Restaurant
Haba Ocean Haberfield
94A Ramsay St, Haberfield NSW 2045, Australia
Find Haba Ocean Haberfield
94A Ramsay St, Haberfield NSW 2045, Australia
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Plan your visitAbout Haba Ocean Haberfield
Live-tank Cantonese feasts land in the Inner West without the cross-town Chinatown trek. Regulars pack out Ramsay Street for the lobster tossed in XO sauce, sweet mud crab, and pipis over noodles—reminiscent of late-night Chinatown institutions, just stripped of the markup. Tables crowd together over Singapore pepper crab with fried mantou, crisp salt-and-pepper calamari, and steamed whole fish buried under ginger and shallots. The kitchen turns out dishes without added MSG, even setting aside dedicated gluten-free options so banquet groups can order without hesitation. Plates hit the table fast and steaming hot alongside cold Tsingtao beers.
- Live seafood specialties: Tanks yield lobster tossed in XO sauce, mud crab, and pipis served at accessible suburban rates.
- Dietary-friendly Cantonese dining: The kitchen accommodates celiac diners with dedicated gluten-free options and cooks without added MSG.
- Communal banquet feasts: Shared banquets feature pepper crab with fried mantou, salt-and-pepper calamari, and whole steamed fish.
What's On at Haba Ocean Haberfield
Upcoming events, special menus and other reasons to plan a visit.
No events or specials listed right now.
Why Diners Choose Haba Ocean Haberfield
Top Cantonese seafood, family banquet sets, and dedicated dietary accommodations in Sydney's Inner West.
Live Seafood at Accessible Suburban Prices
Haba Ocean delivers fresh mud crabs, live lobsters, and whole fish prepared with authentic Cantonese technique without CBD Chinatown premiums.
Fresh seafood with reasonable price.
BELINDA CHOI Signature Live Lobster and House XO Sauce
Diners can order live tank catches paired with house-made XO sauce and signature wok dishes prepared fresh to order.
take advantage of the lobster special (which we got with XO sauce)
Ben Stevens Abundant Multi-Course Banquets for Large Groups
Generous portioning and rapid kitchen output ensure large parties and family gatherings are well-fed across continuous courses.
there were 13 of us and we couldn't eat all the food which just seemed to keep coming out of the kitchen.
Domenico Goffredo Value-Driven Set Menus for Gatherings
Curated set menus offer per-person value and streamlined dining for communal celebratory dinners.
We had the the set menu B - $49.50pp. Great value.
Candice Angus Dedicated Gluten-Free Menu Section
Unlike standard Cantonese kitchens, the restaurant features a dedicated gluten-free menu section catering safely to dietary restrictions.
very accomodating for a Chinese restaurant and has a section in menu for GF!
Eliza Chiu Dietary-Friendly Preparation Without MSG
Dishes are prepared without added monosodium glutamate, making traditional Cantonese banquet cuisine accessible to health-conscious diners.
if you are like me and cannot have MSG, no problems, they DON’T use it!
Julie Starr
Most popular items
Signature Cantonese seafood and banquet specialties highlighted by diners
Salt & Pepper Squid
Salt and pepper calamari is a must and all the seafood is fresh and delicious.
george l Lobster with XO Sauce
Meant we could take advantage of the lobster special (which we got with XO sauce). Yummo!
Ben Stevens Singapore Pepper Crab
The best dish we had is the Singapore pepper crab with fried mantou 10/10 👍🏻
BELINDA CHOI Steamed Fish with Ginger and Shallot
I love their steamed fish with ginger and shallot.
F B
Before you head over
Practical advice on table reservations, seafood specials, and dietary ordering
Book Ahead for Peak Evenings
The dining room is frequently packed with queues forming in the evening, so reserving your table in advance is strongly recommended to ensure a spot.
Prioritize the Live Seafood Specials
For live crustacean specialties, ask about seasonal features like lobster in XO sauce or mud crab with mantou for standout group value.
Request Dietary and Gluten-Free Menus
Guests avoiding wheat or monosodium glutamate can order with confidence, as the restaurant provides a dedicated gluten-free menu section and avoids using MSG.
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