Tao Restaurant and Bar Sydney

Name: Tao Restaurant and Bar Sydney
Address: 174 Clarence St, Sydney, AU-NSW, Australia, 2000
Telephone: 0402 518 698
Price range: $A41 to $A100
Rating: 4.4

4.4

349 Reviews

$A41 to $A100

Asian

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2 people

Nov 24, 2024

7:00 p.m.

Booked 9 times today

Good for groups
Good for special occasions
Charming

Experience the art of Cantonese cuisine with a northern Chinese influence as our expert Chefs take you on a journey of discovery based on excellent food, impeccable service and an elegant atmosphere. Enjoy a modern take on authentic flavors and dishes, where we blend eastern and western cooking techniques with a modern, sophisticated flair that will give you a fresh taste on the traditional Cantonese cuisine. Our menu showcases our uncompromising focus on creating an exciting culinary experience by serving locally sourced produce, meats and fresh seafood. For Lunch and dinner, we offer a full a la carte menu, with variety of dim sum and exquisite cocktails

Additional information

Dining style
Elegant Dining
Price
$A41 to $A100
Cuisines
Asian, Cantonese, Dim Sum
Hours of Operation
Thu, Fri 11:30 am–11:00 pm Sat 12:00 pm–11:00 pm Sun 12:00 pm–9:00 pm Lunch Mon–Wed 11:30 am–3:00 pm Dinner Mon, Tue 3:00 pm–9:00 pm Wed 3:00 pm–10:00 pm
Phone number
0402 518 698
Website
http://www.taosydney.com.au/
Payment Options
AMEX, Diners Club, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Smart Casual
Executive Chef
Mr Zhi Ge
Catering
Enjoy a modern take on authentic flavours and dishes, where we blend eastern and western cooking techniques with a modern, sophisticated flair that will give you a fresh taste of traditional Cantonese cuisine in a Modern Way.

Location
174 Clarence St, Sydney, AU-NSW 2000
Neighbourhood
Sydney CBD
Cross Street
Clearance St and Market St
Parking details
Wilson parking 20 meter next to the venue
Public transit
200 metre away from Townhall station , QVB access
Additional
Banquet, Beer, BYO Liquor, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

NV Redbank Emily Pinot Brut Cuvee, King Valley, VIC
- GlassA$15.00
- BottleA$46.00
NV Villa Sandi Prosecco ''Ii Fresco'' Superiore, Veneto, Italy
- BottleA$48.00
NV Howard Park Petit Jete Brut, Margaret River
- BottleA$62.00
NV Laurent Perrier la Cuvee, France
- BottleA$110.00
NV Veuve d'Argent Blanc de Blancs, Burgundy, France
- BottleA$68.00
NV Mumm Grand Cordon, Reims, France
- BottleA$168.00

White Wine

2021 Wilson Watervale Riesling, Clare Valley, SA
- GlassA$15.00
- BottleA$56.00
2016 Charles Smith Kung Fu Girl Riesling, Washington State, USA
- BottleA$56.00
2013 Peter Lehmann 'Wigan' Aged Release Riesling, Barossa Valley, SA
- BottleA$89.00
2019 Neudorf Tiritiri Chardonnay, Nelson, NZ
- GlassA$15.00
- BottleA$56.00
2019 Neudorf Tiri Pinot Gris, Nelson, NZ
- BottleA$58.00
2020 Scorpius Sauvignon Blanc, Marlborough, NZ
- GlassA$13.00
- BottleA$48.00
2020 Nova Vita Firebird Sauvignon Blanc, Adelaide Hills, SA
- BottleA$56.00
2020 Howard Park 'Miamup' Semillon Sauvignon Blanc, Margaret River, WA
- GlassA$15.00
- BottleA$65.00
2019 Margan Semillon, Hunter Valley, NSW
- BottleA$48.00
2019 Domaine Gautheron Chablis, Burgundy, France
- BottleA$89.00
2019 Cantina Trevignana Pinot Grigio DOC, Veneto, Italy
- BottleA$56.00

Red Wine

2019 Paringa Peninsula Pinot Noir, Mornington, VIC
- GlassA$15.00
- BottleA$55.00
2016 Beloki Tempranillo, Rioja, Spain
- BottleA$50.00
2018 Chaffey Bros la Resist GSM, Barossa Valley, SA
- BottleA$62.00
2019 Teusner 'Wark Family' Shiraz, Barossa Valley, SA
- GlassA$13.00
- BottleA$62.00
2018 Peter Lehmann 'VSV' Shiraz, Barossa Valley, SA
- BottleA$98.00
2019 Paxton 'Quandong Farm' Shiraz, Mclaren Vale, SA* **
- BottleA$68.00
2013 Geoff Merrill 'Bush Vine' Grenache Mouvedre Shiraz, Mclaren Vale, SA
- BottleA$68.00
2019 Forest Hill Highbury Fields Cabernet Sauvignon, Great Southern, WA
- BottleA$68.00
2018 Rosily Cabernet Sauvignon, Margaret River, WA
- GlassA$15.00
- BottleA$65.00
2019 Smokin Barrels Merlot, Barossa Valley, SA
- GlassA$13.00
- BottleA$59.00
2018 Poggiotondo Chianti DOCG, Tuscany. Italy*
- GlassA$15.00
- BottleA$65.00
2016 Chateau Haut Pezat Saint Emillion Grand Cru, Bordeaux, France
- BottleA$98.00

Rose Wine

NV Heads & Tales Wine Co, Adelaide Hills, SA
- BottleA$42.00
NV Les Peyrautin Grenache, Pays d'Oc, France
- BottleA$56.00
2019 Villa Aix Rose, Cote en Provence Fran
- BottleA$65.00

Dessert Wine

Dunes & Green Moscato, Adelaide Hills, SA
- GlassA$13.00
- BottleA$49.00
Dandelion Vineyards Legacy of the Barossa Valley Pedro Ximinez, Barossa Valley, SA
- Bottle (375ml)A$46.00

Cocktails

Other classic cocktails are available upon request.

Tao's Espresso MartiniA$18.00
Archie rose original vodka, seven seeds coffee.
Sunset of Forbidden CityA$18.00
Archie rose vodka, lemon juice, tabasco, worcestershire sauce and salt.
Crazy Rich AsianA$18.00
Four pillars spiced gin, capari, vermouth, pepper berry, cinnamon.
Tommy's MargaritaA$18.00
Tommy's blue agave club tequila, lime juice, agave syrup.

Sake & Rice Wine

Amanoto Junmai Ginjo
- 300mlA$46.00
Four Fox Junmai Daiginjo Sake
- 720mlA$102.00
Toji Sake Junmai Daiginjo
- 720mlA$78.00
Toji Sake Junmai Ginjo
- 720mlA$58.00

Highball

Koyomi Highball Blood Orange BittersA$13.00
Koyomi Highball GrapefruitA$13.00
Koyomi Highball Yuzu LimeA$13.00

Bottled Beer & Cider

Asahi Super Dry
- 330mlA$9.00
Tsingtao Beer
- 330mlA$10.00
Mismatch Brewing Co Pale Ale
- 375mlA$10.00
Corona Extra Beer
- 355mlA$9.00
The Hills Apple Cider
- 330mlA$10.00
Lick Pier Ginger Beer
- 330mlA$10.00

Other Drinks

Cascade Lemon Lime Bitters
- 330mlA$8.00
Soft Drinks
- 375mlA$5.00

Japanese Whisky (Shot)

Yamazaki Distiller's Reserve, Single Malt, 43% ABVA$25.00
Hibiki Japanese Harmony, Malt & Grain Blend, 43% ABVA$25.00
Yamzaki 12 Year Old, Single Malt, 43% ABVA$39.00
Hakushu Distiller's Reserve, Single Malt, 43% ABVA$23.00
Hakushu 12 Year Old, Single Malt, 43% ABVA$37.00
Hakushu 18 Year Old, Single Malt, 43% ABVA$127.00
Chita, Single Malt, 43% ABVA$22.00
Toki, Malt & Grain Blend, 43% ABVA$20.00

House Spirits (Shot)

Espolon Tequila BlancoA$16.00
Eristoff Vodka OriginalA$16.00
Haku Vodka, 100% Japanese RiceA$16.00
Roku Gin Distilled in JapanA$16.00
Bombay Sapphire GinA$17.00
Hendricks GinA$17.00
Goslings Black Seal RumA$16.00
Chivas Regal 12 YearA$18.00
Havana Club Anejo 3 Anos White RumA$16.00
Makers Mark BourbonA$16.00

Antipodes Water

Antipodes Sparkling Water
- 1LA$12.00
Antipodes Still Water
- 1LA$12.00

Tea

Bi Luo Chun Green Tea (Pot)A$5.00
Pu'er Tea (Pot)A$5.00

What 349 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.4

4.4 based on recent ratings

4.5Food
4.5Service
4.3Ambience
4Value

Noise • Energetic

Loved For

Sydney City
Good for groups

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Tao Restaurant and Bar Sydney offers "delicious food" and "excellent service," creating a memorable dining experience. The diverse menu, featuring favorites like Australian Wagyu Wasabi and steamed barramundi, delights guests. The "lovely atmosphere" and attentive staff make it a popular choice, though some mention it can be "a little expensive."

349 Reviews

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harvey
New York City
4 reviews
3.0
4 reviews
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Dumplings were great. Duck, which is the house specialty was very very poor. One tiny piece per pancake is not half a duck.
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Cynthia
Tucson
13 reviews
vip
4.0
13 reviews
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Vegetarian cauliflower kung Pao plus vegetarian fried rice made for a simple delicious meal. Attentive service. Lovely elegant atmosphere.
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Nick
San Francisco
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on November 7, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Excellent food and service. My guest was a bit late to join but the team were very courteous and understanding. The food was excellent, and the portions were generous. Lovely restaurant, will be back.
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Aurelia
Sydney
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on November 2, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Just love this place, the food is amazing and always above my expectations. Also the staff are really professional and adorable, often checking on you! Highly recommended
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Terri
Sydney
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on November 1, 2024
1. Overall 3
2. Food 5
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 5
My friends and I admit that the food was really yummy, and the ambiance was great, with interiors resembling mid-fine dining. However, the customer service was awful; we felt their actions were rude. They repeatedly asked if we were finished, even when some of us were still eating, giving us the impression they wanted to rush us out. A server abruptly took an empty bowl without asking and presented the bill before we requested it. Due to this unpleasantness, we will not eat there again
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Tina
Sydney
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on October 12, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Highly recommend this restaurant. Food and service was excellent.
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Samuel
Sydney
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on September 10, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
A secret place in the middle of the CBD corner with decent decorations, good food and services.
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Caitlin
Sydney
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on August 24, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Customer service was SO friendly. And we really appreciated not being ushered to order or leave when finished. Will definitely come back with more people to try more dishes
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Phillip
Adelaide
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on August 17, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Was looking for a place to eat and was not disappointed with our experience at Tao Restaurant and Bar. Food was delious and staff welcoming and friendly. The best meal we had in Sydney during our long weekend away.
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Luke
Sydney
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on August 8, 2024
1. Overall 3
2. Food 2
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 3
Overall the food was rather bland. Food comes out quickly, so not a long lunch/dinner venue. Essentially it's a suburban chinese restaurant located in the city.
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Tao Restaurant and Bar Sydney is rated 4.4 stars by 349 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people

Nov 24, 2024

7:00 p.m.

Booked 9 times today

Google Map for Tao Restaurant and Bar Sydney

174 Clarence St, Sydney, AU-NSW 2000

Additional information

Cross Street
Clearance St and Market St
Neighbourhood
Sydney CBD
Hours of Operation
Thu, Fri 11:30 am–11:00 pm Sat 12:00 pm–11:00 pm Sun 12:00 pm–9:00 pm Lunch Mon–Wed 11:30 am–3:00 pm Dinner Mon, Tue 3:00 pm–9:00 pm Wed 3:00 pm–10:00 pm
Price
$A41 to $A100
Cuisines
Asian, Cantonese, Dim Sum
Dining style
Elegant Dining
Dress code
Smart Casual
Parking details
Wilson parking 20 meter next to the venue
Public transit
200 metre away from Townhall station , QVB access
Payment Options
AMEX, Diners Club, Mastercard, Visa
Executive Chef
Mr Zhi Ge
Additional
Banquet, Beer, BYO Liquor, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.taosydney.com.au/
Phone number
0402 518 698
Catering
Enjoy a modern take on authentic flavours and dishes, where we blend eastern and western cooking techniques with a modern, sophisticated flair that will give you a fresh taste of traditional Cantonese cuisine in a Modern Way.

Tao Restaurant and Bar Sydney

Make a reservation

Additional information

Champagne & Sparkling Wine

NV Redbank Emily Pinot Brut Cuvee, King Valley, VIC

NV Villa Sandi Prosecco ''Ii Fresco'' Superiore, Veneto, Italy

NV Howard Park Petit Jete Brut, Margaret River

NV Laurent Perrier la Cuvee, France

NV Veuve d'Argent Blanc de Blancs, Burgundy, France

NV Mumm Grand Cordon, Reims, France

White Wine

2021 Wilson Watervale Riesling, Clare Valley, SA

2016 Charles Smith Kung Fu Girl Riesling, Washington State, USA

2013 Peter Lehmann 'Wigan' Aged Release Riesling, Barossa Valley, SA

2019 Neudorf Tiritiri Chardonnay, Nelson, NZ

2019 Neudorf Tiri Pinot Gris, Nelson, NZ

2020 Scorpius Sauvignon Blanc, Marlborough, NZ

2020 Nova Vita Firebird Sauvignon Blanc, Adelaide Hills, SA

2020 Howard Park 'Miamup' Semillon Sauvignon Blanc, Margaret River, WA

2019 Margan Semillon, Hunter Valley, NSW

2019 Domaine Gautheron Chablis, Burgundy, France

2019 Cantina Trevignana Pinot Grigio DOC, Veneto, Italy

Red Wine

2019 Paringa Peninsula Pinot Noir, Mornington, VIC

2016 Beloki Tempranillo, Rioja, Spain

2018 Chaffey Bros la Resist GSM, Barossa Valley, SA

2019 Teusner 'Wark Family' Shiraz, Barossa Valley, SA

2018 Peter Lehmann 'VSV' Shiraz, Barossa Valley, SA

2019 Paxton 'Quandong Farm' Shiraz, Mclaren Vale, SA* **

2013 Geoff Merrill 'Bush Vine' Grenache Mouvedre Shiraz, Mclaren Vale, SA

2019 Forest Hill Highbury Fields Cabernet Sauvignon, Great Southern, WA

2018 Rosily Cabernet Sauvignon, Margaret River, WA

2019 Smokin Barrels Merlot, Barossa Valley, SA

2018 Poggiotondo Chianti DOCG, Tuscany. Italy*

2016 Chateau Haut Pezat Saint Emillion Grand Cru, Bordeaux, France

Rose Wine

NV Heads & Tales Wine Co, Adelaide Hills, SA

NV Les Peyrautin Grenache, Pays d'Oc, France

2019 Villa Aix Rose, Cote en Provence Fran

Dessert Wine

Dunes & Green Moscato, Adelaide Hills, SA

Dandelion Vineyards Legacy of the Barossa Valley Pedro Ximinez, Barossa Valley, SA

Cocktails

Tao's Espresso MartiniA$18.00

Sunset of Forbidden CityA$18.00

Crazy Rich AsianA$18.00

Tommy's MargaritaA$18.00

Sake & Rice Wine

Amanoto Junmai Ginjo

Four Fox Junmai Daiginjo Sake

Toji Sake Junmai Daiginjo

Toji Sake Junmai Ginjo

Highball

Koyomi Highball Blood Orange BittersA$13.00

Koyomi Highball GrapefruitA$13.00

Koyomi Highball Yuzu LimeA$13.00

Bottled Beer & Cider

Asahi Super Dry

Tsingtao Beer

Mismatch Brewing Co Pale Ale

Corona Extra Beer

The Hills Apple Cider

Lick Pier Ginger Beer

Other Drinks

Cascade Lemon Lime Bitters

Soft Drinks

Japanese Whisky (Shot)

Yamazaki Distiller's Reserve, Single Malt, 43% ABVA$25.00

Hibiki Japanese Harmony, Malt & Grain Blend, 43% ABVA$25.00

Yamzaki 12 Year Old, Single Malt, 43% ABVA$39.00

Hakushu Distiller's Reserve, Single Malt, 43% ABVA$23.00

Hakushu 12 Year Old, Single Malt, 43% ABVA$37.00

Hakushu 18 Year Old, Single Malt, 43% ABVA$127.00

Chita, Single Malt, 43% ABVA$22.00

Toki, Malt & Grain Blend, 43% ABVA$20.00

House Spirits (Shot)

Espolon Tequila BlancoA$16.00

Eristoff Vodka OriginalA$16.00

Haku Vodka, 100% Japanese RiceA$16.00

Roku Gin Distilled in JapanA$16.00