Felix

Bistro favourites, Burgundy and beyond.

November 11, 2024

1 / 5Apple tarte tatin with cinnamon ice cream at Felix. supplied

2 / 5Magret de canard. Duck crown, cured and dry aged for 6 days, ensuring a crispy skin. Served with grilled radicchio and fig salad, and thyme jus.Supplied

3 / 5Merivale’s Felix restaurant in the Sydney CBD.Supplied

4 / 5Côte de boeuf, 1kg pasture fed rib eye on the bone.Supplied

14.5/20

French$$$

Disclaimer

There is an ongoing investigation by The Sydney Morning Herald, The Age and Good Food detailing allegations of sexual harassment, exploitation of female staff and drug use at Merivale venues. Merivale, the owner of this restaurant, has begun an internal investigation into the claims and says it is committed to “an inclusive, diverse and respectful workplace environment for our staff, as well as for our customers”. SafeWork NSW is also investigating the company.

When a steak frites costs $85, you’d expect it to be a bloody good example of the form. Phew. It is. Charred and ruddy wagyu sirloin, sticky jus, sharp watercress and chips with requisite crunch. But at that price, you might also expect wine ordered by the glass to be poured at the table, even if it is one of the cheaper reds from a deep and French-forward list.

Otherwise, service at Merivale’s plush, luxe bistro is on the ball, although a seafood plateau (terrific) landing within two minutes of a game-bird terrine (excellent) and a dish of grilled leeks with submissive red peppers, can leave you wanting for table and stomach space.

Pan roasted blue-eye trevalla with tomato vinaigrette could have been removed from the heat a little earlier, but the kitchen can still rise a souffle with the best of them. Stick to the classics for optimum results.

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