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Chinatown Sizzling House

8 Quay St, Haymarket NSW 2000, Australia

Recommended by 42 people

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Find Chinatown Sizzling House

8 Quay St, Haymarket NSW 2000, Australia

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+61 2 8018 5858
HoursMonday: 11:00 AM – 9:30 PM Tuesday: 11:00 AM – 9:30 PM Wednesday: 11:00 AM – 9:30 PM Thursday: 11:00 AM – 9:30 PM Friday: 11:00 AM – 9:30 PM Saturday: 11:00 AM – 9:30 PM Sunday: 11:00 AM – 9:30 PM

*Opening hours may differ during holidays.

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About Chinatown Sizzling House

Sizzling cast-iron plates hit the outdoor tables with an unmistakable rush of steam and crackle in Haymarket. Grab an al fresco seat along the pedestrian walkway, crack open BYO wine chilled in a provided ice bucket, and share generous platters of Mongolian lamb, garlic chicken, and piping-hot dumplings under the Chinatown night sky.

  • Tableside Sizzling Platters: Food is transferred right onto fiery cast-iron platters at your table, sending up plumes of aromatic steam.
  • Walkway Seating & BYO: Sit along the pedestrian walkway with outside drinks while staff supply chilled ice buckets and glassware.
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Why Choose Chinatown Sizzling House

Interactive tableside sizzling plates, relaxed outdoor BYO walkway seating, and generous hospitality in Chinatown.

  • Tableside Live Sizzling Spectacle

    Dishes are brought to life directly at your table as staff place ingredients onto heated cast-iron platters, sending up clouds of aromatic steam and lively crackling.

    Instead of bringing out pre-made dishes, the staff actually place the food onto the hot plate right in front of you. Watching everything hit the plate and start sizzling is super fun and adds a whole extra layer to the dining experience.

    Liyuan Fang

  • Vibrant and Entertaining Ambiance

    The vibrant street energy of Chinatown combines with bubbling platters and open-air energy to turn shared meals into a spirited occasion.

    The sizzling plates arrived hot and flavorful, and the lively atmosphere made the whole experience even more fun. It felt like a great place to share a meal with friends.

    Fray Stefan

  • Al Fresco Walkway Seating

    Take a seat along the bustling pedestrian walkway under the open Sydney sky, offering a spacious and unique al fresco street dining setup.

    We liked sitting outside a lot, it was a unique experience in Sydney! Not many establishments here have outdoor seating on the walkway like this in the heart of the city, it felt like we were in Europe

    Peachie

  • Convenient BYO Dining Setup

    Diners can bring their own preferred wine and beer, with attentive staff readily providing wine glasses and ice buckets to keep drinks cold.

    Purchased a bottle of wine at the Chinese grocery next door and the restaurant provided glasses and a wine bucket.

    Kirk Driver

  • Generous Shareable Portions

    Large, shareable servings of sizzling meats, hearty fried rice, and handmade dumplings ensure groups leave completely satisfied without overspending.

    A vibrant dining spot recognized for its sizzling dishes and generous portions. The restaurant is well suited for sharing meals with friends or family, creating a lively and enjoyable dining experience.

    Ella Francisco

  • Attentive and Warm Hospitality

    Hospitality goes beyond standard service, with hands-on management taking care of individual requests, custom accommodations, and genuine personal care.

    First and foremost, I’d like to show appreciation to the owner/ manager of this restaurant who was so active and enthusiastic to serve customers.

    Ayushma Dwa

Signature sizzling platters and traditional Chinatown favorites

  • Sizzling Mongolian lamb

    The lamb was tender and came out on a very hot plate which made it more appetizing.

    Franchesca Nicole Chan

  • Honey chicken

    The honey chicken was crispy and juicy

    Jessica-Lillie Lever

  • Special fried rice

    Fried rice had generous toppings and wasn’t dry.

    Franchesca Nicole Chan

  • Soupy buns

    the soupy buns were just as delicious and fresh.

    Jessica-Lillie Lever

Beyond the menu

Thoughtful details and personalized touches that elevate your Chinatown visit

  • Tableside Hot-Plate Assembly

    Instead of delivering fully plated food from the kitchen, staff place the ingredients directly onto heated cast-iron platters at your table, generating instant crackle, steam, and aroma.

  • Walkway BYO Ice Service

    For guests bringing outside drinks to the outdoor walkway, the venue supplies ice buckets and wine glasses to keep beverages properly chilled throughout the meal.

  • Custom Live Seafood Sourcing

    When guests show an interest in fresh seafood, the manager will personally source fresh live seafood from next door and have the kitchen prepare it custom off-menu.

  • Arrival Prawn Crackers

    To kick off the meal, every table is greeted with complimentary prawn crackers right as orders are placed.

Before you head over

Key tips on seating, drinks, and timing for your visit

  • Take advantage of nearby BYO

    The venue does not serve liquor, but guests can BYO wine or beer purchased from neighbouring bottle shops; staff readily supply wine glasses and ice buckets.

  • Choose outdoor walkway seating

    Inside seating is very limited, so opt for the shared outdoor pedestrian walkway tables for more breathing room and the best sizzling dish experience.

  • Book ahead during busy evenings

    Peak evening periods can get very busy around the shared tables, so booking ahead or arriving outside peak times ensures you get seated smoothly.

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