Ester

Nestled along the streets of Chippendale in Sydney is Ester, a modern Australian dining destination helmed by chef-owner Mat Lindsay. Dishes on the menu are diverse, spanning a variety of cuisines and techniques to create something that refuses to be pigeon-holed. At the core is premium Australian seafood, meats and vegetables, transformed into inventive sharing plates. The dining room strikes a balance between industrial sleekness and warm, neighbourhood intimacy, while focusing diners’ attention solely on the food. Accompanied by an extensive wine programme of natural and skin-contact bottles from independent growers, Ester quietly rethinks what urban dining could be in the capital city. 

Tatler Tip

No reservation? No problem. The bar takes walk-ins and serves a compact selection of bites, cocktails and wine.