Bellevue Woolloomooloo: Modern French Dining With A Japanese Twist
Bellevue Woolloomooloo – a sleek waterfront dining destination blending modern French cuisine with delicate Japanese influences – has just opened its doors at the world-famous Finger Wharf.
Backed by the team behind Bellevue Cottage in Glebe, Bellevue Woolloomooloo is led by executive chef/co-owner Antoine Moscovitz and a tight-knit group of passionate restaurateurs with a common goal to create memorable moments through exceptional food, warm hospitality, and inspired storytelling.
Originally from Paris, Moscovitz brings an extraordinary pedigree to the kitchen. His career highlights include cooking under Alain Ducasse, serving as private chef to the House of Roederer Cristal Champagne, and honing his skills locally at Salt with Luke Mangan and Bathers’ Pavilion with Serge Dansereau. He was also the former owner of Antoine’s Grill, awarded Sydney’s Best French Restaurant in 2015.
“We always dreamt of having a space on the wharf,” says Moscovitz. “It’s surreal to be back where I once stood dreaming as a young chef, and now, we’re here serving our own vision of modern French dining, made lighter and brighter through a Japanese lens.”
Joining Antoine in the kitchen is executive chef Keith Murray, whose CV spans some of the most acclaimed kitchens in Europe and Asia, including Michelin-starred restaurant Patrick Guilbaud in Dublin, Sydney’s Grand Pacific Group, and restaurant Urakawa in Tokyo. His approach brings precision, innovation, and a deep respect for seasonal produce.
The menu, crafted by Moscovitz and Murray, is a celebration of French technique elevated by Japanese nuance. Starter options include a selection of breads as well as snacks such as Sydney Rock Oysters, Scallop Crudo, Gaspacho, Potato Pillows and the divine Crab Croquettes with bonito and wasabi crème fraîche.
Standout small plate dishes include Spanner Crab Bouillabaisse, Bellevue-Kyoto Tartar, Pork Belly “Black Out”, the delicious Saint Jacque (scallops, sweet corn, truffle, cauliflower, almond) and the outstanding Dusty Salmon with soft and tender confit, seaweed, lemon, avocado and ginger. Every bite is just so flavourful, totally delectable!
For the mains, you’re spoilt for choice with highlights including the “Yellow Wine” Drunken Corn Fed Chicken, Bone-in Fillet of Beef, Canon of Lamb and Snapper en Mouclade with slowly cooked mussels, saffron vanilla sauce and sorrel. But our top pick has to be the Bar au Beurre Blanc with sea bass, fennel and smoked caviar. Super tender and utterly delicious, it melts right in your mouth!
Wash it all down with one of their fine wines or signature cocktails such as the L’Air de Kyoto (Midori, yuzu-infused sake, pineapple, house-made yuzu sorbet), Plume Noire (vodka, plum liqueur, lemon, plum bitters) or Ambre Nippon (suntory Toki blended whisky, maple syrup, double barrel-ages bitters, dehydrated smoked orange) to end your night on a high.
The space, by Gabriela Mastroianni of Aestoria Design Co., blends classic French elegance with contemporary Japanese minimalism. A show-stopping cellar created in collaboration with champagne Pommery anchors the restaurant, alongside warm neutral tones and limited-edition artworks. While the front-of-house team is led by Alex Rundle, formerly of Sails on Lavender Bay, who brings over 30 years of service-driven experience. His ethos of understated hospitality sets the tone for the guest journey.
With 250 seats, including an intimate 10 seat chef’s table, Bellevue Woolloomooloo is now open for lunch and dinner. The venue caters to business lunches, romantic evenings, family weekends, and anyone seeking an elegant dining experience with a waterfront view and a side of Sydney magic.
Bellevue Woolloomooloo
Unit 2/6F Cowper Wharf Roadway, Woolloomooloo
Open Wednesday to Sunday (11:30am – 11pm)