Quanjude, a Chinese restaurant known for their trademark Peking Roast Duck since 1864 in Beijing, China has launched a flagship Sydney Restaurant in World Square.
Quanjude Sydney occupies the space that was formerly China Republic restaurant and The Plump Duck and has undergone a complete refurbishment. The 250-seater fine dining establishment features 6 bespoke private dining rooms, a 360-degree bar, open kitchen showcasing the signature Peking Duck and a stage for nightly Bian Lian performances, celebrating the time-honoured ancient Chinese dramatic art featuring performers in brightly coloured costumes momentously ‘face-changing.’ In addition, Quanjude is renowned for their traditional tea pouring ceremonies, showcased nightly as another form of entertainment for guests to enjoy whilst dining.
Paying homage to the original century old Quanjude in Beijing, of which sell over 2 million Peking Roast Ducks annually in China alone, the Sydney restaurant is following suit – since opening they’ve sold over 100 ducks per day, which each customer receiving an official gift certificate acknowledging the purchase, with the inclusion of the number of ducks sold within the restaurant to date.
The menu at Quanjude Sydney showcases the delicacy across a variety of Northern Chinese dishes as well as more adventurous dishes such as Braised Pork Intestine with Black Fungus and Mushroom Casserole ($28.80) or the order in advance Beggar’s Chicken ($68.80) taking six hours to prepare featuring a whole chicken that is stuffed, wrapped in clay and slow baked at a low heat with the animation and reveal presented to the table.
A selection of seafood dishes prepared raw or cooked is available to order such as the tangy Fried Shrimp Balls with Mustard Sauce ($38.80) or whole Lobster (market price) served two ways. To finish try the handmade Beijing Ducklings ($15.80) of crumbly pastry and sweet bean paste or the Aiwowo ($12.80) steamed rice cakes with sweet stuffing.
The bar offers Asian-inspired and traditional cocktails along with an extensive wine list, featuring local and international pours, with the inclusion of Bollinger ($190). In addition to traditional spirits and liqueurs, Quanjude boasts a select list of Chinese Spirits, featuring aged 15 YO bottles of Kweichow Moutai ($2980).
Quanjude Sydney is open seven days with lunch and dinner service.
Quanjude Sydney
Shop 10.41
Upper level, 644 George Street, Sydney
(Corner George and Goulburn Streets)
Hours: 7 days, lunch from 11am – 3pm and dinner from 5pm – 11pm, bar open from 11am – 11pm daily
quanjudesydney.com.au
