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Song Bird Double Bay dining room - Song Bird, Double Bay, AU-NSW

Song Bird

4.3
4.3
164 Reviews
$101 and over
Chinese
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Song Bird

4.3
$101 and over
Chinese
Double Bay

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 51 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Good for special occasions
  • Hot spot
  • Lively
Song Bird will be open 7 nights from 4th November.

Song Bird by chef Neil Perry AM offers a superlative culinary experience that blends the delicate flavours of Cantonese cuisine with the warmth and fragrance of traditional Chinese cooking. Reflecting Perry’s profound appreciation for Chinese culinary traditions, Song Bird’s menu is designed for sharing and is a testament to Perry’s commitment to cooking with fresh, locally-sourced premium produce.

Situated in Sydney’s Double Bay and set over three levels, Song Bird exudes a sophisticated yet welcoming ambience. Housed in the heritage-listed 1960’s masterpiece ‘Gaden House’, designed by architect the late Neville Gruzman, Song Bird's interior immerses guests in contemporary elegance with a subtle nod to Chinese sensibilities.

Neil Perry AM is one of Australia’s leading and most influential chefs. He has been the Food, Beverage & Service Director at QANTAS for 25+years, creating one of the best dining experiences in the sky.

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Fine Dining
  • Price
    $101 and over
  • Cuisines
    Chinese, Asian, Cantonese
  • Hours of operation
    Lunch Thu–Sun 12:00 pm–6:00 pm Dinner Wed–Sun 6:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (02) 9068 8888
  • Website
    https://themargaretfamily.com/venue/songbird/
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive chef
    Neil Perry
  • Private party facilities
    Song Bird is delighted to present The Birdcage, an exclusive level for seated events for up to 100 guests. The Birdcage offers a private and sophisticated experience with entry via a discreet lift. Guests can enjoy Neil Perry's exceptional menu, complemented by an expertly curated wine list, all within the opulence of our top-floor dining room.
  • Location
    24 Bay St, Double Bay, AU-NSW 2028
  • Neighborhood
    Double Bay
  • Cross street
    Located on the ground level of Gaden House, corner of Bay & Cooper St.
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Public transit
    We are a 10 minute walk from Edgecliff train station
  • Additional
    Banquet, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

  • Group Dining – 12-18 guests

    A$135.00 per person

    Multiple dates available
    Our group dining space in Song Bird is nestled in the tree tops overlooking Double Bay and can accommodate up to 18 guests. Guests are asked to dine on our share-style Expressions of Song Bird Menu at $135 per person, allowing guests to celebrate with a glorious feast of Chef Neil Perry’s signature dishes. To enjoy the full Song Bird experience, diners have the option of enhancing their menu by adding chef’s Menu Supplements. Please contact our reservations team at 02 9871 9888 or info@songbirddoublebay.com for the Expressions of Song Bird Menu, our selection of Menu Supplements and our Wine List. For exclusive use of the group dining space, there is a minimum spend requirement of $3,500.00 plus a 10% service charge.
    Group Dining – 12-18 guests Photo

  • Expressions of Song Bird - $135pp

    A$135.00 per person

    Multiple dates available
    For groups of 10 or more, guests are required to dine from one of our set menus. We offer our share-style Expressions of Song Bird Menu at $135 per person, allowing guests to celebrate with a glorious feast of Chef Neil Perry’s signature dishes. To enjoy the full Song Bird experience, diners have the option of enhancing their menu by adding chef’s Menu Supplements. For groups of 10 or above, please contact our reservations team to finalise menu supplements, dietary requirements and wine pre-selection.
    Expressions of Song Bird - $135pp Photo

Menu

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What 164 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.3
4.3 based on recent ratings
  • 4.3Food
  • 4.4Service
  • 4.4Ambience
  • 4Value

Noise • Energetic

Loved For

  • Sydney

    Most Booked

  • Eastern Suburbs

    Innovative

  • Eastern Suburbs

    Hot spot

  • Eastern Suburbs

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Song Bird offers a vibrant dining experience with "amazing food, service and atmosphere." Guests rave about standout dishes like prawn dumplings, Peking duck, and XO pipis, while the "beautiful interior" and "fantastic service" enhance each visit. Though some patrons note minor hiccups, Song Bird remains a "must-visit" for Cantonese cuisine lovers.

164 Reviews

  1. Neil

    Richmond

    3 reviews

    3.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    The mixed reviews are accurate. Some food incredible (prawn Har gao for example) and really liked the Peking duck and steamed fish. The spanner crab omelette which was $55 or $90 (depending on serving size) was honestly bad - the oyster sauce way overpowering and the omelette dry and overcooked. We didn't finish it, we told staff, think they should have removed it from bill but didn't. It is very expensive, the space/decor is exceptional but the food overall does not match the price. Will need to up it's game given the location and price. Also, it's new so the staff still learning, waiter named the dishes incorrectly (Har gao and siu mai mixed up) and some dishes went to wrong tables. Absolutely lovely and warm though.

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  2. Tracey and Sean

    Denver

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    An unforgettable evening!! The peking duck is a must. Congratulations Neil and Sam on another successful restaurant.

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  3. Emily

    New York City

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    Excellent service and very attentive although all perhaps a little rushed / quick. Food is ok, like any modern Chinese and doesn’t compare to anything like Mr Wong. The pork belly was disappointing as not at all crispy so quite fatty. The vegetables were also tasteless. The appetizers and dumplings are the highlight but again, nothing different. The atmosphere is missing something, it almost feels a little cold / sterile in contrast to the warmth and excellent vibes of Bobbie’s downstairs.

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  4. G .

    Sydney

    9 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food, friendly and efficient service. Especially loved the Mongolian Lamb and the stir-fried King Prawns with XO

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  5. Emma

    Sydney

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food was perfection and the staff absolutely amazing. Highly recommend and will be back

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  6. May

    Sydney

    4 reviews

    4.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on November 25, 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Another good dinner experience at Song Bird. Chose different dishes from last time, and not disappointed. Good quality ingredients with harmonised flavours.

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  7. bruno

    London

    6 reviews

    4.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on November 24, 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    The food is good to very good but does not warrant the prices charged. One can do better elsewhere for the same expenditure. Service is happy and staff is helpful and efficient may be overstaffed for a Sunday. It may be that it suffers from teething problems but unless prices are contained one would be reluctant to return. There is no Wow factor to warrant the charges.

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  8. Scarlet

    Sydney

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 23, 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Pippis in xo sauce was overrated by Durack. Wine could be better priced.

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  9. Phil

    New York City

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on November 23, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    I’ve been waiting for months to visit Songbird. Our expectations were high but they were exceeded. It was our 33rd wedding anniversary and the food & service was fantastic. The food was a WOW! I would love to be going once a week unfortunately we live in Newcastle so it’s not possible. Congratulations to Neil Perry & his staff. We loved it

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  10. Jan

    Hawaii

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on November 23, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Another fabulous meal thanks to the creative genius of Neil Perry! Exquisite food that was perfectly crafted by the stellar team of chefs at Songbird. Ambiance was warm and inviting, held in balance by Valentina who looked after us for lunch. It was truly an one for the ages - thankyou

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FAQs

Song Bird is rated 4.3 stars by 164 OpenTable diners.

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

A photo of Song Bird restaurant

Song Bird

4.3
$101 and over
Chinese
Double Bay

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 51 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for Song Bird

24 Bay St, Double Bay, AU-NSW 2028

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Located on the ground level of Gaden House, corner of Bay & Cooper St.
  • Neighborhood
    Double Bay
  • Hours of operation
    Lunch Thu–Sun 12:00 pm–6:00 pm Dinner Wed–Sun 6:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Price
    $101 and over
  • Cuisines
    Chinese, Asian, Cantonese
  • Dining style
    Fine Dining
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Public transit
    We are a 10 minute walk from Edgecliff train station
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Neil Perry
  • Additional
    Banquet, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Website
    https://themargaretfamily.com/venue/songbird/
  • Phone number
    (02) 9068 8888
  • Private party facilities
    Song Bird is delighted to present The Birdcage, an exclusive level for seated events for up to 100 guests. The Birdcage offers a private and sophisticated experience with entry via a discreet lift. Guests can enjoy Neil Perry's exceptional menu, complemented by an expertly curated wine list, all within the opulence of our top-floor dining room.
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