Epicurean
Barangaroo, Sydney
Restaurant in Sydney, Australia
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Price
$50–100per person
Dress
Smart Casual
Why go
Epicurean is a practical Barangaroo option when ease matters more than a hard-to-get reservation or a clearly defined cuisine brief. Choose it for flexible Sydney dining with low booking friction; cross-shop Nobu, Oncore by Clare Smyth, Pizza'Mare, Golden Century, or Woodcut if the occasion needs a more specific identity.
About Epicurean
Epicurean is a Sydney venue with a smart casual dress code.
Who should put this on the Sydney shortlist
Epicurean may suit diners who are considering a Sydney meal and are comfortable confirming the remaining details themselves. If you are comparing other named options, you might also look at Nobu, Oncore by Clare Smyth, Pizza'Mare, Woodcut, or Golden Century, depending on what you verify for your plans.
Use this as a practical starting point rather than a fully specified recommendation.
Planning details
- Hours
- Monday: 7 AM–2:30 PM, 5:30–10 PM · Tuesday: 7 AM–2:30 PM, 5:30–10 PM
- Location
- Level 5/1 Barangaroo Ave, Barangaroo NSW 2000, Australia
- Website
- crownsydney.com.au/restaurants/epicurean
- Phone
- +61 2 8871 7188
Venue details
Ambiance
Upscale hotel buffet with a vibrant open‑kitchen theatre feel, polished contemporary design, and panoramic harbour views that create an elegant yet energetic atmosphere.
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At the Table
- Dress Code
- Smart Casual
- Noise Level
- Lively
- Service Style
- Upscale Casual
- Meal Pacing
- Standard
- Capacity
- Very Large
- Kitchen
- Seasonal
- Menu Format
- Buffet
- Dietary
- Pescatarian friendly
- Private Dining
- Available
- Opened
- 2021
Signature Dishes
- cold seafood counter with oysters and prawns
- Peking duck
- sushi and sashimi selection
- roast meats
- dessert bar
Know before you go
Know Before You Go
- Getting there
- Level 5/1 Barangaroo Ave, Barangaroo NSW 2000, Australia
Planning details
Hours
- Monday
- 7 AM–2:30 PM, 5:30–10 PM
- Tuesday
- 7 AM–2:30 PM, 5:30–10 PM
- Wednesday
- 7 AM–2:30 PM, 5:30–10 PM
- Thursday
- 7 AM–2:30 PM, 5:30–10 PM
- Friday
- 7 AM–2:30 PM, 5:30–11 PM
- Saturday
- 7 AM–3 PM, 5:30–11 PM
- Sunday
- 7 AM–3 PM, 5:30–10 PM
Location
Level 5/1 Barangaroo Ave, Barangaroo NSW 2000, Australia · Directions
Also consider
Also Consider
- Pizza'Mare, Pizza / Italian, Pizza / Italian
- Nobu, Notable alternative
- Oncore by Clare Smyth, Modern British, Modern British
- Golden Century, Notable alternative
- Woodcut, Notable alternative
Restaurant context
How Epicurean compares in Sydney
Epicurean is the easier, more flexible pick if the priority is getting a table in Barangaroo without committing to a narrow format. Nobu is the better fit for diners who want a recognisable name and a more defined brand experience, while Oncore by Clare Smyth is the stronger choice for a high-stakes celebration where the meal itself is the point.
For value and clarity, Pizza'Mare is easier to choose when the group wants Pizza / Italian rather than an open-ended dining brief. Golden Century is the more useful cross-shop for a Sydney group meal with a classic local feel, while Woodcut makes more sense when ambiance and a polished dining-room experience carry the decision.
Book Epicurean when convenience and booking ease outrank culinary specificity. If the occasion needs a sharper identity, pick Nobu for brand recognition, Oncore by Clare Smyth for a splurge, Pizza'Mare for casual Italian, Golden Century for group-friendly Sydney dining, or Woodcut for a more polished night out.
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Compare Epicurean
| Venue | Location | Cuisine | Awards |
|---|---|---|---|
| Epicurean | Sydney | No published awards | |
| Pizza’Mare | Sydney | Pizza / Italian | No published awards |
| Nobu | Sydney | 2026 Harden's Top 100 UK Restaurants · #85Michelin Guide Great Britain & Ireland 20262026 OAD Top Restaurants in Europe Recommended2025 OAD Top Restaurants in North America Ranked · #4492025 Wine Spectator Best of Award of Excellence2025 Michelin Plate2024 OAD Top Restaurants in North America Ranked · #3822024 Michelin Plate2023 OAD Top Restaurants in North America Recommended | |
| Oncore by Clare Smyth | Barangaroo | Modern British | 2026 La Liste Top Restaurants2025 The Best Chef One Knife2025 La Liste Top Restaurants |
| Golden Century | Sydney | The Sydney Morning Herald Good Food Guide 2027: Full List of Hats (NSW) | |
| Woodcut | Sydney | No published awards |
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
What are alternatives to compare with Epicurean?
Other named options to compare include Nobu, Oncore by Clare Smyth, Woodcut, Pizza'Mare, and Golden Century, along with other dining rooms.
Is Epicurean good for a special occasion?
Epicurean may still be worth considering if the current venue details fit your plans.
