Ignoring the cost of living crisis to eat a table-sized seafood basket
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This week, we are officially abandoning all culinary logic.
We’ve curated a list of dining experiences that are completely over-the-top, outrageously sized, and wonderfully weird. If you are looking for a standard, quiet dinner, close this email now.
But if you want to tackle a bamboo seafood basket the size of a table, slurp the longest hand-pulled noodles in Sydney (with unlimited refills), or try a Ramen Egg Sandwich at a neon-lit izakaya... you are in the exact right place.
Forget portion control. Call your hungriest friends. Let’s get crazy. 🍜🦞🥪
Summary
The Giant Feast 🦞
Jumbo Steamed Seafood Platter @ Taste of ShunDe (Hurstville)
If there was an award for the most dramatic presentation in Sydney, Taste of ShunDe would win it effortlessly. This is not a meal; it is a full-blown spectator sport.
The Outrageous Factor: They serve an absolutely massive bamboo tray filled to the brim with fresh steamed seafood. It literally takes up the entire table.
The Flavors: The platter is intelligently divided into 4 distinct sections, meaning you get 4 completely different flavor profiles in one giant sitting. Think endless prawns, oysters, pipis, and perfectly steamed fish absorbing all those rich sauces.
The Verdict: You cannot conquer this alone. Assemble your crew, arrive hungry, and prepare to be amazed.
🎥 Spotted by: @placesinsydney
The Endless Noodle Pull 🍜
Bottomless Biang Biang Noodles @ My Aunt's Handmade Noodles (Eastwood & Burwood)
Hand-pulled noodles are great, but noodles that are seemingly endless and come with complimentary, bottomless refills? That is completely unheard of in this economy. My Aunt's Handmade Noodles is drawing massive queues, and now we understand the hype.
The Outrageous Factor: The sheer length and stretchiness of their signature Biang Biang noodles are insane. But the real craziness? They offer unlimited noodle refills and bottomless plum juice to wash it all down.
The Order: You have to get the classic Biang Biang noodles—chewy perfection mixed with a spicy, umami-packed sauce. If you want a broth, the rich Braised Beef Brisket Noodle Soup is a soul-warmer.
The Sidekick: Do not skip their Signature Crispy Pork. It’s crispy on the outside, insanely juicy on the inside, and pairs perfectly with chili powder.
🎥 Spotted by: @angelawanders_
The Midnight Sando 🥪
Thick Japanese Sandos @ Sakura House (Sydney CBD)
Sakura House is already known as one of Sydney CBD’s hottest late-night izakayas, but they have just dropped a new lunch menu that is turning heads.
They’ve introduced a lineup of Japanese Sandos that are aggressively thick and packed with flavor.
The Menu: You can grab a classic Fried Chicken or Ebi Katsu sando, but the real wildcard is the Ramen Egg Sando. It sounds crazy, but the rich, jammy yolks mixed with their signature dressings work perfectly between soft bread.
The Insider Tip: To celebrate the launch, they are pouring complimentary Sakura Sours with your sando orders on select days.
The Vibe: Neon-lit, loud, and incredibly fun.
🎥 Spotted by: @lickyphone
The Endless Bowl 🍜
The Ultimate Custom Malatang (Burwood)
Burwood is the undisputed king of Malatang in Sydney, and this spot takes the customization game to the extreme.
If you haven't experienced Malatang yet, you are given a bowl and total freedom to choose from a massive, overwhelming wall of fresh ingredients (from wagyu slices to every type of noodle imaginable), which is then cooked in a rich, bubbling broth.
The Outrageous Factor: Not only is the ingredient wall endless, but this specific spot keeps the generosity going by offering unlimited, complimentary rice, desserts, and plum drinks to cool down the spice.
The Broth: Super rich, deeply flavorful, and totally customizable whether you want a mild bone broth or a fiery, mouth-numbing spicy base.
Verdict: The ultimate quick, comforting, and highly personalized feast.
🎥 Spotted by: @christylleungg
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