Rick Stein Reveals His Favourite Hidden Gem in Sydney
British celebrity chef Rick Stein spends part of each year in Australia and has found several local spots he visits regularly. Among them is an unassuming [translate:hidden gem], a small Japanese restaurant in Neutral Bay.
Favourite Dining Spots in Sydney
Rick Stein highlighted his top places for casual meals and classic pub fare. Both his preferred [translate:takeaway] and favourite pub are located just streets apart in Neutral Bay.
A Hole-in-the-Wall Japanese Restaurant
For a quick bite, Rick recommends Tobikiri, a tiny husband-and-wife run Japanese restaurant tucked away on a quiet street behind Military Road. “I love Tobikiri, a tiny husband-and-wife Japanese restaurant in Neutral Bay with about 10 tables,” Rick told [translate:Broadsheet]. “It's amazing what a husband and wife and one waiter can do.”
Tobikiri offers traditional Japanese dishes and enjoys excellent online reviews. A local described it as “a great little authentic restaurant.” Their specialties are sashimi and sushi plates, featuring a wide variety to choose from.
- Assorted 10-piece sashimi platter: $25.80
- Assorted six-piece sushi and baby roll plate: $28.80
- Classic sushi rolls starting at $6.50, including salmon and avocado rolls and California rolls
“I love Tobikiri, a tiny husband-and-wife Japanese restaurant in Neutral Bay with about 10 tables. It's amazing what a husband and wife and one waiter can do.” — Rick Stein
Summary: Rick Stein’s favourite Sydney spot is the humble Tobikiri, a small Japanese restaurant known for authentic sashimi and sushi, tucked away in Neutral Bay.
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