Best Comfort Food Restaurants in Balmain

15 restaurants available nearby

A photo of The Grounds of the City restaurant

1. The Grounds of the City

4.3

Price: Moderate

• Modern Australian • Sydney CBD

Booked 89 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.

2. Door Knock

4.6

Exceptional(301)

Price: Expensive

• Dining Bar • Sydney CBD

Booked 4 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.

3. Kobo

4.8

Exceptional(101)

Price: Very Expensive

• Korean • Circular Quay

Booked 2 times today

Kobo is the workshop for Hatted Chef, Jacob Lee, a space for him to demonstrate his love for his homeland of Korea, re-engineering regional dishes onto a contemporary platform, incorporating Japanese and Australian influences for a dining experience like no other.A solid marble chef’s table is front and centre, seating 8 guests at a time for an intimate chef's table (meaning “I leave it up to you.”), Chef Jacob breaks the menu down into “Episodes” with each episode featuring a core focus on a culinary moment of his life.Kobo is located in Sydney's new Quay Quarter Lanes, a short walk from Circular Quay station, nestled just behind the historic Hinchcliffe House.

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4. Wingboy Darling Square

4.6

Exceptional(128)

Price: Moderate

• American • Haymarket

Booked 20 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.

5. Roast Republic

4.7

Exceptional(62)

Price: Expensive

• American • Sydney CBD

Booked 8 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. Cartel

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4.6

Exceptional(4)

Price: Moderate

• South American • Chippendale

Booked 5 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.

7. Wingboy Newtown

4.6

Exceptional(44)

Price: Moderate

• American • Newtown

Booked 10 times today

8. Surly's

4.4

Awesome(7)

Price: Moderate

• Barbecue • Darlinghurst

Booked 12 times today

Everybody’s favourite all-American Tavern, opened in 2015, offering Sydney an authentic slice of Nashville. Located in the beating heart of Surry Hills, this dive bar is a well-needed escape from the daily grind; where big kids go to play, & the food makes them stay.

9. Belly Bao

4.5

Awesome(330)

Price: Moderate

• Asian • Newtown

Booked 13 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. City Oltra

5.0

Exceptional(45)

Price: Moderate

• Pizzeria • Haymarket

Booked 12 times today

A semi permanent pizza bar underneath the tracks of Central Station. Hot pizza and cool drinks. Your friendly neighbourhood pizza bar. nice slices, wines, music and people. pop in or stay for a while…

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Meg
Canberra •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
The breakfast was absolutely delicious and the staff were friendly kind and efficient! Loved it.
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The Grounds of the CityPrice: Moderate• Modern Australian• Sydney CBD
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4.3
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Selena
Sydney •1 review
4.0
Dined on 11 Nov 2024
Great bar with a great atmosphere! Cocktails were really good. Staff very friendly, although service is a bit slow at times. The cheeseboard was great, as well as the sweet potato fries. Not too noisy on a weeknight which was great!
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Door KnockPrice: Expensive• Dining Bar• Sydney CBD
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4.6
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Cathlea Mae
New Zealand •1 review
5.0
Dined on 9 Nov 2024
If you are looking for perfectly cooked steak and ribs that are falling off the bone,this is the place to be! Their chicken is also moist and packed full of flavour. We ordered the platter and boy oh boy! Its just yummo! Excellent customer service too! The staff were all nice and looked after us really well.
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Roast RepublicPrice: Expensive• American• Sydney CBD
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4.7
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Rhiannon
Sydney •1 review
5.0
Dined on 1 Nov 2024
Amazing service and an even better team! The food always comes out quick and taste amazing! Great for birthday celebrations also!
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Wingboy Darling SquarePrice: Moderate• American• Haymarket
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4.6
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Yun
Sydney •3 reviews
5.0
Dined on 26 Oct 2024
Very nice restaurant, unique Korean culinary experience. Highly recommended
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KoboPrice: Very Expensive• Korean• Circular Quay
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4.8

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15 restaurants available nearby

1. The Grounds of the City

2. Door Knock

3. Kobo

4. Wingboy Darling Square

5. Roast Republic

6. Cartel

7. Wingboy Newtown

8. Surly's

9. Belly Bao

10. City Oltra

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