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Claire's Kitchen at Le Salon, Darlinghurst, AU-NSW

Claire's Kitchen at Le Salon

4.5 (42)
$41 to $100
French
35 Oxford Street, Darlinghurst, AU-NSW 2010

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2 people
19:00
Booked 1 time today

About this restaurant

  • Charming
  • Good for special occasions
  • 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, Regional French (Southwestern)
  • Hours of Operation
    Tue–Sat 18:00–00:00
  • Phone number
  • 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.
  • Area
    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 42 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

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.5
4.5 based on recent ratings
  • 4.4Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.5Ambience
  • 4.3Value

NoiseEnergetic

Loved For

  • Eastern Suburbs

    Great for fine wines

  • Eastern Suburbs

    Romantic

  • Eastern Suburbs

    Good for special occasions

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Claire's Kitchen at Le Salon offers an "amazing ambience" with "excellent service" and "exceptional food and wine." Notable dishes include the "chicken florentine, cheese soufflé, and duck parfait." While some experiences vary, many praise the "classic French dishes" and "friendly staff." A "must visit" before its relocation.
42 Reviews
  1. Robin

    Deactivated - Far North Queensland6 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Service wonderful Food exceptional Would recommend & return

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  2. DARRELL VIP

    Sydney3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 5 April 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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  3. Ian

    Sydney1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 29 March 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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  4. Peter VIP

    Glasgow8 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 6 March 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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  5. Frank

    Sydney1 review

    2.0

    Dined on 28 February 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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  6. Tri

    Los Angeles101 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on 28 February 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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  7. Jinny VIP

    New York City14 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on 15 February 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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  8. Trevor

    Gold Coast1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 13 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Friendly staff great food and great vibe in the room

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  9. Richard

    London3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 12 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Classic French dishes in an elegant & quiet dining space. Friendly staff too. Good to hear they have a temporary reprieve from their forced relocation.

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  10. Raynita

    Sydney1 review

    1.0

    Dined on 11 February 2025

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 1
    Very disappointing compared to previous years there before, the standard and quality of food has gone downhill,especially the chateaubriand serve was huge but quaff meat was poor overcooked grisly with lots of tendon and muscle scallops as entree was tiny and French onion soup was sour after port added in complexly unpalatable price was increased, will not recommend it to anyone and definitely will Never go back there ever again .

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Claire's Kitchen at Le Salon is rated 4.5 stars by 42 OpenTable diners.

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35 Oxford Street, Darlinghurst, AU-NSW 2010

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    300m from Anzac Memorial between Pelican and Brisbane Street
  • Area
    Surry Hills
  • Hours of Operation
    Tue–Sat 18:00–00:00
  • Price
    $41 to $100
  • Cuisines
    French, European, Regional French (Southwestern)
  • 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
  • Phone number
  • 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.
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