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Lady Chu

3 Roslyn St, Potts Point NSW 2011, Australia

Recommended by 73 people

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3 Roslyn St, Potts Point NSW 2011, Australia

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+61 2 5850 8484
HoursMonday: Closed Tuesday: Closed 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 Lady Chu

Lady Chu turns Potts Point pavement into a vibrant open-air party of punchy Vietnamese cooking and unapologetic energy. Grab a sidewalk table along Roslyn Street beneath the canopy of umbrellas, greenery, and fairy lights. Regulars know Nahji Chu runs the floor her own way—calling shots, ditching scripted pleasantries, and delivering pure personality. The kitchen matches her pace with oversized rice paper rolls tightly wrapped with roast duck or prawn, followed by crisp bánh xèo and delicate crab spring rolls. Wine flows freely alongside Peking duck pancakes and bowls of fragrant pho, stretching dinners into late-night sidewalk revelry before Henri finishes orders of Crêpes Chuzette tableside.

  • Jumbo Rice Paper Rolls: Stuffed with roast duck or prawn, these heavy rolls dwarf standard takeaway portions.
  • Crispy Bánh Xèo: Crisp, blistered Vietnamese pancakes folded over savoury fillings and served alongside fresh greens.
  • Roslyn Street Pavement Scene: Umbrellas, greenery, fairy lights, and crisp white tablecloths lining Roslyn Street for late-night dining.
  • Unfiltered Hospitality: Founder Nahji Chu commands the dining floor with candid, theatrical flair and tableside energy.
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Why Dine at Lady Chu

Why diners choose Lady Chu for street dining, spirited hospitality, and group nights out

  • Atmospheric Roslyn Street Alfresco Dining

    Tables set directly along Roslyn Street combine umbrellas, greenery, crisp white tablecloths, and fairy lights for immersive open-air dining.

    The plants, the music, the canopy of umbrellas and the crisp white tablecloths make dining here a pleasure.

    Shasta Marcelo

  • Pavement Energy and Vibrant People-Watching

    Outdoor pavement tables offer front-row people-watching paired with first-class French-Vietnamese street fare and drinks.

    Lovely service, great pavement location so people-watching becomes part of the experience and the Vietnamese -French cooking is just first class.

    Ian Ferris

  • Unfiltered and Soulful Ownership Presence

    Founder Nahji Chu runs the dining room floor with charismatic passion, humor, and hands-on guidance that elevates the entire room.

    She’s not some owner sitting invisibly behind the scenes either. She’s there, running the show and making the restaurant feel like an extension of her own personality.

    Peter Tsakonas

  • Genuinely Candid and Unpretentious Welcome

    Direct, genuine hospitality replaces synthetic customer service scripts with authentic connection and candid warmth.

    So we appreciate the raw honest emotions rather than fake niceness.

    Kristi Õismann

  • Celebratory Street Gatherings for Groups

    Lively outdoor tables accommodate group celebrations with shared plates, sparklers for birthdays, and vibrant festive energy.

    Beautiful outdoor seating with fairy lights and cute decor. We went as a table of 6. Ordered so many yummy dishes.

    Kaya Attwell

  • High-Spirited Nights Out with Friends

    Vibrant Friday nights come alive with wine, abundant share plates, and an energetic crowd chilling on the sidewalk.

    was so nice to walk up to a vibrant welcoming and a street lined with people chilln’ on a Friday evening . Vibes were fun, food was fire, and the laughs just kept coming.

    Jax

Signature Vietnamese street dishes and share plates enjoyed on Roslyn Street

  • Peking Duck Pancakes

    The Peking Duck pancakes are particularly delicious, the best duck I've had since visiting Beijing.

    Suzanne Tyrpak

  • Banh Xeo

    I did take many manage to snap the delicious Banh Xeo!

    Jax

  • Chicken Pho

    We thoroughly enjoyed all dishes but were particularly blown away by the chicken pho, couldn’t recommend enough.

    Melia Bloch

  • Rice Paper Rolls

    These rolls were jumbo sized portions of tastiness and I was actually full

    Ignatius Tse

Other favorites

French-Vietnamese tableside desserts and signature drinks to round out the meal

  • Crêpes Chuzette

    Henri/Henri who prepared our Crêpes Chuzette, ( the restaurant’s delicious take on a French classic) with skill and panache at our table.

    Rob Alcock

  • Martinis

    Crispy eggplant and martinis all the way!

    Savva Savas

  • Tommy Margs

    I love the tommy margs here

    Jack Abbott

  • Cocktails

    While my humans enjoyed delicious dumplings, bao buns and cocktails, I supervised closely to ensure quality control.

    Alexandre Gomez

Beyond the menu

Thoughtful service rituals, tableside flourishes, and personal hospitality on Roslyn Street

  • Tableside Crêpes Chuzette Preparation

    Floor staff prepare and flambé the restaurant's signature Crêpes Chuzette dessert directly beside your table with dedicated culinary showmanship.

  • Full-Team Birthday Sparkler Celebrations

    For celebratory gatherings, the floor team brings out birthday dishes accompanied by lit sparklers to celebrate guests.

  • VIP Pet Welcome & Take-Home Bags

    Four-legged dining companions receive personalized hospitality, water, attention, and a dedicated doggy gift bag to take home.

  • Hands-On Founder Table Visits & Menu Curation

    Founder Nahji Chu actively works the dining floor, personally curating menu selections, checking in on guests, and greeting diners tableside.

Before you head over

Practical guidance to make the most of your Roslyn Street dining experience

  • Book Ahead for Peak Hours

    Reserve a table in advance rather than expecting walk-in space during peak dinner rushes, or drop by during mid-afternoon off-peak hours for a more relaxed setting.

  • Pace Your Ordering

    Portions are generous and dishes arrive fresh and fast—review the menu beforehand to order decisively and avoid over-ordering before main courses.

  • Embrace the Unfiltered Service Style

    Expect direct, candid hospitality and lively street energy rather than scripted dining service, embracing the bold personality of the venue.

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