Rick Stein at Coogee Beach has quickly emerged as one of Sydney’s most talked-about dining arrivals, with strong demand from locals and visitors eager to experience the celebrated chef’s first Sydney restaurant overlooking Coogee’s shoreline.
A New Coastal Landmark For Sydney
The restaurant welcomed diners on 1 December 2025 at the InterContinental Sydney Coogee Beach, marking Rick Stein’s Australian flagship venue and his first permanent base in the city. Located above one of Sydney’s most popular beaches, Rick Stein at Coogee Beach offers ocean views and sits within the newly redeveloped InterContinental hotel.
The venue seats about 220 people across the main dining room, bar, and semi-private spaces, adding a major hospitality draw to the eastern suburbs. It is designed for locals and visitors alike, suitable for long lunches, relaxed dinners, and special celebrations.
A Menu Shaped By Travel And Seafood
The menu at Rick Stein at Coogee Beach reflects decades of cooking and travel, blending British, French, and Asian influences with a strong seafood focus. Dishes include Cornish-style fish and chips, fish pie, lobster thermidor, Singapore blue swimmer crab, oysters, sashimi, and seafood platters.
Seafood is sourced through the Sydney Fish Markets, with suppliers selecting produce daily. The approach centres on clear flavours and familiar dishes, staying true to Stein’s long-held belief in simple preparation and quality ingredients.
The Team Behind The Kitchen And Dining Room
Rick Stein and his wife and business partner Sarah Stein oversee the overall direction. Head chef Colin Chun runs the Sydney kitchen day to day. He brings senior hotel experience from Australia and overseas and has worked closely with the Steins to shape the menu for Sydney diners.
The interior design reflects a relaxed coastal style, using natural textures, ocean-inspired colours and large artworks referencing the sea. Features include an ice bar displaying seafood, semi-private dining spaces and a kitchen table where guests can watch chefs at work.
Strong Demand From Day One
Interest has been strong, with bookings filling through December and into the new year. Rick Stein was overseas on a UK book tour during the opening period but stayed involved through regular contact with the local team.
Stein and his wife plan to spend extended time at the Coogee venue during their Australian visits, supporting its long-term presence. For Coogee, the restaurant adds an internationally recognised name to the beachfront while remaining focused on serving the local community.
Published 17-December-2025
