Aria (Sydney)

Dinner was at one of the restaurants we shortlisted on Trip Advisor - Aria:

1 Macquarie St  Sydney NSW 2000, Australia
+61 2 9252 2555



walking distance from Opera House and we were really lucky... though we didnt make reservations, the restaurant took us knowing we were catching the play later so they probably knew we wouldnt stay beyond a certain time...



Aria is apparently owned by Matt Moran (whom i also duno who he is but Shan and Joey said he was one of the chef in the MasterChef Australia.. which means he should be pretty popular!).



we went for two 1 course (AUD$46) and one 2 courses (AUD$74) and an extra side to share.


we chose the roast pork belly for the starter for the 2 course... 



which was amazing! very crispy skin and super tender meat!

we also ordered an additional side of truffle mashed potato (AUD$15)...




very expensive but very good!

for the mains, Joey ordered the chicken which consisted of 3 main items....



another view...



the chicken was freaking impressive. Joey was especially pleased with the chicken. the chicken was tender, juicy and bouncy!!! the mac and cheese was also good. what was most impressive was the piece that looked like ngoh hiang. SUPER GOOD! crispy and just simply delectable!

the other mains we chose was the beef cheeks..



aiyooooo sooo tender, so tasty, nicely braised!



and next was the baked cauliflower with a flan...







also crazy awesome! rather uncommon dishes, very nicely done! YUMMY!

complimentary dessert...



we decided if we still have money have the next few days, we'd be back!