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Pearl Dining

Entry on Young St Quay Quarter Tower, AMP Building, Level 1/50 Bridge St, Sydney NSW 2000, Australia

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Entry on Young St Quay Quarter Tower, AMP Building, Level 1/50 Bridge St, Sydney NSW 2000, Australia

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+61 2 7227 6293
HoursMonday: Closed Tuesday: 5:30 – 8:30 PM Wednesday: 5:30 – 8:30 PM Thursday: 12:00 – 2:30 PM, 5:30 – 8:30 PM Friday: 12:00 – 2:30 PM, 5:30 – 9:00 PM Saturday: 5:30 – 9:00 PM Sunday: Closed

*Opening hours may differ during holidays.

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About Pearl Dining

Perched in Quay Quarter Tower overlooking the Harbour Bridge, Pearl crafts sharp, modern Cantonese banquets rooted in uncompromising technique. Settle in by the windows for dry-aged double-roasted Peking duck carved right at the table. Wok-fried lobster skips the heavy starch dredging, letting sweet, springy meat shine alongside plump prawn dumplings and charred beef rich with wok hei. Multi-generational family banquets and anniversary tables pack the room, guided by floor staff who pace each course and keep Lychee Lux cocktails flowing. Dinner wraps up with a refreshing mango sago that clears the classic litmus test—pleasantly light and never too sweet.

  • Tableside Peking Duck: Dry-aged and double-roasted, carved directly in front of diners with crisp skin and tender meat.
  • Lighter Shellfish Technique: Fresh lobster wok-tossed without heavy cornstarch coatings, preserving its clean sweetness and springy bite.
  • Harbour Bridge Setting: Floor-to-ceiling windows on Quay Quarter Tower's second level overlook the Sydney Harbour Bridge.
  • Polished Event Hospitality: Knowledgeable staff adeptly pace multi-course family banquets, milestone birthdays, and holiday seatings.
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What's On at Pearl Dining

Upcoming events, special menus and other reasons to plan a visit.

Why Choose Pearl Dining

Why diners choose Pearl Dining for celebratory Cantonese feasts by Sydney Harbour

  • Dry-Aged Duck Sliced Tableside

    The signature Peking duck is dry-aged, double-roasted, and presented directly before guests for an authentic tableside experience.

    its one of the rare places in Sydney where you can try Peking Duck and have it sliced in front if you.

    Tingting

  • Lightly Battered Wok-Fried Lobster

    Fresh lobster is wok-prepared without heavy starch coatings, highlighting its natural sweetness and firm, springy texture.

    The lobster isn’t coated in a thick batter (usually heavy with cornstarch like in most Chinese restaurants), so you can really taste the lobster’s natural sweetness and its firm, springy texture.

    Ice Lau

  • Approved by Traditional Palates

    Multigenerational Cantonese families feel completely at ease with dishes that honor traditional flavour profiles without unnecessary sweetness.

    the desserts are chinese parents approved not too sweet

    Jade Lee

  • Attentive Celebratory Hospitality

    Attentive floor management and proactive personal care make milestone occasions and anniversaries stress-free and memorable.

    thank you for making this valentines and anniversary dinner unforgettable.

    Johnny huynh

  • Harbour Bridge Dining Setting

    Perched on Quay Quarter's second floor, Pearl offers guests views of the Sydney Harbour Bridge during dinner service.

    offering a luxurious yet relaxed experience with shimmering Harbour Bridge views.

    Maudy Ariawan

  • Harbour Fireworks Viewpoint

    Special multi-course event banquets provide dedicated vantage points for watching Sydney's iconic fireworks.

    Everything was impeccable, from the food to the service and a magnificent view of the harbour bridge to watch the fireworks!

    Sally D

Signature Cantonese culinary highlights and banquet centrepieces

  • Peking Duck

    the Peking duck in particular was excellent

    Bruce McDonald

  • Toothfish

    the Steamed Toothfish just melted in the mouth.

    孙玥

  • Wok-Fried Lobster

    The lobster isn’t coated in a thick batter (usually heavy with cornstarch like in most Chinese restaurants), so you can really taste the lobster’s natural sweetness and its firm, springy texture.

    Ice Lau

  • Prawn Dumplings

    We absolutely loved the prawn dumplings—fresh, delicate, and packed with flavour.

    Remee

Other favorites

Accompaniments, craft drinks, and sweet finishes

  • Lychee Lux Cocktail

    The lychee lux cocktail was also a highlight—light, fragrant, and a great pairing with the meal.

    Remee

  • Mango Sago

    For dessert, the mango sago was refreshing and the perfect sweet finish.

    Remee

  • Fried Rice

    The fried rice was excellent with the requisite breath of the wok.

    E

  • Crispy Eggplant with Pork Floss

    Crispy eggplant, curry leaf, pork floss – the best eggplant I’ve ever had - light, crisp, and bursting with flavour and texture.

    Maudy Ariawan

Beyond the menu

Thoughtful hospitality gestures and elevated table service touches that enhance special gatherings.

  • Tableside Peking Duck Carving

    Chefs bring the roasted Peking duck directly to the table to carve and portion it in front of diners, providing an interactive traditional dining display.

  • Celebratory Cake Presentation & Photo Assistance

    Floor staff proactively facilitate family birthday moments by timing the presentation of celebratory cakes and taking group photos for the table.

  • Proactive Private Room Upgrades for Families

    Management actively monitors table comfort during multi-generational family milestones, offering complimentary room upgrades to comfortably accommodate parties with infants.

  • Duck Bones Packaged for Home

    Diners ordering whole duck are thoughtfully offered the remaining duck carcass and bones packaged to take home for cooking broth or secondary dishes.

Before you head over

Practical advice for reservations, table placement, and celebration planning at Pearl Dining.

  • Request an outdoor table for bridge views

    If you want Harbour Bridge scenery with your meal, specifically request an outside table when booking, as some indoor spots have obstructed angles.

  • Share the duck and take home the bones

    A whole roasted duck comfortably satisfies a table of four, and staff can pack up the leftover duck bones to take home upon request.

  • Factor in cakeage and service fees

    When organizing a birthday banquet, account for a standard 10% service charge alongside a $5 per head cake fee in your celebration budget.

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