French cuisine: the best places to taste it in Sydney

Macleay Street Bistro

91/100 (1412 ratings)

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French

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Vegan Options

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French

European

Vegetarian Friendly

Gluten Free Options

Vegan Options

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Escargot

Salad

Creme Brulee

Scallops

Steak Tartare

Duck

Crepes

French onion soup

Oyster

Garlic Prawns

Lamb

Mussels

Fish

Profiteroles

Parfait

Steak Frites

Salmon

Prawns

Crème Brulée

Beef

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French

European

Wheelchair Accessible

Serves Alcohol

Wine and Beer

Full Bar

Accepts Credit Cards

Outdoor Seating

BYOB

Accepts Mastercard

Accepts Visa

Accepts American Express

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"I can't rate this restaurant highly enough! We booked under "First Table" which meant we received 50% off the food bill but we were treated exactly..."

Nancy Coletta

"It was my first time trying this place with my dear friend. Service was outstanding so as the food. Friendly environment. Being food fanatic I do..."

Nabil Joyan

"Awesome food, and impeccable service from the French, Italian and Irish staff! Came back for dessert!!! Doucettes from USA..."

Kristine Doucette

"I can't rate this restaurant highly enough! We booked under "First Table" which meant we received 50% off the bill but we were treated exactly the..."

Julie Forde

"Exceptional customer service, amazing food and great ambience. Would definitely recommend and will be back again for..."

Jose Rendon-Bolivar

"Outstanding food ,service , the best pate I have tasted in 40 years in the industry , absolutely loved this..."

Ian Jorgensen

"Say great place for local. I have been there for years and the food and service just keeps getting better!!!! Well done guys..."

Fernando Andres Bravo Hernandez

"I can;t remember when I had such a wonderful meal / experience. a busy atmosphere with superb food both authentic and being outstandingly..."

Tony Broun

"Fanatic food and brilliant service. Cosy and intimate. A definite inclusion in our favourite..."

George Mastoris

"Exceptional all round. Food - service - wine: tick! Tick! Tick! We had a great lunch there today. Very highly..."

Tom Munro

"Located at the 'Paris End' of Potts Point, Macleay St Bistro is an intimate and charming little bistro that takes me back to the simple pleasures of..."

Made Like Mum's

"MACLEAY ST. BISTRO02 9358 489173A Macleay St, Potts Point NSWIf there was a song about this dining experience, it would have to be the 1972 all-time..."

Hungry Diner

"Recently dined here for our anniversary and the staff were very attentive. We were greeted with flowers on our table and two glasses of champagne..."

Renee

"Macleay St Bistro is in it's 37th year of operations and has long term standing customers. I have been to Macleay St Bistro twice last year and I am..."

Weekendfoodescapes

"If memory serves me correctly, nostalgia never tasted quite as good as chef Damien Wright’s Sunday Roast for Two ($76) at Macleay Street..."

Does My Bomb Look Big In This

"wonderful french food, with what can only be described as exemplary service. when restaurant staff are professionals in the truest sense of the word;..."

Andrewrd1970

"Always wanted to try this place and happened to be on First Table. Well, what can we say, the food was excellent, service great. An authentic..."

Nhung Tran

"Celebrating 35 years since opening, this restaurant does superb french food! ⭐The snails with butter is absolutely devine. 🤤Ended up..."

Jwswong

"We Sydney-siders are a lucky bunch, living amongst a cornucopia of culinary delights that will take your tastebuds on a journey around the world...."

Eatwithmyfoodsafari

"Located along Macleay Street, Potts Point, Macleay Street Bistro is a venue that gives you wonderful memories after you visit them. And that’s not..."

Foodblogs

"This French and very Parisienne fine dining restaurant, with outside seating, was very busy for a Thursday night. Inside, the mirrors open up this..."

Sir And Mlady Dine Out

"Macleay Street Bistro is a Sydney dining institution serving classic French Cuisine. They are currently celebrating 35 years of service with a 1970s..."

Thewhereto

"good taste! great service! I love the food! Definitely come back! Such a warm place to chat with friends. We came out late to celebrate our..."

Sharon Ni

"I went to this restaurant a few days ago and it was great. The waiter was lovely, the food was nothing short of amazing- for entrees we had the..."

Mandita Jacobs

"Modern Australian food with a French twist, Macleay St Bistro will become a favourite that you will keep going back to! Great food, great service,..."

Natalie

"I've lived in the area for 15 years and Macleay Street Bistro has always been my favourite go to place in Potts Point. Food and service always..."

Ho Hum

"Overall experience was awful awful. My friend and I went there for dinner on 18 April 2015. The restaurant was somehow empty and it's clear that..."

Rjgj0106

"That barramundi is the BEST BARRAMUNDI I’ve ever had. The crispy skin of the barramundi is amazingly fantastic and you couldn’t render a crustier..."

Mademoiselle Mange A Sydney

"Great Food Great Night. We recently went to Macleay Street Bistro and had a wonderful meal. My duck salad starter was delicious and the special veal..."

Mjwjlm

"Comfy and just "really nice". I am tired of snotty reviews stressing the lack of currency and trendiness here. We have been 3 times in the last..."

Semi-Local

"Awesome flavours and exceptional service. Make sure you make a booking otherwise you'll be turned away. A great special..."

Dan

"Great food and amazing service! Price was reasonable n will go back..."

Violet

"Best Sunday Roast I've ever had. Almost licked the plate. Huge serving. Fantastic service too - very helpful with suggesting what to order. Very glad..."

Kieranb

"Been to Macleay Street Bistro few times and it was very good. Very consistent and good value for money. It's simple yet charming décor makes me feel..."

Ronny Susanto

"This is a small cosy establishment. I think it might be too small for its popularity. But it might what lent to its warmth and cosiness. Nothing..."

Justine Lau

"Intimate dining experience. The food is good with all the favourites on the menu, at times like this I wish I had a dining partner to share. I settle..."

Simon H

"This venue has been on my list ever since I saw their French Onion soup on my feed. I had never tried it before and I wanted this place to be the one..."

Jess - jreats

"Macleay Street Bistro delivers authentic traditional French cuisine. The portions are generous and our food was cooked to perfection. The staff are..."

Lis

"Absolutely delicious! Came here the other night with my partner without a booking and they were more than accommodating. Had steak tartare & parfait..."

Lauren LeBlanc

"You know that feeling you have when you know you walk into a place and the food will be amazing? This is it! While visiting from Melbourne, as soon..."

Marie Lauren

"I’m first time have French cuisine. These dishes are fabulous. I and my friends very enjoy that moment. Thank you Chefs and..."

Nancy Jhang

"The staff were exceptional. I felt like I was Emily in Paris and experiencing traditional French cuisines. I am a major fan their mains • Organic..."

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