This is the 2nd "Cho" I have tried, first one is the Cho Express in Hurstville. This has been in the same place around the corner for as long as I can remember and probably first "Cho" Taiwanese cuisine. This shop serves decent Taiwanese dishes Namely the Beef Noodles Soup which is also my favourite. Different to Cho Express in Hurstville, the noodle soup actually serves in a bowl instead of plastic take-away container. They also have a range of small dishes/plates both hot and cold displaying which can be seen through the windows from outside of the shop. Some of these small dishes are pickles, spicy fish, pig ears, duck giblets, potato mashes, beans and quite a few which I can't name. They have a limited drink menu but their drinks are so great both on a hot and cold day!

Approximate cost: $15

This is the first Sung Ming I tried. This one definitely serves great range of Cantonese classics and family set which are appealing in terms of values and combinations and portions. On top of that, they also serve some Hong Kong classics such as baked pork chop, baked seafood rice/spaghetti, HK-Style milk tea. My all time favourite is their breakfast set, e.g., stir fried noodles +congee + drink.

Approximate cost: $10

This is one of the well known chinese/cantonese restaurants in Hurstville. They serve all the chinese classics and the flavours/tastes generally deliver. This place is usually packed with chinese people both lunch and dinner. The value is decent, as I believe they also offer lunch special deals (e.g., stir-fried noodles and coogee etc.) during lunch time, which I am looking forward trying it my next revisit.

Approximate cost: $15

I believe this is the same owner as Taste of Cho and Cho Dumpling King in city. They pretty much serve the same dishes, I have tried all three and the quality of food is consistent across three. This is the very first ones I came across and the Beef Noodle Soup is my all time favourite, which unfortunately can only serve in a take-away bowl given the niche size of the shop. I also like to buy small typical Taiwanese plates/dishes in a small container from them, in particular the spicy fish.
Whether on a hot or cold day, red/green tea (choice of without or with ice) is another favourite of mine.

Approximate cost: $15

Sunny Harbour Seafood has evolved over the years, from a small eatery on Forest St to the multi-storeyed building near the interchange. Have been here a few times, but the taste and food just isn't as good as other yum cha places. Price is generally okay relative to other places; services are decent too. But there're better yum cha places out there that's for sure.

Mado Cafe at Auburn is a classic place to try Turkish food. The decoration of the shop is ancient, with "antiques" displaying throughout the shop. The Kesme maras is "the only ice cream in the world eaten with a knife and fork". Pistachio wrap is tiny but interesting. Do not forget to order your Cay/Turkish Tea to balance it the sweets you like to try at this café.

Ordered Spaghetti and Beetroot, Roasted pumpkin, goats cheese, walnuts and rockets Salad. Salad was excellent with interesting combination, pasta was just average. Had previously ordered pasta and pizza here, but feel like the taste / food has deteriorated and has gone backwards. Story of franchise. . .

Approximate cost: $45

Hidden in a small alleyway, this place is renowned for its Laksa. Hainanese Chicken is also one of the classics and must try (you get the choice of thigh or chicken breast). Can get really busy during lunch times on weekdays as the places are filled with office workers. The portion of meal on their lunch special menu is slightly smaller, so you have to watch out. Overall, excellent classic Singaporean food with ok customer services.

Approximate cost: $13

I've got to say everything is beautifully presented and cooked at this Japanese restaurant which is only 8-10 mins walk from Circular Quay. The dish I liked the most and the most creative was Temaki “Craft” Sushi which is part of their autumn menu and very hands on. It came with an instruction of how to roll and craft your own sushi, together with chilli powder, matcha powder and sesame seed to add into the flavour. Both Wagyu Shabu-shabu and Salmon Ikura Kamameshi are also a must try. For dessert, Matcha Aogato is also my favourite and a classics on the menu.

Approximate cost: $65

One of my favourite brunch places. Have to try their breakfast combo, my favourite is pork and 1000-year egg congee + stir fried rice noodle + choice of drink (HK Milk Tea). Extremely filling and definitely valued for money. It's available 7 days, between 10 to 11.30am each day.
Have to say the only thing that lets them down is poor customer services.

Approximate cost: $9.50