Armorica Brings a Taste of Paris to Surry Hills

The aroma of roasted meats greets patrons as they step through the doors of Armorica Grand Brasserie, the latest addition to Sydney’s booming French dining scene.

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Located at 490 Crown Street in the heart of Surry Hills, the new restaurant pays homage to the foods and flavours of France.

Named after the ancient Celtic region of Armorica, which spanned parts of modern-day Brittany and reached into what would later become Paris – Armorica Grand Brasserie celebrates both Parisian cuisine and French cooking traditions. At the heart of the kitchen lies a custom-built Josper grill, used to replicate the time-honoured technique of wood-fire cooking.

Leading Armorica’s culinary program is chef Jose Saulog, who curated a menu showcasing French classics with modern flair.

Diners can enjoy small plates like beef tartare and rigatoni, before moving on to larger entrees such as spaghetti or the restaurant’s signature Steak Frites. Cooked to perfection on the Josper grill, the steak is served alongside crisp fries and your choice of bone marrow butter, béarnaise or mushroom sauce.

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Seafood also features prominently on the menu, with dishes like whole rock lobster and oysters. Those with a sweet tooth can end their meal on a delightful note, indulging in desserts like their signature chocolate bar from pastry chef Travin DeHoedt.

With seating for up to 150 guests, Armorica’s recently renovated space includes two large dining rooms centred around a striking marble bar. Patrons can watch Armorica’s chefs hard at work preparing meals behind the bar, which helps create an engaging, bustling atmosphere.

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Armorica Grand Brasserie is open for lunch on Fridays through Sundays from 12:00 p.m., and serves dinner Tuesday to Sunday from 5:00 p.m. The new French eatery comes from the same team behind nearby restaurants Franca Brasserie and Parlar, so guests can expect the same high-quality ingredients and service that have defined those two venues.

Visit their website for more information.

Published 6-September-2023