Renowned Melbourne restaurateur Chris Lucas is set to expand his dining empire, having acquired the entire ground floor of No. 1 Chifley Square in Sydney for his acclaimed Grill Americano.
The restaurant, known for its blend of Italian and American grillhouse influences, will open in September 2025.
Lucas sees the mid-century building on the corner of Elizabeth and Hunter streets as a prime location in the heart of the city, especially with the new Martin Place metro station entrance nearby.
“I have always been passionate about the role restaurants take in shaping the culture, nightlife and future of our cities. I am excited to bring Grill Americano to such an iconic location in the Sydney CBD.” Lucas said.
The restaurateur aims to offer a fresh take on the steakhouse genre, with the new venue featuring an expanded pasta menu, an oyster and crustacea bar, and a 7000-8000 bottle wine program.
Lucas’ wife and design collaborator, Sarah Lucas, will lead the interior design bringing her elegant, global aesthetic to the project. Together with Chris, she will collaborate with acclaimed Creative Director, Samantha Eades of Mitchell & Eades.
This restaurant opening marks another major expansion for the Greek Australian, who previously brought Chin Chin to Sydney and recently launched Carlotta in Canberra.
