Ester Restaurant
Last updated★ 4.6 · 1,692 Google reviews
Ester Restaurant in Chippendale is a licensed, eclectic restaurant set in a concrete-walled room with a wood-fired oven. One visitor found the room warm and relaxed, and it suits a long dinner or a celebration. It is best at potato bread and seafood, and visitors say it is on the pricier side. Strickland Park is a one-minute walk away.
Cuisine at Ester Restaurant
Food at Ester Restaurant
The menu is built for sharing, with plates cooked in a wood-fired oven. Fermented potato bread is the dish visitors name most, and seafood is a strength, from chicken fat oysters to grilled prawns that diners say can be eaten shells and all. A whole charred cauliflower with almonds and a creamy sauce shows the cooking style, and a large bone-in pork cut is juicy and tender. Vegetarian options are available, and one visitor called a cabbage dish the standout of the meal.
What to order: Fermented potato bread · Grilled prawns · Chicken fat oysters
Drinks at Ester Restaurant
The drinks focus is wine. The restaurant is fully licensed and does not allow BYO, and one visitor paired Australian wines with their meal. A wall of wine bottles is a visible part of the room.
What customers say about Ester Restaurant
- 💬Potato bread and seafood dishes are the most named highlights.
- 💬Service is praised as attentive and professional.
- 💬Prices are on the high side, though some feel the cooking justifies them.
- 💬Rich, sauce-heavy dishes can feel heavy over a full meal.
Tips for visiting Ester Restaurant
- ✓Rich dishes add up, so add a salad or a lighter plate to the order.
- ✓Bookings can be made online, and walk-ins are welcome on the day.
- ✓The restaurant closes for the Christmas break, with the last service on 23 December 2026.
Getting to Ester Restaurant
46-52 Meagher St, Chippendale NSW 2008. Parking is available. One visitor notes it is a short walk from Central station.
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FAQ about Ester Restaurant
What cuisine does Ester Restaurant serve?
It serves eclectic dishes, with seafood, potato bread and wood-fired cooking among the highlights.
Can I book a table at Ester Restaurant?
Yes, bookings are available online, and same-day walk-ins are also welcome.
Is Ester Restaurant BYO?
No, it is fully licensed and does not allow BYO.
Does Ester Restaurant have vegetarian options?
Yes, it has vegetarian options on the menu.