bar. Our waiter walked us through the menu and explained the options available to us, given our dietary restrictions. We were presenting with very generous servings of bread and sides, along with our two courses - needless to say, we were very full and satisfied by the end of the meal. The cocktail options were creative and delicious, making use of locally sourced alcohol and ingredients. I also really enjoyed the casual and relaxed atmosphere and you could not ask for a better location! 10/10 would recommend.
We had the two course lunch and sat at the bar. Our waiter walked us through the menu and explained the options available to us, given our dietary restrictions. We were presenting with very generous servings of bread and sides, along with our two courses - needless to say, we were very full and satisfied by the end of the meal. The cocktail options were creative and delicious, making use of locally sourced alcohol and ingredients. I also really enjoyed the casual and relaxed atmosphere and you could not ask for a better location! 10/10 would recommend.
Hidden gem, great drinks, great vibes. A bit hard to find at first but it's worth the find. It's lively but you can still hear your conversations (something I personally look for in bars). Staff were friendly and accomadating. Great service. All drinks were delicious.
Nice place overall. Good selection of drinks. Very good espresso martinis. Food was good as well and staff were really nice.
A hidden rooftop bar with great ambience. Loved the flower decor! My partner and I booked the Secret Garden menu, which came with an entree, a shared platter, and 2 hours of bottomless Spritz. The food and drinks were great and we definitely got our money's worth! We ordered the truffle fries as well, which were also delicious. Our servers were lovely and attentive (shout out to Nicole!).
The steak quality is very good, juicy and cooked just right. We tried different type of steak and everyone is really satisfied.
The price is certainly at the higher end though, (~$60 for a good piece of steak) and you might want to order sides given the steak you order only come with potato chips or potato mash, so you might pay a bit more for the meal. That said it is very filling!
Note that in the photo I provided it has salad and mushroom, they are actually additional orders from the sides. The mushroom is very good as well!
The price is certainly at the higher end though, (~$60 for a good piece of steak) and you might want to order sides given the steak you order only come with potato chips or potato mash, so you might pay a bit more for the meal. That said it is very filling!
Note that in the photo I provided it has salad and mushroom, they are actually additional orders from the sides. The mushroom is very good as well!
we had oliver and krizza as our servers
, absolutely amazing service. they catered to our every need and were so lovely to us. we are very grateful for the way they served us and will definitely be coming back! thankyou so much for making our experience so good!
, absolutely amazing service. they catered to our every need and were so lovely to us. we are very grateful for the way they served us and will definitely be coming back! thankyou so much for making our experience so good!
What an awesome little hidden gem.
Great ambience and vibe from the moment you walk out of the elevator. Step through the floral canary into an airy space that lifts one’s spirits.
The food was yummy and unique in its flavoring. Cocktails were delish and a great option on a summers afternoon.
Great for small group, couple or bigger groups.
Friendly staff.
Check it out!
Great ambience and vibe from the moment you walk out of the elevator. Step through the floral canary into an airy space that lifts one’s spirits.
The food was yummy and unique in its flavoring. Cocktails were delish and a great option on a summers afternoon.
Great for small group, couple or bigger groups.
Friendly staff.
Check it out!
It's a nice central location but that's it. The pizzas are bad and well over priced for what you get. The chips are so over priced for a very small portion. Mind you even if the portion was large it wouldn't improve the taste of the chips. Would I go back?? NO.
We had our work event here and absolutely loved it! Thank you to Kelli who helped us with the booking. The evening was seamless from start to finish, the staff was superb and took excellent care of us. A special thanks to Leo and Tom who were behind the bar.
The hospitality industry is challenging industry to work in, but seeing how the staff went above and beyond with the service and liaised with me so well was fantastic to see.
Food arrived quickly and was fresh and delicious, shoutout to the gentlemen (sorry didn't catch your name) who spoke with me throughout the evening on when I wanted the food to arrive and didn't have us wait around guessing when it would arrive.
We got a spot on The Rooftop and it was gorgeous during sunset. Many of my colleagues really loved this place, we will definitely be recommending this venue to other clients and hopefully will be back soon!
The hospitality industry is challenging industry to work in, but seeing how the staff went above and beyond with the service and liaised with me so well was fantastic to see.
Food arrived quickly and was fresh and delicious, shoutout to the gentlemen (sorry didn't catch your name) who spoke with me throughout the evening on when I wanted the food to arrive and didn't have us wait around guessing when it would arrive.
We got a spot on The Rooftop and it was gorgeous during sunset. Many of my colleagues really loved this place, we will definitely be recommending this venue to other clients and hopefully will be back soon!
Maybe I'm getting old but it was just too noisy, though the music was great. It was virtually impossible to talk 😆 The food was only average and drinks are expensive. Though if you want to dance it's great. It was packed but everybody was having a great time and security was good, quickly stepping in to escort out a couple who were too drunk. I'd go back again
Awesome rooftop bar, with a roof that opens and beautiful views over Darling Harbour. We enjoyed a great night out with colleagues, taking some high tables and enjoying the drinks and bar food. Great place to come with friends and workmates, both in small and larger groups. We’ll be back!
The staff were great and very accomodating. I ordered a Sydney along expected to be disappointed but it was a delight, full of flavour and with a hint of tropical notes, just like what sydney is all about!
The fish and chips were below par, with the use of frozen fish overfried with thick batter; the salad was delicious. Overall it is a pretty fab place to hang out on a lazy afternoon or early evening, but skip the food and go with drinks instead
The fish and chips were below par, with the use of frozen fish overfried with thick batter; the salad was delicious. Overall it is a pretty fab place to hang out on a lazy afternoon or early evening, but skip the food and go with drinks instead
absolutely amazing with Serve hot fried Cuttle fish and mayo sauce and Linguine Crab and Clam. Both of them 10/10 Never has a nice perfect dish with the depth of flavours as this before. Then can’t stop to come again next day for coffee ☕️and cake.
Atmosphere so nice food good look and taste ❤️5 star ⭐️ not enough. 🙌 bravo 🎉 guys.
Atmosphere so nice food good look and taste ❤️5 star ⭐️ not enough. 🙌 bravo 🎉 guys.
Great bottomless package with 3 hours of prosecco, beer and pizza for $60 in November. Nice views, and a really nice vibe. The service was also very good - the staff went out of their way to help and were super friendly. Would definitely recommend as a weekend experience.
This is so far my favourite afternoon tea in Sydney and Melbourne. The savoury pieces were unique and very delicious. Scones were on the smaller size but I found it to be perfect because scones at other places tend to be a tad too much for me. TWG tea was the cherry on top, nice and delicate taste.
We went to Mr Wong's and as usual it was brilliant
Visited here because of our Merivale gift card
Helpful staff
Food was okay
Helpful staff
Food was okay
Nice place for gathering and drinks 🍹 and view . The Bartenders are really nice 👍 and good to make drinks
Nice place to meet friends or business colleagues for a drink
A fantastic surprise as we were enjoying the food upstairs and was a fan of the music 🎶🎧
Suddenly they told us that they were closing upstairs and that we could come downstairs - and that was the greatest experience for a long time! Didn't knew that there were a downstairs and bum............ It's like a food court with different types of food; cheese etc. - and with a lovely jazz mood... Everybody was having a party and everything was just perfect! 🎈⭐
This is definitely a visit worthy in Sydney! 🥂☺️
Suddenly they told us that they were closing upstairs and that we could come downstairs - and that was the greatest experience for a long time! Didn't knew that there were a downstairs and bum............ It's like a food court with different types of food; cheese etc. - and with a lovely jazz mood... Everybody was having a party and everything was just perfect! 🎈⭐
This is definitely a visit worthy in Sydney! 🥂☺️
Wow .. such a great bar location and so well set up. Fantastic jazz music .. and who would know that this place was down this alley. Door opened spot on 5pm. So much heart and atmosphere. Great choices of wine, spirits, champagne. The atmosphere made me feel that I was in the 1920's of prohibition. Terrific art works. Went for an hour and left almost 4-5 hours later. Time went quick as a flash. We went as a group of 16. The place can cater for big or small groups. Also had decent choice of food.
So I was pleasantly surprised by this place. I received something very different than what I thought I had ordered. If I had known what I was ordering, I probably would not have ordered it, because raw stuff with nuts and grains just isnt my go-to order, but after I mixed everything up and poured the sauce over everything it tasted pretty good.
So this is the quinoa breakfast bowl. It doesnt look like much but once it's all mixed together it is pretty good, large, and it kept me full all day.
So this is the quinoa breakfast bowl. It doesnt look like much but once it's all mixed together it is pretty good, large, and it kept me full all day.
Dinner at Mr.Wong. Very good and friendly service. Big portion and superb!