Surry Hills is one of Sydney’s most rewarding dining neighbourhoods, a place where destination restaurants, inventive wine bars and deeply personal family-run kitchens sit within a few walkable blocks. Crown Street supplies much of the bustle, but some of the suburb’s most memorable tables are tucked along quieter lanes and side streets, turning dinner into an excuse to explore.
The range is a large part of the appeal. You can move from Lebanese feasting and fire-led modern Australian cooking to Japanese-Italian share plates, Korean family recipes, ramen, yakitori and North African comfort food. The best rooms feel distinctly local even when their flavours travel widely: energetic without becoming anonymous, polished without losing warmth.
This guide covers standout choices for celebratory dinners, casual lunches, dates, group meals and nights built around wine or cocktails. Menus and trading hours can change, so it is sensible to check the latest details and reserve ahead where possible—particularly for compact dining rooms and weekend services.
Nour
Nour brings contemporary precision to Lebanese and broader Levantine flavours without losing the generous spirit of a shared meal. Its softly coloured Crown Street dining room is elegant but lively, with an open kitchen and wood-fired oven providing both theatre and the foundations of the menu. House-made breads, dips, pickles, yoghurt and preserves establish the kitchen’s attention to detail before the larger dishes arrive.
The cooking is bold, layered and designed for the table. Familiar ingredients such as tahini, labneh, harissa and tarator appear in carefully judged combinations, while seafood, vegetables and richly flavoured meats give groups plenty of ways to build a balanced feast. Nour works especially well for a long lunch or celebration: the room feels glamorous in daylight, cocktails carry the same Levantine accents as the food, and set-menu options remove the pressure of ordering for a crowd.
Address: Shop 3, 490 Crown Street, Surry Hills NSW 2010
Nour Menu
Snacks
Marinated green olives, coriander, garlic, chilli, lemon
Sydney rock oysters, rose water mignonette (A)
Cantabrian anchovy fillets, classic ezme, toast ( I )
Batata harra, crispy potato, toum, fermented chilli
Woodfired Abrolhos scallop, Aleppo burnt butter (A)
Chicken bits shawarma, tarator, pickled cabbage, yoghurt bread
Charred octopus skewer, whipped roe, parsley (A)
Lamb belly and kofta skewer, biber sauce, Isot chilli
Mezze
Raw tuna tabbouleh, horseradish cacik, sesame leaf (A)
Kibbeh nayyeh, raw lamb, caviar, pickled red radish, chilli oil, bulgur cracker
Beetroot, sheep’s curd, pomegranate, house pita
Woodfired halloumi, black olives, pickled celery
Woodfired eggplant, filfil chouma, za’atar crisp
Mains
Fish of the day grilled, bazella of peas, anchovy sauce, pistachio and vineleaf dressing (A)
Lamb neck, zucchini, yoghurt, burnt butter, chermoula
Twice cooked baharat duck mishwe, Ottoman citrus sauce
Stone Axe Fullblood Wagyu Inside Skirt MB9+, charred onions, fermented turnip vinaigerette
Woodfired mushrooms, burnt leeks, walnut muhammara
Mountain salad, green olives, walnuts, pomegranates, coriander
Brussels sprouts, mujadara style, lentils, onions, grape molasses
Roasted pumpkin, goat’s feta, seeded dukkah butter, pine nut tahini sauce
Nour pita
Banquet Menus
BANQUET MENU 89PP
Chicken bits shawarma, tarator, pickled cabbage, yoghurt bread. Woodfired Abrolhos scallop, Aleppo burnt butter (A). Raw tuna tabbouleh, horseradish cacik, sesame leaf (A). Woodfired eggplant, filfil chouma, za’atar crisp. Lamb neck, zucchini, yoghurt, burnt butter, chermoula. Brussels sprouts, mujadara style, lentils, onions, grape molasses. Muhallebiye, rose and orange scented milk pudding, pistachio, fruit preserve, passion fruit.
SIGNATURE BANQUET 129PP
Sydney rock oysters, rose water mignonette (A). Chicken bits shawarma, tarator, pickled cabbage, yoghurt bread. Charred octopus skewer, whipped roe, parsley dressing (A). Woodfired halloumi, black olives, pickled celery. Woodfired eggplant, filfil chouma, za’atar crisps. Choice of: Stone Axe Fullblood Wagyu Inside Skirt MB9+, charred onions, fermented turnip vinaigerette; or Twice cooked baharat duck mishwe, Ottoman citrus sauce. Brussels sprouts, mujadara style, lentils, onions, grape molasses; or Mountain salad, green olives, walnuts, pomegranates, coriander. Woodfired coconut basbousa, cardamom custard, Jersey milk ice-cream.
Bottomless
FRENCH ROSÉ AND ALMAZA BEER
includes French Rose and Almaza Beer
COCKTAILS
includes French Rose and Almaza Beer. Espresso Martini - Vodka, Tia maria, espresso, coffee. Persian Spritz - Persian lime, elderflower, cucumber, topped with sparkling wine. Aperol Spritz - Aperol, sparkling wine, topped with soda.
PREMIUM SELECTION
includes French Rose, Almaza Beer and cocktails. Negroni - Gin, Campari, Cinzano. Tommy’s Margarita - Tequila, lime juice, agave.
Desserts
Fresh sorbet of the day
Pistachio mafroukeh, soured apricot amardine, ashta cream
Woodfired coconut basbousa, fenugreek custard, Jersey milk ice-cream
Sekerpare; rosewater soaked cookie, lemon curd, coconut labneh, passionfruit
Tahini parfait, mastic cream, macadamia baklava
Coffee
COFFEE BY REFORMATORY CAFFEINE LAB
Loma Verde blend, Colombia
Tea
Assam
Single origin black tea
Egyptian Ice
Organic hibiscus, rose, silver jasmine, Ceylon orange pekoe
Karavan
Black tea, green tea, rose, peppermint, bergamot
Silver Jasmine
Triple infused jasmine blossoms
Inhale Exhale
Thyme, peppermint, lemon myrtle, star anise, liquorice root
Peace + Quiet
Chamomile,lavender, rose
Earl grey or fresh mint tea
Cocktails
Blood Orange Spritz
Poor Tom’s Imbroglio, Blood Orange, Prosecco, Olive, Rosemary
Hamama
Orendain Blanco Tequila, Ancho Reyes, Spiced Pear, Sumac, Lime & Jalapeno Soda
Double Apple-Tini
Haku Vodka, Apple, Pineapple, Lemon, Whey, Smoke
Lichee
Four Pillars ‘Rare Dry’ Gin, Lychee, Cranberry, Pomegranate, Lemon
Banana Khubz
H by Hine Cognac, Flor de Cana 7yo Rum, Banana, Valdespino Sherry, Walnut Bitters
Zaitoon Old Fashioned
Rio Vista x Paul Farag Olive Oil washed H by Hine Cognac, Cardamom Bitters, Rosemary
NOUR Espresso Martini
Aether Vodka, Broken Bean Coffee, Vanilla, Orange, Espresso
Arak Orchard Highball
Arak, Four Pillars ‘Rare Dry’ Gin, Cucumber, All Spice, Apple & Pear Soda
Tamuru Passion
Aether Vodka, De Kuyper Passionfruit, Elderflower, Tamarind, Blood Orange Granita
Malika Margarita
Orendain Blanco Tequila, Mezcal, Grand Marnier, Mandarin, Chili, Sumac Salt
Baezel
Haku Vodka, Coconut Rum, Pineapple, Basil, Cranberry & Pomegranate Ice
Low & No Alcohol
Persian Spritz
Persian Lime, Moroccan Mint, Elderflower, Prosecco
Tangerine Dream
Campari, Peach, Tangerine, Mandarin Soda
Paradise Fizz
Rhubi Mistelle, Unico Zelo ‘Pomelo’ Vermouth, Ginger, Guava, Yuzu Soda
Silent Spritz
Sammy Piquant ‘Jetsetter’ Aperitif, Mandarin Soda
Wine by the Glass & Carafe
MV Clover Hill Exceptionelle
NV Taittinger Cuvée Prestige Brut Champagne
NV Ruinart Blanc de Blancs
2024 Kenny Wines ‘Watervale’ Riesling
2021 Van Volxem ‘Schonfels‘ GG Riesling
2024 Shaw + Smith Sauvignon Blanc (org)
2024 Nick Spencer Pinot Gris
2023 Bruno Lafon ‘Les Fleurs Blanc’ (org)
2021 Fiegl ‘Collio’ Friulano
2020 Chablisienne ‘La pierrelée’ Chablis
2023 Deep Woods ‘Estate’ Chardonnay
2023 Nanny Goat Cross-breed Skin-Macerated
2022 Rameau d’Or Grenache Blend
2022 Moulin de Gassac Pinot Noir
2023 Ghost Rock ‘Bonadale’ Pinot Noir
2022 La Bastide Saint Vincent Côtes-du-Rhône
2022 Harrison Wines ‘Project 5255’ Malbec
2022 Vitis Nostra Nero d’Avola
2022 See Saw ‘Invergo’ Syrah (org)
2021 Henschke ‘Keyneton Euphonium’
2021 Juniper ‘Three Fields’ Cabernet Sauvignon
2014 Domaine de Bargylus
Champagne & Sparkling Wines
NV Champagne Fleury Blanc De Noirs (bio)
NV Taittinger Cuvée Prestige Brut Champagne
NV Charles Heidsieck Brut Réserve
NV Egly-Ouriet ‘Les Prémices’ Brut (bio)
NV Ruinart Blanc de Blancs
2014 Paul Bara ‘Grand Millesime’ Grand Cru Brut
2013 Dom Perignon Brut
2013 Perrier-Jouët ‘Belle Epoque’ Brut
NV Champagne Henriot Rosé (org)
NV Ruinart Brut Rosé
NV Dal Zotto Prosecco
MV Clover Hill Exceptionelle Brut
NV Mumm ‘Terroir Series’ Central Otago Blanc de Noirs
NV Domaine Kientzler Crémant d’Alsace Blanc de Blancs (org)
2016 Jansz ‘Vintage Cuvee’ Blanc de Blancs
2023 Patrick Bottex Bugey-Cerdon ‘La Cueille’ Méthode Ancestrale Rosé
2022 Fanny Sabre ‘Cuvée Camille’ Pet-Nat (org)
2021 Mersel ‘Leb Nat Gold’ Viognier & Merwah Pet-Nat (bio)
White Wines
2024 Pooley Riesling (bio)
2024 Kenny Wines ‘Watervale’ Riesling
2023 Grosset ‘Polish Hill’ Riesling (bio)
2017 Clos Clare ‘Watervale’ Riesling
2006 Henschke ‘Julius’ Riesling
2022 Peter Lauer ‘Fass 6’ Trocken Riesling (org)
2022 Joh Jos Prum ‘Wehlener Sonnenuhr’ Kabinett Riesling
2021 Van Volxem GG ‘Schonfels‘ Trocken Riesling
2021 Joh Jos Prum ‘Wehlener Sonnenuhr’ Spätlese Riesling
2019 Sybille Kuntz Spätlese Riesling (bio)
2022 Von Winning ‘Drache‘ Trocken Riesling (bio)
2021 Domaine Achilleé ‘Chrysalide’ (bio)
2023 Charteris Semillon
2023 Vinden ‘Headcase’ Semillon (org)
2017 Charlotte Dalton ‘Love you Love me’ Semillon
2016 Mount Mary ‘Triolet’
2024 Shaw + Smith Sauvignon Blanc (org)
2022 Te Whare Ra Sauvignon Blanc (bio)
2022 J. de Villebois Sancerre Sauvignon Blanc
2022 Pascal Cotat ‘Les Monts Damnés’ Sancerre Sauvignon Blanc
2020 Jonathan Didier Pabiot ‘Léon’ Pouilly Fumé (bio)
2023 Julien Mingot ‘Le Petit Comptoir’ Sauvignon Blanc
2024 Nick Spencer Pinot Gris
2023 Strelley Farm Pinot Gris
2022 Prophet’s Rock Pinot Gris
2022 Meyer-Fonne Pinot Blanc
2023 Elena Walch Pinot Grigio
2023 Marco Felluga ‘Russiz Superiore’ Pinot Grigio
2022 Battistelle ‘Montesei’ Soave Classico Garganega
2023 Bodega Bouza Albarino
2020 Domaine Ratte ‘Nature’ Savagnin (bio)
2023 Christophe Patrice Petit Chablis Chardonnay
2020 Chablisienne ‘La pierrelée’ Chablis Chardonnay
2022 Domaine Jean-Paul & Benoît Droin Chablis Chardonnay
2021 Maison Champy Chablis (org) Chardonnay
2021 Eleni et Edouard Vocoret ‘Le Bas de Chapelot’ Chablis Chardonnay
2022 Pierrick Laroche ‘Les Butteaux’ 1er Cru Chablis Chardonnay
2020 William Fevre ‘Côte Bougerots’ Bougros Grand Cru Chablis Chardonnay
2020 Bertrand Bespoke ‘Field Blend’
2021 Domaine Guiberteau Saumur (org)
2023 Domaine Pichot ‘Coteau de la Biche’ Vouvray (org)
2023 Bruno Lafon ‘Les Fleurs Blanc‘ (org)
2022 Unico Zelo ‘Birdwood’ Fiano
2021 Fiegl Collio Friulano
2022 Guiseppe Quintarelli ‘Bianco Seco’ Garganega Blend
2021 Puro Rofe ‘Blanco’ Listán Blanco Blend (org)
2021 Puro Rofe ‘Testenya’ Listán Blanco Blend (org)
2020 Muchada-Leclapart ‘Elixir’ Palomino & Moscatel (bio)
2020 Muchada-Leclapart ‘Lumiere’ Palomino (bio)
2020 Clos Saouma ‘Inopia’ Côtes-du-Rhône Grenache Blend
2022 Stargazer Chardonnay
2023 Bloody Hill Villages ‘Coldstream’ Chardonnay
2023 Toolangi Chardonnay
2021 Mount Mary Chardonnay
2024 10 Minutes by Tractor ‘10X’ Chardonnay
2023 Shaw + Smith ‘M3’ Chardonnay (org)
2021 Shaw + Smith ‘Lenswood Vineyard’ Chardonnay (org)
2021 Tapanappa ‘Tiers’ Chardonnay
2023 Deep Woods ‘Estate’ Chardonnay
2022 Domaine Naturaliste ‘Floris’ Chardonnay
2022 L.A.S Vino ‘Wildberry Springs’ Chardonnay
2021 Leeuwin Estate ‘Art Series’ Chardonnay
2023 Nanny Goat ‘Queensberry’ Chardonnay (org)
2023 Peregrine Chardonnay (bio)
2020 Henri & Gilles ‘Sous la Velle’ Saint-Romain Chardonnay (bio)
Orange & Rosé
2023 Nanny Goat Cross-breed Skin-Macerated Gewürztraminer Blend
2022 Rameau d’Or Grenache Blend
2023 Collector ‘Shoreline’ Sangiovese
2023 Dirty Rascal Wine co. ‘Throwing Shapes’ (bio)
2021 Domaine L’Anglore ‘Tavel’
2022 Rameau d’Or Grenache Blend
2020 Domaine La Bastide Blanche Mourvèdre Blend (org)
2023 Peregrine Pinot Noir (org)
Red Wines
2023 Shaw + Smith ‘M3’ Chardonnay (org)
2021 Shaw + Smith ‘Lenswood Vineyard’ Chardonnay (org)
2021 Tapanappa ‘Tiers’ Chardonnay
2023 Deep Woods ‘Estate’ Chardonnay
2022 Domaine Naturaliste ‘Floris’ Chardonnay
2022 L.A.S Vino ‘Wildberry Springs’ Chardonnay
2021 Leeuwin Estate ‘Art Series’ Chardonnay
2023 Nanny Goat ‘Queensberry’ Chardonnay (org)
2023 Peregrine Chardonnay (bio)
2020 Henri & Gilles ‘Sous la Velle’ Saint-Romain Chardonnay (bio)
2023 Farr Rising Gamay
2023 Timo Mayer Gamay
2021 Dominique Piron Morgon ‘La Chanaise’ Gamay
2021 François Rousset-Martin Fleurie ‘Barbe’ Gamay VDF (org)
2021 Jean Claude Lapalu Brouilly ‘VV’ Gamay (org)
2022 Moulin de Gassac Pinot Noir
2022 Claus Preisinger Puszta Libre!
2022 Mount Majura Graciano
ask to be served chilled
2022 Troppo Wines ‘Light Red’ Syrah Blend
2022 Castagna ‘Adam’s Rib’ Nebbiolo & Syrah
2020 Clos Cibonne ‘Rouge’ Tibouren & Syrah
2022 Girolamo Russo ‘a Rina’ Nerello Mascalese
2021 Puro Rofe ‘Tinto’ Listán Negro Blend (org)
2021 Puro Rofe ‘Juan Bello’ Listán Negro Blend
2023 Ghost Rock ‘Bonadale’ Pinot Noir
2023 Stargazer Pinot Noir
2022 By Farr ‘RP’ Pinot Noir
2021 Mount Mary Pinot Noir
2022 Ten Minutes by Tractor ‘McCutcheon’ Pinot Noir
2022 Shaw + Smith Pinot Noir (org)
2021 Domaine Ratte ‘Nature’ Savagnin (bio)
2023 Christophe Patrice Petit Chablis Chardonnay
2020 Chablisienne ‘La pierrelée’ Chablis Chardonnay
2022 Domaine Jean-Paul & Benoît Droin Chablis Chardonnay
2021 Maison Champy Chablis (org) Chardonnay
2021 Eleni et Edouard Vocoret ‘Le Bas de Chapelot’ Chablis Chardonnay
2022 Pierrick Laroche ‘Les Butteaux’ 1er Cru Chablis Chardonnay
2020 William Fevre ‘Côte Bougerots’ Bougros Grand Cru Chablis Chardonnay
2020 Bertrand Bespoke ‘Field Blend’
2021 Domaine Guiberteau Saumur (org)
2023 Domaine Pichot ‘Coteau de la Biche’ Vouvray (org)
2023 Bruno Lafon ‘Les Fleurs Blanc‘ (org)
2022 Unico Zelo ‘Birdwood’ Fiano
2021 Fiegl Collio Friulano
2022 Guiseppe Quintarelli ‘Bianco Seco’ Garganega Blend
2021 Puro Rofe ‘Blanco’ Listán Blanco Blend (org)
2021 Puro Rofe ‘Testenya’ Listán Blanco Blend (org)
2020 Muchada-Leclapart ‘Elixir’ Palomino & Moscatel (bio)
2020 Muchada-Leclapart ‘Lumiere’ Palomino (bio)
2020 Clos Saouma ‘Inopia’ Côtes-du-Rhône Grenache Blend
2022 Stargazer Chardonnay
2023 Bloody Hill Villages ‘Coldstream’ Chardonnay
2023 Toolangi Chardonnay
2021 Mount Mary Chardonnay
2024 10 Minutes by Tractor ‘10X’ Chardonnay
Sweet & Fortified Wines
2023 Frogmore Creek ‘Iced’ Riesling
2021 Prophet’s Rock ‘Vin de Paille’ Pinot Gris
2013 Chateau d’Arche Grand Cru Classe Semillon
2017 Royal Tokaji Aszú ‘5 Puttonyos’ Furmint Blend
NV Equipo Navazos ‘I think’ Manzanilla
NV Equipos Navazos ‘La Bota 75’ Palo Cortado
2004 Stanton & Killeen Vintage Fortified
NV Quinta do Noval Tawny
1931 Toro Albalá ‘Convento Seleccion’ Don Pedro Ximènez
Henriques & Henriques ‘Boal’ 10yo
Henriques & Henriques ‘Sercial’ 15yo
Henriques & Henriques ‘Boal’ 1954 Vintage
Spirits
Aperol – Padua, Italy
Amaro Montenegro – Bologna, Italy
Averna – Caltanissetta, Italy
Becherovka – Karlovy Vary, Czech Republic
Braulio – Valtellina, Italy
Broken Bean – Central Coast, Australia
Campari – Milan, Italy
Dolin Dry Vermouth – Chambery, France
Fernet Branca – Milan, Italy
Lillet Blanc Vermouth – Bordeaux, France
Strega Liqueur – Benevento, Italy
Manly Spirits Limoncello – Manly, Australia
Pernod – Bessan, France
Select– Venice, Italy
Stellacello Pompelmo – London, England
Suze – Thuir, France
Tempus Fugit Crème de Banane –Zürich, Switzerland
Tempus Fugit Creme de Cacao – Zürich, Switzerland
Poor Tom’s Imbroglio – Sydney, Australia
H by Hine VSOP – Cognac, France
Courvoisier VSOP – Cognac, France
Delord VSOP 5yo – Armagnac, France
Normandin Mercier Fine Champagne 15yo – Cognac, France
Francois Voyer XO 30yo – Cognac, France
Tesseron Lot 53 XO ‘Perfection’ Grand Champagne – Cognac France
Massenez Poire Williams Eau de Vie – Alsace, France
Chateau Ksara ‘Ksarak’ Arak – Mount Hermon, Lebanon
Massaya Arak – Bekaa Valley, Lebanon
Four Pillars ‘Rare Dry’ – Yarra Valley, Australia
Beefeater 24 – London, England
Archie Rose ‘Signature Dry’ – Sydney. Australia
Poor Tom’s ‘Strawberry’ – Sydney, Australia
Autonomy ‘Peppermint Gum’ – Melbourne, Australia
Four Pillars ‘Bloody Shiraz’ – Yarra Valley, Australia
Four Pillars ‘Olive Leaf’ – Yarra Valley, Australia
Forty Spotted Wild Rose – Hobart, Australia
Hendrick’s – Girvan, Scotland
Tanqueray – Fife, Scotland
Tanqueray No. 10 – Fife, Scotland
Hayman’s Sloe – London, England
Monkey 47 – Black Forest, Germany
Malfy Rosa – Turin, Italy
Roku Gin – Osaka, Japan
Gin Mare – Costa Brava, Spain
Aether – Melbourne, Australia
Haku – Kyushu, Japan
Absolut Elyx – Scania
Ciroc – Maison Villevert, France
Belvedere – Zyrardow, Poland
Grey Goose – Picardy, France
Flor de Cana 4yo White – Chichigalpa, Nicaragua
Bacardi 8yo – Catano, Puerto Rico
Diplomatico Reserva Esclusiva – La Miel, Venezuela
Dark Matter Spiced Rum – Banchory, Scotland
Flor de Cana 7yo Grand – Chichigalpa, Nicaragua
Sailor Jerry Spiced Rum – Virgin Islands, US
Ron Zacapa Centenario 23yo – Zacapa, Guatemala
El Dorado 5 – Georgetown, Guyana
Barsol ‘Pisco ‘Quebranta’ – Valley of Ica, Peru
Yaguara Cachaça – Paraná, Brazil
Orendain Blanco – Jalisco, Mexico
Clase Azul Reposado – Santa Maria, Mexico
Don Julio Blanco – Atotonilco El Alto, Mexico
Don Julia Reposado – Atotonilco El Alto, Mexico
Fortaleza Reposado – Los Abuelos, Mexico
Fortaleza Añejo – Los Abuelos, Mexico
Herradura Añejo– Amatitan, Mexico
Ocho Blanco – Arandas, Mexico
Ilegal Joven – Oaxaca, Mexico
Madre Ensamble Mezcal – Oaxaca, Mexico
Del Maguey Vida Mezcal – Oaxaca, Mexico
Johnny Walker Blue Label – Islay, Scotland
Sweetdram Blend #1– Edinburgh, Scotland
Shackleton – Invergordon, Scotland
Macallan 12yo Double Cask – Moray, Scotland
Glenlivet Founders Reserve – Highlands, Scotland
Glenlivet 12yo – Highlands, Scotland
Glenmorangie 10yo – Highlands, Scotland
Oban 14yo – Highlands, Scotland
Laphroaig 10yo – Islay, Scotland
Talisker 10yo – Isle of Skye
Jack Daniel’s Black Label – Lynchburg, USA
Rittenhouse Rye – Louisville, USA
Sazerac Rye – Frankfort, USA
Four Roses Yellow Label – Kentucky, USA
Eagle Rare 10yo Bourbon – Frankfort, USA
Maker’s Mark – Loretto, USA
Woodford Reserve Bourbon – Versailles, USA
Gospel Solera Rye
Starward ‘Two Fold’ – Melbourne, Australia
Jameson – Midleton, Ireland
Toki – Osaka, Japan
Ichoros ‘Malt & Grain’ – Saitama, Japan
Beer & Cider
Yulli’s Brews x Henrietta’s Alexandria NSW 4.2%
‘Lager of Love’ Lager
Almaza Lebanese Pilsner Beirut LBN 4.2%
Grifter Pale Ale Marrickville NSW 5%
Dangerous Ales ‘Table Beer’ Milton NSW 3.5%
Mid Strength
Yulli’s Brews ‘Margot’ Dry Cider Alexandria NSW 5%
Heap’s Normal XPA Non-Alcoholic Marrickville NSW >0.5%
Soda & Mixers
Coke, Coke Zero, Sprite, Ginger Beer
StrangeLove Soda
Very Mandarin, Lime & Jalapeno, Yuzu, Cloudy Pear & Cinnamon
Sodasmith Tonic
Tonic, Dry Ginger Ale, Grapefruit Soda
Water
Unlimited Sparkling or Still
NOMAD
NOMAD’s spacious Foster Street dining room is built around fire, smoke and produce-driven cooking. The menu takes inspiration from Spain, Morocco and the Middle East, then expresses those influences through Australian ingredients and a confident sharing format. The open kitchen, wood-fired oven and charcoal grill give the warehouse-like room a sense of motion, making a counter seat particularly appealing for diners who enjoy watching a busy service unfold.
House-made charcuterie and warm flatbread are natural starting points, followed by dishes that might combine cannellini-bean hummus with spiced lamb, roast cauliflower with truffle honey, or slow-cooked meat with bright chilli and herb condiments. The olive-oil ice-cream sandwich remains a persuasive reason to save room for dessert. NOMAD is equally suited to a date, a substantial group dinner or a leisurely lunch, helped by generous portions and a wine list that gives sustainable small producers serious attention.
Address: 16 Foster Street, Surry Hills NSW 2010
NOMAD Menu
Snacks
Appellation rock oysters, rhubarb & Champagne mignonette (A)
GF DF
Black eyed pea falafel, shatta, labneh
V
Murray cod mantecato, almond, nori (A)
HP
Half shell WA scallop, guanciale, salted mandarin, salmon roe (A)
GF DF
Kangaroo kibbeh nayeh, smoked aioli, river mint
DF
Mezze
Wood fired flatbread, Persian lime & wattle seed za’atar
DF V HP
NOMAD pickles
DF V HP
NOMAD charcuterie selection
GF
Cannellini bean hummus, spiced lamb, pine nuts
DF HP
Vannella Burrata, green tomato ezme, sorrel
GF HP
Cauliflower blossom, truffle honey, pecorino
GF HP
Yellowfin tuna, preserved lemon, radish top zhoug (A)
DF HP
Woodfire Grill
Golwa SA pippies, charcuterie xo, pan fritto (A)
GF DF
Maremma duck leg dolma, fesenjan, sour cherry
GF DF
Date glazed wagyu tongue, labneh, chilli oil
GF DF
Wood roasted leeks, hazelnut kabsa, kataifi
DF HP V
Woodfire Oven
Spatchcock, harissa, toum, guindilla
GF
Market fish en papillote, walnut & green olive makdous, sea herbs (M)
GF DF HP
Dry aged pork cutlet, woodfired cherry, Kampot pepper
500g CopperTree farm ribeye, cafe de NOMAD, charred greens
H
Milk braised lamb shoulder, chickpea kishk, jalapeno salsa
DF HP
Sides
Butternut squash, vadouvan, macadamia, furikake
GF HP
Cucumber, golden sesame, barberry, chilli crisp
HP
Charcoal roasted carrots, our n’duja, sunflower seed
GF
Ramarro farm leaves, persimmon, sumac vinaigrette
GF DF HP
Batata harra, cashew amba, curry leaf
GF DF HP
Desserts
Olive oil ice cream sandwich, halva, pistachio, honey
HP
Black Forest, garnet plum, sumac
HP GF
Almond sorbet, arak, rockmelon granita
GF
Chocolate coated medjool date, chestnut praline
GF DF V
Express
$95pp for the table to share
Focaccia, Persian lime & wattle seed za’atar
Cannellini bean hummus, spiced lamb, pine nuts
NOMAD charcuterie selection
Cauliflower blossom, truffle honey, pecorino
Spatchcock, harissa, toum, guindilla
*For groups of 2-11 guests to enjoy
Milk braised lamb shoulder, chickpea kishk, jalapeno salsa
**For groups of 12+ guests to enjoy
Ramarro farm leaves, persimmon, sumac vinaigrette
Olive oil ice cream sandwich, halva, pistachio, honey
Feast
$120pp for the table to share
Focaccia, Persian lime & wattle seed za’atar
Cannellini bean hummus, spiced lamb, pine nuts
NOMAD charcuterie selection
Vannella Burrata, green tomato ezme, sorrel
Cauliflower blossom, truffle honey, pecorino
Yellowfin tuna, preserved lemon, radish top zhoug (A)
Spatchcock, harissa, toum, guindilla
*For groups of 2-11 guests to enjoy
Milk braised lamb shoulder, chickpea kishk, jalapeno salsa
**For groups of 12+ guests to enjoy
Cucumber, golden sesame, barberry, chilli crisp
Olive oil ice cream sandwich, halva, pistachio, honey
Experience
$160pp for the table to share
Appellation rock oyster, rhubarb & Champagne mignonette (A)
Murray cod mantecato, almond, nori (A)
Wood fired flatbread, Persian lime & wattle seed za’atar
Cannellini bean hummus, spiced lamb, pine nuts
NOMAD charcuterie selection
Half shell WA scallop, guanciale, salted mandarin, salmon roe (A)
500g CopperTree farm ribeye, cafe de NOMAD, charred greens
Batata harra, cashew amba, curry leaf
Olive oil ice cream sandwich, halva, pistachio, honey
Mezze Lunch
Delve into our seasonal takes on Middle-Eastern inspired dishes, all served within the hour. We’ll have you feeling full and satisfied for just $66, available every day from Wednesday to Sunday.
Flatbread
Roast Carrot Hummus, Aleppo Pepper
Labneh, Candied Chilli
NOMAD Pickles, Mint & Coriander
Zucchini Flower, Moroccan Spices
Grilled Halloumi, Urfa Honey & Curry Leaf
Shish Tawook, Toum & Guindillas
Bullhorn Pepper Dolma, Sweet & Sour Rice
Cucumber, Radish & Pomegranate Salad
Coconut Sorbet, Rockmelon Granita
Truffle Brunch - Snacks
Jamon & Manchego Croquettes, Truffle
Truffle & Three Cheese Manoush
Cauli Blossom, Truffle Honey & Pecorino
Truffle Brunch - To Share
NOMAD Brunch Plate: Lamb Shish, Tunisian Brik Egg, Whipped Ricotta, Saj, Crudités
Meredith Dairy Goat & Leek Börek, Truffle Jus
Ham Hock Sando, Truffle Sabayon, Crisps
Baked Taluca Park Eggs, Grilled Mushroom, Black Lentils
Truffle Brunch - Add-Ons
Tamarind Glazed Bacon
Avocado, Our Za’atar
Wood Roasted Tomatoes
Wood Fired Flatbread, Truffle Za’atar
Truffle Brunch - Something Sweet
Bombolone, Truffle Honey Custard
Chocolate Mont blanc, Smoked Chestnut, Truffle
Burnt Basque Cheesecake, Golden Sesame, Truffle Honey
Quince Clafoutis, Brandy Anglaise, Truffle
Cocktails
Rise & Fall
Four Pillars ‘ Yuzu’ gin, apple, quince vermouth, Prosecco, bergamot bitters
Shot in the Dark
Four Roses bourbon, Black Forest amaro, citrus, Unico Zelo yuzu vermouth
Hot Pink (contains chilli)
Batanga tequila blanco, grapefruit, pepperberry, Applewood ‘Okar’, curacao, citrus
Death in the Valley
Four Pillars ‘Bloody Shiraz’ gin, absinthe, strawberry, hibiscus, sparkling blueberry & native lemongrass
Zahrat Daiquiri
Planteray ‘3 Stars’ white rum, passionfruit marigold, ‘In The Weeds’ herbal liqueur, banana, citrus
The Don (contains nuts, egg)
Gospel rye, Furneaux ‘Flinders Island Peated’, Bunya Nut rum, Madeira, macadamia, pecan
Halva-tini (contains sesame, gluten)
Vanishing Point vodka, Marionette apricot, coconut cold brew, halva foam
Friends of NOMAD
Saison Aperitifs collaboration
Foster Martini
Saison ‘ White Flowers’ vermouth, Vanishing Point vodka, orange bitters
Non-Alcoholic
Kakadu Spritz
Strawberry & hibiscus, blueberry & lemongrass, salted lemonade
Honey Pot (contains almonds, mushroom)
Lyre’s Agave, jalapeño verdita, elderflower, pineapple, citrus
Wildflower Cooler
Non #3, passionfruit marigold, orange blossom, grapefruit
Our Sangria (contains mushroom)
Bynomeans ‘pinot noir’, yuzu, apple, bitter lemon tonic
Yuzu Soda
Yuzu juice, cane sugar, soda
Raspberry Hojicha
Hojicha, raspberry, agave
Beer & Cider
‘ Wanderer’ Pale Ale by NOMAD - 4.5%
Bright brewery ‘Alpine’ Lager - 4.5%
Fontaine ‘ Wiggida Wak’ WC Pilsner - 4.5%
Willie the Boatman ‘Little Legend’ Pale - 3.5%
Slow Lane ‘Conditioned’ Hazy Pale - 5.4%
Slow Lane ‘North East South West’ IPA - 6%
Lobo ‘Trad’ Apple Cider - 4.5%
Ito Surry Hills
Ito is a modern neighbourhood izakaya where Japanese technique and Italian culinary instincts meet naturally. The connection is more thoughtful than novelty-driven: raw seafood, dashi, ponzu and miso may share a plate with pasta-making traditions, brown butter or bottarga. Spread across a warm, restrained Crown Street space, the restaurant feels polished enough for an occasion while retaining the relaxed rhythm of a share-plate dinner.
The menu rewards curiosity. Hiramasa kingfish with wakame, fennel and white ponzu shows the lighter side of the kitchen, while dishes such as seafood ravioli or Wagyu mafaldine explore the deeper overlap between Japanese umami and Italian richness. Vegetables receive the same care as the proteins, and the sake, cocktail and wine choices make it easy to shape either a quick meal or a full evening. Bookings are useful on busy nights, particularly if you want one of the more intimate seats.
Address: 413–415 Crown Street, Surry Hills NSW 2010
Ito Surry Hills Menu
Snacks
Edamame, nori, chilli
Shio kombu bread, seaweed butter
Raw
Sydney rock oysters, tomato vinegar, wasabi (A)
Sashimi, ginger, wasabi (M)
Yellowfin tuna, bonito bread, bottarga (2 pcs) (A)
Hiramasa kingfish, wakame, fennel, white ponzu (A)
Wagyu tartare, shimeji, mushroom emulsion
Small Plates
Jerusalem artichoke chawanmushi, spanner crab (A)
Panko olives, smoked mozzarella, iburigakko (2 pcs)
King prawn, yuzu kosho & chive butter, rice (A)
Wagyu kushiyaki, pickled radish, sansho
Roasted eggplant, tomato miso, whipped tofu
Mains
Spicy sake rigatoni, stracciatella
Shiitake noodles, pecorino, black pepper
Prawn and scallop ravioli, tobiko, chilli ( I )
Koji chicken, kimuchi, goma
Miso Murray cod, rainbow chard, dashi butter (A)
Veal katsu, wasabi salsa verde
Hibachi wagyu, roasted onion, thyme
Sides
Charred broccolini, umami dressing, furikake
Cabbage salad, rocket, ginger
Steamed Koshihikari rice
Lunch Set Menu
LUNCH SET MENU
Wednesday - Friday; Edamame, nori, chilli; Sashimi salad, ginger mustard dressing (M); Cacio e pepe don; Hibachi wagyu, roasted onion, thyme
Banquet Menus
CLASSIC BANQUET
Edamame, nori, chilli; Hiramasa kingfish, wakame, fennel, white ponzu (A); Panko olives, smoked mozzarella, iburigakko; Wagyu kushiyaki, pickled radish, sansho; Shiitake noodles, pecorino, black pepper; Koji chicken, kimuchi, goma; Cabbage salad, rocket, ginger; Coconut taro ice cream mochi
SIGNATURE BANQUET
minimum 2 people; Edamame, nori, chilli; Yellowfin tuna, bonito bread, bottarga (A); Wagyu tartare, shimeji, mushroom emulsion; Roasted eggplant, tomato miso, whipped tofu; Wagyu kushiyaki, pickled radish, sansho; Prawn and scallop ravioli, tobiko, chilli ( I ); Veal katsu, wasabi salsa verde; Steamed Koshihikari rice; Cabbage salad, rocket, ginger; Coconut taro ice cream mochi; Banana & miso mousse, coffee, puffed rice
Banquet Add-Ons
Yellowfin tuna, bonito bread, bottarga (A)
Shio kombu bread, seaweed butter
King prawn, yuzu kosho & chive butter, rice (A)
Upgrade your main to Hibachi wagyu, roasted onion, thyme
Vegan Menu
Edamame, nori, chilli
Tomato salad, tsubu arare, shiso
Shiitake skewer, sansho, chives
Agedashi tofu, green yuzu kosho
Miso eggplant, spicy goma
Teriyaki mushroom don
Desserts
Coconut taro ice cream mochi
+ Choya Uji Green Tea Umeshu 16
Japanese Pastiera, yuzu & fior di latte gelato
+ Heiwa Shuzō Yuzushu 24
Banana & miso mousse, coffee, puffed rice
+ Konoshita Tamagawa ‘Time Machine’ 24
Cocktails
HACHI
Plymouth Gin, Yuzu, Wildflower Honey
MINI NEGRONI
Beefeater Dry Gin, Campari, Antica Formula
ESPRESSO MINI-TINI
Codigo Blanco, Kahlua,Espresso, Honey Malt
KARAI MINI-RITA
Togarashi Chili Olmeca Altos Blanco, Yuzushu, Campari, Lemon, Agave
MINI MARTINI
Absolut Vodka, Dolin Dry Vermouth, Lemon
ESCA SPRITZ
Marionette Plum, Anise Myrtle, Pear Allspice, Prosecco
SHUGO SPRITZ
Elderflower, Shiso, Yuzu, Prosecco
DIRTY MARTINI
Belvedere Vodka, Shio Kombu, Yamahai Sake, Mirin, Olive
HIRAGANA HIGHBALL
Four Pillars ‘Yuzu’, Lychee, Jasmine Soda
KINOKO OLD FASHION
Jameson Black Barrel, Biden Kojo Aged Sake, Mushroom Soy, Nori Salt
YUZU PENICILLIN
Ardbeg 10yr Scotch, Yuzushu, Ginger, Lemon
MATCHA STRAWBERRY
Beefeater Dry Gin, Matcha, Coconut, Vanilla, Strawberry, Lemon, Whites
TOKYO BLUSH
Absolut Vodka, Dokan Umeshu, Merlet Crème de Fraise, Strawberry, Lemon, Whites
KARAI MARGARITA
Togarashi Chili Olmeca Altos Blanco, Yuzushu, Campari, Lemon, Agave
MIYAZAKI
Hennessy V.S, Merlet Apricot Brandy, Umeshu, Lemon
DANRO SOUR
Havana Club Anejo Especial, Umenoyado Aragoshi Pineapple, Star Anise, Lemon, Whites
Teas
SILVER JASMINE XIAOWANG Zhejiang, Ch
SENCHA MINAMI YAMASHIRO-MURA Kyoto, Jp
HOJICHA KIRISHIMA-SHI Kagoshima-Ken, Jp
Non-Alcoholic Cocktails
KARAI ZERO
Sammy Piquant ‘The Oaxacan’, Chili, Agave, Yuzu Juice
GARIBALDINI
Orange Aperitivo, Fluffy Orange Juice
SILENT SPRITZ
Sammy Piquant ‘The Jetsetter’, Orange Bitters, Mandarin Soda
PEACH ICED TEA
Assam Tea, Peach, Lemon
ICED STRAWBERRY MATCHA
Ceremonial-Grade Matcha, Coconut, Strawberry
Beer & Cider
ASAHI SUPER DRY ( draught ) Tokyo, Jp 5%
KIRIN ICHIBAN Tokyo, Jp 5%
YULLI’S ‘CLARENCE’ HAZY PALE ALE Alexandria, NSW 4.5%
COEDO BENIAKA AMBER ALE Higashi Matsuyama, Jp 5%
PREMIUM 8 LYCHEE CIDER Murrumbateman, NSW 8%
HEAPS NORMAL XPA NON-ALCOHOLIC Canberra, ACT >0.5%
Sodas & Water
STRANGELOVE YUZU SODA
STRANGELOVE CLOUDY PEAR
COCA COLA, COKE ZERO, SPRITE, GINGER ALE
SAN PELLEGRINO SPARKLING WATER
ACQUA PANNA MINERAL WATER
By the Glass - Sparkling & Champagne
MV Clover Hill ‘Exceptionelle’ Pipers River, TAS
NV Taittinger ‘Prestige Brut’ Reims, Fr
By the Glass - White
2024 Bourke & Travers ‘Polish Hill River’ Riesling Clare Valley, SA
2025 Optimiste Semillon Mudgee, NSW
2024 Inama Vin Soave Garganega Veneto, It
2024 Neudorf ‘Tiritiri’ Pinot Gris Nelson, NZ
2023 Domaine d’Elise ‘Petit Chablis’ Chardonnay Chablis, Fr
By the Glass - Orange & Rosé
2023 Unico Zelo ‘Esoterico’ Gewurztraminer Riverland, SA
2023 L’Olibet, Grenache/Cinsault Languedoc, Fr
By the Glass - Red
2025 Te Mata Gamay Hawkes Bay, NZ chilled
2024 ESCA x Nanny Goat Pinot Noir Central Otago, NZ
2023 La Bastide Saint-Vincent Grenache/Syrah/Mourvèdre Rhône Valley, Fr
2024 Podere Frontino Montepulciano d’Abruzzo Abruzzo, It
2024 Yelland & Papps Shiraz Barossa Valley, SA
Bottles - Sparkling & Champagne
NV Dal Zotto ‘Pucino’ Prosecco King Valley, VIC
NV Chandon Rose Yarra Valley, VIC
MV Clover Hill ‘Exceptionelle’ Pipers River, TAS
NV Taittinger ‘Prestige Brut’ Reims, Fr
NV Ruinart ‘Blanc de Blancs’ Reims, Fr
2015 Dom Pérignon Épernay, Fr
Bottles - White
2025 Alkoomi ‘Grazing’ Riesling Frankland River, WA
2024 Bourke & Travers ‘Polish Hill’ Riesling Clare Valley, SA
2025 Henschke ‘Julius’ Riesling Eden Valley, SA
2025 The Other Wine Co Pinot Gris Adelaide Hills, SA
2024 Neudorf ‘Tiritiri’ Pinot Gris Nelson, NZ
2022 Ronco del Gelso ‘Sot Lis Rivis’ Pinot Grigio Friuli, It
2025 Optimiste Semillon Mudgee, NSW
2025 Moss Wood ‘Amy’s Cuvée Blanc’ Semillon/Sauvignon Blanc Margaret River, WA
2024 The Pawn El Desperado Sauvignon Blanc Adelaide Hills, SA
2024 Inama ‘Soave Classico’ Garganega Veneto, It
2024 Gini 'Soave Classico' Garganega Veneto, It
2024 I Clivi ‘San Pietro’ Friulano Friuli, It
2022 Tenuta Terraviva Ekwo Pecorino Abruzzo, It
2024 Renzo Seghesio Roero Arneis Piedmont, It
2024 River Sand Fiano Riverland, SA
2024 Frankland Estate Gruner Veltliner Frankland River, WA
2025 Aphelion ‘Welkin’ Chenin Blanc McLaren Vale, SA
2024 MMAD Chenin Blanc Adelaide Hills, SA
2023 Domaine d'Elise ‘Petit Chablis' Chardonnay Chablis, Fr
2024 Louis Bordet Chablis Chardonnay Chablis, Fr
2022 Domaine Droin ‘Montmains' 1er Cru Chardonnay Chablis, Fr
2024 Bruno Lafon ‘CCollette’ Chardonnay Languedoc, Fr.
2024 Onannon Chardonnay Mornington Peninsula, VIC
2024 Stonier Chardonnay Mornington Peninsula, VIC
2017 Shaw + Smith ‘M3’ Chardonnay Adelaide Hills, SA
2021 Roux Père & Fils ‘Champtirant’ Saint Aubin Chardonnay Burgundy, Fr
Bottles - Orange & Rosé
2023 Unico Zelo ‘Esoterico’ Gewurtztraminer Riverland, SA
2023 Usher Tinkler ‘Death by Semillon’ Semillon Hunter Valley, NSW
2025 Fin ‘Skins’ Reisling/Vermentino Yarra Valley, VIC
2023 Nanny Goat ‘Crossbreed’ Gewurtztraminer Central Otago, NZ
2025 Brash Higgins ‘ZBO’ Zibibbo/Amphora McLaren Vale, SA
2023 L’Olibet Languedoc, Fr
2024 Timo Mayer 'Bloody Hill Villages' Yarra Valley, VIC
2024 Minuty ‘M de Minuty’ Côtes-de-Provence, Fr
2023 Domaine Vico 'Bois de Cerf' Corsica, Fr.
2021 Fattoria Al Fiore ‘Ohno Field Blend’ Miyagi Prefecture, Jp
Bottles - Red
2025 Te Mata Gamay Hawke’s Bay, NZ chilled
2022 Joseph Drouhin ‘Laforêt’ Bourgogne Rouge Pinot Noir Burgundy, Fr
2025 ‘YAY!’ Pinot Noir Yarra Valley, VIC
2023 Shaw + Smith Pinot Noir Adelaide Hills, SA
2022 Alessandro Salvano ‘Drink Wine Not Labels’ Pinot Noir Langhe, It
2024 ESCA x Nanny Goat Pinot Noir Central Otago, NZ
2024 Felton Road ‘Bannockburn’ Pinot Noir Central Otago, NZ
2025 Gullyview Estate ‘The Fruitful’ Grenache Clare Valley, SA chilled
2023 La Bastide Saint-Vincent Grenache/Syrah/Mourvèdre Rhône Valley, Fr
2022 Côtes du Rhône Rouge Les Claux Grenache/Syrah/Mourvèdre Southern Rhône, Fr
2021 Rotem et Mounir Saouma ‘Inopia’ Grenache/Syrah Southern Rhône, Fr
2023 Audrey Wilkinson Shiraz Hunter Valley, NSW
2024 Yelland & Papps Shiraz Barossa Valley, SA
2022 By Farr Shiraz Geelong, VIC
2021 Stonegarden Cabernet Sauvignon Eden Valley, SA
2024 Trediberri Langhe Rosso Nebbiolo Piedmont, It
2024 G.D. Vajra Langhe Nebbiolo Piedmont, It
2023 Mauro Molino Langhe Rosso Nebbiolo Piedmont, It
2024 Podere Frontino Montepulciano d’Abruzzo Abruzzo, It
2023 Fiore Nero Chianti Toscana, It
2024 COS Frappato Sicily, It.
2024 Girolamo Russo 'A Rina' Nerello Mascalese Sicily, It
2022 Marina Coppi Sant'Andrea Barbera Lombardy, It
2023 Bruno Rocco ‘Trifolé’ Dolcetto d’Alba Piedmont, It
Sweet Wines
2024 Frogmore Creek ‘Iced Riesling’ Coal River Valley, TAS
Sake Flights
FLORAL & PURE
Focused on the fragrant and fruit-driven styles of Ginjo sake, this flight showcases the more delicate nature of these highly polished rice varieties
EARTHY & UMAMI
Traversing the more savoury dimensions of sake the Junmai flight highlights the array of umami notes from the coarser polished varieties
SWEET & FRUITY
Bright and sweet, this selection of sake exhibits the ever-popular infusion of seasonal fruit with sake, produced by some of the top breweries in the country
Floral & Pure Sake
Kinoshita Shuzō ‘Ice Breaker’ - Junmai Ginjo Kyoto, Jp
Nihonbare 60%; Off-dry fruity mouthfeel, hints of aniseed and melon and fine refreshing acidity.
Chikuma Nishiki 'Kizan Sanban’ - Junmai Ginjo Nagano, Jp
Miyama Nishiki 55%; Refreshing acidity creates a smooth rounded palate with flavours of apple, aniseed, rich, round palate and balanced acidity, with a very ‘Ginjo’ aromatic intensity.
Miyoshino Jozo 'Hanatomoe Yamahai’ - Junmai Yamahai Nara , Jp
Multi-Rice Blend 70%; High acidity and great structure. A dense richness on the palate, with spice, stone fruit and a balanced powerful acidic backbone.
Earthy & Umami Sake
Kinoshita Tamagawa ‘Tokubetsu’ - Junmai Kyoto, Jp
Gohyakumangoku 65%; This sake shows a nutty, savoury nose. Medium-bodied on the palate with a fine bright acidity and tannin-like finish.
Uehara Shuzō ‘Furosen’ - Junmai Ginjo Shiga, Jp
Kameno-O 55%; Made using an ancient table rice variety, producing a ripe Ginjo with robust and balanced savoury characters. Medium bodied with expressions of miso caramel, sesame, clove and lifted aromas of tonka bean and plantain banana.
Akishika Shuzō ‘Kobo #7’- Junmai (Served Warm Optional) Osaka, Jp
Yamadanishiki 70%; A specialty sake brewed in 2015 and aged at the brewery for 7 years prior to release. Complex and rich in character with honeyed notes, spiced nuts and an elegant savoury finish.
Sweet Fruit Sake
CHOYA UJI GREEN TEA UMESHU
Umeshu cold-brewed with green tea from the Uji region in Kyoto. Elegant taste with a relaxing aroma.
KIKUSUI ARAGOSHI MOMOSHU
Sake mixed with ripe white peaches. Easy drinking with delicate sweetness and full-bodied texture.
OTA SHUZŌ ‘DOKAN’ UMESHU
Sake infused with ume fruit, ume paste, and sugar. Sweet and tart character on the palate with a full body and refreshing acidic finish.
HEIWA SHUZŌ YUZUSHU
One year old Junmai Sake mixed with yuzu juice in a 1:1 ratio. Fresh yuzu aroma with a zest body and sweet and fresh fruit finish.
AKISHIKA 'PRESSED MOTO'
Aromas of pear, apple, elderflower, and rice bran lead into a palate that is gently sweet with refreshing acidity reminiscent of green apple.
Whiskey - North American
Makers Mark Kentucky
Jim Beam Rye Kentucky
Sazerac Rye Kentucky
Knob Creek 9yr Kentucky
Whiskey - Scotch
Chivas 12yr Speyside
Glenlivet Founder’s Speyside
Talisker 10yr Isle of Skye
Glenmorangie 12yr Highlands
Ardbeg 10yr Islay
Glenfarclas 15yr Speyside
Whiskey - International
Suntory Toki Japan
Fuji Single Blended Japan
Mars Maltage Cosmo Japan
Nikka Barrel Japan
Yamazaki ‘Distillers’ Japan
Starward Nova Australia
Gospel Solera Rya Australia
Morris Single Malt Australia
Jameson Ireland
Jameson Black Barrel Ireland
Redbreast 12yr Ireland
Vodka
Absolut Sweden
Haku Japan
Nikka Coffey Japan
Belvedere Poland
Belvedere 10 Poland
Gin
Beefeater London Dry England
Suntory Roku Japan
Nikka Coffey Japan
Ki No Bi Japan
Four Pillars ‘Rare Dry’ Australia
Four Pillars ‘Yuzu’ Australia
Four Pillars ‘Olive’ Australia
Four Pillars ‘Shiraz’ Australia
Monkey47 Germany
Hendricks Scotland
Plymouth England
Agave
Ilegal Mezcal
Del Maguey Vida Mezcal
Olmeca Altos Plata Blanco
Fletcha Azul Blanco
Fortaleza Blanco
Codigo Blanco
Olmeca Altos Reposado
Fortaleza Reposado
Claze Azul Reposado
Rum
Havana Club Anejo 3yr Cuba
Havana Club Especial Cuba
El Dorado 8yr Guyana
El Dorado 12yr Guyana
Germana Cachaca Brazil
Brandy
Hennessy VS France
Martell VSOP France
Hennessy VSOP France
Barsol Pisco Acholado Peru
Digestivo
Scarlet Menta Japan
Autonomy Davo Plum Australia
Poor Tom’s Imbroglio Australia
ESCA x Marionette Plum Australia
Montenegro Amaro Italy
Fernet Branca Italy
Averna Amaro Italy
Poly
Poly sits at the ground level of Paramount House, combining the looseness of a neighbourhood wine bar with the technique of a serious restaurant. Its kitchen is powered by fire, and the compact menu uses smoke, fermentation, acidity and texture to make small plates feel complete rather than incidental. The room is warm and unfussy, with counter and communal seating encouraging the kind of spontaneous ordering that suits a second glass of wine.
The signature fried potato with salted egg yolk and chives captures Poly’s style: familiar in outline, exacting in execution and intensely savoury. Depending on the season, the menu may move through tartare, smoked vegetables, shellfish and carefully grilled meats, all arranged for sharing. The wine list focuses on organic and biodynamic producers and is a central part of the experience, but knowledgeable service keeps it approachable. Come for a full dinner or use the aperitivo window for drinks and a few sharply conceived snacks.
Address: 74–76 Commonwealth Street, Surry Hills NSW 2010
Poly Menu
Friday Lunch
PLATE OF HOUSE MADE PICKLES
CRISPY ONION RING
PICKLED MUSSELS
PORCINI RUBBED WAGYU CHUCK
per 100g sandwich
PORK BELLY GOCHUJANG GLAZE
NATIVE JERK CHICKEN THIGHS
SMOKED PORK SAUSAGE
MIXED GRILL & SIDES
feeds two
RED SAUCE
GREEN SAUCE
WHITE SAUCE
ALL THREE SAUCES
CRISPY FRIED POTATO
MISO BRAISED SNAKE BEANS
GRILLED CORN GRATIN
BUTTERED RICE
A CUP OF BROTH OR GRAVY
MILK BUNS
ea
CHOCOLATE MOUSSE
PASSIONFRUIT MERINGUE TART
HOUSE SODAS
COLA | FIGLEAF | LEMON MYRTLE | GINGER
Chefs Menu
chefs menu $95 per person
add sydney rock oyster
+ $8/44
AP fenugreek sourdough • whipped sesame
ox heart tomato • jalapeños • black garlic
native jerk spiced bbq prawn
pineapple glazed pork neck • lardo
upgrade to scotch fillet steak
$30pp (min 2 pax)
twice cooked dirty rice
mixed leaves salad • honey mustard dressing
add comte cheese tart
+ $22
Starters
BEETROOT
Appetizers
BRILLAT SAVARIN
Vegetables
CELERY CAESAR
Featured Items
GRILLED GARLIC BREAD
Seasonal Appetizers
CALAMARI SKEWER
Featured
GRILLED OYSTER
Hot Bites
DUCK CIGAR
Shared Plates
NATURAL OYSTER
Cheese
Vegetarian Friendly
COMTÉ
Main
SALT AND VINEGAR HAYSTACK
ONION
QUAIL TEA EGGS
TUNA BELLY ON TOAST
YABBIES
BLOOD PIE
LAMB RACK
SALT BAKED POTATO
TULUMBI AND CHANTILLY CREAM
DUCK FAT CARAMELS
Desserts
DONUT
QUEEN OF PUDDINGS
Soft Drinks
Poly Lemon Lime Husk Cordial, Bitters, Surry Hills Sydney
Poly Lemon Myrtle & Kumquat Soda Surry Hills Sydney
Poly Ginger Soda Surry Hills Sydney
Poly Apple Soda Surry Hills Sydney
Fever Tree Mediterranean Tonic, Somerset England
Cocktails
Sunny Libation
Poly Martini
tanqueray gin, dolin dry vermouth, pickled fennel
Northern Lights
R&R
raspberry, rose petal, cara cara orange, sherbet
Smoke & Skins
toki suntory, laphroaig, smoked grape, shiso, citrus
Pear & Tonic
tromba tequila, pear liqueur, jasmine, coconut whey, citrus
Teramo Spritz
elderflower, sorrel, celery, citrus, EVOO, vanilla
Sage Advice
campari, antica formula, sparkling wine, strawberry, sage
Sake
Mioya Shuzo Yuho 55 '22, Ishikawa Japan
Junmai Muroka Nama Genshu. Rice: Yamada Nishiki & Miyama Nishiki
Chochin Shuzo Shinbunshi 60 '22, Aichi Japan
Junmai Muroka Nama Genshu. Rice: Yamada Nisiki
Mukai Shuzo Uranagi '22, Kyoto Japan
Junmai Ginjo Muroka Nama Genshu. Rice: Koshi Hikari
Uehara Shuzo Soma No Tengu Nigori '23, Shiga Japan
Junmai Ginjo Muroka Nama Genshu. Rice: Yamada Nisiki
Miwasakura Shuzo Omusubi '21, Hiroshima Japan
Junmai Kimoto Nama Genshu. Rice: Hattan Nishiki
Ota Shuzo Ume Shu '20, Shiga Japan
Heiwa Shuzo Yuzu Shu '20, Wakayama Japan
Beer
Wildflower Organic Sour Ale 275ml Marrickville Sydney
Moon Dog Lager 330ml Abbotsford Victoria
Mountain Culture Hazy Pale Ale Status Quo 375ml Katoomba Sydney
The Grifter Big Sur Indian Pale Ale 375ml Marrickville Sydney
Heaps Normal No Alcohol XPA Dandenong Victoria
Bottle Beer
Wildflower Ambrosia Amaro Negroni Sour Ale 750ml Marrickville Sydney
Wildflower St Henry Apricot Sour Ale 750ml Marrickville Sydney
Cider
Manon Apple Pear Quince APQ '21, 750ml Adelaide Hills South Australia
Firedoor
Firedoor is defined by a complete commitment to cooking with wood fire. There is no gas or electricity in the kitchen’s cooking equipment; instead, ovens, grills and a hearth are matched to different ingredients and types of wood. The result is not simply smoky food. Chef-owner Lennox Hastie’s approach uses flame, embers and residual heat to draw out sweetness, deepen savoury flavours and add exceptionally fine control to a daily changing menu.
Seasonality makes every visit slightly different, with seafood, vegetables and carefully sourced meat treated according to what suits them rather than forced into fixed signatures. Dry-aged beef may be the famous drawcard, but the quieter dishes often reveal the kitchen’s skill just as clearly. The open kitchen turns dinner into absorbing theatre, while the structured chef’s menu makes Firedoor best suited to diners happy to surrender some decisions. It is a considered, premium experience, so allow time and book well ahead.
Address: 23–33 Mary Street, Surry Hills NSW 2010
Firedoor Menu
Chef’s Dinner Menu
SAMPLE $235 SIX-COURSE SET MENU
tataki, beetroot, plum
shady’s woodfired bread, smoked butter, toasted barley
charred cos, zucchini, smoked buttermilk, trout roe
bundarra pork, burnt honey, fennel, peach
coral trout, monterosa tomato, caper, pil-pil
westholme rib eye, woodfired potato, black garlic
grilled rhubarb, strawberries and cream
Wine Pairings
Classic
Chef’s Lunch Menu
Chef's Lunch Menu $155
shady’s woodfired bread
barramundi, cucumber, tomato, pil-pil
westholme rib eye, grilled peppers, pickled eschalot salad
strawberries, rhubarb & cream
Beer & Cider
firedoor x sydney brewery, bbq brew
lager, draught | 4.7% | rozelle, nsw
mountain culture, three fiddy
mid strength | 3.5% | katoomba, nsw
lord nelson, three sheets
pale ale | 4.9% | the rocks, nsw
two metre tall, huon
wild farmhouse cider | 7.1% (375ml) | hayes, tas
matso’s
ginger beer | 3.5% | broome & sunshine coast, wa | qld
heaps normal, another lager
<0.5% | marrickville, nsw
Vermouth & Aperitif
On the rocks, with soda
saison aperitifs, white flowers
melbourne, vic
saison aperitifs, fallen quinces
melbourne, vic
scarlet, bitter liqueur
kanagawa, japan
økar bitter
adelaide hills, sa
ester, alternativo aperitivo
marrickville, nsw
partida creus, muz
catalonia, spain
Sake
houraisen, bi
aichii, japan | junmai | daiginjo
terada honke, gonin masamune kameno-o
chiba, japan | junmai | kimoto | muroka | nama | genshu
fukuju
hyogo, japan | junmai | roka
Wines by the Glass - Sparkling
nv daosa, natural réserve
chardonnay, pinot noir, pinot meunier | piccadilly valley, sa
nv gosset, extra brut
chardonnay, pinot noir, pinot meunier | champagne, france
nv girard-bonnet, g. cru, a mi-chemin
chardonnay | mesnil sur oger, champagne, france
Wines by the Glass - White
2025 haddow & dineen, sehnsucht
riesling | coal river valley, tas
2023 marjan simcic
pinot grigio | brda, slovenia
2023 ch. fontaine - audon, terres de silex
sauvignon blanc | sancerre, loire, france
2024 sierra de tolono
viura | rioja, spain
2023 polperro
chardonnay | mornington peninsula, vic
2023 dom. schaller, vaucopin
chardonnay | 1er cru chablis, burgundy, france
Wines by the Glass - Macerated
2023 lurji bani
rkatsiteli | kakheti, georgia
2024 amrit by avani
pinot gris | mornington peninsula, vic
Wines by the Glass - Rosé
2024 gai’a, 4-6h
agiorgitiko | nemea, greece
2023 cobaw ridge, il pinko
syrah | macedon ranges, vic
Wines by the Glass - Red
2024 good intentions, relatively red
shiraz | mount gambier, sa (chilled)
2020 bicknell, applecross
pinot noir | yarra valley, vic
2022 alice bonaccorsi x gdm
nerello mascalese | sicily, italy
2020 michael hall, flaxman’s valley
shiraz | adelaide hills, sa (1500ml)
2019 podere ruggeri corsini, bussia cru
nebbiolo | monforte d’alba, barolo, italy (120ml)
Sparkling & Champagne
bellebonne, bis, blanc
chardonnay | pipers brook, tas
vinteloper, mt
pinot noir, chardonnay | adelaide hills, sa
mount majura, the silurian
chardonnay, pinot noir | canberra district, act
fabien brutout, le facteur su’l velo, brut nature
chenin blanc | loire valley, france
daosa, blanc de blancs
chardonnay | piccadilly valley, sa
grace wines, serena
chardonnay, koshu | yamanashi, japan
topper’s mountain, rosé, extra brut
nebbiolo | new england, nsw
geoffroy, terre millésime, extra brut
chardonnay, pinot noir and blanc | azalée
vincent couche, sensation desg. tardif, brut nature
pinot noir, chardonnay | aube
fleury, blanc de noirs
pinot noir | cote des bars
cedric bouchard, roses de jeanne cote de val vilaine
pinot noir | aube
larmandier-bernier, rosé de saignée, premier cru
pinot noir, pinot gris | vertus
laherte frères, rosé de meunier, extra brut
pinot meunier | épernay
White Wine
wellington & wolfe, eylandt, off dry
riesling | pipers river, tas
even keel
pinot gris | mornington peninsula, vic
la rogerie
riesling | village, alsace, france
henschke, julius
riesling | eden valley, sa
marcel deiss, mambourg
pinot: gris, blanc, noir, meunier | grand cru, alsace, france
ossa
grüner veltliner | east coast, tas
chalou
sauvignon blanc | orange, nsw
thomas wines, the o.c.
semillon | hunter valley, nsw
sabi wabi, sugi
semillon | hunter valley, nsw
jasper hill, lo stesso
fiano | heathcote, vic
c. tschida, himmel auf erden
grüner veltliner, sauvignon blanc | burgenland, austria
forjas del salnes, leirana
albarino | rías baixas, spain
clotilde davenne
sauvignon blanc | saint-bris, burgundy, france
clemens busch, trocken
riesling | mosel, germany
vinteloper, odeon
riesling | watervale, clare valley, sa
crawford river
riesling | henty, vic
emrich-schönleber, halenberg großes gewächs
riesling | nahe, germany
Macerated
momento mori, fistful of flowers
moscato giallo, vermentino | heathcote, vic
ampeleia, bianco
trebbiano, malvasia, grecanico, ansonica | tuscany, italy
cosmic via x fora
macabeu | penèdes, spain
dom. kreydenweiss, moenchberg
pinot gris | grand cru, alsace, france
radikon, sivi
pinot grigio | venezia giulia, italy
josko gravner
ribolla gialla | friuli-venezia giulia, italy
paolo bea, arboreus
trebbiano spoletino | umbria, italy
Rosé
domenica, rose
nebbiolo | beechworth, vic
lvdo, clarendon
syrah | mclaren vale, sa
plantamura
primitivo | puglia, italy
dom. clos d'alari
cinsault, grenache, mourvedre, syrah | provence, france
dom. tempier
mourvèdre, grenache, cinsault | bandol, provence, france
clos cibonne, tradition
tibouren, grenache | cru classé, provence, france
mark angeli, rose d’un jour, off-dry
grolleau gris | loire, france
gut oggau, cecilia
gemischter satz (field blend) | burgenland, austria
Pinot Noir & Gamay
Lighter Bodied
dom. mittnacht, tandem
pinot gris & noir | alsace, france (chilled)
thick as thieves, plump
pinot noir | yarra valley, vic
swinging bridge, maw
pinot noir | orange, nsw
hochkirch, maximus
pinot noir | henty, vic
gembrook hill estate
pinot noir | yarra valley, vic (1500ml)
michael hall, lens wood
pinot noir | adelaide hills, sa
dom. de saint pierre
poulsard | arbois, jura, france
elisabetta foradori
teroldego | trentino, italy
sorrenberg
gamay | beechworth, vic
Grenache, Cabernets & Fruit-Forward
clos saoma, omnia
grenache blend | châteauneuf-du-pape, france
stéphane usseglio, fragments
grenache, syrah | châteauneuf-du-pape, france
terre à terre, crayères
cabernet franc | wrattonbully, sa
magellan, terre de l’elu, old vine
cabernet franc | loire valley, france
wendouree
cabernet sauvignon | clare valley, sa
cullen wines, diana madeline
cabernets blend | margaret river, wa
clonakilla, ceoltóiri
mataro, grenache, shiraz | canberra district, act
olivier rivière, ganko
garnacha, mazuelo | rioja, spain
alkina, old quarter
grenache, shiraz, mataro | barossa valley, sa
sottimano, bric del salto
dolcetto | alba, piedmont, italy
Fresh, Crunchy / Dark, Juicy
viticola mentridana, las uvas de la ira
garnacha | madrid, spain
comando g, villanueva
garnacha | sierra de gredos, ávila, spain
aòri
kotsifali | crete, greece
la visciola, priore ju lattaro
cesanese | lazio, italy
canobolas wines
cabernet sauvignon | orange, nsw
yangarra, hickinbotham, clarendon
grenache | mclaren vale, sa
challao, angelita
garnacha, manzuelo, viura | rioja, spain
frank cornellissen, munjebel
nerello mascalese | etna, sicily, italy
Syrah & Shiraz
SYRAH (SHIRAZ)
ossa
syrah | east coast, tas
mullineaux, shist
syrah | swartland, south africa
marc sorrel, le greal
syrah | hermitage, rhône valley, france
jean luc jamet, les terrasses
syrah | côte rôtie, rhône valley, france
shaw + smith, balhannah
shiraz | adelaide hills, sa
ravensworth
shiraz, viognier | marrumbateman, nsw (1500ml)
wendouree
shiraz, mataro | clare valley, sa
izway, don
shiraz | barossa valley, sa
jasper hill, georgia's paddock
shiraz | heathcote, vic
sami-odi, xiv
syrah | barossa valley, sa
Sangiovese
vinea marson
sangiovese | heathcote, vic
jurij fiore & figlia, chianti classico, sono così
sangiovese | lamole, tuscany, italy
bakkanali, rosso
sangiovese | tuscany, italy
la fornace
sangiovese | rosso di montalcino, tuscany italy
valdicava
sangiovese | brunello di montalcino, tuscany, italy
Nebbiolo
m&j becker
nebbiolo | hilltops , nsw
anna maria abbona, langhe
nebbiolo | piedmont, italy
giacomo marchiori, spanna
nebbiolo | piedmont, italy
antichi vigneti di cantalupo, anno primo
nebbiolo | ghemme, piedmont, italy
elio grasso, vigna gavarini chiniera
nebbiolo | ginestra, barolo, italy
pio cesare, ornato
nebbiolo | serralunga d’alba, barolo, piedmont, italy
paitin, serraboella
nebbiolo | barbaresco, piedmont, italy
fletcher, starderi
nebbiolo | barbaresco, piedmont. italy
Dessert & Fortified
symphonia, royal
petit manseng | king valley, vic (500ml)
kracher, red roses, beerenauslese
rosenmuskateller | burgenland, austria (375ml)
emmerich knoll, auslese
grüner veltliner | wachau, austria (500ml)
henschke, noble rot
semillon | eden valley, vic (375ml)
chateau d‘arche
semillon, sauvignon blanc | sauternes, bordeaux, france (750ml)
toro albalá, don px gran reserva
pedro ximénez | montillas-moriles, spain (375ml)
inkwell, dark star
zinfandel | mclaren vale, sa (375ml)
topper’s mountain
touriga nacional | new england, nsw (500ml)
Digestifs
unico zelo ‘cello’ limoncello
gumeracha, sa
autonomy, lemon myrtle amaro
melbourne, vic
saison aperitifs, artichoke amaro
melbourne, vic
ischia sapori, rucolino
ischia, italy
saison aperitifs, rabarbaro amaro
melbourne, vic
montenegro
bologna, italy
fernet branca
milan, italy
colazingari, ratafia ciociara
lazio, italy
Dry-Age Accompaniment
Combinations to surprise, delight and provoke great conversation.
lunaria, coste di moro, riserva
montepulciano | abruzzo, italy
casarena, naoki
malbec | mendoza, argentina
wendouree
malbec | clare valley, sa
paolo bea, pagliaro
sagrantino | umbria, italy
mr. barval, riserva
cabernet sauvignon | margaret river, wa
mount mary, quintet
cabernets, merlot, malbec, petit verdot | yarra valley, vic
henschke, keyneton euphonium
shiraz, cabernets, merlot | barossa valley, sa
domaine de trévallon, rouge
cabernet sauvignon, syrah | provence, france
lake’s folly
cabernets blend | hunter valley, nsw
duckhorn, the discussion
cabernet sauvignon | napa valley, usa
domaine a, stoney vineyard
cabernet sauvignon | coal river, tas
château lafleur à pomerol
merlot, cabernet franc | pomerol, bordeaux, france
quintarelli giuseppe, alzero
cabernets, merlot | veneto, italy
Bourbon & Rye
bulleit rye
kentucky, usa
buffalo trace, bourbon
kentucky, usa
high west american prairie, bourbon
utah, usa
kings county, peated bourbon
new york, usa
Irish & Scottish Whisky
greenspot, irish whiskey
cork, ireland
johnnie walker, black label
edinburgh, scotland
bladnoch, samsara
lowlands, scotland
talisker10
islay, scotland
the arran, sherry cask strength
islay, scotland
bruichladdich, classic laddie
islay, scotland
bruichladdich, octomore14.1
islay, scotland
kilchoman, machirbay
islay, scotland
Australian Whisky
hellyersroaddoublecask
burnie, tas
backwood, whiteoaksinglemalt
yackandanah, vic
backwoodsryewhisky
yackandandah, vic
nosferatu, rye+corn
bowenhills, qld
starward, two-fold
port melbourne, vic
starward, peated
port melbourne, vic
capebyron, mac. liqueurcask
byronbay, nsw
dumangin, starwardchampagnecask
bottled in champagne, france | port melbourne, vic
lark classic cask
hobart, tas
Gin
ester, dry
marrickville, nsw
tanqueray
edinburgh, scotland
archierose, straightcut
rosebery, nsw
fourpillars, raredry
yarra valley, vic
fourpillars, bloody shiraz
yarra valley, vic
melbournegincompany, drygin
glenbrook, vic
martinmillers, westbourne
birmingham, england
sevenseasons, green ant
barossavalley, sa
nevernever, tripplejuniper
mclarenvale, sa
nevernever, oyster shell
mclarenvale, sa
ester, clearcut
marrickville, nsw
Vodka
ketel one
schiedam, netherlands
archierose, truecut
rosebary, nsw
Rum
archierose, australianwhite cane
rosebury, nsw
inner circle, navy strength
eagleby, qld
ron zacapa, 23 solera gran reserva
guatemala
diplomatico, planas
venezuela
diplomatico, mantuano dark rum
venezuela
Agave
tromba, blanco
jalisco, mexico
donfulano, blanco
jalisco, mexico
la gritona, reposado
jalisco, mexico
paladar, reposado
jalisco, mexico
del magueyvidamezcal
oaxaca, mexico
Brandy, Armagnac & Cognac
tinyfriday, gorditopisco
adelaidehills, sa
stremysignature
machecoul, france
23rdst, notyournonnas brandy
renmark, sa
francoisvoyergcnapoleon 15
cognac, france
1998bourgoincognac, microbarrique
cognac, france
darroze12
bas-armagnac, france
2003maisonaurian, maltbarn
armagnac, france
Tea & Coffee
bushfire black tea
bush black tea, echinacea, liquorice root
genmaicha
sencha, toasted sprouted rye, saltbush
house chamomile tea
chamomile, strawberry gum, cinnamon myrtle
house mint tea
peppermint, round leaf mint, anise myrtle, lemon myrtle
single o
espresso, long black | reservoir blend
Soft Drinks
house lemon myrtle squash
capi soda
spicy cola, ginger beer
strangelove
ginger ale, light tonic
Mocktails
JENOLAN CAVES
rye whiskey, brandy, black walnut vermouth, cinnamon myrtle, chestnut honey, scorched lime oil, burnt toffee
DAINTREE RAINFOREST
paladar tequila blanco, finger lime liqueur, strawberry gum-grapefruit soda, burnt eucalyptus
MARGARET RIVER
ketel one vodka, passionfruit, elderflower, white chocolate, bee pollen, orange zest
WHITSUNDAYS
husk rum agricole, pineapple, yuzu kosho, verjus, smoked eucalyptus
MURRAY DARLING
four pillars dry gin, husk agricole, lime, manzanilla, aloe myrtle foam, burnt lemon myrtle
MUNGO BRUSH
tomato gin, smoked saltbush vodka, dry vermouth, tomato water, pickled tomato
Signature Cocktails
Flavours of Australia
BALLINA
seadrift marine non-alcoholic spirit, mint, lime, pineapple, strawberry gum, grapefruit zest
ROYAL NATIONAL PARK
sugar free earl grey, pink peppercorn-rosella soda, black cherry, burnt eucalyptus
RIVERLAND
homemade fig leaf soda, four pillars bandwagon bloody shiraz non-alcoholic spirit, smoked rosella, verjus
Surry Hills GOGYO
GOGYO expands the ramen-bar idea into a polished, energetic restaurant with cocktails, Japanese small plates and a dramatic open kitchen. Its defining bowl is kogashi-style ramen, made by scorching miso or soy at high heat to create a dark, aromatic broth with roasted depth. The spectacle is part of the pleasure, but the technique matters more: when everything lands correctly, the broth is intense without becoming blunt, with springy noodles and carefully chosen toppings providing balance.
Diners who prefer a more familiar profile can look to tonkotsu or lighter ramen options, while gyoza, buns and other snacks turn a bowl into a broader shared meal. The spacious Albion Street room makes GOGYO easier for groups than many compact noodle shops, and the bar program encourages a slower evening rather than a rapid solo stop. It remains a strong all-round choice when one person wants deeply savoury ramen and everyone else wants the atmosphere of a proper night out.
Address: 52–54 Albion Street, Surry Hills NSW 2010
Surry Hills GOGYO Menu
Small Dish
WAGYU SPRING ROLL
Sukiyaki-style wagyu filling, Sukiyaki mayo
KARAAGE BUN
Bao bun, Karaage chicken, Cabbage, Spicy cream cheese sauce
GOGYO PULLED PORK BUN
Bao bun, Pulled pork, Cucumber, Smoked mayo, Gouda cheese
TRUFFLE TOFU
Fried tofu, Truffle mushroom paste, Chives, Wonton skin
SPICY GARLIC EDAMAME (V)
Pan-fried edamame, Shichimi, Garlic soy dressing
GARLIC GOMA CUCUMBER
Sliced cucumber, Garlic pepper dressing, Sesame furikake, Shichimi
Medium Dish
ROCK POTATO (V, GF)
Twice cooked kipfler potato, Kombucha aioli
GOGYO ORIGINAL GYOZA
Pan-fried pork gyoza, Dipping sauce, House-made chilli
KARAAGE CHICKEN
Original deep fried chicken pieces
KALE SALAD (V, GF)
Fried Kale, Tofu, Cherry tomatoes, Sweet potatoes, Dried tomatoes, Honey dressing
WAGYU TARTARE
Wagyu, Smoked Oyster mayo, Chives, Anchovy rice paper
NASU DENGAKU (V)
Deep fried eggplant, Sweet red miso glaze
SIZZLING PRAWN WONTON
House made Prawn wontons (5 pcs), Pork mince, Leeks, Tonkotsu prawn bisque
CHARGRILLED TERIYAKI CHICKEN
Chargrilled Chicken, House Made Teriyaki Sauce, Sesame seasoned Salad, Japanese Potato Salad
CHARGRILLED WAGYU RUMP STEAK MBS5+
Chargrilled wagyu beef MBS5+, Japanese potato salad, Wasabi, Garlic Chips, Chives
Raw Indulgence
TUNA TARTARE 1PC
Tuna, Chives, Takuan, Salted konbu, Crispy wonton
MISO MAREE
Salmon, Yuzu miso, Cucumber, Lemon balm, Masago arare
YUZU KINGFISH WITH WASABI SALSA
Kingfish, Yuzu sake jelly, Fried enoki, Wasabi salsa
SASHIMI PLATTER LA MARÉE
Salmon, Kingfish, Tuna, Hokkaido scallops, Herb oil, Yuzu mandarin dressing
Rice Dishes
SEARED SALMON SUSHI ROLL (GF)
Salmon, Flying fish roe, House made teriyaki sauce, Gari, Wasabi
BRAISED PORK STONE BOWL
Simmer pork belly, Japanese mayo, Poached egg, Nori, Bamboo shoots, Spring onions, Rice
JAPANESE CURRY
Karaage / Chicken Katsu / Wagyu (Limited) Served with Umami Egg, Fukujinzuke, Rice
KAISEN DON
Salmon sashimi, Kingfish sashimi, Tuna sashimi, Salmon poke, Prawn tempura, Rice
Desserts
HOKKAIDO MILK
JAPANESE SOFT SERVE | CUP OR CONE
MATCHA
JAPANESE SOFT SERVE | CUP OR CONE
MIX
JAPANESE SOFT SERVE | CUP OR CONE
COFFEE JELLY PARFAIT
Coffee Jelly, Milk, Cream, Cone waffle bits, Lady finger bits, Gogyo’s Hokkaido milk soft serve
STRAWBERRY MOCHI
Chocolate soil, Candied popcorn, Mix berries, Mochi
MATCHA MILLE-FEUILLE
Puff Pastry, Matcha ganache, Strawberry gel, Raspberries
Ramen
Kogashi Miso
Kogashi Shoyu
Tonkotsu Modern
Chilli Shoyu
Tori Shoyu
Vegiie
Umami Egg
Bamboo Shoots
Pork Belly Chashu
Yulli’s Bar & Restaurant
Yulli’s has been part of Crown Street since 2008, building a loyal following around plant-based cooking that treats vegetables as the main event. Rather than imitating meat-heavy menus, the kitchen draws freely from Asian, Mediterranean and Latin American flavours to create colourful plates with plenty of crunch, spice and acidity. The narrow, art-lined room is casual and convivial, helped by warm service and an easygoing mix of diners.
Share plates are the best way to explore the menu. Crispy parcels, dumplings, roasted vegetables, curries and grain-based dishes are layered with nutty sauces, herbs, pickles and fermented elements, giving the table variety without relying on animal products. Gluten-free choices are also well represented. Yulli’s own craft beers sit naturally beside the food, while vegan wines and cocktails broaden the options. It is especially useful for mixed groups seeking an inclusive restaurant that still feels lively and characterful.
Address: 417 Crown Street, Surry Hills NSW 2010
Yulli's Bar & Restaurant Menu
Small Plates
MIXED LEAF SALAD
w shredded radish, cherry tomatoes and sesame dressing
SHITAKE MUSHROOM BALLS
w wasabi mayo and chipotle namjim
MINI VIETNAMESE PANCAKES
with chilli radish, crispy tofu skin, king mushroom, fresh herbs and blood plum sauce
GRILLED MUSHROOM SOUVLAKI SKEWERS
with citrus yoghurt
EDAMAME & COCONUT MONEYBAGS
with sweet chilli sauce
KALE & SALTBUSH GYOZA
w citrus drizzle
STEAMED LEEK & GINGER DUMPLINGS
with plum sauce
WOK-FRIED GREENS
of morning glory and green beans with chilli and garlic
Medium Plates
BBQ SOUS VIDE BROCCOLI
with feta cream and salted walnuts
BAKED CHIPOTLE CAULIFLOWER
with butter bean cream and walnut crumbs
KOREAN FRIED BROCCOLINI
with sticky sour chili sauce, toasted coconut and crushed almonds
ZUCCHINI FLOWERS
filled w a beetroot and truffle oil cream, served w wasabi mayo, Dijon mustard dressing and an apple and walnut salad
SAN CHOY BOW
with tofu, fresh herbs, bamboo, peanuts, fried shallots, bean sprouts and chilli
Large Plates
CRISPY TOFU
with green papaya, Asian herbs and toasted peanut salad
CRISPY EDAMAME COATED EGGPLANT
with fried leeks and tom yum sauce
BRAISED KING BROWN MUSHROOMS
with capsicum & black olive salsa and sugar snap peas & red wine jus
CREAM CAULIFLOWER PAPPERDELLE
with charred cavolo nero, chilli basil crumbs and walnuts
ARTICHOKE CALZONE
with confit garlic, olive oil, housemade cashew cheese, olives & watercress
Desserts
WARM CHOCOLATE LAVA CAKE
with fresh berries and caramel sauce
STICKY DATE PUDDING
with butterscotch sauce and coconut ice cream
DAVIDSON PLUM & PERSIMMON CRUMBLE
w coconut ice cream
KANAFE
shredded filo pastry filled w mozzarella cheese, topped w spiced syrup and pistacchio crumb. Served w baklava ice cream
AFFOGATO
coconut ice cream served w a shot of espresso add Brookie's Mac (N) + $8
Coeliac Friendly
MIXED LEAF SALAD
w shredded radish, cherry tomatoes and sesame dressing
GRILLED MUSHROOM SOUVLAKI SKEWERS
with citrus yoghurt
WOK-FRIED GREENS
of morning glory and green beans with chilli and garlic (ask for celiac option)
BBQ SOUS VIDE BROCCOLI
with feta cream and salted walnuts
BAKED CHIPOTLE CAULIFLOWER
with butter bean cream and walnut crumbs
SAN CHOY BOW
with tofu, fresh herbs, bamboo, peanuts, fried shallots and bean sprouts (coeliac on request)
GRILLED CABBAGE
with savoury creamed corn, baby rocket, chardonnay vinaigrette & walnuts
BRAISED KING BROWN MUSHROOMS
with capsicum & black olive salsa, sugar snap peas & red wine jus
May Contain Traces of Gluten
EDAMAME & COCONUT MONEYBAGS
with sweet chilli sauce (GF on request)
SHITAKE MUSHROOM BALLS
with wasabi mayo and chipotle namjim
KOREAN FRIED BROCCOLINI
with sticky sour chili sauce, toasted coconut and crushed almonds
ZUCCHINI FLOWERS
filled with a beetroot and truffle cream, served w wasabi mayo, Dijon mustard dressing and an apple and walnut salad
CRISPY TOFU
with green papaya, Asian herbs and toasted peanut salad
CRISPY EDAMAME COATED EGGPLANT
with fried leeks and tom yum sauce
Gluten-Free Desserts
WARM CHOCOLATE LAVA CAKE
with fresh berries and caramel sauce
STICKY DATE PUDDING
with butterscotch sauce and coconut ice cream
DAVIDSON PLUM & PERSIMMON CRUMBLE
w coconut ice cream
AFFOGATO
coconut ice cream served w a shot of espresso add Brookie's Mac (N) + $8
First Course
Banquet menu. Available for groups of 2 or more - $51 per head. With Optional Drinks Pairing $104 per head. A gluten free banquet is available upon request.
EDAMAME & COCONUT MONEYBAGS
with sweet chilli sauce
KOREAN FRIED BROCCOLINI
with sticky sour chili sauce, toasted coconut and crushed almonds (N)
STEAMED LEEK & GINGER DUMPLINGS
with plum sauce
Second Course
SAN CHOY BOW
with tofu, fresh herbs, bamboo, peanuts, fried shallots and bean sprouts (N)
CRISPY TOFU
with green papaya, Asian Herbs and toasted peanut salad (N)
Third Course
BAKED CHIPOTLE CAULIFLOWER
with butter bean cream and walnut crumbs (N)
BRAISED KING BROWN MUSHROOMS
with capsicum and black olive salsa, sugar snap peas & red wine jus
MIXED LEAF SALAD
with shredded radish, cherry tomatoes and sesame dressing
Dessert
PASSIONFRUIT CHEESECAKE
with chocolate and almond crust (N)
MATCHA CAKE
with chocolate & almond crust (N)
STICKY DATE PUDDING
with butterscotch sauce
Yulli's Brews On Tap
NORMAN AUSTRALIAN ALE 4.9%
Yulli’s Brews, Alexandria NSW - Glass 9/ Jug 22.5
SEABASS MEDITERRANEAN LAGER 4.2%
Yulli’s Brews, Alexandria NSW - Glass 9/ Jug 22.5
AMANDA MANDARIN IPA 6.7%
Yulli’s Brews, Alexandria NSW - Glass 11/ Jug 27.5
CLARENCE HAZY PALE ALE 5.5%
Yulli's Brews, Alexandria NSW - Glass 9.5/ Jug 24
SEASONAL DOLLY ALDRIN BERLINER WEISSE 3.3%
Yulli’s Brews, Alexandria NSW - Glass 9.5/ Jug 24
Yulli's Ciders, Seltzers & Kombucha On Tap
MARGOT DRY APPLE CIDER 5.0%
Yulli’s Brews, Alexandria NSW - Glass 8.5 / Jug 21.5
RANCH WATER SELTZER 4.5%
Yulli's Brews, Alexandria NSW - Glass 10/ Jug 25
SEASONAL HOUSE KOMBUCHA - 0.5-1.5% ABV
Yulli’s Brews, Alexandria NSW - Glass 9.5 / Jug 24
Yulli's Brews In Cans
JED MID STRENGTH 3.5%
Yulli’s Brews, Alexandria NSW - 9
KARAOKE KINGU RICE LAGER 4.2%
Yulli's Brews, Alexandria NSW - 12
KURO BLACK RICE LAGER 5%
Yulli's Brews, Alexandria NSW - 12.5
FAT NERD VANILLA PORTER 6%
Yulli’s Brews, Alexandria NSW - 13
SLICK RICK RAMPAGING RED ALE 6.2%
Yulli’s Brews, Alexandria NSW - 13
DAD'S ARMY IMPERIAL STOUT 9.2%
Yulli's Brews, Alexandria - 15
Zero / Mid
QUIET XPA 0.5%
Heaps Normal, NSW - 9
ORGANIC TABLE BEER 2.9%
Wildflower Brewing & Blending, Marrickville NSW - 11
Ales
GLUTEN FREE PALE ALE 4.5%
Two Bays Brewing, Mornington Peninsula VIC - 14
Lagers
SERPENTS KISS PILSNER 4.5%
Grifter, Marrickville NSW - 13
Sour
PASSIONFRUIT SOUR 5%
Hope Estate, Hunter Valley NSW - 15
Dark
OMEN OATMEAL STOUT 5.5%
Grifter, Marrickville NSW - 13
Sparkling
RICCA TERRA Prosecco
Riverland SA - Glass 13 / Carafe 33 / Bottle 56
KONPIRA MARU Petillant Naturel Chardonnay/Pinot Noir
Whitlands VIC - Glass 14.5 / Carafe 38 / Bottle 65
SASSAFRAS Ancestral Sparkling Chardonnay/Savagnin
Tumbarumba, NSW - Bottle 80
White
SEE SAW Sauvignon Blanc
Orange, NSW - Glass 13/ Carafe 34/ Bottle 58
PAPER MACHE Pinot Gris
Adelaide Hills SA - Glass 12 / Carafe 32 / Bottle 54
POACHERS Riesling
Canberra, ACT - Glass 15/ Carafe 39/ Bottle 69
MANYARA Chardonnay
Adelaide Hills SA - Glass 14.5/ Carafe 38 / Bottle 66
CRFT Gruner Veltliner
Adelaide Hills SA - Bottle 73
YEAR WINES Grillo
Kilmore VIC - Bottle 65
RENZAGLIA Vermentino/Sauvignon Blanc
O'Connell NSW - Bottle 69
Skin Contact
YEAR WINES ‘ZAGARA’ Muscat/Riesling/Grillo
McLaren Vale, SA - Glass 14.5/ Carafe 38/ Bottle 65
DAWNING DAY Zibibbo/Vermentino/Greco/Fiano
Southern Highlands NSW - Bottle 69
POPPELVEJ Gruner Veltliner / Greco
Adelaide Hills SA - Bottle 73
Rosé
SIMON GILBERT Sangiovese / Merlot
Orange and Mudgee NSW - Glass 14.5/ Carafe 38/ Bottle 65
DAWNING DAY Pinot Noir
Southern Highlands NSW - Bottle 69
Chilled Red
TRUTTA STREAMSIDE Syrah, Cabernet Sauvignon
Central VIC - Glass 14.5/ Carafe 38 / Bottle 65
DAWNING DAY Grenache
Southern Highlands NSW - Bottle 69
Red
PAYTEN & JONES Pinot Noir
Yarra Valley, VIC - Glass 15/ Carafe 39 / Bottle 68
TRUTTA Shiraz
Harcourt VIC - Glass 14.5/ Carafe 38 / Bottle 65
RENZAGLIA Cabernet Sauvignon
Canberra District NSW - Glass 15/ Carafe 39/ Bottle 68
MALLALUKA Sangiovese
Hilltops NSW - Glass 15 / Carafe 39/ Bottle 69
RICCA TERRA Tempranillo/Lambrusco/Shiraz
Riverland SA - Bottle 59
MANYARA Gamay
Adelaide Hills SA - Bottle 66
LA VIOLETTA Pinot Nero/Syrah/Meunier
Great Southern WA - Bottle 69
Cocktails
IMBROGLIO SPRITZ
LIMONCELLO SPRITZ
LYCHEE MARTINI
PASSIONFRUIT MARTINI
BAKLAVA SOUR
POMEGRANATE PALOMA
MANDARIN FIZZ
STRAWBERRY SMASH
ESPRESSO MARTINI
SHORT & STORMY
MAPLE SOUR
Soft Drinks
Sparkling water 750ml
Coke / Coke Zero / Lemonade
Soda Water / Tonic Water
Ginger Beer / Lemon Lime Bitter
Botanical Sodas by Indigo
RASPBERRY & LIME / PEAR & ELDERFLOWER
Mocktails
Hibiscus Strawberry Spritz
Passionfruit Mojito
Peachy Margarita
Sang by Mabasa
Sang by Mabasa is a compact, family-run Korean restaurant that feels personal from the moment you enter. The menu includes recognisable favourites, but its real strength is the space it gives to dishes that appear less often in Sydney’s Korean dining rooms. Thoughtful presentation and a modern setting never erase the sense of family cooking; the flavours remain direct, generous and grounded in well-made pickles, broths and marinades.
A crisp kimchi or cabbage pancake is an excellent beginning, followed by options such as handmade dumplings, pork jowl, noodles with baby abalone or a carefully arranged wrap dish like yassam. Korean fried chicken and bulgogi keep the menu accessible for first-time visitors, while the set menu lets the kitchen show more range. The Fitzroy Street dining room is small, so booking is wise. Attentive guidance from the team makes it particularly good for diners keen to move beyond the standard barbecue format.
Address: 98 Fitzroy Street, Surry Hills NSW 2010
Sang by Mabasa Menu
Special Menu
KFC
Korean Fried Chicken. (4 whole wings.)
Maeun Doeji Galbi
Chilli-Soy marinated American style cut pork ribs.
Jae Yuk
Stir-fried spicy pork belly.
Bulgogi
Stir-fried beef scotch fillets.
Bibimbap
VG(Can be done), V
Steamed rice
Ordering rice only will not be accepted.
Eo hwe
Raw king fish, pickled garlic-scapes & crispy quinoa-brown rice. GF
Moon-eo Sook-hwe
Poached octopus, red radish, coriander & chilli.
Smalls
Kun Mandu
Home-made Pork or Vege pan-fried dumplings. VG
Jjim Mandu
Home-made Pork or Vege steamed dumplings. VG
Du-Kimchi
Two kinds of kimchi & steamed tofu. V
Yassam
Pickled white radish wraps, cucumber, nashi pear & perilla leaves. V, GF
Kimchi Jeon
Kimchi pancake. V
Gamja Jeon
Potato pancake. VG, GF
Buchu Jeon
Garlic chives pancake. VG
Moon-eo Twigim
Octopus chips.
Moon-eo Sook-hwe
Poached octopus, red radish, coriander & chilli.
Eo hwe
Raw king fish, pickled garlic-scapes & crispy quinoa-brown rice. GF
Steamed rice
Ordering rice only will not be accepted.
Mains
Bibimbap
VG(Can be done), V
Bulgogi
Stir-fried beef scotch fillets.
Jae Yuk
Stir-fried spicy pork belly.
Maeun Doeji Galbi
Chilli-Soy marinated American style cut pork ribs.
KFC
Korean Fried Chicken. (4 whole wings.)
Cafe Tanja
Cafe Tanja brings the cooking and hospitality of Morocco, Algeria and the wider Maghreb to the southern end of Crown Street. Run by a family team, the warmly decorated room feels closer to a generous home than a formal dining destination. Much of the food is made by hand, from breads to pastries, and the menu offers Sydney diners a welcome chance to explore North African dishes beyond the most familiar versions of couscous and tagine.
Start with a crisp brik or a plate of tchouktchouka, where eggs meet a deeply spiced tomato and capsicum base. Slow-cooked lamb tagine with prunes and almonds delivers the classic sweet-savoury contrast, while chicken, couscous and stuffed msemen offer other comforting routes through the menu. Finish with Moroccan mint tea poured from a silver pot and something sweet. The service is notably warm, and the relatively small room makes advance planning worthwhile for dinner or a busy weekend brunch.
Address: 638 Crown Street, Surry Hills NSW 2010
Cafe Tanja Menu
Starters
Chicken Or Vegetarian Pastilla
Brick
Chorba
Bessara
Sides
Chermoula Carrots
Moroccan Salad
Zaalouk
Couscous
Felfla
Batata Slats
Mains
Kefta Tajine
Desserts
The Arab Blondie
Date Cake
Pineapple Cake
The Oranges
Msemen
All Day Menu
Moroccan Breakfast
Couscous
Algerian Eggs
Slata
Tchouktchouka + Eggs
Bessara
Brick
Chicken Tajine
Lamb Tajine
Tajine Of The Day
Sandwiches
Lilou
Nadoumi
Hamida
Kader
Sweets
The Arab Blondie
The Arab Snail
Date Cake
Pistachio Ice-Cream Sandwich
Menu of the Week
Kefta Bricks
Chicken Tajine & Matlouh Bread
Atay
Others
Pineapple
The Oranges
Msemen
Cafe Tanja Iced Latte
Sparkling Water
The Date Cake
Dessert Of The Day
Drinks
Fruit Sorbet Mocktail Of The Day
Limonada
Pink Gazouz
Moroccan Tea
Frosty Mint & Citrus
Water
Arabic Drinks
Atay
Iced Atay
Orange Juice
Coffee
Flat White
Cappuccino
Piccolo
Mocha
Hot Chocolate
Iced Latte
Iced Long Black
Alternative Milk
Tokyo Bird
Hidden off Commonwealth Street with its entrance on Belmore Lane, Tokyo Bird channels the intimate mood of a Japanese backstreet bar. Whisky and cocktails are central to the identity, but the charcoal grill gives the venue enough substance for dinner. Low lighting, close-set seating and a compact room create an atmospheric setting for a date or a catch-up, while later trading hours make it a useful stop after work or before a night elsewhere in the city.
Yakitori is the natural focus: chicken thigh with shallot, wings, skin, hearts and tsukune meatballs are grilled and finished with tare or bright seasonings. Pork, mushrooms, eggplant and other vegetables broaden the skewers, while Japanese-style snacks and desserts fill out the meal. The drinks list ranges from approachable highballs to rare Japanese whisky, with bartenders able to steer newcomers through it. Tokyo Bird is an adults-only venue, and a reservation helps when the small room is at its most animated.
Address: Shop 2, 226–228 Commonwealth Street, Surry Hills NSW 2010 (entrance via Belmore Lane)
Tokyo Bird Menu
Kushiyaki
YAKI-ZAKE
miso-cured salmon, lemon
HOTATE
scallops (soy onion butter)
WAGYU
wagyu beef (MB9+)
TON TON TOMATO
pork belly-wrapped cherry tomato (soy tare)
YAKI TON
pork belly, yuzu pickled cabbage (soy tare)
ARABIKI
pork kransky with cheese, mustard
UZURA
quail eggs (soy tare)
AGEDASHI TOFU
soy dashi (v)
Yakiyasai
ERINGI
king brown mushroom (soy-based tare) (v)
NASU
eggplant, yuzu miso (v)
Dessert
CHOCOLATE FUDGE MOUSSE
orange gel, almond crumble, rose
HOUJICHA CHEESECAKE
Roasted green tea cheesecake, raspberry compote, matcha tuile
House Cocktails
YUZU SPRITZ
Haku Vodka, yuzu, sake, prosecco, mint
KOBASHI
Haku Vodka, lychee & rhubarb puree, rose, sencha green tea, lemon
HIGASHI
Roku gin, matcha plum wine, mint, lime, salted honey & rockmelon foam
MAIKO MANGO
Herradura Tequila, Aperol, Mezcal, chilli mango + lime syrup, lime, togarashi
ASAJIRO
Herradura Plata, apple, kiwi fuit & lemongrass puree, lime, soda
JAPANESE NEGRONI
Roku Gin, Campari, sweet vermouth, orange umeshu (plum wine), grapefruit zest
AZUKI
Sesame oil washed Woodford Reserve Bourbon, chestnut, chocolate bitters, clarified with red bean milkshake
KEMURI (SMOKE & COKE)
Woodford Reserve rye whiskey, cherry cola reduction, cynar, aromatic bitters, peated Scotch mist, cherrywood smoke
TOKI OLD FASHIONED
Suntory Toki whisky, chocolate and angostura bitters, orange peel
Mocktails
MANGO SOUR
Mango, apple, lime, egg whites
GARDEN SPRITZ
Strawberry, cherry, apple, lime, soda
RUBY BLOSSOM
Ruby grapefruit, yuzu, sakura, orange blossom, soda, mint
Highballs
SUNTORY TOKI
NIKKA DAYS
shochu
JUNMAI SAKE
Tap Beers
Asahi Super Dry
Lager (Osaka), 300ml/400ml
Orion Draft
Lager (Okinawa), 300ml/400ml
Orion Draft Black
Lager (Okinawa), 300ml / 400ml
Bottled Beers
Asahi 3.5%
330ml, 3.5% ABV (mid-strength)
Echigo Koshihikari Rice Lager
500ml, 5% ABV
Kirin Ichiban Lager
500ml, 5% ABV
Yebisu Premium All Malt
500ml, 5% ABV
Suntory Premium Malt
500ml, 5.5% ABV
Japanese Craft Beers
Hitachino Dai Dai IPA
330ml, 6% ABV
Hitachino White Ale
330ml, 5% ABV
Non-Alcoholic
Heaps Normal XPA
330ml, 0% ABV (zero alcohol)
Cider
The Hills Apple Cider
330ml, 5% ABV
Sparkling
Amanti Prosecco
Veneto, Italy
White
Vickery Watervale Riesling
Clare Valley, SA
Terra Viva Pinot Grigio
Veneto, ITALY
Rosé
L’Olibet Cinsault Rosé
Languedoc-Roussillon, FRANCE
Red
2021 Uva Non Grata Gamay Noir
Lyon, FRANCE
Yelland & Papps Vin De Soif Grenache Blend
Barossa Valley, SA
Sake
Kikumasamune Kojo Junmai
Umami taste but with a twist of fruity flavours / Semi-sweet & rich. Hyogo (15% ABV)
Ippin Junmai
Balanced umami and acidity / great all-rounder / ripe citrus notes. Ibaraki (15% ABV)
Kizakura Yamahai Jikomi
Slow fermented / semi-dry & rich body / ripe fruit, banana notes. Kyoto (15% ABV)
Kumonoi Junmai Ginjo
Full-bodied / tropical peach notes / smooth & floral. Fukui (15% ABV)
Ippin Junmai Daiginjo
Rich & fruity / balanced acidity / apple & pineapple notes. Ibaraki (16% ABV)
Chiyomusubi Junmai Daiginjo
Full bodied, rich with a long finish. Tottori (16% ABV)
Kizakura Nigori Sake, Kyoto
Unfiltered cloudy sake / sweet % creamy texture / milk candy notes (9.5% ABV, 300ml bottle)
Japanese Plum Wine / Sake
Choya Yume
Grape wine with ume extract (Glass / 750ml bottle)
Choya Matcha Umeshu
Ume plum wine flavoured with green tea (Glass / 720ml bottle)
Yuzu-shu
Japanese citrus flavoured shochu (Glass / 700ml bottle)
Whisky Flights
World single malts
Hakushu Distillers Reserve (Japan) Starward Nova (Australia) Glendronach 15 year old (Scotland) Redbreast 12 year old (Ireland)
Blended Japanese
Hibiki Japanese Harmony Fuji Gotemba Single Blended Taketuru Pure Malt Nikka From The Barrel
Premium Japanese Whisky
Yamazaki 12 year old Ichiro’s Malt Mizunara Wood Reserve Yoichi 10 year old Mars Tsunuki “Peated”
Old & Rare Japanese Single Malts
Yoichi 2020 Edition Brandy Cask Finish Hakushu 18 year old Mars Komagatake “Voyager Estate” Wine Cask Yamazaki 18 year old
Yamazaki Single Malt
Yamazaki Distiller’s Reserve
Yamazaki 12 Year Old
Yamazaki 18 Year Old
Yamazaki Peated Malt Spanish Oak Kogei 2024 Edition
Hakushu Single Malt
Hakushu Distiller’s Reserve
Hakushu 12 Year Old
Hakushu 18 Year Old
Hakushu Peated Malt Spanish Oak Kogei 2024 Edition
Chita Single Grain
The Chita
Hibiki
Hibiki Japanese Harmony
Hibiki Harmony Master’s Select
Hibiki Blossom Harmony 2022
Hibiki 17 Year Old
Hibiki 21 Year Old
Hibiki 30 Year Old
Blended Whiskies
Suntory Toki
Yoichi Single Malt
Yoichi single malt
Yoichi 10 year old
Yoichi 2020 Limited Edition apple brandy cask
Yoichi 2021 Limited Edition Non-Peated
Yoichi 2022 Limited Edition Aromatic Yeast
Yoichi Woody & Vanillic (distillery release)
Yoichi blend (distillery release)
Miyagikyo Single Malt
Miyagikyo single malt
Miyagikyo 2021 Limited Edition Peated
Miyagikyo 2022 Limited Edition Aromatic Yeast
Miyagikyo 12 year old Malty & Soft (distillery release)
Miyagikyo Fruity & Rich (distillery release)
Miyagikyo Malty & Soft (distillery release)
Miyagikyo blend (distillery release)
Pure Malts & Blends
Taketsuru Pure Malt
Nikka Pure Malt Red
Nikka from the Barrel
Super Nikka Blended
Nikka Days
Nikka Coffey Range
Nikka Coffey Malt
Nikka Coffey Grain
Mars Single Malt
Mars Tsunuki Peated
50% ABV
Mars Komagatake Limited Edition 2019
Mars Komagatake Limited Edition 2020
50% ABV
Mars Komagatake Limited Edition 2021
Mars Komagatake Voyager Estate
Limited Edition Wine Cask Finish
Mars Komagatake Tsunuki Aging
54% ABV
Mars Komagatake IPA Cask Finish
52% ABV
Mars Komagatake Single Cask
Sherry Cask 2013. Takashimaya selection, 58% ABV
Mars Asagi Madara 8 year old
Mars Blended
Mars Iwai
Mars Iwai Tradition
Karuizawa Club
Chichibu Distillery
Ichiro’s Malt Chichibu
Casa De Vinos 2023 Single Malt
Ichiro’s Malt Malt & Grain
malt & grain blend, 46.5% | stonefruit, citrus, vanilla
Akashi White Oak Distillery
Akashi Blue Label blended
Tokinoka Black blended whisky
50% ABV
Helios Distillery
Kura 8 year old
single grain, 40%
Kura 12 year old
single grain, 40%
Kura Blended Rum Cask Finish
Fuji Gotemba Distillery
Kirin Fuji Sanroku
Kirin Fuji Single Grain
Kirin Fuji Single Malt
Single Malt, 43% ABV
Kirin Fuji Single Blended
malt & grain blend, 43%
Shinobu Distillery
The Shinobu Pure Malt Mizunara
The Shin 10 year old Pure Malt
Mizunara
The Shin 10 year old Pure Malt
Peated Mizunara
Kurayoshi Distillery
Kurayoshi Pure Malt
blended malt, 43% ABV
Kurayoshi Pure Malt Sherry Cask
blended malt, 43% ABV
Kanosuke Distillery
Kanosuke ‘Mellow Land’
single malt, 46%
Sansanokawa Distillery
Yamazakura Black Label
malt & grain blend, 40% | Subtle peat, toasted grain
Scotch
Auchentoshan Three Wood
Lowlands single malt, 43% ABV | Baked fruit, sherry, molasses, chocolate
Ardbeg 10 year old
Islay single malt, 46% ABV | Sea spray, dense smoke, maritime
Balvenie Caribbean Cask 14 year old
Highlands single malt, 43% ABV | Cinnamon, oak spice, tropical fruit
Bowmore 12 year old
Islay single malt, 40% ABV | Chocolate, peat, oak, orchard fruit
Bruichladdich Octomore 14.2
Islay single malt, 57.7% ABV | super-heavily peated
Cragganmore 12 year old
Highlands single malt, 40% ABV | Orange, lemon, almond, biscuit
Caol Ila 12 year old
Islay single malt, 43% ABV | Campfire smoke, cut flowers, oak
Dalmore 12 year old
Highland single malt, 43% ABV | Strawberry jam, faint cinnamon
Dalwhinnie 15 year old
Islay single malt, 43% ABV | Floral heather, honeycomb
Glendronach 12 year old,
Highlands single malt, 43% ABV | Sweet sherry, raisins, hazelnut
Glendronach 18 year old Allardice
Highlands single malt, 43% ABV | Rich sherry, old rum, pineapple, brown sugar
Glendronach 21 year old
Highlands single malt, 43% ABV | Rich sherry, biscuit, deep oak, raisins
Glenglassaugh 12 year old
Highlands single malt, 45% ABV | Apricot, cherry, whipped cream
Glenlgassaugh Portsoy
Highlands single malt, 48% | Umami, ocean spray, salted chocolate
American
Maker’s Mark
Kentucky, USA | 40% ABV | Vanilla, cinnamon, almond
Gentleman Jack
Tennessee, USA | Tennessee whiskey, 40% ABV
Woodford Reserve bourbon
Kentucky, USA | 40% ABV | Citrus, cinnamon, cocoa, chocolate
Woodford Reserve Rye
Kentucky, USA | 45.2% ABV | Rye spice, pepper, tobacco, apple
Woodford Reserve Double Oaked bourbon
Kentucky, USA | 43.2% ABV
Australian
Archie Rose White Rye
Sydney, Australia | Unaged rye whiskey, 40% ABV | Spicy notes of cinnamon, nutmeg, smoky finish
Starward Two-Fold
Melbourne, Australia | Double grain, 40% ABV | Vanilla, honey crumble, toffee
Starward Nova
Melbourne, Australia | Single malt, 41% ABV | Red wine barrels; berry fruits, toffee, mellow oak
Starward Fortis
Melbourne, Australia | Single malt, 50% ABV | American oak red wine barrels; blackberry, vanilla, fig
Starward Ginger Beer Cask #6
Melbourne, Australia | Single malt, 48% ABV | Ginger, orange, dark chocolate
Starward Unexpeated
Melbourne, Australia | Single malt, 46% ABV | Big and juicy – stone fruit, faint smoke
Hellyers Road Peated
Tasmania, Australia | Single malt, 46.2% ABV | Aged in charred American white oak; apple, vanilla, spice, smoke
Morris Rutherglen Smoked Muscat Barrel Limited Edition
Tasmania, Australia | Single malt, 48.3% ABV | Charred oak, tropical fruits, dark berries
Morris Rutherglen Smoked Sherry Barrel Limited Edition
Tasmania, Australia | Single malt, 50% ABV | Citrus, campfire smoke
Morris Rutherglen Sherry Barrel Single Malt
Tasmania, Australia | Single malt, 46% ABV | Aged in Apera casks – baked fruit, peach, nuts
Morris Rutherglen Tokay Barrel Single Malt
Tasmania, Australia | Single malt, 46% ABV | Dark stewed fruits, burnt toffee, pecan
Morris Rutherglen Signature Single Malt
Tasmania, Australia | Single malt, 40% ABV | cocoa, dark berry, zesty marmalade
Morris 36 South Double Grain
Victoria, Australia | Double grain, 40% ABV | vanilla, soft baking spices, red apple
Hellyers Road 7 year old Oloroso Sherry
asmania, Australia | Single malt, 46.2% ABV | Small batch aged in sherry casks
Archie Rose Single Malt
Sydney, Australia | Single malt, 46% ABV | Aged in Australian apera casks; stick date pudding, almonds, espresso
Taiwanese
Kavalan Concertmaster Sherry Cask Finish
Yilan, Taiwain | Single malt, 40% ABV | Dried mango, banana, blueberry
Kavalan Distillery Select No.1
Yilan, Taiwain | Single malt, 40% ABV | Delicate & silky; floral, tropical fruits, sweet vanilla
kavalan Solist ‘Peated’
single malt, 52.4% | Single cask, cask strength Australian exclusive
Kavalan Distillery Select No.2
Yilan, Taiwain | Single malt, 40% ABV | Warm & smooth; herbal, gentle wood and spice notes
Kavalan Podium
Yilan, Taiwain | Single malt, 46% ABV | Aged in new American oak and refill casks; grilled fruits, toffee, cocoa, peppery spice
Kavalan Concertmaster Port Cask Finish
Yilan, Taiwain | Single malt, 40% ABV | Honey, roasted nuts, sweet spices
Kavalan Triple Sherry Cask
Yilan, Taiwain | Single malt, 40% ABV | Aged in Oloroso, Pedro Ximenez and Moscatel casks; raisins, rich caramel, tropical fruits
Specials
EBI TEMPURA
panko crumbed prawns, nori tartar, pickled cabbage, lemon (5pc)
Snacks
Edamame
sea salt OR spicy shichimi (v)
Lotus root chips
Chilli kewpie mayo (v)
Side Dishes
TUNA TARTARE
soy-cured tuna, cucumber, chilli mayo, rice cracker
SALMON TOSTADAS
diced salmon, umeboshi ponzu, edamame, wasabi, nori tempura, masago roe
BEEF TATAKI
seared ponzu cured beef, mushroom, sliced cucumber
GRILLED BROCCOLINI
Creamy sesame dressing, herb & garlic crumb (v)
CABBAGE SALAD
onion ponzu, pickled ginger, sesame (v)
Specialties
GYOZA
pork & cabbage dumpling (6pc)
VEGE GYOZA
mixed vegetable dumpling (6pc) (vg) (gf opt +2)
CRAB CROQUETTES
Crumbed blue swimmer crab, taragon, yuzu mayonnaise, aosa nori (3pc)
CALAMARI
crisp squid, wasabi mayonnaise, lemon
KARAAGE CHICKEN
Japanese fried chicken, lemon, mayo
CRISPY CAULIFLOWER
lime miso sauce (v)
SWEET CORN
onion & miso butter, nori furikake (v)
Yakitori
NEGIMA
chicken thigh + shallot (soy tare)
SASAMI
chicken tenders (yuzu kosho soy)
TEBASAKI
chicken wings (soy tare, shichimi)
TSUKUNE
chicken mince meatballs, cured egg yolk
KAWA
chicken skin (soy tare)
HATSU
chicken hearts (tare, lemon)
Final Thoughts
The pleasure of eating in Surry Hills comes from the neighbourhood’s range as much as any individual restaurant. Nour, NOMAD and Ito can anchor a special evening; Poly and Firedoor make technique and produce the focus; GOGYO and Tokyo Bird offer two very different expressions of Japanese dining; and Yulli’s, Sang and Cafe Tanja bring strong identities and genuine warmth to Crown Street and its surrounding lanes.
Choose according to the occasion, appetite and pace you want. A counter seat can turn dinner into theatre, a banquet can simplify a group celebration, and a compact family-run room can make a casual meal feel memorable. Surry Hills rewards a little planning, but it also encourages return visits—there is always another side street, menu or style of hospitality to discover.