XO in Canberra, Australian Capital Territory | Restaurant

XO

Locality: Canberra, Australian Capital Territory

Phone: +61 2 6295 9696

Address: 16 Iluka Street 2604 Canberra, ACT, Australia

Website: http://www.xo-restaurant.com.au

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25.01.2022 Growing up it was always the lesser of the puddings, the final juncture for left overs. No more! We stand for rice pudding. Black rice, coconut ice cream, golden honeycomb, lime meringue. Back in action for this weeks set menu.

25.01.2022 A taste of the summer ahead. Miso cured kingfish, with fresh pineapple and crisp nori. Add a chilled glass of Fleet Wines Chardonnay and suddenly things feel just slightly more manageable.

24.01.2022 True to the current climate of controversial policy moves, we are giving our bánh mì some time on the bench. A day one classic that has developed its own highly tuned assembly line in the kitchen, this is a decision that is likely to upset a few people. Lucky we aren’t elected officials. Stay tuned for what’s next.

22.01.2022 A love song about mushrooms. Eryngii mushroom, sansho potato mash, pickled hiratake, dehydrated enoki and dusted porcini.

22.01.2022 Back by popular demand - beef tartare in the classic style, but not how you know it. Finely diced beef with choco, the crunch of crisp betel leaf the salt and sweet burst of mam nem sauce and an egg yolk, of course. Back on the set menu today.

22.01.2022 Sunday dumpling social club. Mapo tofu, pork and fermented chilli dressing. Seeing out a great weekend and toasting the signals of a hopeful return to normality across the pacific.

22.01.2022 Open for business - https://mailchi.mp/xo-restaurant/1g4g3judyk-2997861

22.01.2022 Celebrate Chinese New Year 2021 - welcome in the Year of the Metal Ox with XO. From 11 February until 27 February, XO will be welcoming the new year with a traditional Chinese New Year menu with a distinctive Australian summer twist. To kick things off, on 12 February our dinner sitting will include a lion dancing performance to signal the New Year in style. At $88 per head and limited seating available, this event is in high demand every year. Book now to secure your spot.... XO.

21.01.2022 Here for a good time, not a long time. The return of the Hiramasa Kingfish on this week’s set - beetroot cured, lemongrass, ponzu nuoc cham.

19.01.2022 We are all about giving the people what they want. The Green Machine securing a spot in the 2020 preliminary final is the gift we all needed. So we turbo charged our @raiderscanberra soft serve. Now extra luminescent with a strong taste of Canberra pride. #WeAreRaiders #UpTheMilk #GreenMachine

18.01.2022 Celebrating the important things has never been more important. This Mother's Day we will be serving a $55 per head set menu that you can pick up from XO (timed pick up options) or delivered to you at lunch and dinner. Secure your booking at the following link: https://booking.resdiary.com/wid/Standard/XORestaurant/3903

18.01.2022 The humble dumpling. A delivery system for good times and (often) impossibly hot pho broth. Delicate beef tenderloin with crisp bean sprouts and a silky rich broth. On the set menu from tomorrow.

18.01.2022 Open for business. These words have so much meaning to us now, as we are sure they do to you as we all start to slowly reconnect with our friends, family and community. It has been a tough time for us all at a personal and professional level. We have all looked at the word resilience with more meaning, and may have learned a new recipe, but let's be honest, it hasn't been fun. So, we could not be happier to open the dining room back up, get the kitchen running again and servi...ng patrons at our 'home' in full swing from midday tomorrow. Over the past few weeks we have worked to put measures in place to reopen the doors in a safe and sustainable manner. While the seats may be limited, the energy in the restaurant is electric and we are loving every minute of service. We can't thank you all enough for your support over the past few months. We have seen more takeaway containers than we probably ever wanted to, and have enjoyed playing out our childhood pizza boy dreams, and now we can't wait to welcome you back.

17.01.2022 May the pork be with you. #maythe4thbewithyou #maytheforcebewithyou #maytheporkbewithyou

17.01.2022 Sunday with a hint of spring in the air. Claypot chicken rice, shittake and lap cheong confit. A staple of the family table, perfect for a long afternoon (and evening) with a few glasses of sizzurp.

16.01.2022 Coaxing summer forward with warm weather classics. Salmon ceviche, lime caviar with red curry and crispy salmon skin. Best enjoyed with a glass of Spinifex Muscat and a soundtrack of cicadas.

15.01.2022 Finally, some good news. Christopher Pearce, simultaneously one of the best photographer’s and humans we know, was forced to cancel his Food x Art project exhibition earlier this year due to COVID-19. We were thrilled to learn that Rising Sun Workshop in Newtown has enabled this amazing work to found its rightful place on public display. You can even find a few special feature from yours truly in the mix. If this doesn’t give you a Friday smile I’m not sure what will.

14.01.2022 After a period of managing inbound orders like it was 1995, we are finally live on Menulog - taking orders through the internets from 5:00PM.

13.01.2022 Cold weather home style essentials. Amma's slow cooked chicken curry. Happiness on a plate.

11.01.2022 As we have said before, we are proud of the way that the Canberra hospitality scene has banded together over the past few months to support eachother. The dumpling wars continue however. Minced prawn and pork with spicy soy vinaigrette.

11.01.2022 Crispy skin soy sauce chicken (si yau gai). A stone cold family classic elevated by supreme soy, and aromatic ginger scallion.

11.01.2022 FOH x XO. Work with and be mentored by one of Canberra’s leading hospitality teams and contribute to the development of all aspects of our operations. We are passionate about providing differentiated career paths and accelerated career growth for Canberra’s future talent. ... Apply within if you are ready for a change. Send through your CV directly to [email protected]

09.01.2022 White cut chicken, ginger scallion salsa. A perfectly simple number from the vault, back by popular demand. Couldn’t be happier to see these plated on the pass, rather than into TA containers.

09.01.2022 Finding beauty in the simple things. Charred lettuce, lemon vinaigrette with a dusting of sumac. A perfect accompaniment for a special Father’s Day lunch. Book your spot today.

09.01.2022 It has been a tough time for us all but getting another spot in the Canberra Times has definitely made Kent happy. We may have to implement measures to flatten his ego soon.

08.01.2022 Lai yau prawns. Plump Australian tiger prawns in a silky yellow curry and kelp butter sauce and fluffy egg floss.

07.01.2022 About XO: XO is the dream of 3 young Canberra locals, driven by a shared love of Asian cuisine and shaped by diverse experiences working across Australia and throughout Asia. We are passionate about delivering an innovative, modern approach to traditional South East Asian cuisine grounded by a commitment to honest food and the highest standards of service.... Above all we are focused on creating a collaborative, close-knit team. About the position: As wait and bar staff you will be core to delivering on our mission. You will be directly mentored by our front of house manager who brings over a decade of experience and a unique eye for sequence of service. You will contribute directly to the development and execution of our service and have the opportunity to diversify your skill set across the whole spectrum of managing a very successful front of house. What we are looking for: You will have worked in hospitality before. You know the industry and what is expected of you. We are a bit different, and look for a mix of skills and experience as well as personality and passion. To be considered for a wait and bar position you will have: - Experience in hospitality; - Excellent customer service skills; and - Excellent organisation and communication skills. We expect that you would will: - Have a high level of hygiene standards and personal presentation; - A genuine passion for food, wine and the hospitality industry; - The ability to follow instructions; - A willingness to be mentored, supervised and trained for further career development; - A readiness to contribute to the team and shape a healthy working environment; and - The ability to work cooperatively and productively in a high-pressure environment. Next steps: Sounds like what you are after? If so, our team would love to catch up with you for an informal chat. Please email your current CV along with a short covering letter explaining why you want to work with us to [email protected].

06.01.2022 Getting back to normal with the classics. Slow cooked black angus chuck rendang. This quickly became a staple of our TA menu. With the dining room back in business, we are winding down our takeaway service from tomorrow and giving the rendang a rest for a while. Don't miss the chance for one more rendang razzle.

06.01.2022 Light at the end. We are thrilled to let you know that from Monday we will be (re) opening the floor for 10 seat dinner sittings - one at 6:00pm and one at 7:45pm, along with a lunch sitting Tuesday to Friday. We will be running a set menu for $70 per head that we will be changing each week. We can't wait to welcome you back to XO.

06.01.2022 Kent. As he will tell you, it’s a monosyllabic name for a multi-dimensional character. Both the most kind matured and absolutely infuriating animal we know. He brings joy and deep deep anger to us all. And we love him for it. Happy birthday x.

05.01.2022 BOH x XO. Do you want to work with a young and enthusiastic team at one of Canberra's most exciting restaurants? We are looking to bring on a chef de partie.... Apply within if you are ready for a change. Send through your CV directly to [email protected].

05.01.2022 A gentleman’s fried chicken. Chim cút crispy quail with 9 spice aioli. Your move, colonel.

05.01.2022 Sichuan heat for a cold Canberra day. Mouth watering chicken - softly poached chicken with Sichuan chilli oil, crushed peanuts and fresh cucumber.

05.01.2022 Happiness on a plate. Creamy Vannella stracciatella, the sweet and heat of tomato nham jim with crushed nuts and fresh apple. Add a glass of Spinifex Muscat De Petit Grains and you are all set to start to round off the edges of 2020.

04.01.2022 The only upside of closed international borders. Protection from militant pasta pursuits. Spanner crab ravioli, Singapore chilli sauce, curry leaves. Eaten with chopsticks, naturally.

04.01.2022 You are in her DMs and this young player is serving her culinary magic. There definitely isn’t anyone the same as AK. A true gentleman and kitchen scholar. He has been an anchor for our business in a truly exceptional year. It’s his birthday today. From all us, here’s to a fantastic year ahead, chef.

02.01.2022 Welcoming in the lunar new year with a classic. Yee sang salad of mixed vegetables, caramelised nuts, salmon and sweet plum sauce. Traditionally a time to reconnect with family and friends, it is very different for many people this year. We are particularly grateful for the ability to have our doors open, tables filled and wine flowing.

02.01.2022 Chinese New Year with XO - https://mailchi.mp/xo-restaurant/cny-4827849

01.01.2022 An unexpected positive of the of turbulence and turmoil we have all experienced this year, is the chance to reflect on what is important. Thanks to Deep in the Weeds Podcast and Anthony Huckstepp for hosting our very own Kent for an honest conversation about running a restaurant in 2020. A timely reminder to say thanks to all of our team and our community. The ride isn’t over yet, but the tracks look a little straighter.

01.01.2022 As we look cautiously toward a return to normality we have adjusted our operating hours.

01.01.2022 Today is International Burger Day. A day of sombre reflection and consumption of this great concept, in all its forms. XO pushes further into the burger family tree: pork katsu bánh mì, carrots, cucumber and chilli kewpie mayo, preferably with a cold beer.

01.01.2022 Father's Day lunch and dinner at XOtomorrow. We’ve had some late cancellations for our six course plus dessert menu. There is no better way to say thanks to the main man, particularly given that we are bringing back the sexy squid for the occasion. Secure your booking online, link in bio. #xo #xorestaurant #fathersday