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Best curry in Sydney

Compare 21 ranked candidates for curry in Sydney, using the available dish evidence. Check the mentions, coverage and venue details before choosing.

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T2 shop 5/201 Sussex St, Sydney NSW 2000

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Top 5 for curry in Sydney

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1Lee's Malaysian Since 1982SydneyLee’s Malaysian Since 1982’s chicken curry arrives with a deeply fragrant broth, brimming with a noticeable...9.6
2Pepper Seeds Kent StreetSydneyThe intensely fragrant Hung Lay curry at Pepper Seeds Kent Street boasts a rich, deeply spiced broth with...8.4
3Malay Chinese TasteNorth SydneyMalay Chinese Taste’s curry, particularly the chicken curry, boasts a deeply fragrant broth infused with a...8.2
4Into Laksa MascotMascotThe intensely fragrant curry, boasting a rich broth and noticeable spice, arrives in a generously sized...7.9
5Into Laksa WaterlooWaterlooInto Laksa Waterloo’s curry delivers a deeply satisfying experience, boasting a rich, intensely flavorful...7.8

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#1 Ranked

Thai · Sydney

T2 shop 5/201 Sussex St, Sydney NSW 2000

Lee's Malaysian Since 1982

Lee’s Malaysian Since 1982’s chicken curry arrives with a deeply fragrant broth, brimming with a noticeable, pleasant spice that builds a comforting warmth with each mouthful. Reviewers frequently praise the generous portion size, often complemented by fresh toppings and boasting a satisfying, tender texture that elevates the overall experience, particularly when considering the value. This curry stands out in Sydney’s diverse food scene due to its consistently balanced heat and authentic Malaysian flavours, offering a truly satisfying and memorable meal.

Winner Verdict

Overwhelmingly Positive

Score

9.6

Mentions

Sentiment

100%

Evidence behind this ranking

Updated 2026-09-21

1,145 collected review records across these candidates. Records may include repeat reviewers.

Dated Review Activity (last 24 months)

Very Positive

361 of 458 mentions have usable recent dates (0 undated, 97 older).

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This dataset contains 21 ranked candidates and 94,935 source-listed restaurant reviews. That total includes other dishes and is not the number of review texts collected. 5 recorded dish mentions are associated with Lee's Malaysian Since 1982. Coverage is incomplete; a ranking is not a firsthand review.

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Runners up

Top 21 around Sydney

02
Pepper Seeds Kent Street
The intensely fragrant Hung Lay curry at Pepper Seeds Kent Street boasts a rich, deeply spiced broth with tender pieces of beef and a satisfying, slightly chewy texture.
222 Kent St, Sydney NSW 2000
8.4
8 mentions
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03
Malay Chinese Taste
Malay Chinese Taste’s curry, particularly the chicken curry, boasts a deeply fragrant broth infused with a noticeable warmth from the spice blend, complemented by generous portions of tender chicken and fresh rice.
Shop SFC08/36 Blue St, North Sydney NSW 2060
8.2
3 mentions
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04
Into Laksa Mascot
The intensely fragrant curry, boasting a rich broth and noticeable spice, arrives in a generously sized portion, accompanied by fresh vegetables and a satisfying textural balance.
Shop5/256 Coward St, Mascot NSW 2020
7.9
16 mentions
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05
Into Laksa Waterloo
Into Laksa Waterloo’s curry delivers a deeply satisfying experience, boasting a rich, intensely flavorful broth brimming with aromatic spices and tender chicken pieces.
SHOP 5/5 Archibald Ave, Waterloo NSW 2017
7.8
9 mentions
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06
Malay Chinese Town Hall
Malay Chinese Town Hall’s chicken curry arrives brimming with a rich, intensely spiced broth, punctuated by tender pieces of chicken and a noticeable warmth from the chili.
Shop 1/267 Sussex St, Sydney NSW 2000
7.8
5 mentions
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07
Bay Hong Food + Wine
Bay Hong Food + Wine’s Spicy Tofu Curry boasts a deeply fragrant broth, brimming with a warming heat from generous spice notes and complemented by fresh, vibrant vegetables.
227 Oxford St, Darlinghurst NSW 2010
7.7
16 mentions
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08
Ever Laksa
Ever Laksa’s beef curry is generously portioned, boasting a rich, deeply flavorful broth brimming with tender chunks of beef and a noticeable warmth from the spice blend.
Shop R06/275 Kent St, Sydney NSW 2000
7.7
1 mentions
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09
LAW'S LAKSA BAR
Law’s Laksa Bar’s Special Laksa boasts a deeply creamy broth brimming with tender beef, succulent chicken, delicate wontons, and firm tofu, a generous portion that immediately satisfies.
52B Harris St, Pyrmont NSW 2009
7.7
3 mentions
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10
Nid Noi by Bangkok
Nid Noi by Bangkok’s curry in Sydney delivers a deeply satisfying Green Curry, boasting a rich, aromatic broth brimming with spice and featuring tender beef chunks alongside vibrant green chilies and fresh basil.
12/80 John St, Pyrmont NSW 2009
7.7
11 mentions
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11
Sayong Curry and Laksa
The rich, intensely fragrant curry at Sayong Curry and Laksa boasts tender chicken swimming in a deeply spiced broth, punctuated by generous additions of fresh coriander and crunchy fried shallots.
Pittsway Arcade, 303 Pitt St, Sydney NSW 2000
7.7
8 mentions
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12
Alice's Makan
Alice’s Makan’s curry, particularly the chicken version, delivers a deeply comforting experience with a rich, intensely spiced broth and a generous portion of fluffy rice.
580 George St, Sydney NSW 2000
7.6
4 mentions
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13
Bang Tang Potts Point
Bang Tang Potts Point’s curry chicken with potatoes delivers a deeply comforting experience, boasting tender chicken and perfectly cooked potatoes swimming in a rich, aromatic broth infused with an authentic, spicy warmth.
Ground Floor, Shop 4/5/15 Orwell St, Potts Point NSW 2011
7.6
13 mentions
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14
Phenthai
Phenthai’s Panang curry delivers a vibrant, intensely spiced broth brimming with tender beef, complemented by fresh toppings and generous portion sizes that offer a comforting and satisfying experience.
56 York St, Sydney NSW 2000
7.6
4 mentions
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15
Indian Home Diner
The creamy, intensely aromatic chicken curry, brimming with toasted garlic and a rich, buttery sauce, arrived wrapped in delicate delivery paper, offering an immediate sense of indulgent comfort.
86 Oxford St, Paddington NSW 2021
7.5
12 mentions
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16
Kopitiam Cafe
Kopitiam’s Malaysian chicken curry arrives with a deeply fragrant broth, boasting a noticeable spice level balanced by tender chunks of chicken and generous portions of both wide and thin noodles.
594 Harris St, Ultimo NSW 2007
7.5
13 mentions
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17
Into Laksa Broadway
Into Laksa Broadway’s chicken curry features a deeply fragrant broth brimming with spice, delivering a comforting warmth noticeable from the first spoonful.
1 Bay St, Ultimo NSW 2007
7.4
1 mentions
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18
Into Laksa St Leonards
Into Laksa St Leonards’s chicken curry is intensely flavorful, boasting a rich, deeply aromatic broth brimming with spices and tender chicken pieces.
Mall 88, Shop LG01/88 Christie St, St Leonards NSW 2065
7.4
4 mentions
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19
MANA Thai Bistro - Surry Hills Hotel
Mana Thai Bistro’s green curry delivers an intensely flavorful experience, boasting a rich, coconut-infused broth and a vibrant aroma punctuated by a noticeable, pleasing spice level.
198 Elizabeth St, Surry Hills NSW 2010
7.4
2 mentions
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20
Nanyang Kopi
Nanyang Kopi’s Penang Curry Laksa boasts a deeply satisfying broth, richly infused with a noticeable spice that builds with each spoonful, and arrives generously portioned with toppings like blood clams and pork blood jelly cubes.
77 Liverpool St, Sydney NSW 2000
7.4
9 mentions
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21
Phamish Vietnamese Restaurant
Phamish’s fragrant coconut curry arrives brimming with tender chunks of butternut squash and cauliflower, its rich broth infused with a noticeable warmth of chili spice.
248 Palmer St, Darlinghurst NSW 2010
7.4
5 mentions
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Review guide

The evidence behind the best curry in Sydney

This guide expands the ranking into the review patterns behind the best curry in Sydney, using only pages with enough restaurant and review signal to support a fuller breakdown.

Reviews

94,935+

Restaurants

Updated

2026-09-21

Why the winner leads

Why Lee's Malaysian Since 1982 ranks #1 for curry

How the shortlist compares

Where the other top curry spots stand out

The rest of the ranking still matters because curry searches are rarely one-size-fits-all. These are the clearest review-backed differences among the next-best places.

Pepper Seeds Kent Street: The intensely fragrant Hung Lay curry at Pepper Seeds Kent Street boasts a rich, deeply spiced broth with tender pieces of beef and a satisfying, slightly chewy texture.
Malay Chinese Taste: Malay Chinese Taste’s curry, particularly the chicken curry, boasts a deeply fragrant broth infused with a noticeable warmth from the spice blend, complemented by generous portions of tender chicken and fresh rice.
Into Laksa Mascot: The intensely fragrant curry, boasting a rich broth and noticeable spice, arrives in a generously sized portion, accompanied by fresh vegetables and a satisfying textural balance.
Into Laksa Waterloo: Into Laksa Waterloo’s curry delivers a deeply satisfying experience, boasting a rich, intensely flavorful broth brimming with aromatic spices and tender chicken pieces.

How to choose

Choosing curry in Sydney

Use this ranking as a shortlist, not just a winner announcement: Lee's Malaysian Since 1982 is the strongest overall signal, while the runners up show where reviewers found different strengths across Sydney.

94,935 source-listed restaurant reviews are associated with 21 ranked candidates; these are not all collected review texts.
Lee's Malaysian Since 1982 has 5 curry mentions and a 100% sentiment score.
The current review verdict is overwhelmingly positive.

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Quick answers

Frequently asked questions

What is the best curry in Sydney?

Lee's Malaysian Since 1982 in Sydney is currently ranked #1 for curry in Sydney, among 21 candidates in our available dataset. Lee’s Malaysian Since 1982’s chicken curry arrives with a deeply fragrant broth, brimming with a noticeable, pleasant spice that builds a comforting warmth with each mouthful. Reviewers frequently praise the generous portion size, often complemented by fresh toppings and boasting a satisfying, tender texture that elevates the overall experience, particularly when considering the value.

Which other curry places in Sydney come close?

Pepper Seeds Kent Street, Malay Chinese Taste, Into Laksa Mascot round out the top of the ranking. Each earned strong dish-specific praise in recent reviews — the full shortlist below covers 21 ranked restaurants.

How is the best curry in Sydney decided?

BiteRanked compares candidates using available restaurant ratings and dish mentions. Listing review totals are not collected review counts. Coverage is incomplete; the recorded ranking update is 2026-09-21. Read our methodology for scoring and limitations.