Six Nights of Specials for Dear Sainte Eloise's Sixth Birthday

Overview

Tounge-twister aside (try saying the above quickly, six times) iconic East Sydney Wine bar Dear Sainte Éloise is celebrating its sixth turn around the sun — with fancy food and wine specials for a corresponding number of evenings from Monday, May 8 to Saturday, May 13.

Potts Point locals will no doubt be familiar with the late-night, little laneway vibes that have been on offer at Dear Sainte Éloise since it first flung open its doors in 2017. But, to celebrate its sixth birthday (practically a lifetime in hospitality years), the venue is hosting an epic Parisian-inspired party. And you're all invited. 

Expect the classics that have kept regulars returning to the moody wine bar for 2000-plus days. Including a lineup of rare drops from around the world. Except this time, sommeliers Felix Auzou and Marcus Dullard will serve them by the glass.

If you fancy yourself as a bit of a oenophile you'll know that these hard-to-find wines are rarely ever available unless you blow the budget on an entire bottle. So the opportunity to try some of the world's best booze at a more affordable price is a pretty big deal. 

Think Grower Champagne from Egly-Ouriet, natural French wine by Matassa, Jean Foillard's 'Eponyme' Beaujolais, Vin Jaune from Jura's Domaine Overnoy and back-vintage Bordeaux from Château de Bel-Air. 

Those hungry for a little more than world-class wine will be happy to hear that Executive Chef James Elliott will also be firing up the hibachi for a rotating lineup of skewers. While this will deliver delicious offerings on the daily, word on the street is that the prawn with chilli and fennel dressing is truly unmissable.

Anyone with a fondness for seafood can also feast on freshly shucked oysters topped with Champagne vinaigrette and salmon roe, lobster rolls and Dear Sainte Éloise's always-excellent a la carte and set menus.

The daily specials will appear on a board each day at the restaurant, plus over on the venue's Instagram. However, the best way to tackle the six-night celebration is to head in blind and discover what's in-stall for the night. Guests are encouraged to book ahead to secure a spot, although walk-ins will also be welcome.

Images: Trent van der Jagt for Buffet Digital.