Universal

Bar · Korean · Bar & breweryDarlinghurst

No dishes marked gluten free1 can be made gluten free on request

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Dinner

Wednesday–Sunday 5pm–midnight (Monday & Tuesday closed)

Bites

  • Hi Honey! Popcorn Chicken$18

    Crispy chicken thigh pops tossed in a sticky, sweet, and slightly spicy glaze. Topped with crushed honeycomb and a dusting of smokey chilli…

  • K-Corn$18

    Sweet corn ribs slathered in a Miso-Gochugaru butter and topped with Parmesan snow and fresh shallots. Messy, salty, and addictive.

    Likely dairy

  • Aunty's Got Seoul Arancini$17

    Crispy fried rice balls stuffed with finely chopped aged kimchi and molten mozzarella, served on a bed of bulgogi-infused aioli. (3pc)

    Likely glutenLikely dairyLikely egg

  • Chickorean Burger & Fries$23

    Brioche bun toasted with garlic butter, sandwiching sweet and sav-pickled red onions and a crunchy perilla leaf slaw. It's the perfect…

    Likely glutenLikely dairy

  • Rice Cake "Churros"$24

    Skewers of chewy rice cakes, flash-fried until the exterior is crisp while the inside remains molten. Brushed with a sweet-spicy cinnamon…

    Likely nuts

  • Tuna Sashimi Tataki Tostadas with Sesame Ponzu Dressing$24

    Thinly sliced seared tuna on a crispy wonton cracker, topped with avocado mash, a drop of Ssamjang-crema and micro-greens.

    Likely glutenLikely dairyLikely fish

  • Seaweed Rolls$17

    A street-food classic upgraded. Glass noodles wrapped in seaweed, tempura-battered, and fried. Instead of standard soy, served with infused…

    VegetarianLikely gluten

  • Salt & Pepper Calamari$27

    Crispy, lightly buttered calamari with Asian aromatics.

    Likely glutenLikely dairyLikely shellfish

  • The Prawn Star$19

    Tempura prawn in soft pillowy Japanese milk roll filled with smooth egg puree with nori flakes (2 rolls).

    Likely glutenLikely dairyLikely eggLikely shellfish

  • The Midnight Jigae$28

    The ultimate soul food stew: a spicy, savoury stew packed with aged kimchi, silken tofu and succulent pork belly. Recommended with rice.

    Likely soy

  • Ssam Like It Hot!$20

    The ritual of the table. Thick-cut, honey-glazed grilled pork belly served on crisp red leaf lettuce, perilla leaves, garlic slices, green…

  • K-Town "Crack" Fried Chicken$20

    Our famous for a reason! Ultra-crunchy boneless thighs double fried and tossed in your choice of Gochujang glaze (spicy/sweet) or…

    Can be made free of gluten

  • Sizzling Bulgogi$32

    Thinly sliced rib-eye marinated in a pear-soy reduction, seared on a high-heat cast iron plate with caramelised onions, scallions, and…

    Likely sesame

  • Seoul Survivor Rice Cakes$20

    Chewy rice cakes and fish cakes loaded with thick, fiery Gochujang sauce. Topped with a melted three-cheese blend and a soft-boiled ramen…

    Likely glutenLikely dairyLikely eggLikely fish

  • Busan Pancakes$24

    Savoury pancake loaded with toasted scallions, calamari, shrimp and octopus, served with a tangy onion-soy dipping sauce. (2pc)

    Likely shellfish

  • Pork Ribs$28

    Fall-off-the-bone tender ribs braised in a dark soy and ginger broth. Served with rice.

    Likely glutenLikely soy

  • Kraken Octopus Stir-Fry$33

    Baby octopus stir-fry with Aunty's special savoury sauce made of soy, garlic, red and green chilli slices.

    Likely glutenLikely soyLikely shellfish

  • Aunty's "Don't Tell Mom" Fried Rice$20

    This next-level stir-fry combines the deep, savoury tang of fermented kimchi with golden, irresistibly crispy chicken. A little spicy, a…

  • Flame-Kissed Baby Octo$18

    This next-level stir-fry combines the deep, savoury tang of fermented kimchi with golden, irresistibly crispy chicken. A little spicy, a…

  • Three Kings Bao Board$24

    A platter of fluffy lotus buns served with three fillings: Korean fried chicken, HK char siu, Japanese chashu (3pc).

    Likely gluten

  • Loaded Tteokbokki Fries$28

    Tempura battered chewy Korean rice cakes, drizzled with a Malaysian sambal-cheese sauce and crispy fried shallots.

    Likely glutenLikely dairyLikely egg

  • Aunty's Dumplings$17

    Fried or steamed and served with house-made dipping sauce. Choice of chicken or pork (5pc).

    Likely gluten

  • The Rib-Eye Sando$30

    Ultra-thin premium rib-eye given the royal bulgogi treatment, seared and served in a warm fluffy bed of Japanese milk bread with perilla…

    Likely glutenLikely dairyLikely egg

  • The Itaewon Cheeseburger Spring Rolls$18

    Hand-rolled spring rolls stuffed with bulgogi sauce, melted American cheddar and chopped kimchi, served with a "Big Mac style" Gochujang…

    Likely glutenLikely dairyLikely soy

  • The Mount Fuji Nachos$32

    Crispy fried wonton skins topped with sashimi grade spicy tuna, melted mozzarella, furikake, jalapenos, and an eruption of spicy mayo.

    Likely glutenLikely dairyLikely eggLikely fish

Sweet Happy Endings

  • Miso Happy Gelato$13

    Rich, velvety gelato swirled with deep, umami-rich miso caramel, topped with pillowy, chewy mochi.

    Likely dairyLikely soy

  • The Matcha Made in Heaven$15

    Silky green tea mousse with a classic brûlée caramelised sugar crust, paired with soft matcha mochi.

    Likely dairyLikely egg

  • The Toxic Trait Toast$16

    Bite-sized pieces of golden, crispy Hong Kong French toast served hot alongside a scoop of signature miso caramel nori gelato.

    Likely glutenLikely dairyLikely eggLikely soy

Good to know

Bar

  • Vegetarian dishes (1)venue menu, read 10 Nov 2026
  • Takes bookingsvenue website, read 10 Nov 2026 · source

Not known yet: dog friendly, kid friendly, kids menu, outdoor seating, wheelchair access, vegan options, high chairs, byo, baby change. Ask the venue.

Facts

FactDetail
AddressDarlinghurst, NSW
AreaSydney City & Inner East
KindBar · Korean · Bar & brewery
Websiteuniversal.sydney
BookingOnline through Book online
Menu read10 Nov 2026 from universal.sydney
MapOpen in Google Maps

What diners say

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Where this comes from

Allergen answers come from the menu’s labels first, then the listed ingredients, then a model’s judgement checked when unsure. How allergen status is decided.

Questions about Universal

Does Universal have gluten-free options?

No dish is marked gluten free as served, and 1 more can be made gluten free on request, from the menu read 10 Nov 2026. Each dish shows whether the venue labelled it or it was read from the ingredients.

Is Universal coeliac friendly?

Eatcrush reads each venue’s own menu and says where every answer came from. It never calls a dish safe: kitchens share fryers, boards and flour, and menus change. If you have coeliac disease or an allergy, confirm with staff before you order.

What can be made gluten free at Universal?

K-Town "Crack" Fried Chicken.

Can I book Universal online?

Yes, through Book online: https://www.universal.sydney/book

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