This was not your typical Chinese restaurant. Mr Wong is located in a dark alley behind a busy road…read morearound Circular Quay in Sydney, Australia. The location was so off the typical path that if I didn't know about this restaurant, I would never have walked by and decided to stop by. The decor was classically Chinese and modern at the same time. On the traditional side, they had roasted ducks hanging off a rack, yet the interior was so beautifully and tastefully decorated that it didn't feel tacky or old-fashioned in an offensive way. The food was spot on. We ordered the following: 1. Kang-pao chicken 2. Bamboo, woodear and celery stir fry - this dish was punched with flavor, had great umami, my only complaint was that the bamboo shoots were a bit tough 3. Hot pot stuffed tofu with pork and shrimp in abalone sauce - this was a WINNER! This dish felt like home. It was so comforting and the flavors and textures were in perfect harmony. This dish was served hot which I loved since Sydney is still in winter. It was a perfect dish and the concept worked well. Service was excellent. 5/5 Ambiance was excellent 5/5 Food was good. 4.5/5 We had a great time! I recommend making a reservation. The place was full when we first arrived for lunch when it opened at noon on a Saturday.

Sometimes a restaurant nails every aspect. Mr Wong did it during my visit there and based on the…read morefoot traffic and wonderful reviews, it delivers every time. The restaurant is tucked away on a sort of back street. Kinda reminded me of the cool restaurants and speakeasies hidden in NYC's Chinatown. There are at least two floors from what I can see and the vibe is immaculate. Great date or group spot. My group had a reservation but we did have to wait a few minutes to be seated. Once we were, our server was awesome (I wish I remembered her name). But let's talk food. The oysters and Ora King Salmon were fantastic. We also ordered prawns, a certain beef order (I forget the exact names) as well as the special fried rice. Everything hit -- including the drinks. Looking forward to my next trip to Sydney (and hitting this spot up).

This restaurant was incredible. The cook on the steaks we had was amazing, perfect medium rare. We…read moregot the Ribeye and Rump Steaks and Beef Ribs as well as the Barramundi. We also got a lovely wedge salad and hassle back potato, as sides. The onion rings were the only thing not memorable. We loved the service and always had refills of water, wine, and cocktails and were too full for dessert lol but it was a nice experience for our last night in Sydney.

Booked a few weeks in advance and had a lovely seating area…read more The service was okay as we had to wait a while for someone to come take our order. They brought out my sides way before my main meal so the sides were cold by the time we ate it. I had to ask to get new sides as they weren't an appetizer. But overall really good food.

We stopped by The Rocks Cafe for breakfast and it was a fantastic experience from start to finish…read more The atmosphere was warm and welcoming, the staff were friendly and attentive, and the food arrived quickly despite the café being busy. Everything was fresh, well presented and full of flavour. The coffee was excellent and paired perfectly with breakfast. It's easy to see why this café is so popular with both locals and visitors exploring The Rocks. The location is also hard to beat, making it the perfect place to relax before or after walking around the historic area. Great food, great service and a lovely atmosphere. We'll definitely be back the next time we're in Sydney.

This is my first international review in NSW, as we are Yelp Elites visiting Sydney from the US…read more Since we were staying in The Rocks, we had to try The Rocks Cafe. We were bummed that the meat pies were sold out, but we were glad we got a chance to eat Kangaroo steak. That was our first opportunity and it was delicious. It was tender and flavorful. We also ordered calamari and schnitzel and they were good as well. Service was prompt and friendly, and we enjoyed the decor highlighting its early years as a penal colony. It was obviously a restaurant for tourists with tourists' prices and tip (gratuity) line for those not knowing that tipping is not customary in Australia. A bit sneaky. .

Excellent coffee, just perfect. Great food, friendly staff & an amazing ambiance…read more To all coffee lovers, it's a must try !

Nice little coffee shop with reasonable food. Great for a quick breakfast or lunch. Pleasant bright…read morespace and friendly service.

Yessss!!! I finally made it here. On the 2nd floor of Circular Quay, tucked back in the corner is…read morethis Malaysian gem. I got the chicken curry with rice and roti and curry. It was delicious and not too spicy They have sambal and chilies if you like extra heat but I'm a whuss and sweat like crazy when it's spicy so I just stay away. It doesn't sacrifice any flavor though which is nice!

This restaurant is no longer Jimmy's recipe, the new name is Hawker Star…read more I've eaten here several times, and everything on the menu is amazing. The laksa is spicy, flavorful and filled with protein. The beef rendan is fork tender and delicious, and the chicken satay is spicy, coconutty and absolutely delicious. If you want excellent, authentic Malaysian food, Hawker Star is % legit. 2nd floor of the Gateway, left off the escalator and all the way in the back. The restaurant is clean, the ambiance is casual and the service is fast. Prices are very reasonable, and portions are large.

Came here on a recommendation from a friend who lived here while completing her studies. The…read morerestaurant is not too big so service is personalized. It's also busy as more customers after us weren't able to get in. Not knowing what's good on the menu, we took AI's suggestion. And AI matched what the server suggested! We got 3 dishes: *Cantabrian anchovy, sourdough, cultured butter *Spaghetti cacio e pepe *Mafaldine, prawns, tomato, kombu butter I loved the mafaldine the most as it has the added texture of pangrattato. I learned later that Pangrattato, or "poor man's parmesan," is a classic Italian topping made by frying coarse, stale breadcrumbs in olive oil with garlic, herbs, and chili flakes until golden and crunchy. I think it's a bit pricey for a small and simple pasta dish. However, I might be comparing this to North American prices.

There isn't enough praise to describe how much we enjoyed our meal at Ragazzi. We sat at the bar…read moreand I highly recommend that. The staff is friendly and engaging and watching the final prep on the food was great fun. We started with an Australian merlot and two local oysters. Both were so good. I had the pumpkin ravioli and OMG they were exquisite. Caramelized pumpkin seeds? Really? The cacio Pepe was just as good. What a delight this meal was. Wish we had leftovers!!

very friendly and accommodating staff. the food was delicious and the ambience is best described as…read more" fun". A great place to hang out with friends.

Beautiful outlook showcasing Sydney's gems, the Harbour Bridge, the Opera House, Luna Park and the…read moreHarbour!

everything happens for a reason…read more bistecca was not meant to be and under their redirection, i get to try out a new steak joint! a much more casual, what you see is what you get kinda place. a patio drinking and waiting before getting seated area, or for those who just want a drink and some simple bar bites? a spacious interior with a bar as centre piece divider offset to the left. a small dj console to the other side on the right but well manned by a hot dj! sat at the bar without reservations, no worries mate! fun and chatty bar/wait staff entertains. simple menu, one cut of beef(sirloin), not my favourite :( special of the day was another cut(spit roast beefetta) but sold out early on :( staff reassured that their sirloin has been aged and that i would enjoy it's tenderness. ordered two half portion sides(because i wanted to try more), an alfie's bubble and squeak slaw and also a roast mushrooms to accompany my lonely 220g sirloin with green mustard(unique), medium rare. but first up, scones and butter! definitely whipped up my appetite. oh yes, the phone camera was happy too, no need to hand it over ala bisteccca. a cute french wait staff brought my chow not too long after. and it was a satisfying one. was also told to save space for dessert, which i did and did not regret. a f**k off gelato-on-a-stick - burnt honey, beef fat, rosemary, a collab with ciccone & sons. definitely can so do this all day! ;) if sirloin is your thing, alfie's a win!

I have never forgotten the food I had here. I literally was on my last day in Sydney. I had not…read moreenjoyed anything I ate all week. I found this hole in the wall and OMG, I have never forgotten. That brisket, waffle and that fried chicken sandwich - yes, I ordered them both - was big back eating at its best. I I have friends in Sydney now and I want them to try this meal, but I'm getting conflicting information as to whether or not KC Shuffle is open or closed. Nonetheless, I plan to re-create that brisket waffle plate.

Great place for breakfast. All made from scratch, so this is not your fast in, fast out place…read more It'll take time. But it's totally worth it!!! We split the Stormin Norman and the Pancake. Both delicious!!

I have dreams of Restaurant Hubert's Chicken Fricassée…read more Note: Happy Hour is walk-in only from 5PM - 6PM. We came on a Thursday evening and there was a line inside prior to opening. I highly recommend getting here early to get a seat during Happy Hour and stay after to enjoy some live jazz after 6PM. The restaurant was easy to locate with a sign upfront. The entrance is just a door in the wall with spiraling stairs leading you to an underground jazz bar and restaurant. It's upscale and romantic, but several other people were dressed casually. We sat on a shared table with three other strangers until we ordered off the full menu and our Chicken Fricassée arrived. The service is top notch and everyone was attentive, polite, and kind. We started off with the happy hour menu and ordered the Duck Parfait. I didn't know what to expect. The croutons were crispy and delicate and the duck liver was easy to spread and airy. The Normandy Burger was juicy and the bread was fluffy. But the star of the night Chicken Fricassée - wow! Incredibly tender, juicy, and garlicy. The sauce had a mashed potato buttery, smooth texture. Absolute must get.

A couple of my friends recently returned from Sydney, and they said if there was only one place…read morethey suggest I go to eat - it was Restaurant Hubert. Specifically the happy hour. So I did! They don't take reservations for their 5-6pm happy hour. You can only line up at 5pm when they open. We got there right before 5pm, and there were probably 10 to 12 people in line. Once the doors opened we were led downstairs to the bar area. It's a very dark, and feels like you've been transported to another time and place. We decided to try one of each of the food items on the happy hour: - Duck Parfait - Good. Classic French item and they do it well. - Brandade d'anguilles fumée - OK. I know it's eel, but wasn't very distinct from any other fish. My least favourite dish. - Saucisson Sec - Good. Simple. - Fleur de Courgette - Very good. Delicate and delicious. I should've ordered two of these. - Normandy Burger - Very good. The one item my friends raved about, and it was clear why. A burger with the best ingredients is hard to matched. I got the extra side of fries which is equally good. Best dish of the meal. Service was relatively good, except at one point they asked if I wanted mayo for my fries (very French) and I said yes, but it never came. Other than that, quite good. This was easily my favourite meal of my trip, holding up to high expectations. I would return on my next trip to Sydney.