Claire's Kitchen at Le Salon

4.5

39 Reviews

$A41 to $A100

French

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2 people

Mar 21, 2025

9:00 p.m.

Booked 1 time today

About this restaurant

Charming
Good for special occasions
Great for fine wines

Open since 2010, Claire's Kitchen creates an authentic and familiar French experience that keeps bringing customers back.

Situated between Surry Hills and Darlinghurst over 2 levels. The ground level is reserved for classic dinner experience while the mezzanine level hosts Cabaret Nights from Tuesday to Sunday or private functions at request.

Former TV chef Marc Kuzma (aka Claire de Lune) lets his talents shine at his Darlinghurst venture. Step through the doors from Oxford Street, and enter a world of glamour, decadence and French chic. Soaring ceilings, imported wallpapers, glittering chandeliers, white linen, black Louis XV chairs and French antiques will make you feel like you're world's away from the chaos of the bustling street outside. Oh oui, nous aimons que….(we love that!). Charming French waiters warmly welcome patrons at Claire' and the brasserie classics with contemporary touches are done with true French finesse. It's French chic at its best.

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$A41 to $A100
Cuisines
French, European, Regional French (Southwestern)
Hours of Operation
Tue–Sat 6:00 pm–12:00 am
Phone number
0493 233 870
Website
http://www.claireskitchen.com.au/
Payment Options
AMEX, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Smart Casual
Executive Chef
MARC KUZMA
Catering
Upon Request
Private party facilities
Le Salon is on the mezzanine level with it's own sound system and a small stage, projection screen, TV for your function needs. Le Salon is perfect for a seat down dinner for up to 50 guests, a cocktail party for up to 80The whole restaurant for up to 120 guests for seat down dinner or lunch or cocktail party for up to 160 guests.

Location
35 Oxford Street, Darlinghurst, AU-NSW 2010
Neighbourhood
Surry Hills
Cross Street
300m from Anzac Memorial between Pelican and Brisbane Street
Parking details
Street Parking
Public transit
Train 350m From Museum station, 800m from Town Hall station - Bus stop on Oxford St opp Brisbane St ; 373, M10, 392, 440, 340, 377, 311, 397, 399, 396, 333N, 394, X39
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cafe, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Outdoor Smoking Area, Private Room, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 39 people are saying

Claire's Kitchen at Le Salon reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

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4.5

4.5 based on recent ratings

4.4Food
4.7Service
4.6Ambience
4.3Value

Noise • Energetic

Loved For

Sydney
Great for live music
Sydney
Great for fine wines
Sydney
Romantic
Sydney
Good for special occasions
Eastern Suburbs
Great for fine wines
Eastern Suburbs
Romantic
Eastern Suburbs
Good for special occasions

Review summary

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Claire's Kitchen at Le Salon offers "amazing food and atmosphere" with a "wonderful find" in Sydney featuring French cuisine that accommodates dietary needs. Guests praise the "incredible" service and charming ambiance, enhanced by musical performances. It's a "must to visit" before its closure, promising a memorable dining experience with thoughtful presentation and taste.

39 Reviews

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Peter
Glasgow7 reviews
5.0
Dined on March 6, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Like a little part of France tucked away in Oz. Warm welcome, authentic dishes with excellent service. Highly recommend.
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Frank
Sydney1 review
2.0
Dined on February 28, 2025
1. Overall 2
2. Food 2
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 3
Food was ok but unfortunately nothing to rave on about. People were nice.
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Tri VIP
Los Angeles101 reviews
4.0
Dined on February 28, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Beautiful dining room right on Oxford Street. The food was very good, especially the chicken florentine, the cheese soufflé, and the duck parfait. The staff were all gracious and friendly.
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Jinny VIP
New York City14 reviews
3.0
Dined on February 15, 2025
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 3
This was an experience of extremes really. It’s obviously popular as few empty seats. Best dirty martini ever thanks to the genius behind the bar. However the French onion soup was inedible - it’s served from the bar, rather than the kitchen, was lukewarm with two small croutons floating in it and a weird tomato-y smell. The addition of an egg yolk at the table only made it more unpleasant. They probably need to go back to the drawing board on that one as you could reasonably expect rich, slightly boozy, beef broth, sweet slow-cooked onions and a bowl-sized crouton bubbling with melted gruyere fresh from the grill. The mushroom tart had nice flavours but the pastry was soggy - a reheating issue no doubt. The duck pie was amazing - so delicious! Crispy, tasty and a very generous serve. The highlight of the night. We also had the stuffed zucchini flower special which was great. Probably wouldn’t return.
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Trevor
Gold Coast1 review
5.0
Dined on February 13, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Friendly staff great food and great vibe in the room
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Richard
London3 reviews
5.0
Dined on February 12, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Classic French dishes in an elegant & quiet dining space. Friendly staff too. Good to hear they have a temporary reprieve from their forced relocation.
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Raynita
Sydney1 review
1.0
Dined on February 11, 2025
1. Overall 1
2. Food 1
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 1
Very disappointing compared to previous years there before, the standard and quality of food has gone downhill,especially the chateaubriand serve was huge but quaff meat was poor overcooked grisly with lots of tendon and muscle scallops as entree was tiny and French onion soup was sour after port added in complexly unpalatable price was increased, will not recommend it to anyone and definitely will Never go back there ever again .
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Kevin VIP
Brighton32 reviews
5.0
Dined on January 29, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
We had a fabulous meal here. Hosts were very attentive and would highly recommend this. The lemon tart was divine. 🌟
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Graham
London12 reviews
5.0
Dined on January 25, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Claire’s is always excellent. This was our last visit before they close due to the pending the redevelopment of the building. They will be missed. We can but hope that they find a new site. In the meantime, go to have a great French meal - which is also great for coeliacs - and if you time it right see some incredible cabaret performers at their final shows at the venue. Au revoir Claire’s! Merci.
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Alan
New South Wales2 reviews
3.0
Dined on January 18, 2025
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 3
overall experience was less than expected. menu was a lot less impressive.
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Claire's Kitchen at Le Salon is rated 4.5 stars by 39 OpenTable diners.

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2 people

Mar 21, 2025

9:00 p.m.

Booked 1 time today

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35 Oxford Street, Darlinghurst, AU-NSW 2010

Additional information

Cross Street
300m from Anzac Memorial between Pelican and Brisbane Street
Neighbourhood
Surry Hills
Hours of Operation
Tue–Sat 6:00 pm–12:00 am
Price
$A41 to $A100
Cuisines
French, European, Regional French (Southwestern)
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Smart Casual
Parking details
Street Parking
Public transit
Train 350m From Museum station, 800m from Town Hall station - Bus stop on Oxford St opp Brisbane St ; 373, M10, 392, 440, 340, 377, 311, 397, 399, 396, 333N, 394, X39
Payment Options
AMEX, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
Executive Chef
MARC KUZMA
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cafe, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Outdoor Smoking Area, Private Room, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.claireskitchen.com.au/
Phone number
0493 233 870
Catering
Upon Request
Private party facilities
Le Salon is on the mezzanine level with it's own sound system and a small stage, projection screen, TV for your function needs. Le Salon is perfect for a seat down dinner for up to 50 guests, a cocktail party for up to 80The whole restaurant for up to 120 guests for seat down dinner or lunch or cocktail party for up to 160 guests.

Claire's Kitchen at Le Salon

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