Gold Class Daruma
Last updatedβ 4.6 Β· 652 Google reviews Β· $$$
Gold Class Daruma is a traditional Japanese restaurant on Level 1 of The Grace Hotel on York Street. The room has a quirky, characterful setting, and it is best known for its omakase and chef's tasting menus, which diners say are strong value for the quality. Wynyard Park is a four-minute walk away.
Cuisine at Gold Class Daruma
Food at Gold Class Daruma
The restaurant is built around Japanese set menus: a chef's tasting menu, omakase, and a Daruma bento. The bento arrives on a lacquered tray with a bowl of sashimi over rice, a small salad, pickles and miso soup. Regulars keep naming the sushi and the chef's tasting courses. One diner singled out the pufferfish, and another praised the lobster prepared across several courses. One diner who has a coeliac child said the team handled gluten-free and nut-free orders carefully, including gluten-free tempura.
What to order: Chef's tasting menu Β· Sushi Β· Omakase, chef's choice
Sitting at the counter
When the room is full, guests are seated at the counter, where the chef prepares each piece in view. One lunch diner ended up there and enjoyed the front-row view of the preparation. Another visitor described the omakase as a meal built on trust in the chef, with each course arriving in a clear progression. The counter is the place to sit if watching the cooking matters to you.
What customers say about Gold Class Daruma
- π¬Warm, efficient service, with the chef and staff praised by several diners
- π¬Good value for the quality of the omakase and tasting menus
- π¬Counter seats that put guests in front of the chef's work
Tips for visiting Gold Class Daruma
- βBook ahead: weekday dinners and lunches were nearly full in recent visits.
- βOne diner noted that omakase is not offered on Monday nights, so check which menu runs on your night.
- βMention any gluten-free or nut-free needs when you book, as one diner with a severe allergy did.
Getting to Gold Class Daruma
Gold Class Daruma is on Level 1 of The Grace Hotel, 77 York Street, Sydney NSW 2000. Parking is available, and the restaurant is step-free.
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FAQ about Gold Class Daruma
What cuisine does Gold Class Daruma serve?
It serves traditional Japanese food, with a chef's tasting menu, a bento and omakase dining at the counter.
Can I book a table at Gold Class Daruma?
Diners advise booking ahead, as weekday dinners and lunches were often nearly full.
Is there omakase at Gold Class Daruma?
Yes, omakase is served, though one diner noted it is not offered on Monday nights.