Ugly Bird Asia Grill

Head down Stanhope Road towards the water and you'll find yourself at Catherine House, where Ugly Bird does exactly what it says on the tin: unapologetic Asian grilling without the theatre. This is the kind of place where the focus is entirely on what lands on your plate rather than Instagram angles. The open kitchen setup means you're watching skilled hands work over hot woks, and honestly, that's the only ambiance you need. Regulars keep coming back because the food is consistently brilliant—the sort of spot where you order confidently and eat gratefully.