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Restaurant Dan Arnold
Amuse-bouches
Repeatedly praised for being creative, beautifully presented, and delicious, often described as a memorable highlight that opened the meal.
Beef tartare
Highlighted as exceptional and 'absolutely divine,' with reviewers noting its strong flavor and memorable execution.
Fish
Frequently singled out as excellent, with comments about crispy skin, delicate texture, and being one of the best fish dishes reviewers had eaten.
Dessert
Praised for being well-balanced, not overly sweet, and a satisfying finish that many reviewers enjoyed more than expected.
Lamb tartare
Called a standout dish in one review, showing the kitchen’s strong handling of tartare preparations.
Scallops
Specifically mentioned as amazing in the chef’s choice menu, indicating strong execution and flavor.
Hours
| Monday | Closed |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | Closed |
| Wednesday | 6 to 9:30 PM |
| Thursday | 6 to 9:30 PM |
| Friday | 12 to 3 PM, 6 to 9:30 PM |
| Saturday | 12 to 3 PM, 6 to 9:30 PM |
| Sunday | Closed |
About Restaurant Dan Arnold
Polished choice offering set menus with avant-garde, locally sourced meals paired with wine.
Amenities & services
Service options
- Onsite services
- Dine-in
Highlights
- Great cocktails
- Great coffee
- Great dessert
- Great wine list
Popular for
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Solo dining
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible entrance
- Wheelchair accessible restroom
- Wheelchair accessible seating
Offerings
- Alcohol
- Beer
- Cocktails
- Coffee
- Hard liquor
- Healthy options
- Wine
Dining options
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Catering
- Dessert
- Table service
Amenities
- Bar onsite
- Restroom
Atmosphere
- Cozy
- Romantic
- Trendy
- Upscale
Crowd
- Groups
Planning
- Reservations required
- Dinner reservations recommended
- Accepts reservations
Payments
- Credit cards
- Debit cards
- NFC mobile payments
- Credit cards
Parking
- Free street parking
- Paid street parking
- Usually somewhat difficult to find a space
Frequently asked questions
What is Restaurant Dan Arnold known for?
It is best known for its degustation and 5-course set menus, often with wine pairing and extra amuse-bouches that make the meal feel like more courses. Reviewers repeatedly mention the thoughtful progression of dishes, the polished service, and the fact that each course is presented as part of a full dining experience rather than a quick meal.
What dishes are most recommended at Restaurant Dan Arnold?
Reviewers specifically call out the lamb, lamb tartare, bay lobster, spartan prawn, grass-fed beef, mutton, scallops, and beef. The praise is usually about how each dish is balanced, beautifully plated, and full of flavor, with the sauces and garnishes getting special attention.
What is the atmosphere like at Restaurant Dan Arnold?
The room is described as intimate, cozy, romantic, trendy, and upscale, with careful table spacing and a setting that works well for conversation. Reviewers say it suits date nights, birthdays, and groups, and the bar seating plus attentive service also make it workable for solo dining.
Is Restaurant Dan Arnold good value, and what is the price range?
The listed price is A$200+, so this is a high-end dining experience. Even at that level, reviewers often say the five-course or chef's choice menus feel generous because of the amuse-bouches, extra courses, and wine pairing, and several mention that it was worth every cent.
Do you need a reservation at Restaurant Dan Arnold, and when is the best time to go?
Reservations are required, and dinner reservations are recommended, so planning ahead is important. Reviewers mention both lunch and evening visits, with the lunch service and the slower, multi-hour dinner format each giving enough time to enjoy the full degustation and wine pairing.
Is parking available at Restaurant Dan Arnold?
Yes. Free street parking, Paid street parking, Usually somewhat difficult to find a space is available.
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