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Travellers' Choice2023
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USD 73 - USD 133
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Healthy, Australian, Contemporary
Special Diets
Vegetarian Friendly, Vegan Options, Gluten Free Options
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Reviewed 6 days ago

From the moment we walked in, the experience at EXP was incredible. The sommelier/manager greeted us and welcomed us beautifully. His knowledge and engagement were world-class. We mentioned that we weren’t fans of Shiraz, so we would prefer a wine paring without, which wasn’t an...issue. The food was delicious, beautifully presented and intelligent. The owner (head chef), sous chef and sommelier served our food at the chef’s bar, explaining each meticulously. It was a unique and very special experience. Highly recommend.More

Date of visit: October 2023
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Reviewed 1 week ago

My lunch at @exprestaurant is up there as one of my favourite dining experiences. Firstly, the food was sensational - a tasting menu full of flavour with delicious, imaginative and beautiful dishes. The service was fantastic. Chef @joshua_hannan and his team provided a fabulous experience...at the chef's bar from start to finish. It's the perfect spot to see all the work in the kitchen - a front row seat to the plating up with some fun extras thrown in along the way.More

Date of visit: November 2023
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Reviewed 1 week ago

Even though it’s been a few years since we’ve visited EXP( last time was pre covid at old establishment!) we were excited to experience the same warmth , professional & exquisite experience . Food always amazing and of exceptional quality , wine and interaction with...FOH divine ! Always highly recommended as our favourite go to in Hunter valleyMore

Date of visit: November 2023
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Reviewed 1 week ago

Do not miss this culinary delight. Sit at the bar and watch the chefs and staff at work. Each bite is a treat. The chefs recommended additional courses are worth the cost - although you will be very full.

Date of visit: November 2023
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Reviewed 2 weeks ago

We did not book for a "special occasion" but dining at EXP was the ultimate experience. Extraordinary food, delicate flavour combinations, attentions to detail. The best Service!

Date of visit: November 2023
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Reviewed 3 weeks ago via mobile

EXP was absolutely amazing. From the moment we walked in we felt welcome. The staff, food, drinks- everything -so good!

Date of visit: November 2023
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Reviewed 4 weeks ago

We went for dinner on a Saturday night. It’s a very nice venue with good finishes. We had the tasting menu which didn’t disappoint. The food and service were both awesome. Everything was very meticulously presented and each dish explained. Definitely recommend. Price wise it’s...very good value for what you get.More

Date of visit: September 2023
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Reviewed 16 October 2023

An awesome fine dining experience. Great food, great service, great experience. Expensive? Yes. Value for money? Absolutely.

Date of visit: October 2023
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Reviewed 11 October 2023

Great restaurant with interesting tasting menus which change regularly. Food is amazing and the service is second to none. Harrison always makes us feel welcome and goes out of his way to accommodate any dietary requirements. Sitting at the Chef's bar is a real treat,...watching the chef and team working seamlessly together. Highly recommended.More

Date of visit: September 2023
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Reviewed 8 October 2023

What an experience the detail in presentation was next to none, the service was amazing. This is a must do and for me to write a review when leaving in the heart of Sydney CBD we have plenty of amazing restaurants but this is AMAZING!

Date of visit: September 2023
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Reviewed 4 October 2023

An experience that shines the light on amazing food, atmosphere and customer service. Food that creates emotions of enjoyment, appreciation and amazement through their multi layered taste. It gets you thinking of each one trying to work on the subtle flavours that fill the perfectly...presented meals that are placed in front of you. Matched with wines that compliment each dish, there is no other way to say, it just works a treat! Watching the team work together to greet and treat customers as their valued and appreciated, whilst working together like watching poetry in motion. Anyone wanting to understand the importance of process, systems and team work would embrace the work that they do and how they conduct themselves. A definite place to visit and experience for yourself.More

Date of visit: September 2023
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Reviewed 24 September 2023

Amazing! Great service service and food! very delicious food and looks so nice! Would like to come again and again!

Date of visit: September 2023
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Reviewed 24 September 2023

What an EXPerience! Our 2nd time at EXP. we celebrated a birthday in style (again) at the Chef's Bar where we could appreciate not only the incredible dishes placed in front of us, but the attention to detail and love that went in to each...one. A feast for all the senses, an EXP. degustation is impossible to do justice in words. Luckily Chef gives you a detailed description of each delightful element on the beautifully crafted copper, brass, timber or sawdust-fired ceramic plates - all created by Hunter Valley artisans. Local produce is centre stage in each course both on the plate and in the glass, as we took the option of the wine pairing. Their sommelier is as equally passionate in his delivery of the history of wine making in the Hunter, the grapes and processes utilised in each glass of wine poured. Struggling to name a favourite in the current menu as everything is to die for, the smoky sweet Wagyu Bacon is always memorable, but the delicate Hiramasa King Fish, Paroo Kangaroo, King Oyster Mushroom and Duck Salami definitely stand out. Dessert - a Sunrise Lime and Lemon Myrtle Magnum was a wonderful finale. We'll be back, of course.More

Date of visit: August 2023
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Reviewed 22 September 2023

An amazing dining experience from start to finish! Delicious food & cocktails, impeccable service. Fantastic night out for a special occasion. Definitely recommended 👌🏻

Date of visit: September 2023
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Reviewed 18 September 2023

We booked the day before after seeing this restaurant in sep 2023 Qantas mag on the flight to Sydney. We’ve had lots of dining experiences across the world and this is one of my top 3 meals of all time! The exquisite care and technique...behind each mouthful was experiencing art. These chefs and their staff and sommelier are at the top of their game and this dining puts australia on the map. We had 4 nights away, with 2 in the hunter for a wedding anniversary. One of us did the wine matching as the other was driving. A wonderful evening we won’t forget and will treasure. Make sure you have a light lunch if you are going for dinner! In terms of value, when compared to what we had the following night for almost the same money, this place is hands down best value for this type of dining experience. They have tried to make fine dining as affordable as they can without compromising sublime dishes.More

Date of visit: August 2023
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Hello, yes you can take children, although there isn’t much space in the restaurant for them to move around.
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Hi fantilil, You will find closer accom, but personally, I’d go for Belford Block Eight in the north end of the Hunter...0 Best accom I’ve stayed at in the hunter.. Ask the boys for a private tasting in your room, stroll... More
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EXP. restaurant is rated accordingly in the following categories by Tripadvisor travellers:
  • Food: 5
  • Service: 5
  • Value: 4.5
  • Atmosphere: 5