Claire's Kitchen at Le Salon

Name: Claire's Kitchen at Le Salon
Address: 35 Oxford Street, Darlinghurst, AU-NSW, Australia, 2010
Telephone: 0493 233 870
Price range: $41 to $100
Rating: 4.5

4.5 (45)

$41 to $100

French

35 Oxford Street, Darlinghurst, AU-NSW 2010

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2 people

Jul 1, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 6 times today

About this restaurant

Good for special occasions
Charming
Great for fine wines

Open since 2010, Claire's Kitchen creates an authentic and familiar French experience that keeps bringing customers back.

Situated between Surry Hills and Darlinghurst over 2 levels. The ground level is reserved for classic dinner experience while the mezzanine level hosts Cabaret Nights from Tuesday to Sunday or private functions at request.

Former TV chef Marc Kuzma (aka Claire de Lune) lets his talents shine at his Darlinghurst venture. Step through the doors from Oxford Street, and enter a world of glamour, decadence and French chic. Soaring ceilings, imported wallpapers, glittering chandeliers, white linen, black Louis XV chairs and French antiques will make you feel like you're world's away from the chaos of the bustling street outside. Oh oui, nous aimons que….(we love that!). Charming French waiters warmly welcome patrons at Claire' and the brasserie classics with contemporary touches are done with true French finesse. It's French chic at its best.

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$41 to $100
Cuisines
French, European, Southwest French
Hours of operation
Tue–Sat 6:00 pm–12:00 am
Phone number
0493 233 870
Website
http://www.claireskitchen.com.au/
Payment options
AMEX, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Smart Casual
Executive chef
MARC KUZMA
Catering
Upon Request
Private party facilities
Le Salon is on the mezzanine level with it's own sound system and a small stage, projection screen, TV for your function needs. Le Salon is perfect for a seat down dinner for up to 50 guests, a cocktail party for up to 80The whole restaurant for up to 120 guests for seat down dinner or lunch or cocktail party for up to 160 guests.

Location
35 Oxford Street, Darlinghurst, AU-NSW 2010
Neighborhood
Surry Hills
Cross street
300m from Anzac Memorial between Pelican and Brisbane Street
Parking details
Street Parking
Public transit
Train 350m From Museum station, 800m from Town Hall station - Bus stop on Oxford St opp Brisbane St ; 373, M10, 392, 440, 340, 377, 311, 397, 399, 396, 333N, 394, X39
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cafe, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Outdoor Smoking Area, Private Room, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 45 people are saying

Claire's Kitchen at Le Salon reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.5

4.5 based on recent ratings

4.4Food
4.6Service
4.5Ambience
4.3Value

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Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Claire's Kitchen at Le Salon offers an authentic French dining experience with "exceptional food" and "wonderful service." The ambience is charming, perfect for intimate dinners or larger gatherings. Signature dishes like duck pie and lemon tart receive high praise. However, it's recommended to check for events that might affect the atmosphere.

45 Reviews

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Stefanie VIP
Sydney8 reviews
5.0
Dined on June 7, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Delicious food, friendly service & nice ambience—we truly enjoyed the evening.
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Antony
Melbourne1 review
5.0
Dined on May 31, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Wonderful restaurant in all aspects. Highly recommend.
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Deborah
New York City4 reviews
5.0
Dined on May 13, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Always perfect My go to restaurant- for a dinner alone or a function True French restaurant- waiters are French also and provide great service Food is great with traditional French offerings- bring your appetite as servings are generous. Last week shared an Osso Bucco - the meat was so tender I didn’t need a knife Would recommend the scallops and Duck pie There is music playing but so soft you can actually talk with the people you are with I arranged a farewell for a much loved manager there - 30 people and the night went smoothly—
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Robin
Deactivated - Far North Queensland6 reviews
5.0
Dined on April 26, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Service wonderful Food exceptional Would recommend & return
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DARRELL VIP
Sydney3 reviews
5.0
Dined on April 5, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Our experience started when we entered this magnificent restaurant, the ambience was amazing, the service was excellent and the food and wine was exceptional. Ten out of ten!
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Ian
Sydney1 review
5.0
Dined on March 29, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Welcome back (sort of, technically you hadn't gone) was a wonderful evening. All the dishes were superb, the wait staff outstanding, and we thoroughly enjoyed the history lesson about the vineyard of the wines we selected. We were full up to pussys bow! Thank you for having us
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Peter VIP
Glasgow/Lanarkshire8 reviews
5.0
Dined on March 6, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Like a little part of France tucked away in Oz. Warm welcome, authentic dishes with excellent service. Highly recommend.
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Frank
Sydney1 review
2.0
Dined on February 28, 2025
1. Overall 2
2. Food 2
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 3
Food was ok but unfortunately nothing to rave on about. People were nice.
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Tri
Los Angeles101 reviews
4.0
Dined on February 28, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Beautiful dining room right on Oxford Street. The food was very good, especially the chicken florentine, the cheese soufflé, and the duck parfait. The staff were all gracious and friendly.
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Jinny VIP
New York City14 reviews
3.0
Dined on February 15, 2025
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 3
This was an experience of extremes really. It’s obviously popular as few empty seats. Best dirty martini ever thanks to the genius behind the bar. However the French onion soup was inedible - it’s served from the bar, rather than the kitchen, was lukewarm with two small croutons floating in it and a weird tomato-y smell. The addition of an egg yolk at the table only made it more unpleasant. They probably need to go back to the drawing board on that one as you could reasonably expect rich, slightly boozy, beef broth, sweet slow-cooked onions and a bowl-sized crouton bubbling with melted gruyere fresh from the grill. The mushroom tart had nice flavours but the pastry was soggy - a reheating issue no doubt. The duck pie was amazing - so delicious! Crispy, tasty and a very generous serve. The highlight of the night. We also had the stuffed zucchini flower special which was great. Probably wouldn’t return.
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FAQs

Claire's Kitchen at Le Salon is rated 4.5 stars by 45 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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2 people

Jul 1, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 6 times today

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35 Oxford Street, Darlinghurst, AU-NSW 2010

Additional information

Cross street
300m from Anzac Memorial between Pelican and Brisbane Street
Neighborhood
Surry Hills
Hours of operation
Tue–Sat 6:00 pm–12:00 am
Price
$41 to $100
Cuisines
French, European, Southwest French
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Smart Casual
Parking details
Street Parking
Public transit
Train 350m From Museum station, 800m from Town Hall station - Bus stop on Oxford St opp Brisbane St ; 373, M10, 392, 440, 340, 377, 311, 397, 399, 396, 333N, 394, X39
Payment options
AMEX, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
MARC KUZMA
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cafe, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Outdoor Smoking Area, Private Room, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.claireskitchen.com.au/
Phone number
0493 233 870
Catering
Upon Request
Private party facilities
Le Salon is on the mezzanine level with it's own sound system and a small stage, projection screen, TV for your function needs. Le Salon is perfect for a seat down dinner for up to 50 guests, a cocktail party for up to 80The whole restaurant for up to 120 guests for seat down dinner or lunch or cocktail party for up to 160 guests.

Claire's Kitchen at Le Salon

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What 45 people are saying

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