
Saint Peter
RESTAURANT SUMMARY

Where revolutionary fish butchery meets Australian fine dining, Saint Peter Sydney transforms sustainable seafood into an extraordinary culinary experience through Josh Niland's pioneering scale-to-tail philosophy that utilizes every part of the fish from fillet to offal.
James Beard Award winner Josh Niland opened Saint Peter with a radical vision: to revolutionize how the world approaches seafood dining. Housed within Sydney's heritage-listed Grand National Hotel in Paddington, this critically acclaimed restaurant has earned two Good Food Guide hats and international recognition for pioneering techniques previously reserved for meat preparation. Niland's innovative approach includes dry-aging fish in custom-designed cool rooms and transforming fish offal—livers, roe, swim bladders, even scales—into sophisticated culinary creations that challenge traditional seafood boundaries.
The daily-changing nine-course tasting menu showcases sustainably sourced Australian seafood through extraordinary preparations that utilize 90% of each fish. Signature dishes include the legendary dry-aged yellowfin tuna "ribeye" styled like premium beef, salt and vinegar garfish with olive brine and cultured butter, and charcoal-seared Watsons leaping bonito over spicy tuna nduja. The menu ventures into uncharted territory with fish charcuterie including fish chorizo and mortadella, bone-made noodles, and even snapper eye ice cream with blood plum caramel for dessert. Each dish represents Niland's commitment to reducing waste while revealing the full gastronomic potential of Australian marine produce.
The restaurant's concrete-clad minimalist interior emphasizes the raw beauty of fresh seafood, dominated by an open kitchen featuring a mesmerizing charcoal fire that guests can observe throughout their meal. Professional service includes detailed explanations of each dish's provenance and preparation, enhancing appreciation for the innovative techniques. The thoughtfully curated wine program features Australian regional selections and international bottles specifically chosen to complement the complex seafood preparations, with pairings including German Pinot Blanc and King Valley Savagnin that highlight the menu's sophistication.
Saint Peter represents the pinnacle of Sydney fine dining, offering an unparalleled seafood experience that has redefined Australian cuisine on the global stage. Reservations are essential for this intimate dining room where Niland's revolutionary approach continues to influence chefs worldwide, making each visit a masterclass in sustainable gastronomy and innovative technique.
CHEF
Josh Niland
ACCOLADES

(2025) La Liste Score: 81pts

(2025) World's 50 Best Best Restaurants #66

