Top Best Chinese Restaurants in New South Wales

"Located in Chinatown, this sprawling Cantonese restaurant is something of an institution. Thanks to its live seafood menu and late-night hours, it’s where the best chefs go to eat after they’ve finished their shifts. The menu is massive but you can’t go wrong with the steamed lobster or pippies in XO sauce and the salt and pepper mud crab"

"Chinese cuisine is known for its love of seafood, and Golden Century is a pioneer in serving up fresh traditional seafood dishes. Our favourite part is the lobster tanks and the fact it’s open late, perfect for a midnight feast. Located in the CBD, it’s popular with people from all over so don’t be surprised if you see a queue."

"Spice Alley is not just one restaurant, but a collection of about ten eateries, all set in a beautiful street-market inspired setting, reminiscent of Singapore or Hong Kong. It’s great for groups, as everyone can choose their own, including Vietnamese, Mandarin, Cantonese, Japanese, and there’s even a gin bar. Prices range around $13 AUD per main, and the restaurants here seriously rival some of the city’s fine dining options."

"Restaurants Chippendale. Tucked behind the Kensington Street laneway, Spice Alley rings together a whole bunch of hawker-style stalls from around the globe. Food is cheap, easy on the eye, and importantly – you can BYO wine (or something stronger, if you'd prefer)."

"Spice Alley on Kensington St, is serving all your favourites for takeaway. Pick up Singaporean from Alex Lee’s kitchen, or Malaysian from Jim Kee Express. You can order online or via phone and pick up from Kensington Street between 11 am to 9 pm daily."

"Neil Perry’s Spice Temple is a sensory experience from start to finish. The dining room is striking: picture silk curtains, rich red carpets and black furnishings, and the menu is attention-grabbing. The shared banquet style dishes range from pickles, salads and dumplings to hot pots, stir-frys and braised meats."

"For one of the best Chinese restaurants celebrating China’s lesser-known regions, Spice Temple is the place. Spice Temple is an innovative fusion of modern Chinese and Australian set in a romantic underground restaurant. The menu is banquet-style and the food served up is of the finest quality."

"Neil Perry is the founder of Spice Temple located in the sub basement of the Art Deco Mutual Building. Tall, dark and mysterious…sound familiar?. Probably not, because this unique venue showcases regio..."

"Dixon St is the heart of Chinatown: a narrow, shady pedestrian mall with a string of restaurants and insistent spruikers. The ornate dragon gates (paifang) at either end have fake bamboo tiles, golden Chinese calligraphy and ornamental lions to keep evil spirits at bay. Chinatown in general (though not necessarily between the dragon gates) is a fabulous eating district, which effectively extends for several blocks north and south of here, and segues into Koreatown and Thaitown to the east."

"Consider one of the other options from day one, or for cheap eats consider family friendly Chinatown or grab a pie, pastie or hot dog at an Australian icon called Harry’s Cafe De Wheels – their Pie and Peas is a particular favourite with locations in Woolloomooloo and Haymarket. Another place to splurge and get those special Sydney views is Altitude Restaurant, located 36 levels above Sydney, offering stunning views of the city in the evenings."

"Cheap eats that don’t hold back on flavour or portion size, Xi’an Eatery is one of Burwood’s shining stars. The streets of Burwood are filled with eateries from all different regions of China, but this one serves up food from China’s Shaanxi Province. Grab a huge bowl of noodles for just $12!"

"Lotus Dining Group is introducing a brand-new takeaway menu that will be available for pick-up from Madame Shanghai, Lotus Dumpling Bar and Lotus Double Bay. Diners can also use the code LOVEDOWN20* to take 20% of any order over $40 between now and 9 July. 📍 Madame Shanghai, 18 College St, Darlinghurst NSW 2010 📍 Lotus Dumpling Bar, Shop 3/16 Hickson Rd, Dawes Point NSW 2000 📍 Lotus Double Bay, Shop 3/33 Cross St, Double Bay NSW 2028"

"A hidden jewel on North Head, magical Store Beach can only be reached by kayak (you can hire them from Manly Kayak Centre) or boat. It’s a breeding ground for fairy penguins, so access is prohibited from dusk, when the birds waddle in to settle down for the night."

"Some hotel restaurants are surprisingly good at breakfast, and Gowings Bar & Grill at the QT Sydney delivers. The breakfast menu features a variety of egg dishes like huevos rancheros, truffle scrambled eggs, and the Growings Breakfast plate packed with sausage, bacon, eggs, mushrooms, and more. For something lighter, order the watermelon salad with pomegranate, mint, and ricotta."

"But before hand, drop by the Theatre Bar at the End of the Wharf for a pre-show drink; its terrace boasts some of the best views in the city. Get a good night's sleep at one of Sydney’s countless city hotels – in fact, you’ll find the elegant Pier One Sydney Harbour right next door."

"If your accommodation is in the Sydney CBD, which I recommend so you’re centrally located to make the most of your short visit, either have breakfast at your accommodation or consider Gowings Bar & Grill inside the QT Hotel, or the Alpha Gourmet Cafe and then head to Circular Quay!"

"If seafood is your thing, this Eastern Beaches’ gem is an unmissable address. In fact, the family-run restaurant has been a reference in Sydney’s dining scene for more than 20 years now, which attests for the overall quality experienced at this stunning place."

"This picturesque restaurant is located in Sydney’s Rose Bay near the yacht club. You’ll be torn between enjoying the views and enjoying your meal – but there’s nothing stopping you from indulging in both at once!"

"For smart casual dining in Sydney, be sure to stop in at The Tilbury Restaurant on Nicholson Street in Woolloomooloo. A crisp, clean design typified by varnished wood, linen-draped tables and soft lea..."

"Italian inspired cuisine is the main focus on the menu at The Tilbury. You’ll find local produce turned into delicious dishes, like ricotta gnocchi with garlic prawns and buttermilk panna cotta."

"​If you loved the restaurant, which has been a Norton Street staple since 1952, growing up, chances are it still holds a special place in your heart today. There's no need to dine in to order a scoop. It still operates its dedicated gelato bar out the front of the restaurant."

"Enjoy the best taste of Italian Coffee at Bar Italia in Little Italy, Leichhardt, Sydney. It is one of Sydney’s best specialty coffee cafes, using full cream milk only in their hot coffees and rotating their signature blend every season."

"Built to be “the Empire’s Greatest Theatre” at the peak of the Jazz Age, the State Theatre combines Gothic facades with a neoclassical interior and baroque auditorium, giving visitors a glimpse of the show business of yesteryear. The theatre is referred to as the “Palace of dreams”. Seating 2,034 people and filled with an impressive collection of classic art, including work by William Dobell, sculptures and stunning chandeliers, if you want to learn more amount this amazing property, book one of their guided tours."

"An important part of Sydney’s cultural fabric, the State Theatre has seen a lot since it opened in 1929. It has played host to red carpet premieres, traditional English pantomimes, and famous musical acts. The magnificent building includes elements of gothic, Italian and art deco styles."

"The State Theatre hosts loads of shows throughout the year ranging from musicals to comedies to burlesque so there’s something for everyone. As you’ll just be passing by, for now, make sure you take a look in at the beautiful art deco foyer."