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Claire's Kitchen at le Salon

35 Oxford St, Surry Hills NSW 2010, Australia

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35 Oxford St, Surry Hills NSW 2010, Australia

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+61 419 636 488
HoursMonday: Closed Tuesday: 6:00 PM – 12:00 AM Wednesday: 6:00 PM – 12:00 AM Thursday: 6:00 PM – 12:00 AM Friday: 6:00 PM – 12:00 AM Saturday: 6:00 PM – 12:00 AM Sunday: Closed

*Opening hours may differ during holidays.

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About Claire's Kitchen at le Salon

Oxford Street’s most theatrical dining room—part French salon, part live cabaret. Art deco chandeliers, candelabras, and packed booths set the tempo. Longtime regulars stick to a familiar routine: the duck liver parfait, a three-cheese soufflé, and the signature canard en croûte baked in puff pastry. Upstairs, dinner shows run alongside multi-course menus while the floor team keeps cocktails flowing and conversation humming right through dessert.

  • Classic French Bistro Fare: Orders consistently center on the signature duck pie in pastry, duck liver parfait, and a rich three-cheese soufflé.
  • Dinner Theatre & Cabaret: The upstairs space pairs live cabaret and musical stage acts with multi-course dinner menus.
  • Atmospheric Parisian Room: Booth seating beneath art deco chandeliers and candelabras sets an intimate backdrop for milestones and date nights.
  • Upstairs Function Hosting: Private parties in the salon receive dedicated support, tailored courses, and hands-on event coordination.
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Why Guests Choose Claire's Kitchen at le Salon

Discover why guests choose Claire’s Kitchen for show-stopping cabaret, classic French gastronomy, and unforgettable celebrations—reserve your table today.

  • Live Cabaret Dinner Theatre

    The upstairs salon pairs multi-course French dining with live stage acts, creating an electrifying dinner-theatre experience found nowhere else in Surry Hills.

    The food was sensational, service attentive & entertainment outstanding.

    Fiona Reberger

  • Dramatic Art Deco Ambience

    Flickering candelabras, art deco chandeliers, and intimate booth seating transport guests straight into a vintage Parisian salon.

    an art deco chandelier dangling at a perfect height above us set the perfect dramatic ambience for our dinner.

    Dillon Reece

  • Memorable Milestone Celebrations

    Milestone birthdays are treated with attentive care, personalized table flourishes, and festive hospitality that elevates group dinners.

    Great place for birthday celebration!

    YiBo X

  • Intimate Date-Night Dining

    The snug dining room and buzzy, romantic charm provide the ideal backdrop for memorable date nights and couple dinners.

    perfect for a romantic evening or an intimate dinner with family or friends.

    James Unwin

  • Dedicated Private Salon Hosting

    The private upstairs salon offers complete coordination, personalized setup, and dedicated on-site support for effortless private functions.

    The perfect venue for private party!

    Kate Alderding

  • Generous Multi-Course French Gastronomy

    Multi-course prix-fixe and set menus deliver authentic French classics without compromising on generous portion sizes or culinary precision.

    What must be highlighted is that although this was a fixed menu price, every dish that came was not reduced in size as other restaurants would.

    Howard C

Signature French classics spotlighted across diner reviews.

  • Duck Pie

    Another visit for the duck pie. It's the only thing I want 😁.

    Lynne Lee

  • Three Cheese Soufflé

    My favourite was the soufflé (which was my first time having this) so the bar had been set pretty high.

    LongVodka

  • Duck Liver Parfait

    Would highly recommend the Duck Liver Parfait and the Duck Pie.

    James Unwin

  • Steak Tartare

    The Steak Tartare and Duck Pie are standouts, a perfect balance of flavour in each dish.

    Nicole Agostino

Other favorites

Complement your dining experience with celebratory desserts and signature house cocktails.

  • Croquembouche

    The centrepiece was the croquembouche, which was beautiful and tasted as good as it looked.

    Joachim Worthington

  • Le Citron Cocktail

    Le Citron Cocktail is a must try!

    Nicole Agostino

  • Apple Tart Tatin

    Apple Tart Tatin - simple but well-made

    Winnie D

  • Creme Brulée

    Creme Brulée - the top cracked perfectly, and they served some macarons on the side

    Winnie D

Beyond the menu

Subtle hospitality rituals and hands-on touches that elevate dining and private events at Claire's Kitchen.

  • French Calligraphy & Sparkler Dessert Plating

    Celebratory desserts arrive personalized with 'Happy Birthday' hand-scripted in French across the plate alongside a lit sparkler.

  • Hands-On Owner Event Direction & AV Support

    Upstairs private salon bookings receive direct oversight from owner Marc, who helps coordinate evening formalities, assists with decor setup, and manages sound and AV throughout the event.

  • Proactive Dietary Planning for Salon Gatherings

    Private group bookings receive tailored culinary accommodations across every course, proactively providing bespoke dessert alternatives for guests with overlooked dietary needs.

  • Tableside Deconstructed Tartare Presentation

    The classic beef tartare arrives deconstructed with seasonings positioned around diced beef cubes before being blended and mixed together tableside by the waitstaff.

Before you head over

Practical advice on navigating cabaret bookings, set menus, and private events—reserve your table early for Oxford Street's most theatrical French dining room.

  • Reserve Cabaret Evenings Early and Budget for Drinks

    Claire's signature cabaret dinner theatre pairs live musical acts with a multi-course French meal in the upstairs salon. Because performances run on select evenings and operate as fixed packages where drinks are billed separately, reserve well in advance to secure prime seating.

  • Target Signature Classics Across Fixed Menus

    Whether attending a cabaret show or booking a standard dinner, set menus feature full-sized portions rather than trimmed tasting courses. While some non-traditional dishes can be hit-or-miss, signature staples like the duck pie, duck liver parfait, and three-cheese soufflé consistently receive top marks.

  • Coordinate Dietary Preferences and Event AV in Advance

    If booking the upstairs salon for private dining or milestone parties, coordinate timing, dietary needs, and AV requirements with management in advance. The team readily accommodates dietary restrictions across courses and can arrange centerpiece showstoppers like the house croquembouche.

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