Best Comfort Food Restaurants in Balgowlah

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Cuisine

AmericanItalianMexicanJapanesePizzeriaTapas / Small Plates

Regions

Bondi AreaEastern SuburbsInner SouthInner WestNorthern BeachesRandwick and surrounds

Areas

Bondi BeachBrookvaleChippendaleCromerDarlinghurstHaymarket

Top Rated

CharmingFancyGood for business mealsGood for groupsGood for special occasionsGreat for brunch

Dining Options

All dining options

Delivery only

Takeaway only

Seating Options

BarCounterStandardHigh TopOutdoor

Accessibility

Gender-neutral restroomWheelchair access

16 restaurants available nearby

A photo of Dad & Dave's Brewing restaurant

1. Dad & Dave's Brewing

4.7

Exceptional(111)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Brewery • Brookvale

Dad & Dave's Brewing is an independently owned and operated family brewery and distillery. Come and see where the magic happens. From Monday to Friday, our team is brewing, canning and kegging your favourite beers, ready for you to enjoy in our taproom. Our brewery is family and dog friendly, pop in, grab a beer and one of our famous burgers.

A photo of Tothy Brothers Deli restaurant

2. Tothy Brothers Deli

4.8

Exceptional(99)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • Cromer

Two brothers from the beaches set out with a goal to bring their take on American Deli style food to Sydney. Their artisan flavours are completely unique whilst still incorporating the classic New Yorker Deli techniques and experience.By using only the best free range and barley fed beef from Tasmania the boys have been recognised for their 12 hour smoked pastrami (the magic is in their signature salt brine consisting of 18 spices and original TBD's pastrami rub) along with their one of a kind slow cooked corned beef brisket and cold smoked pastrami lox. The boys are best known for their famous Reuben, smoked pork Cubano, the OG Corned beef sandwich, New Zealand Ora king salmon lox, homemade Russian dressing, Memphis style BBQ sauce and their original fermented hot sauce range.

A photo of The Grounds of the City restaurant

3. The Grounds of the City

4.3

Awesome(3644)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Modern Australian • Sydney CBD

Booked 76 times today

The Grounds of the City, the second outpost from the team behind The Grounds of Alexandria, is bringing soul back to the CBD with old-school service and charm. Located in the heart of the CBD and bustling with activity, The Grounds of the City is tailor-made for a marvellous time; no matter the occasion. Start your day right as our baristas expertly serve up The Grounds house-roasted espresso and filter coffees, or end it in the best possible way and cosy in with our selection of cocktails and a dinner menu that features something for everyone. You’ll find our coffee sommelier at The Barista’s Bar ready to take you through a tailored coffee experience, and our tea lady roaming the room with a trolley adorned with fresh coffee, our selection of ethically sourced teas and cakes.

4. Cartel

4.4

Awesome(14)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• South American • Chippendale

Booked 7 times today

Begin your journey through Latin America, one dish at a time.Latin American cuisine is immensely varied, with a dish for every climate and occasion. With dishes inspired by Latin America’s rich cultural history, each plate brings with it a unique set of flavours. From Peruvian ceviche to Argentinian sirloin and, of course, tapas and tacos.Cartel is the perfect place to enjoy a night out with friends over delicious food and Latin American themed cocktails.

5. Roast Republic

4.7

Exceptional(84)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• American • Sydney CBD

Booked 7 times today

Welcome to Roast Republic, where we bring the authentic flavours of American BBQ to Clarence Street Sydney, inspired by the rich culinary tradition originating in the Southern United States.Our Beef short ribs, USA Pork & Lamb ribs a quintessential part of American cuisine are applied two culinary pillars that are the key to unlocking a symphony of flavors. The art of the dry rub and homemade BBQ sauce that is bold, layered and unique. These essential components infuse the meat with layers of complexity and adding a punch of flavor in every bite, then slow cooked, and enjoyed as a delicious communal dining experience. Experience true American BBQ flavours with our signature boards perfectly crafted to share as a delicious communal dining experience. Whether you're craving classic comfort food or looking to indulge in savory Southern favourites, our menu has something for everyone. Join us at Roast Republic for family-style servings and experience comfort food of American BBQ.

6. Door Knock

4.7

Exceptional(309)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Dining Bar • Sydney CBD

Booked 11 times today

COCKTAILS, WINE AND GOOD TIMESWe are a captivating cocktail and wine bar hidden below the hustle and bustle of Sydney's streets. Our progressive cocktail list has contemporary and traditional cocktails to delight all tastes. We have an extensive wine list to please all palates. Additionally our delicious food offering has a range of fresh appetising bar food and meals.

A photo of The Shop & Wine Bar restaurant

7. The Shop & Wine Bar

4.8

Exceptional(16)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Australian • Bondi Beach

Booked 12 times today

At The Shop you can expect to find the same customers that have been coming since day one. The Shop is like being welcomed into the home of a favourite relative and the food that comes out of the kitchen is like they have preformed magic. We like to focus on comfort food and all locally sourced.Everything is made from scratch, including the dressings, relishes and pickled vegetables.Most of our wines are organic and always have a preservative free wine. Cocktails available if your feeling colourful.. Sharing plates and seasonal specials available.Huge colourful salads, burgers and meatballs.The heart and the soul of the owners and locals oozes out of The Shop!

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8. Wingboy Darling Square

4.6

Exceptional(133)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • Haymarket

Booked 12 times today

Wingboy is the creation of two mates, Mike and George, who teamed up through their love of hot wings, cold bevs and good times. The boys have worked in multiple bars and kitchens over the last 12 years to bring you the ultimate wing experience, Wingboy! Wingboy is big on flavour, an electric atmosphere and casual service. They have created 13 kick-ass sauces which are made daily, coating crispy wings, juicy boneless tenders or cauliflower bites. Come on down and join the boys at your local Wingboy.

9. Belly Bao

4.7

Exceptional(337)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Asian • Newtown

Booked 5 times today

Belly Bao is a located ion King Street, Newtown - Sydney's cultural hub. Sydney's first dedicated home of Bao, we specialise in hand made Bao creativity. It's important to us that you enjoy our love for food paired with great drinks and friendly service in our fun, casual restaurant that offers a hint of old Chinese restaurant nostalgia.Taking from the traditional chinese pork bun (pork bao), we pride ourselves on our hand made bao, and introducing our asian heritage to our Australian home.We hope you enjoy our love for Bao as much as we do.

10. Wingboy Randwick

4.4

Awesome(35)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • Randwick

Booked 7 times today

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5.0
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It’s always a pleasure to eat at Grounds if the City in George St. Service is top notch and the food is tasty and enough options to keep you coming back.
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The Grounds of the CityPrice: Moderate• Modern Australian• Sydney CBD
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5.0
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Waitress, bartender, and manager were all very accommodating to my family’s needs with a toddler. All kind and patient. Wagu burger was amazing. Keep thinking about going back for another!
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Roast RepublicPrice: Expensive• American• Sydney CBD
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4.7
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Martin
Sydney •1 review
5.0
Dined on 23 Nov 2024
The staff looked after us very well. They helped us with a table wherenwe could sit with our dog. The food was great! We had some issues with Uber Per and one of the staff members (I think it was Joel) came to ask us if everything was okay. I think he would have taken us home if we did not stay more than 30min away.
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Dad & Dave's BrewingPrice: Moderate• Brewery• Brookvale
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