Luke's Table at the Pylon Lookout — Restaurant in Sydney

This dinner, hosted by Luke Mangan’s team and served on top of Sydney’s Pylon, is memorable for its location: the wow-inducing lookout that deserves way more attention than it gets. But ask me if I liked the food I’d have to say…. yeah-nah. I appreciate that (it being a popup restaurant) everything has to be brought in … or rather up. It can’t be easy to serve a three-course meal plus wine plus amuse bouches without a kitchen and where everything, including chairs and tables, has to be carried up the 200 steps to the top. Each and every one of the 50 nights a year they are allowed to operate.

I will also make allowances for the fact that it had been an extremely warm day, and so won’t make a fuss about the melted butter drenching the sourdough roll that had gone stale. But I would have expected at least some ice to counter the heat: warm champagne, even if it is a Penfolds x Thienot Brut Rose, is just not enjoyable. The dressing for the Kingfish Shasimi was overpowering and too onion-y. the Wagyu/Shimo beef was ok, but not so rave-worthy as to even mention it’s exclusiveness (normally only available outside Australia - so we were told), the desert was basically 4 different deserts that didn’t go together. But I will sing praises for the main’s sides: a lovely mushroom puree with asparagus and Madeira jus (sadly the jus being too runny for me - it didn’t stick to anything). The service was great, but again lacked the special something. For example, I would have liked to know a bit more about the wines that the food was paired with, particularly since the evening was Penfolds themed. All up this was not an experience I would recommend paying $345 per person for. Get yourself a ticket for $25 instead and visit The Pylon during the day. You will miss the sunset, but it’s still an awesome view over the Harbour, the Opera House and the...

SYDNEY'S MOST UNIQUE ELEVATED DINING EXPERIENCE - WOW WOW WOW!

We recently wined & dined at Luke's Table Sydney’s located on the lookout level of the south east Pylon of the iconic harbour bridge and WOW was it a night to remember.

Incredible Aussie chef Luke Mangan and his team welcomed us with canapés & rosé brut followed by an intimate sit down meal with a delicious three-course menu. This experience is a communal dining experience and we had amazing chats with fellow guests over a delicious three course meal. During courses we popped outside and enjoyed the most spectacular views of the Opera House and the Harbour Bridge from the Pylon lookout.

Important to note: ✨ The dining experience is from 6-9pm ✨ When you arrive at the South-East Pylon you will be guided up over 200 steps to the Lookout level where you will find Luke’s Table. Bear in mind there is no lift. ✨ Reservations for Luke’s Table open 4-6 weeks prior and there are only 20 seats max. ✨ They cater to dietaries and allergens, I don’t eat red meat and had the most amazing seafood menu. ✨ Reservations for Luke’s Table open 4-6 weeks prior and there are only 20 seats max.

I highly...

This was simply incredible! The hospitality was perfect! Met by Luke and a glass of champagne. Only 20 Diners for a 3 course meal with iconic Penfolds wines to match. Considering the venue and lack of kitchen the food was superb. Each course was an incredible balance of flavours and textures.

It’s a long way up but worth every step. The views are incredible. Yes there’s a lot of over the top descriptive but Luke and his team, coupled with the venue and Vivid is a world...