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China Doll

4/6 Cowper Wharf Road, Woolloomooloo, Sydney, New South Wales 2011, Australia (City East)
02 9380 6744
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Ranked #7 of 3,523 restaurants in Sydney
Price range: $0 - $75
Cuisines: Asian, Chinese, Malaysian, Asian fusion
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Good for: Romance, Large groups, Doing business, Outdoor seating, Special occasions, Entertaining clients
Dining options: Breakfast/Brunch, Lunch, Dinner, Reservations, Delivery, Late Night
Neighborhood: City East
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sydney
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27 reviews 27 reviews
18 restaurant reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 16, 2013 NEW

What a great setting!!! A beautiful night on the wharf, great banquet selection, even if a few of our party commented they thought the Salt & Pepper squid was a tad too hot and spicy, suited me, so I devoured it gladly, washed down by a long neck TsingTao beer, heaven. The Gov. General was seated behind us, so if... More

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4 restaurant reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 14, 2013 NEW

Very busy restaurant but very good service; pleasant evening, sitting outside looking at the city skyline. Food lovely-duck pancakes (Peking duck) were great-8 in a serve. Fish curry with okra & eggplant was delicious. Prices more than your average Chinese in the suburbs but for a good reason-this place is classy & worth a return trip.

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 14, 2013 NEW

Located on the wharf at Woolloomooloo, this is a lovely place to enjoy lunch. I had a set menu, as I was there with a large group. There was a great range of food, and more than enough to go around. They also took such good care to accommodate for different food allergies/intolerances and preferences, and provided "real" alternatives, rather... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 9, 2013

This would have to be the ELITE of chinese food. As I'm not fond of Chinese fond I was hesitant in going but after having their scrumptious dinner one night...I have not been able to stop going....LOVE LOVE LOVE.. Highly recommend :)

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 8, 2013

Loved the food,service was great and the place was really pumping, perfect location for people watching, we even spied a celebrity ! The duck pancakes and wontons were delicious as were all our courses, which were very generous and plenty for four to share, would definately go back.

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3 of 5 stars Reviewed May 7, 2013

The restaurant was good and I have nothing against it but I've come to think that if you want Chinese nothing beats Chinatown. Upmarket Chinese just did not do it for me and on the value for money scale I think Chinatown does it 100 times better by weeding out poor performers so you get consistently good quality.

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 5, 2013

Great location. Best wontons I think I have ever had (black bean and chilli sauce I think?), generally interesting and delicious menu, professional and helpful service, and not stupidly priced. Awesome salt chilli squid - a real bite and melt in your mouth tender. Yum - missing it already. Makes me wish I lived in Sydney. Asian with a twist.

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 4, 2013

Been here a couple of times now and enjoyed both evenings. Attentive staff and wonderful food...I have a seafood allergy so I'm nervous eating out in Asian style restaurants- it wasn't a problem. The seating inside can get a little too close, our table of two sitting next to a rather loud table of four.. All in all an enjoyable... More

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sydney
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 4, 2013 via mobile

This place has it all ... Location , service , food , and a buzzing vibe ! One of my fav eating out spots , love going there . Food is so good and service is friendly and super lovely , and staff extremely competent . Location is good , and alfresco perfection !

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 2, 2013

this wasn't traditional asian food but modern fusion. It was extremely flavoursome so if you don't like hot chillies - beware. We were busy catching up with friends so opted for the banquet option. It was very fresh, tasty, good sized portions (I was expecting tiny serves) and served with efficiency and attentiveness. Staff were good at explaining dishes and... More

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