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Oncore by Clare Smyth

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Oncore by Clare Smyth at Crown Sydney

The first and only British female chef to hold three Michelin stars in the UK, Clare Smyth, has opened her first international restaurant, Oncore by Clare Smyth at Crown Sydney.

Her London restaurant, Core, was the first to ever enter The Good Food Guide with a perfect score of 10 out of 10 in its opening year. With an emphasis on sustainable food and paying homage to Core, Oncore is an exceptional dining experience overlooking one of the most incredible views of Sydney Harbour from level 26 of Crown Sydney.

“Crown Sydney is a world-class dining destination for the city, and I am thrilled to have my first Australian restaurant in this amazing location overlooking one of the most beautiful sites in the world. Having lived and travelled in Australia early on in my career, it feels like a home away from home and the perfect location for the restaurant.” 
CLARE SMYTH

We have a limited number of reservations available, released via our website on a monthly basis.

Please be advised that Oncore cannot accommodate children under 12 years old and does not offer a children’s menu.

March bookings will be released on 1 January at 9am.

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Booking Policy
Please note a 10% surcharge applies on Sundays. A 15% surcharge applies on all Public Holidays (one surcharge fee of 15% if Public Holiday falls on a Sunday). An additional service fee of 10% applies to bookings of 8 people or more.
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Menu

Signature flavours

The menu at Oncore features a selection of Core’s classic dishes, including the unexpected yet celebrated centrepiece of Smyth’s London restaurant, ‘Potato and Roe’. This signature dish, which pays homage to Smyth’s farming childhood in Northern Ireland, gained recognition due to her desire of combining sophisticated cooking with the simplicity of style.

Oncore will also offer new dishes with a uniquely Sydney flavour, drawing inspiration from the harbour and its surrounds.

3 Course À La Carte Menu $210 Per Person
7 Course Tasting Menu $300 Per Person

Only the Tasting Menu or Special Festive Menu will be available between 21 December 2021 - 2 January 2022.

Please be advised that Oncore cannot accommodate children under 12 years old and does not offer a children’s menu. 

Food Menu

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Festive Dining at Oncore

Celebrate the festive season over an exceptional dining experience at Oncore. With an emphasis on natural and sustainable food, sourced from local farmers and food producers, savour an exclusive eight course menu with beverage pairing on Christmas Eve or Christmas Day.
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New Year's Eve at Oncore

Take your NYE celebrations to new heights over a fine dining experience like no other at Oncore. Set 26 levels above the city and overlooking one of the most incredible views of Sydney Harbour, a memorable countdown to 2022 awaits.
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Chef

Clare Smyth

Hailing from the United Kingdom, Clare grew up on a farm in Northern Ireland where her passion for food and nature began. Early in her career, she trained in some of the most celebrated kitchens in the world, including Alain Ducasse's Le Louis XV in Monaco. She also worked under Gordon Ramsay for 13 years where she was Chef Patron before opening her own restaurant in 2017 - Core by Clare Smyth in Notting Hill, London.

Clare has received numerous awards and accolades including the World’s Best Female Chef award by The World’s 50 Best Restaurants. She is an active member of the international culinary community and has been recognised for her services to the hospitality industry with a Member of the Order of the British Empire (MBE) in 2013.

“I named my first restaurant ‘Core’ as it is from the heart, a seed of something new, and has strong ties to nature. As the new restaurant will build upon the success of Core, it seems fitting to call it ‘Oncore’ — a play on the word ‘encore’ meaning a follow-on performance demanded by the audience.” - Clare Smyth

Team

Oncore team

The team at Oncore share a wealth of knowledge and experience in their uncompromising pursuit of culinary perfection and will work closely with Clare Smyth to evolve the Core offering in its new Sydney location.

Hospitality professional Michael Stoddart joins Oncore as Restaurant Manager, bringing with him a myriad of experience from leading front of house teams in prestigious venues including Bennelong at Sydney Opera House and Soho House in London. New Zealand-born and raised Head Chef Alan Stuart, has worked in some of the world’s most renowned Michelin starred kitchens including Restaurant Gordon Ramsay, Eleven Madison Park and Frantzen. Head Sommelier Remon Van de Kerkhof hails from The Netherlands, a decorated Wine Master who has worked at top establishments such as Parkheauval Restaurant and De Treeswijkhoeve.

Food Philosophy

Locally sourced

Clare Smyth’s London restaurant places an emphasis on natural and sustainable food, sourced from local farmers and food producers. With all the extraordinary produce that Australia has to offer, this is something that Clare is excited to replicate at Oncore.
“The quality and diversity of the produce available in Australia is incredible. I look forward to spending a lot of time there further exploring its food and wine regions to create our menu which will showcase the best produce sourced from Australia’s most dedicated farmers and food producers."
CLARE SMYTH
Wine

Oncore cellar

The Oncore wine list showcases approximately 800 references with over 3,000 bottles housed in the cellar. A celebration of both the Southern and Northern hemispheres, the list features the best of Australia, as well as wines from Bordeaux, Burgundy, and an extensive and varied selection from the rest of the world.
Bar

The Bar at Oncore

Welcome to Oncore’s quintessential cocktail bar, serving an ever-changing list of Oncore creations, exceptional wines, spirits and Champagnes.

Experience

An exceptional dining experience

Set 26 levels above Sydney Harbour, Oncore is a world-class dining experience with sweeping views of the city’s harbour, including Sydney Harbour Bridge and Sydney Opera House. Oncore also offers a Chef’s Table, positioned directly in front of the kitchen, giving diners a front-row seat to watch the highly skilled team at work. Available for up to 12 guests.

Private Dining

Semi-private dining room

For guests seeking a more exclusive experience, Oncore offers a beautiful semi-private dining room at the end of the restaurant, available for up to eight guests. Dine on the exquisite Tasting Menu whilst looking out to Sydney Harbour amongst a luxe and intimate surrounding.

For reservation enquires, please contact reservations@oncorebyclaresmyth.com.au

OPENING HOURS

Lunch

12pm - 3pm (Fr - Su)

*Last booking 2:00pm

Dinner

6pm - 11pm (We - Su)

*Last booking 9:45pm

Please note we only have a limited number of reservations available, released via our website on a monthly basis.
March bookings will be released on 1 January at 9am.
For reservations of 7 or more please contact reservations@oncorebyclaresmyth.com.au

Please note Oncore's additional opening days and services during Festive Season (only Tasting Menu or Special Festive Menu available):
21/12 (dinner), 22/12 (lunch/dinner), 23/12 (lunch/dinner), 24/12 (lunch/dinner), 25/12 (lunch), 26/12 (closed), 27/12 and 28/12 (closed), 29/12 (dinner), 30/12 (lunch/dinner), 31/12 (lunch/dinner), 1/1 (dinner), 2/1 (lunch/dinner).

Access to Oncore via Crown Residences entry.

LOCATION

Level 26, 1 Barangaroo Avenue, Barangaroo, Sydney, NSW, 2000, Australia

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+61 2 8871 7171

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The finer details

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Booking Policy

Please note a 10% surcharge applies on Sundays. A 15% surcharge applies on all Public Holidays (one surcharge fee of 15% if Public Holiday falls on a Sunday). An additional service fee of 10% applies to bookings of 8 people or more.

We take note of your table preference; however, table location is subject to change. Your seats will be held for 15 minutes post your reservation booking time. Should you wish to cancel or amend your reservation, contact us at +61 2 8871 7171 at least 72 hours prior to your reservation.

Please view the Crown Sydney Dress Standards prior to your reservation.

Please be advised that Oncore cannot accommodate children under 12 years old and does not offer a children’s menu.

Cancellation Policy

Credit card details are required to secure this reservation. No charges will be processed on your card at the time of booking. Should you wish to cancel or make changes, please contact us at +612 8871 7171 at least 72 hours prior to your reservation, or a cancellation fee of AU$200 per person will be charged to the card provided.

Food Allergy Statement

While Crown Sydney will endeavour to accommodate requests for special meals for customers who have food allergies or intolerances, we cannot guarantee completely allergy-free meals. This is due to the potential of trace allergens in the working environment and supplied ingredients.