The East Chinese Restaurant

In beautiful Circular Quay with views of the Harbour Bridge, The East Chinese Restaurant sets a refined stage for fine dining rooted in Chinese tradition. With both indoor and outdoor tables, it offers a sophisticated setting where unhurried meals take precedence and the world slips softly into the background.

The kitchen honours centuries-old craft while embracing innovation. Menus roam from hot and powerful to mild and subtle, moving effortlessly between sweet and sour brightness, steamed natural aromas, and the intrigue of exotic herbs and spices. It is a culinary conversation guided by chefs who prize the finest produce and exacting technique, drawing on a rich tapestry of regional influences.

There are moments of theatre: Glacier 51 Toothfish, fried and glossed with Signature Soy Sauce; Crispy Fried Won Ton Dumpling with a delicate crunch; and, on banquet menus, elegant classics from Vegetable Spring Roll to Prawn in Sichuan Sauce. Each plate is composed with balance and precision, inviting diners to savour texture, aroma and depth in equal measure.

With seating for over 180, The East is equally at home hosting intimate celebrations and lavish weddings, handled with the ease of a venue built for memorable occasions. Reserve a table, bring a curious appetite, and let the evening unfurl, one delicious chapter at a time.