Marigold

This 800-seat restaurant is a Sydney institution. Serves the hordes yum cha daily for lunch, with service brisk, bordering on rude. Make sure you have a seat close to the centre, or you'll get the leftovers. More laid-back vibe in the evenings. Go for the experience, not the service.

Address

Levels 4 & 5, 683-9 George St, Haymarket

Getting there

In the Citymark building

Price

Dim sum $2.40-4.60, yum cha specials $5.70

Website

marigold.com.au (opens in a new tab)