Automata - Chippendale

Imaginative food but unbelievably rude restaurant manager. The food is terrific but not worth dining there with such an awful woman at front of house. No wonder... read more Imaginative food but unbelievably rude restaurant manager. The food is terrific but not worth dining there with such an awful woman at front of house. No wonder they called this restaurant Automata she embodies the word! Sydney has a huge range of wonderful restaurants run by nicer people who serve up as good (or better) food. Look elsewhere. Automata delivers service that makes it hard to swallow even great food.

This was the second time I had been to Automata and I enjoyed it even more than the first time. The food was exceptional on both occasions, but I felt that the... read more This was the second time I had been to Automata and I enjoyed it even more than the first time. The food was exceptional on both occasions, but I felt that the level of service was much improved this time (and was, in fact, impeccable). We also sat downstairs this time and although still a vibrant and busy space, it seemed quieter and I found it much easier to hear my dining companions (whereas upstairs had been too noisy to converse). This also made for a much better experience.

I am not taking away for one moment the exceptional dining experience gastronomically that myself and companions had, but I have to, have to say it was made eve... read more I am not taking away for one moment the exceptional dining experience gastronomically that myself and companions had, but I have to, have to say it was made even more enjoyable by the attentiveness professionalism of the staff. How you are treated always will make or break a dining experience. Automata has fabulous staff on board. Cant say how many folks I have already recommended them to!

Great experience. Food and service were great. I didn't rate the duck but the rest was delish. Great wine list read more Great experience. Food and service were great. I didn't rate the duck but the rest was delish. Great wine list

Subtle cues build on the establishment's name, engine parts hang humbly above patrons whilst they enjoy dishes that have been meticulously engineered. Plane eng... read more Subtle cues build on the establishment's name, engine parts hang humbly above patrons whilst they enjoy dishes that have been meticulously engineered. Plane engine shrouds, internal combustion engines are used as light fixtures; no doubt this place is high concept yet it asks nothing of you, but for an open mind and an open palette. The food is world class, if not world leading. Every dish is one with complexity, courage and at its core a humble idea. I was incredibly impressed with Automata, the way you meet someone for the first time and know that they'll be friends for life.