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Restaurant - The East Chinese Restaurant, Sydney (NSW)
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The East Chinese Restaurant

9/10
1064
1 Macquarie St, 2000 Sydney (NSW)
Chinese
Average price $50

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We serve authentic Chinese cuisine including live Seafood such as our fresh lobster dish, with indoor and outdoor seating featuring a view of the iconic Harbour Bridge and Opera House.

Restaurant menu

Last update: September 2023
Chef Live Seafood (Lobster & Crab)
Stir fried kangaroo fillet with chilli onion
$44.8
Premium lamb cutlets fried with XO chilli (4 pieces)
$49.8
Golden coat prawn
$50.8
Fried prawn with salty egg yolk
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Reviews

9/10
Excellent1064 reviews
9.1/10

Food

8.8/10

Service

9/10

Ambience

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What diners said about this restaurant:

Good value for money
Short waiting time
Moderate noise level
  • Kim P.12 reviews

    2 December 2023

    5.5/10

    We were in a rush as we had a play to get to and had been held up for 45 mins in traffic, so I appreciated the prompt delivery of 2 entrees to the table. However, they were underwhelming. The prawn fritter was heavily battered and the san choy bau was tasteless.

  • Andrew S.1 review

    2 December 2023

    10/10

    Hadn’t been back to The East restaurant in 15+ years, but was very pleased to find the same great food as I remembered. Our waiter, Andrew, has been there since The East opened about 24 years ago and he didn’t disappoint. Very professional and friendly service, great food, pleasant ambiance and reasonable prices. We will return (and won’t wait 15 years for my next visit!).

  • Peter g.18 reviews

    22 November 2023

    7/10

    good foods, beautiful views

  • Raymond B.47 reviews

    18 November 2023

    9/10

    First visit food excellent service generally good plenty of variety will visit again

  • Alex T.3 reviews

    15 November 2023

    10/10

    The food is always great , little expensive but the view amazing Service great

  • Tass A.2 reviews

    11 November 2023

    10/10

    We have been to East many times and it never fails to impress us and our guests. The staff especially James and Kim are exceptional. We love being there for the food which is always well presented and the portions generous. Tass Atgemis

  • Kathleen W.1 review

    8 November 2023

    10/10

    The location, the food, and the staff all made our evening memorable. Our guests were important visiting academics from Beijing who were impressed and overjoyed with the opportunity to dine on the delicious food while enjoying iconic views. Thank you!

  • BC Q.56 reviews

    26 October 2023

    8.5/10

    Authentic chinese food - always delicious and you get what you pay for. Promotional deals on Fork are excellent value.

  • Kevin J.11 reviews

    22 October 2023

    8/10

    Great spot and excellent food, a bit expensive, could be more atmosphere inside , say asome nce music. It was our 35th wedding anniversary - no acknowledgement or a little gift, say a glass of wine or just jasmine tea.

  • Cam K.47 reviews

    16 October 2023

    10/10

    Fabulous food and location. Service is exceptional . We had spring rolls,scollops to start. Shared Mongolian lamb ,honey prawns , Satay chicken and crispy mandarin pork eith steamed rice. All very fresh and flavoursome plus Efficient male working on the floor and generous size meals We’ll be back. Had fork 30% off bonus

  • Ed J.383 reviews

    12 October 2023

    10/10

    Best Chinese in Sydney and they treat us special and gave us the best table outside on the corner for a lovely balmy evening for dinner.

  • Jan K.4 reviews

    30 September 2023

    8/10

    My husband and I dined here while in Sydney. The menu had many items from which to choose. Food was served too quickly. The tap water was vile. The portion of Toothfish wasn’t enough for my husband. We sat outside which was very nice - not too chilly in the evening.

  • Veronica C.128 reviews

    30 September 2023

    10/10

    Always a gem!

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  • Louise C.2 reviews

    29 September 2023

    8/10

    Consistently great food, friendly and efficient service (especially for pre theatre dining) and love being able to watch the pasding parade of people, while enjoying our meal

  • Annalyn A.19 reviews

    26 September 2023

    8.5/10

    Had lunch here with the family and as always we had a great time. From the food, service and the view, it was superb. Highly recommended.

  • mark h.1 review

    20 September 2023

    8/10

    Very goof food in a nicely presented and clean restaurant but quite noisy and if seated at the inside tables there is no view. You therefore pay top price without the advantages.

  • Diego M.28 reviews

    17 September 2023

    8/10

    Pricey

  • Wendy T.2 reviews

    16 September 2023

    10/10

    Food is always good, service excellent.

  • WILLIAM Q.30 reviews

    10 September 2023

    9.5/10

    Authentic Cantonese food in a great spot with views. Service is also surprisingly very good.

  • Angel S.7 reviews

    3 September 2023

    9.5/10

    Outdoor seating had a wonderful view of the Harbour Bridge.

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Opening time
Open today

Monday
12:00 PM - 11:00 PM
Tuesday
12:00 PM - 11:00 PM
Wednesday
12:00 PM - 11:00 PM
Thursday
12:00 PM - 11:00 PM
Friday
12:00 PM - 11:00 PM
Saturday
12:00 PM - 11:00 PM
Sunday
12:00 PM - 11:00 PM

How to get to the restaurant

1 Macquarie St, 2000, Sydney (NSW), Australia

Additional information

Barangaroo, Darling Harbour, Haymarket, Sydney CBD, Sydney City, The Rocks

About the restaurant

The East is Sydney’s leading fine dining Chinese restaurant by the Opera House, Circular Quay. With both indoor and outdoor seating with a view of the Sydney Harbor Bridge, we proudly serve authentic Chinese cuisine, offering a diverse and delicious menu inspired by rich Chinese history.

Our menu is very extensive, with dishes that are hot and powerful to those that are more mild and subtle. Whether you’re craving sweet and sour flavors, or steamed natural aromas, or perhaps exotic herbs and spices, The East has dishes that will tantalize your taste buds.

Features

Asian, , Family Friendly, Good for groups, , , , Christmas and New Year, , Lunar New Year, Mother's Day, Pre Theatre, , , Vivid Sydney,

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