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V-Rating: Super V Mother Chu’s was the first vegetarian restaurant I tried in Sydney and like any first love it still holds a very special place in my heart. Mother Chu’s is conveniently located on Pitt Street parallel with the Metro or George Street cinemas. It makes a great choice for a fast and delicious meal before a gig or a movie, and last week I successfully lured a non-veggie friend there before seeing V for Vendetta. We ordered the eggplant and tofu with miso sauce, and noodles with gluten and vegetables. The food was so good that we couldn’t bring ourselves to leave any behind. This meant we missed the first 15 minutes of the movie (but who needs establishment anyway.) The Mother Chu’s menu is extensive, drawing on Taiwanese, Chinese and Japanese influences. I always plan to order something new, but end up seduced by the beautifully soft tofu and eggplant in miso sauce. Other favourite dishes are the honey pumpkin and soy bean rolls. However, I’ve eaten at Mother Chu’s many times and have never been disappointed. Mother Chu’s is founded on a Buddhist philosophy so no alcohol is allowed. However, they do serve non-alcoholic wines and beer (it’s like light beer … kind of.) Some might see this as a downside, but I love being able to fearlessly order my glass of sparkling grape juice. Mother Chu’s is a modest venue with chairs and tables that wouldn’t be out of place in a cafeteria. However, the restaurant has a warm and inviting atmosphere with friendly service. The eponymous Mother Chu can usually be seen sitting at the restaurant’s back table, keeping an eye on everything (including the occasional cute grandchild) while her daughter takes charge of the restaurant’s smooth running. Mother Chu’s was love at first bite for me and remains one of my favourite restaurants in Sydney.
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14 Comments posted on "Mother Chu’s Vegetarian Kitchen - Vegan, City, Super V"
Cristy on April 21st, 2006 at 9:42 am #
You are making me want to move back to Sydney with these reviews… Have you come across the vegan Thai restaurants down towards Kings St Wharf - I think it is called Heavenly something…
kpounder on April 24th, 2006 at 2:24 pm #
Is that Peace Harmony (or something like that) just at the beginning of King St? Kind of very small with lots of lovely buddhist sentiments stuck to the wall? I think I convinced my book club to eat there once (totally out os self interest because there are only two vegetarians in the group). I remember the food being tasty and the staff being very sweet.
Kristy on September 11th, 2006 at 10:15 pm #
I loved this place. Especially the crispy gluten. Mmmmm one of the best dishes I’ve ever eaten.
kpounder on September 12th, 2006 at 9:19 am #
It is pretty tasty! I can’t go past the tofu and eggplant in miso sauce. I’m really glad that you liked it.
Arlene on April 1st, 2007 at 10:56 pm #
I love this place too. I concur with the Crispy Gluten and Honey Pumpkin. Can I also highly recommend the Eggplant in Black Bean Sauce.
kpounder on April 2nd, 2007 at 8:09 pm #
I’m so glad to hear of another fan. I haven’t tried the eggplant in black bean sauce but will put it on my list for next time. Thanks Arlene.
jerome on May 24th, 2007 at 1:53 pm #
I used to go here with my ex. She introduced me to vegan food. As a meat eater I was surprised at how fantastic vegetarian and vegan food can be. Will have to go there again, have not ben to Mother Chus in years
kpounder on May 30th, 2007 at 10:12 pm #
Hi Jerome I’m so glad to hear that Mother Chu’s can woo meat eaters as easily as vegans. You should go back. I bet it’s still as good as ever. K
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Tommy on June 21st, 2007 at 3:45 pm #
Does anyone know how Mama Chu’s is connected to Mama Chu’s Diner in Dickson St. There aren’t many vegetarian options there….
ZZZ on July 5th, 2007 at 9:46 am #
you people have no taste, the best tasting vegetarian place was purple lotus in chinatown. mama chu’s taste like something you can buy in the supermarket. even my NON vegetarian friends can make better versions. they’re just a mixture of stir fried veggies, wake up ppl!
Kath on March 17th, 2008 at 9:33 pm #
You must try the salt and pepper tofu and the soft rice noodles. Beautiful and subtle.
kpounder on March 29th, 2008 at 9:19 am #
Ok I’m sold. I’m up in Sydney next week so will try to duck in and try those dishes. I love salt and pepper tofu (if that wasn’t obvious enough by now).
sue viko on July 20th, 2008 at 6:41 pm #
is this place (mamma chus)still operating??? Post a comment
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