Best Sydney restaurants located within a 5 minute walk of Town Hall Station | Ratings, Reviews & Maps

The oysters were great, as were the salad of scampi/uni/caviar. The ocean trout lived up to the hype, but unfortunately the dining experience as a whole did not. Every other dish didn't feel refined and the Australian wine pairings felt hit-and-miss. The menu and wine pairings both need a desperate dose of inspiration and direction. Hopefully these come along with the new location.
Jonathan Wong - 2 months ago

One of the most disappointing dining experiences I've encountered so far, and my best friend shares the same opinion. The staff was excellent; we received a warm welcome at the entrance and had great service from the wait staff throughout our lunch. However, the food did not meet the expected standard given the price we paid. Having dined at various other establishments, we could draw comparisons with different dishes. Upon visiting Google to write a review, I noticed numerous 5 star reviews for the food, which has left me perplexed. Am I being too discerning... The tastes were either dull or a combination of too many flavors that did not complement each other. The only redeeming thing on the menu was the additional $120 caviar and bread with truffle butter, which was delicious. I cannot recommend this restaurant; there are certainly better options within the same price range and for less.
Krystal Z - 4 months ago

Beautiful dining experience! The food was unique, flavoursome, fresh and delicious. The staff were knowledgeable and helpful, particularly Pak who took us on a wine journey like no other. Highly recommend the wine pairing as the wines truly complimented each dish. Favourite dish for me was the steak... I would even go as far as to say it was the best piece of meat I have ever eaten! My husband couldn't get past the Ocean Trout Confit... I think he was very close to wanting to lick his plate! Overall a wonderful experience and the perfect way to celebrate my husband's 50th!
Fiona Chambers - 3 weeks ago

About a month ago, on my birthday, my partner treated me to an unforgettable experience at Tetsuya's. This renowned restaurant offers a degustation menu, blending Japanese seasonal flavors with classic French techniques. From the moment we arrived, the impeccable service stood out, with staff welcoming us warmly and providing detailed explanations of each dish. Opting for the wine pairing added another layer of enjoyment, with our server expertly guiding us through each selection's history and perfect pairing with the food. Now, onto the culinary journey itself. We started with delectable oysters, followed by a variety of seafood delights, transitioning smoothly to lamb and Wagyu beef before indulging in decadent desserts. While the lamb with eggplant wasn't to my taste, every other dish was outstanding. The Hokkaido scallops, with their crispy exterior and tender interior, were particularly memorable, as was the signature Confit of Tasmanian Ocean Trout. The Wagyu, served with pine mushrooms and watercress, was a grand finale of flavors, cooked to perfection and accompanied by a delightful mushroom sauce. The dessert selection offered a range of treats, from refreshing sorbets, mousses and petit fours. A special chocolate birthday cake added an extra touch of sweetness to the occasion. Finally, the evening concluded with a smooth and satisfying coffee, perfectly complementing the array of flavors we had experienced. Oh, and I can't forget to mention the truffle pastry – a standalone delight that left me still longing for more.
S A - a month ago

Amazing restaurant. Not cheap at all but the 8 course menu was impeccable. Cocktails were great too! Highly recommend. Only thing that was not 10/10 was ambience as there is no music playing at all and the tables are a bit too basic.
Bruna Bastos - 2 months ago

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This is my first visit to this place. We had the sweet and sour tofu, and claypot egg plant. The sweet and sour tofu is amazing, and the egg plant is perfectly cooked so it wasn't too hard or soggy. The service is very friendly and customers turnaround are relatively quick. Price wise it is on the upper end side compared to non-vegetarian based dish, but if you're after a good vegetarian meal this is a great place! Definitely coming back.
Edmund Ang - 3 months ago

Amazing food. Cozy gateway in the middle of CBD. The staff is very friendly as well. 120% recommend if you’re looking for Asian/Veggie options.
Disco Penguin - a week ago

Conveniently located a few minutes' walk from Town Hall Station and Museum Station. One of the few veg*n F&Bs opened at night and pretty crowded each time I visited. Chinese (specifically Taiwanese) allium-free, alchohol-free, and MSG-free vegetarian restaurant; almost all vegan except for a few dishes with honey. Hope they can convert to becoming fully vegan! The entrees were a bit of a hit or miss for me, but the main dishes I tried were great (not oily either). The menu was huge, some of which contained soy or seitan mock meats, and some of which featured tofu and tempeh. Gluten-free options were also labelled.
Xin Ru Toh - 3 months ago

Great tasty food… well done all. I’m a recent veggie convert and enjoyed the meal sooo much
Fatmat wilson - a week ago

The food here is AMAZING, it exceeded my already high expectations! The service was incredible too and surprisingly attentive given that a) there were five other tables with patrons, who ALSO received this same level of service, and b) the standards for service in Sydney are pretty low, and the service I received + witnessed would be high even in my home country so doubly so in Sydney! Do be warned that this place does get quite packed at dinner time - I tried to come for dinner previously but the restaurant was full (and for good reason, the food is to die for!!). I tried coming again just after lunch (about 1pm) so I had much more luck getting a table. The menu is HUGE and FULLY vegan despite the name!
Sapphire Middleton - a month ago

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What a nice little spot for Japanese. Everything we had was fresh and tasted delicious. The lady that attended to us was very welcoming and attentive. Each meal was yummy. Order was: Prawn tempura sushi roll Salmon sushi roll Gyoza Udon tempura Katusu chicken 2 sprite in tall glass Total $115
Pamela AK - 9 months ago

Coming back from a ski trip, trying to book a dinner to celebrate our 11th anniversary, Kakubi Shoroku came up as a first choice since we both love authentic Japanese seafood. It’s proven that we have made a good choice - authentic and nice food plus a Michelin star service.
Andrew Than - 7 months ago

We went here for our anniversay and it was phenomenal. The food, presentation, ambience and customer service was outstanding. We had the Lobster course and every single dish was delicious. The food is very authentic Japanese and the whole experience made us feel like we were back in Japan.
Anne P - a year ago

We visited this place twice and both for dinner birthday celebration. Food and service is superb and the ambience is cosy. We tried their dinner set wagyu shabu shabu as well as their wagyu steak course. All food that came is just awesome. Will be back soon!
Flynn samson - 11 months ago

One of the best Japanese experiences I've had. The food was simple and incredibly delicate with huge flavour. I have given 4 stars but they would have received 5 if the drinks menu was a bit better. I will be going again soon!
Bonnie - 2 years ago

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The quality of Myung Jang and Obaltan has declined. We ordered seafood pancakes, bibimbap, and pork ribs soup. Everything was alright, except for the doughy and thick pancakes. The service was good.
thesydneytram - a week ago

Feb 2022: Good Korean BBQ! Excellent fried chicken. Can't give 5 stars as BBQ should be charcoal, not gas. But I'd recommend it otherwise!
N C - a month ago

Excellent Korean BBQ! Staff are friendly and the seafood pancake and premium chuck eye roll are superb!
Peter Lin - a month ago

Very good and authentic Korean food in Sydney CBD, though this Myung jang can be hard to find for first timer as it’s located in a small lane off the main Pitt a street. All the food ordered was very delicious - Fried Chicken, Sundubujigae (Soup) and seafood pancakes. Good service and good atmosphere for friends gathering.
Ls Chan - 6 months ago

The closing time was coming, most of customers were there. The menu is so good ! But compared to general Korean restaurants , it’s nothing to have speciality.
Yujin - 3 months ago

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