Best Historic Restaurants in Balmain

10 restaurants available nearby

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1. The Grounds Coffee Factory

4.3

Awesome(89)

Price: Moderate

• Australian • Eveleigh

Booked 39 times today

A story 10 years in the making, The Roastery is an experiential café unlike any other, a love letter to coffee and the memorable moments it creates. Housed within the historic Locomotive Workshops of South Eveleigh, The Roastery pays homage to its industrial past while providing an unforgettable experience for coffee lovers everywhere, letting you enjoy your brew amongst the very machinery that makes it possible.

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2. Pony Dining The Rocks

4.6

Exceptional(70)

Price: Expensive

• Steakhouse • The Rocks

Booked 16 times today

Pony’s executive chef and team are the masters of the wood fire grill, producing contemporary and modern Australian dishes of the season’s freshest produce since its opening in 2006. In an open kitchen where Exec Chef Neil Nolan enjoys a chat with our guests, the Argentinian grill fuelled by iron bark takes dominance with the menu created around this masterpiece. Pony is located in Sydney’s oldest cobblestone laneway within the historic and bustling dining precinct of The Rocks offering inside and outside seating. Our carefully crafted boutique selection of wines and delicious cocktail list complements our a la carte and group menus.

3. Glass Brasserie

4.5

Awesome(1822)

Price: Expensive

• Modern Australian • Sydney CBD

Booked 31 times today

Glass Brasserie is an eloquent, lofty restaurant and wine bar with panoramic views overlooking Sydney's historic Queen Victoria Building. Under the culinary guidance of critically acclaimed restaurateur and chef Luke Mangan, head chef Natalie Murphy dreams up honest, simple culinary experiences that celebrate the finest seasonal produce in imbued flavour.The brasserie-style menu is designed to take guests on a journey, losing themselves in the enclaves of the restaurant's ambiance, flavours and character. Glass boasts one of Sydney's most comprehensive wine lists, curated by Head Sommelier, Mauro Bortolato for almost two decades. The 3,500 strong collection is encased in a striking wine wall that spans floor to ceiling through the space. Designed by renowned interior designer, Tony Chi, the restaurant's interior exudes equal party's intimacy and grandeur with it's ambient open-plan kitchen and expansive day-to-night dining experiences.Located on Level 2, 488 George Street, Sydney.

4. The Doss House

4.4

Awesome(288)

Price: Moderate

• Australian • The Rocks

Booked 3 times today

The Doss House - where fine whiskies and cocktails meet the historical char of one of the oldest suburbs, The Rocks. Combine this with one of our famous Cheese Boards or Ploughman's Platters from our ever-changing menu and you might have just found your perfect spot to spend the day sipping on premium spirits. Tugged away between George St and Kendall Lane we're right there but so hidden at the same time.Recapturing the convivial spirit of Sydney’s formative years, the original sandstone walls of The Doss House bring warmth to our unique basement bar which features a beautiful terrace area and rare original fireplaces.Built in the 1840s, what we call The Doss House today has been the home to a rich, eclectic collection of tenants including a boot maker, boarding house, doctor’s surgery and opium dealer, some which have been entwined within the interiors of the five, cosy bar spaces.

5. 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.

6. Bistro St Jacques

4.6

Exceptional(4)

Price: Moderate

• French • Redfern

Neighbourhood French Bistro in the heart of Redfern.Situated in a charming terrace on a beautiful tree-lined street in historic Redfern, Sydney is Bistro St Jacques. Fresh, seasonal produce, classic flavour combinations and warm hospitality bring our locals back time and time again. With the added pleasure of a splendid array of wines and the warmth of our friendly, attentive staff, this charming culinary haven gifts its patrons an authentic French bistro milieu.

7. Spice House

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Price: Moderate

• Asian • Chippendale

Spice House is the upstairs space of one of our historic terrace houses, comprised of 2 rooms, both with their own balconies. The rooms can be used as a function or event space, or as private dining rooms. Follow the fiery red dragon up the stairs to experience Spice Alley privately, and set your next gathering amongst the bold style and seductive spell of Spice House.To secure one or both rooms of Spice House, the charge is $40 per person. The $40 per person fee includes $30 worth of Spice Alley food* and drinks**. The remaining $10 covers venue hire, use of eskies, plastic cups, additional share plates and cutlery, use of the Spice House sound system and cleaning fee.* Your $30 credit is valid at Alex Lee Kitchen, Ginger & Spice, Bang Luck Thai Street Food, Sedap Malaysian, Yum Yum Asian BBQ & Salad, Hong Kong Diner, Shanghai Dumpling Bar, Beer Garden, Dimsum House and Tabe-ru.A minimum of 10 guests and full prepayment is required to secure a booking at Spice House.

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8. Gavroche Chippendale

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4.4

Awesome(291)

Price: Expensive

• French • Chippendale

Booked 9 times today

Gavroche Chippendale is your little corner of Paris in the heart of Sydney. It brings not only classic French cuisine to Sydney, but also an accoutrement from the culinary epicentre of the country – like an imposing oakwood entrance from Lyon’s venerable Brasserie Georges, brass-railed banquette seating, oversized carved wooden bar and hand-painted tiled walls for an authentic Parisian experience. Taste your way through our classic Parisian menu by French-born Chef Batiste Gouraud and his team, from escargots de bourgogne, steak frites and canard confit to the classic crème brûlée. With an array of classic dishes that capture the Parisian spirit, and a wine list with a mix of hand-selected French and Australian wines, you’ve got the buzz of Paris in the heart of Sydney!Located inside the heritage-listed historic Old Rum Store located on the bustling Kensington Street in Chippendale. In close proximity to Sydney's Central Station and University of Technology.

9. Abattoir Blues

4.5

Awesome(269)

Price: Moderate

• Australian • Homebush

Booked 13 times today

Abattoir Blues is Sydney Olympic Park’s notorious, fully-licensed, boutique diner hidden away in a historic 1900s abattoir building. Capturing the heart and soul of the Park, Abattoir Blues is a restaurant, café and bar experience worth discovering.We are open for all events in the park, and extend our trading hours to accommodate patrons and punters before a concert, sporting event or whatever reason you are in the park. We are the local's choice dining spot and a hotspot for those visiting the park.

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10. Karoo & Co The Old School

4.5

Awesome(396)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • St Ives

Booked 3 times today

Karoo & Co The Old school is located in the heritage-listed old St Ives Public School. Lovingly renovated to bring out its old school charm, makes this a perfect place to come together and enjoy the warmth of our good food and hospitality.Using select premium ingredients our team has created a seasonal menu of wines, cocktails, and food that draws inspiration from all corners of the world, Come on in and & enjoy what our old school charm has to offer!

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Jane
Hawaii •5 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
Beautiful night, outstanding food,mocktails and lovely waiter - we had a wonderful birthday celebration for my girlfriend. Thank you.
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Glass BrasseriePrice: Expensive• Modern Australian• Sydney CBD
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4.5
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Lena
Austria •1 review
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
The Grounds Coffee Factory is truly a unique spot to enjoy a stylish ambience with lovely people from the warm welcome in the beginning to the great service in the restaurant to the lovely goodbye. We not only tried the delicious, perfect lunch, coke with vanilla ice cream (super delicious even if it sounds crazy in the first place) but also enjoyed banana split and obviously the fantastic coffee. The lovely waitress Eva really made our stay perfect and treated us with so much warmth and kindness. Our factory tour beforehand with the amazing Emerson was an adventure too. He truly followed his passion to share his devotion for coffee and included us fully in his tour, answered every question and made us feel very welcome. Every single interaction was just so nice and we truly enjoyed how special each and everyone treated my family and me. Thank you so much - we'll be back! Lena, Fritz & Michele
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The Grounds Coffee FactoryPrice: Moderate• Australian• Eveleigh
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4.3
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Olimpiavip
Orange County •20 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
We ordered the Kangaroo Skewers, Yellowfin Tuna and a Tomahawk steak, along with broccolini and pumpkin as sides to share. Every dish was excellent. It exceeded our expectations, and we would highly recommend visiting for an incredible meal. We plan on going again.
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Pony Dining The RocksPrice: Expensive• Steakhouse• The Rocks
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4.6
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Annemarie
Sydney •1 review
5.0
Dined on 2 Nov 2024
Charming historical sandstone building, great ambience and friendly service. We will definitely be back.
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The Doss HousePrice: Moderate• Australian• The Rocks
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4.4
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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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10 restaurants available nearby

1. The Grounds Coffee Factory

2. Pony Dining The Rocks

3. Glass Brasserie

4. The Doss House

5. Kobo

6. Bistro St Jacques

7. Spice House

8. Gavroche Chippendale

9. Abattoir Blues

10. Karoo & Co The Old School

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