Yan Restaurant

Outstanding food. I went here years ago and my friends all talked about how great the coconut ice cream was but I wasn't able to try it cos they had run out that time. This time I finally got to order it and it did not disappoint! So creamy and coconuty. All the other dishes had the same standard. Surprisingly one of my favourite was the rice! Beautiful atmosphere in this small restaurant on the outskirts of Wolli Creek. Highly recommend.

So delicious, I loved everything. My favourite was surprisingly the smoked mushroom soup dish. Also surprisingly enjoyed the kangaroo tartare. The service was great. Staff are very friendly. Can’t wait to come back. Ambience is nice too. Someone take me back here cause it’s so far from me!

This place was sooo yummy!! Exceeded expectations. The dishes were full of flavour and interesting, my favourites were the braised Winter melon, the beef short ribs and suprisingly the Olive rice! We all loved that. We had a birthday dinner here the staff were so friendly and attentive, we were allowed to bring a cake and they even composed a dessert on the house. Highly recommend.

Everything was great. Narada was an amazing host, very accommodating especially when we had a guest with dietary restrictions. Food was amazing - highlights are the scallion pancakes, squid, fries tofu, brussel sprouts, beef ribs, coconut icecream - all other dishes were great too. Banquet is the way to go if you can't decide!

A true gem of a restaurant located in the heart of Wolli Creek. Billed as an Asian smokehouse, it lives up to its description. Thoroughly enjoyed every dish ordered. The wintermelon had the smoky notes as promised. Smoked quail was a good variation on the usual quail dish with again smoky notes. The chilli prawns were excellent with the sauce being the standout. Pork katsu was accompanied by an intensely smoky sauce that paired well with the crispy katsu. The beef rib was smoky rich and well cooked as were the lamb ribs. Do not forget the sides. The olive rice is full of umami and the beancurd skin was full of flavour as well. The famous coconut ice cream did not disappoint. The donut was good as well. Service was excellent reflecting the quintessential hallmark of true hospitality. The owner was friendly and welcoming and the excellent service elevated the dining experience. There is an outdoor patio where you can have a large group and also bring your dog. Definitely will return!

Last night I suprised my wife, for her bday, with a banquet at Yan Restaurant, and the experience was outstanding! The food was absolutely delicious—each dish was flavorful, fresh, and beautifully presented. The manager and staff were incredibly friendly and attentive, ensuring everything ran smoothly. Their hospitality truly made the event special. From the great service to the warm atmosphere, Yan Restaurant exceeded all expectations. I highly recommend it for any occasion—you won’t be disappointed!

We have a great dine out tonight with good food. Good and friendly service. You must try Beef Rib it's great taste. At the end Coconut Ice cream for the dessert 🍨. Fully satisfied.

Very delicious food and wonderful service. The coconut ice cream is a must try. The smoke duck need to order in advance tho, definitely pay a visit again in the near future.

I was visiting Australia for about a month and mostly had alright options when it came to food. On my last night I hit this spot with my partner randomly and the food blew my mind. We did the banquet and every dish but one was 10/10. The ribs were a bit chewy but I won't let ti take away from the overall experience. The quality was 10/10 and so was the service. Arguably one of the best meals i have had. Kudos to the team.

Delightful fusion food. Gracious staff. Open clean kitchen. What more could be desired? Oh. Prices were reasonable too. Loved the fried Tofu and also the crisp cucumber side was to die for. Altogether. Just Yum.

Definitely worth the money and strange route my map took me. Excellent food and service.

Last week, the better half asked me "do you want to try a local Chinese smokehouse".. and obviously the answer was a screaming yes. Yan represents the culinary maturation of Wolli Creek. What was once airport marshland, became a high density apartment sprawl with a sprinkling of convenience food, and now the area is evolving into a hot spot of flavours, with Yan at the front of the pack. Call me jaded, but when I read "Asian chimichurri", my 'spidey sense' warns of lip service fusion dining without heart or authenticity. I think this scepticism ultimately contributed to my enjoyment of the experience at Yan because the finished product told a much more refined story, it is one we look forward to enjoying again. As someone who was born in Australia but has spent half of his adult life in Asia, I've learnt to be wary of fusion dining, as it's often used as a smoke screen (..first Yelp pun!) for chefs who do not understand either cuisine. It was a pleasant experience to see these fears go unrealised at Yan, best evidenced in the pork belly, representing a best of both worlds flavour profile, as opposed to the half baked mish mash we've experienced in other fusion ventures. I believe we were there within opening week, and the staff were beyond helpful. I'm sure we've all experienced a waitress/waiter who is so genuinely concerned with your enjoyment that they must be an owner. We left feeling full, as if our horizons had been ever so slightly broadened, and with a list of friends to bring next time.

Last night in Sydney and wanted a yummy dinner. Looked what was around the area and found this little gem. Food here is AMAZING! Menu is not very large but staff is knowledgeable and friendly. Had the pork and beef ribs- both fantastic. Ordered their homemade rice as a side and the chef gave us a free side of the Brussel Sprouts- delicious! Food is made to perfection, full of flavor. Was really impressed and pleasantly surprised. Was the perfect send off meal to leave Australia. Very sad I don't have this place back in the states. Don't miss out on this hot spot!!

Had dinner there last night - Mussels with Singapore Chilli Crab Sauce and in house Bao Buns... was awesome. Great little wine list too. Going back to try the smokey meats on their menu. Friendly service too

Yan is a restaurant of excellent quality! Went in June for my mother's birthday. Our waiter made us feel incredibly welcome, matching wines, making recommendations for what was an incredible meal. They are busy, so you need to book ahead.

Pricey and overrated. Had their lamb but it was burnt, not smoked so the food wasn't really that enjoyable. The service was friend and pleasant though. As the only casual fine dining option in Wolli creek it's worth a try but make sure you oick off all the burnt bits before eating

wow! this place is fantastic.... best squid ever! the outer layer is crispy and tender inside. pairing with super delicious sauce as well. the pavlova with lychee ice cream & ginger pandan jelly is very good too. definitely will go back there again! price is consider reasonable for this kind of quality.