China Lane

The verdict

With the reinvention of Angel Place in the CBD came a slew of great bars and restaurants, among them China Lane. With its Mid Century Modern fitout and Asian fare, it's a unique dining experience from chef Ben Haywood, whose experience includes time at famed restaurants Chez Nico and Fat Duck. You can order banquet-style or a la carte, but in both cases are twists on all your favourite Chinese classics: five spice drunken lamb with pickled relish and spring onion, pulled pork on steam bao with sriracha mayo and crispy shallots, and duck pancakes with ho sin, cucumber and shallots.