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The Cottage Bar & Kitchen, Balmain, AU-NSW

The Cottage Bar & Kitchen

4.6
4.6
325 Reviews
$40 and under
Modern Australian
  • Great for outdoor dining
  • Romantic
  • Good for special occasions
Established in 2012, The Cottage Bar and Kitchen has become a Balmain institution. The expansive courtyard is the perfect urban oasis to enjoy a tipple while the beautiful heritage facade hides one of the best cocktail bars in the inner west and a plethora of cosy spaces to settle in and relax.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $40 and under
  • Cuisines
    Modern Australian, Seafood, Cocktail Bar
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Wed 11:30 am–10:30 pm Thu–Sat 11:30 am–12:00 am Sun 11:30 am–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (02) 8084 8185
  • Website
    http://thecottagebalmain.com.au/
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Location
    342 Darling Street, Balmain, AU-NSW 2041
  • Neighborhood
    Balmain
  • Cross street
    Montague Street
  • Parking details
    Free street parking on Darling Street after 7pm. Meters apply at other times.Please check street signs for up to date information.
  • Public transit
    Balmain Wharfs, Buses.
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Beer Garden, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Delivery, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Wine

Menu

$1 Sydney Rock Oysters: Every Friday Lunch 11:30 Til Soldout

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  • Sydney Rock OysterA$4.50

    merimbula premium grade

    • AranciniA$15.00

      pumpkin, thyme, lemon, parmesan

      • Baked Goats Cheese*A$16.00

        leatherwood honey, sourdough

        • Roasted Cauliflower*A$17.00

          babaganoush, pistachio, pomegranate

          • Crispy Fried Brussel SproutsA$17.00

            pancetta, pecorino

            • Heirloom Tomatoes & Burrata*A$22.00

              dukkah, basil

              • Calamari FrittiA$23.00

                aioli

                • Kingfish TartareA$24.00

                  fingerlime, pomegranate, citrus dressing

                  • Grazing PlateA$25.00

                    choose 2 cheddar, brie, blue, jamon serrano

                    • Woodfire Split PrawnsA$34.00

                      charred lemon

                      Substantial

                      • Nourish SaladA$22.00

                        kale, freekah, sweet potato, watercress, avocado, miso

                        • Rigatoni ala VodkaA$23.00

                          parmesan, chilli

                          • Poached Chicken Salad*A$26.00

                            baby spinach, broad beans, peas, kifpler, almonds

                            • Lake's Entrance Battered FlatheadA$30.00

                              kipfler potato, tartare, lemon

                              • Pork CutletA$32.00

                                citrus mustard glaze, artichoke, celariac puree

                                • Coral Coast BarramundiA$32.00

                                  pea & zucchini vignole, parsnip puree, garlic cream

                                  • Lamb FilletsA$36.00

                                    harrisa, hummus, tabouli

                                    • Rib EyeA$45.00

                                      400g, medium rare, sliced, chilli-churri

                                      Woodfire Pizza

                                      • MargheritaA$23.00

                                        basil, heirloom tomato, bocconcini

                                        • Fun GuyA$24.00

                                          field & forest mushrooms, bocconcini, parmesan, black truffle

                                          • Smoked ChickenA$26.00

                                            jalapeno, Spanish onion, smoked BBQ, mozzarella, garlic oil

                                            • De JamonA$26.00

                                              18mth serrano, pear, parmesan, vincotto

                                              Sides

                                              • Shoestring Fries, Dried Herbs, RelishA$10.00

                                                • Smoky Salad*A$12.00

                                                  mixed leaf radicchio, pecan, apple, smoky dressing

                                                  Sweet Treats

                                                  • Lemon Meringue TartA$14.00

                                                    forest berry sorbet, berries

                                                    • Sticky Date*A$14.00

                                                      butterscotch, vanilla bean gelato

                                                      • Choc Brownie*A$14.00

                                                        espresso cream, brittle

                                                        • AffogatoA$14.00

                                                          Cocktails

                                                          We Also Make all your Favourite Classics: Aperol Spritz, Negroni, Martini, Old Fashioned, Mojito, Margarita, Sours, Caipiroska, Caipirinha, Cosmopolitan, Manhattan & More

                                                          • Salted Caramel Espresso MartiniA$18.00

                                                            • Twisted MargaritaA$18.00

                                                              blood orange ~ passionfruit ~ jalapeno

                                                              • Spring CarnivalA$19.00

                                                                zubrowka vodka, pomme verte, honey, apple, citrus, mint

                                                                • Hibiscus SpritzA$18.00

                                                                  aperol, pomegranate, rhubarb bitters, prosecco

                                                                  • Remember Me in the MorningA$19.00

                                                                    vodka, passionfruit, vanilla, peach, citrus, whites

                                                                    • Sloe CubanA$19.00

                                                                      our twist on a mojito, lime, mint, sloe gin

                                                                      • Chamomile SourA$19.00

                                                                        gin, chamomile, oolong tea, citrus, whites

                                                                        • Pomegranate & Lychee MartiniA$19.00

                                                                          gin, pomegranate, lychee, cranberry, citrus

                                                                          • Lost in TranslationA$20.00

                                                                            Japanese whiskey, ginger, blood orange, citrus

                                                                            • Pisco SourA$20.00

                                                                              pisco, lime, syrup, whites

                                                                              • Mount Mai TaiA$20.00

                                                                                rum, lime, pineapple, orgeat, falernum

                                                                                • Oui MademoiselleA$22.00

                                                                                  laurent-perrier champagne, esprit de figues fig

                                                                                  • Spiced NegroniA$22.00

                                                                                    big river 'christmas' gin, campari, rosso vermouth

                                                                                    Beer

                                                                                    • Cascade Premium Light, TasmaniaA$7.00

                                                                                      • Coopers Pale Ale, AdelaideA$9.00

                                                                                        • Corona, MexicoA$9.00

                                                                                          • Peroni Red, ItalyA$9.00

                                                                                            • White Bay Union Lager, SydneyA$10.00

                                                                                              • Young Henry's Newtowner Pale, SydneyA$10.00

                                                                                                • Balter Xpa, Gold CoastA$11.00

                                                                                                  • The Grifter Pilsner, SydneyA$11.00

                                                                                                    • Stone & Wood Pacific Ale, Byron BayA$11.00

                                                                                                      • Capital Brewing Rock Hopper IPA CanberraA$12.00

                                                                                                        • The Grifter Omen Oatmeal Stout, SydneyA$12.00

                                                                                                          • Batlow Cloudy Apple Cider, BatlowA$11.00

                                                                                                            Non-Alcoholic

                                                                                                            • San Pellegrino

                                                                                                              • 750mlA$9.00

                                                                                                            • Cold Press | PineappleA$8.00

                                                                                                              • Bundaberg Ginger BeerA$6.00

                                                                                                                • Citrus BlissA$9.50

                                                                                                                  apple, blood orange, lychee, citrus, passionfruit

                                                                                                                  • Lychee LemonadeA$9.00

                                                                                                                    lychee shrub, citrus, cranberry

                                                                                                                    What 325 people are saying

                                                                                                                    Overall ratings and reviews

                                                                                                                    4.6
                                                                                                                    4.6 based on all time ratings
                                                                                                                    • 4.5Food
                                                                                                                    • 4.5Service
                                                                                                                    • 4.6Ambience
                                                                                                                    • 4.3Value

                                                                                                                    Noise • Energetic

                                                                                                                    325 Reviews

                                                                                                                    1. NickG

                                                                                                                      Sydney

                                                                                                                      5 reviews

                                                                                                                      5.0

                                                                                                                      5 reviews

                                                                                                                      Dined on June 6, 2021

                                                                                                                      1. Overall 5
                                                                                                                      2. Food 5
                                                                                                                      3. Service 5
                                                                                                                      4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                                      First time and lived up to expectations. We were lucky enough to get a table for dinner outside, with the heaters to keep us warm. Food, service all very good. We enjoyed the arancini, brussel sprouts, pizzas. Will definitely return.

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                                                                                                                    2. MattP

                                                                                                                      Sydney

                                                                                                                      1 review

                                                                                                                      5.0

                                                                                                                      1 review

                                                                                                                      Dined on June 5, 2021

                                                                                                                      1. Overall 5
                                                                                                                      2. Food 5
                                                                                                                      3. Service 5
                                                                                                                      4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                                      Enjoyed dining at The Cottage and would be happy to go again.

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                                                                                                                    3. CharlotteT

                                                                                                                      Sydney

                                                                                                                      1 review

                                                                                                                      3.0

                                                                                                                      1 review

                                                                                                                      Dined on June 4, 2021

                                                                                                                      1. Overall 3
                                                                                                                      2. Food 2
                                                                                                                      3. Service 4
                                                                                                                      4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                                      Food was terrible - the Morton Bay bug specifically (which we paid $40 for) was watery and old and freezing cold.

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                                                                                                                    4. HBK121212

                                                                                                                      Charleston

                                                                                                                      1 review

                                                                                                                      5.0

                                                                                                                      1 review

                                                                                                                      Dined on June 1, 2021

                                                                                                                      1. Overall 5
                                                                                                                      2. Food 5
                                                                                                                      3. Service 5
                                                                                                                      4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                                      This was my first time dining at The Cottage and I absolutely loved it. The restaurant itself is beautifully decorated and quaint, lots of ambiance. Great service, attentive wait staff who took great care of us. And the food! Great variety of options on the menu, including vegetarian options. We tried 4 of the shared plates, 3 different mains and 2 desserts and every single thing we had was delicious! Plus they have a comprehensive wine list to go with the food, featuring lots of high quality wines. Will definitely be returning, what a gem!

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                                                                                                                    5. EwanB

                                                                                                                      Sydney

                                                                                                                      3 reviews

                                                                                                                      5.0

                                                                                                                      3 reviews

                                                                                                                      Dined on June 1, 2021

                                                                                                                      1. Overall 5
                                                                                                                      2. Food 5
                                                                                                                      3. Service 5
                                                                                                                      4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                                      Amazing! A must do for a long, lazy, boozy lunch. The food and ambiance are awesome. Was such a lovely afternoon.

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                                                                                                                    6. KateG

                                                                                                                      Sydney

                                                                                                                      1 review

                                                                                                                      4.0

                                                                                                                      1 review

                                                                                                                      Dined on May 31, 2021

                                                                                                                      1. Overall 4
                                                                                                                      2. Food 4
                                                                                                                      3. Service 4
                                                                                                                      4. Ambience 4
                                                                                                                      Great food - also love the old house turned restaurant - so much nicer than the standard storefront style bar/restaurant. Great date night place - but can be a bit noisy

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                                                                                                                    7. Clair

                                                                                                                      Sydney

                                                                                                                      1 review

                                                                                                                      5.0

                                                                                                                      1 review

                                                                                                                      Dined on May 30, 2021

                                                                                                                      1. Overall 5
                                                                                                                      2. Food 5
                                                                                                                      3. Service 5
                                                                                                                      4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                                      My friend and I enjoyed ourselves. I will be taking other friends there soon!

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                                                                                                                    8. Lili

                                                                                                                      Sydney

                                                                                                                      1 review

                                                                                                                      4.0

                                                                                                                      1 review

                                                                                                                      Dined on May 29, 2021

                                                                                                                      1. Overall 4
                                                                                                                      2. Food 4
                                                                                                                      3. Service 4
                                                                                                                      4. Ambience 4
                                                                                                                      Great rustic atmosphere, friendly staff, excellent cocktails and good food.

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                                                                                                                    9. Gourmatica

                                                                                                                      Sydney

                                                                                                                      1 review

                                                                                                                      3.0

                                                                                                                      1 review

                                                                                                                      Dined on May 29, 2021

                                                                                                                      1. Overall 3
                                                                                                                      2. Food 2
                                                                                                                      3. Service 4
                                                                                                                      4. Ambience 3
                                                                                                                      We don’t come here often but it was always a treat. The food was wonderful. Sadly, since a new simplified menu some years ago, the food has been average, nothing to really complain about but certainly not special anymore. I did send the french fries back as they arrived cold. I must say that they were very good about that and replaced them willingly and did not charge us for them.

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                                                                                                                    10. DavidM

                                                                                                                      Sydney

                                                                                                                      4 reviews

                                                                                                                      5.0

                                                                                                                      4 reviews

                                                                                                                      Dined on May 28, 2021

                                                                                                                      1. Overall 5
                                                                                                                      2. Food 5
                                                                                                                      3. Service 5
                                                                                                                      4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                                      Always brilliant, the staff are friendly but professional delivering the food and drinks with a smile. I just love the place

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                                                                                                                    The Cottage Bar & Kitchen is rated 4.6 stars by 325 OpenTable diners.

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                                                                                                                    Google Map for The Cottage Bar & Kitchen

                                                                                                                    342 Darling Street, Balmain, AU-NSW 2041

                                                                                                                    Additional information

                                                                                                                    • Cross street
                                                                                                                      Montague Street
                                                                                                                    • Neighborhood
                                                                                                                      Balmain
                                                                                                                    • Hours of operation
                                                                                                                      Mon–Wed 11:30 am–10:30 pm Thu–Sat 11:30 am–12:00 am Sun 11:30 am–10:00 pm
                                                                                                                    • Price
                                                                                                                      $40 and under
                                                                                                                    • Cuisines
                                                                                                                      Modern Australian, Seafood, Cocktail Bar
                                                                                                                    • Dining style
                                                                                                                      Casual Dining
                                                                                                                    • Dress code
                                                                                                                      Smart Casual
                                                                                                                    • Parking details
                                                                                                                      Free street parking on Darling Street after 7pm. Meters apply at other times.Please check street signs for up to date information.
                                                                                                                    • Public transit
                                                                                                                      Balmain Wharfs, Buses.
                                                                                                                    • Payment options
                                                                                                                      AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
                                                                                                                    • Additional
                                                                                                                      Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Beer Garden, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Delivery, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Wine
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