Now Open: Bellevue Woolloomooloo Is Blending Elegant French Cuisine with Japanese Touches at the Finger Wharf
Combining the old world with the new, this sophisticated waterfront destination marries a storied location with a distinct culinary concept.
Bringing a contemporary touch to the historic Finger Wharf, Bellevue Woolloomooloo presents forward-thinking French cuisine with a delicate Japanese influence. Guided by the team behind Glebe's Bellevue Cottage, with Executive Chef and co-owner Antoine Moscovitz at the helm, this latest venture sees the restaurateurs combine exceptional food with warm hospitality and inspired storytelling.
Paris-born Moscovitz is no stranger to top-notch dining experiences. Having cooked under Alain Ducasse — one of only two chefs to hold 21 or more Michelin stars — he's also served as the private chef to the House of Roederer and honed his skills at Salt with Luke Mangan and Bathers' Pavilion with Serge Dansereau. Now, Moscovitz and his crew, including Executive Chef Keith Murray, are heading up Bellevue Woolloomooloo, bringing an outstanding resume to this innovative concept.
"We always dreamt of having a space on the wharf," says Moscovitz. "It's surreal to be back where I once stood dreaming as a young chef, and now, we're here serving our own vision of modern French dining, made lighter and brighter through a Japanese lens."
Shaped by Moscovitz and Murray, Bellevue Woolloomooloo's menu features an array of high-end dishes where time-tested French techniques are elevated with Japanese culinary sophistication. Standout small plates include spanner crab with dark miso bouillabaisse and shaved foie gras, and the Bellevue-Kyoto tartar, featuring Angus fillet, daikon, pickled mustard, and coriander shallot dressing.
For mains, the Canon of Lamb sees the headline ingredient grilled then confit, served alongside glazed green beans and shallots. Then, for dessert, highlights include a fresh take on a crème brûlée, with pure Tahitian vanilla bean and acidic pomegranate, and the Paris caramelised pear open cheesecake, adorned with sesame cream. Refined but relaxed in ambience, the venue offers the ideal spot to explore these cohesive fusions.
Likewise, the design is a meeting of cultures, with Astoria Design Co's Gabriela Mastroianni merging classic French elegance with chic Japanese minimalism. Opening onto the wharf, a distinct wine bar adds another dimension to the restaurant. Created in collaboration with Champagne Pommery, a show-stopping wine cellar makes this space perfect for a pre-dinner or casual drink overlooking the waterfront.
Bellevue Woolloomooloo is now open Wednesday–Sunday from 11.30am–11pm at Unit 2/6F Cowper Wharf Roadway, Woolloomooloo. Head to the website for more information.
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