The internationally renowned Sofitel Sydney Darling Harbour is proud to announce that its signature restaurant, Atelier by Sofitel, has retained its two AGFG Chef Hats for 2026, marking an exceptional four consecutive years of recognition by The Australian Good Food Guide.

With this award, Atelier by Sofitel is challenging one of Sydney dining's most persistent misconceptions: that hotel restaurants are somehow less serious than their standalone counterparts.

In a dining landscape where accolades often fluctuate year to year, sustained excellence at this level is rare. Atelier's four-year streak places it among a select group of Sydney restaurants demonstrating not just brilliance, but consistency, discipline and depth of craft — qualities increasingly sought by serious food lovers.

Under the leadership of Executive Chef Sam Moore, Atelier has quietly but confidently built a reputation for refined, modern southern French cuisine that champions pristine local produce, thoughtful technique and a sense of restraint that allows ingredients to shine. The restaurant's evolution has been met with strong critical acclaim, reinforcing its position as one of the city's most dependable fine-dining addresses.

“This achievement is first and foremost a credit to the entire team,” said Moore. “To retain two hats for a fourth year running speaks to the level of consistency we hold ourselves to, service after service, season after season. That kind of recognition doesn't come from moments — it comes from standards.”

At a time when hotel restaurants are often overlooked by dedicated diners, Atelier stands as a compelling reminder that some of Australia's most serious culinary talent is operating within hotels. Backed by the stability, investment and resources of an international luxury brand, Atelier is able to offer the continuity of talent, produce relationships and operational rigour that long-term excellence demands — without compromising creativity or identity.

The name Atelier, meaning an artist's workshop, reflects the restaurant's philosophy: a place where ideas are developed, techniques refined and raw ingredients transformed with intention. The team's commitment to local producers, sustainable practices and uncompromising quality underpins every service — values recognised year after year by Australia's most respected dining authority.

Atelier by Sofitel is open seven nights a week for dinner from 5:30pm at Sofitel Sydney Darling Harbour.