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Stumbled across Bill's on several blogs and websites stating it's a must go-to breakfast spot. I'd say it's very average in comparison. However, there aren't a lot of breakfast places to choose so I guess I see how this stands out. We came mid morning on a week day and were able to get seated promptly although super busy inside and out. The place has a retro diner feel with a modern twist. Staff was attentive and helpful with the menu choices. I did really enjoy the famous ricotta pancakes. Not overpoweringly sweet but still rich and filling. I added a berry jam side to add to the dish as recommended - delicious! My partner had the basic breakfast of toast, avo, eggs. And it was just that, very basic. Overall, a good spot to pop into but nothing to overhype and get everyone there to try. Just good for a simple meal when hungry. Plenty of locations too.
Stumbled upon Bills when we were planning our trip to Sydney and was excited to try this super popular restaurant brunch. A 10-15 min walk from Central station in Sydney. We arrived around 12:30pm on a weekday and it was busy and full. The wait for a table wasn't terribly long (we waited around 10 min or so). Food wise, my husband and I both ordered the full aussie (scrambled eggs, cumin roast tomato, herbed garlic mushrooms, pork, chili and fennel sausage, bacon, and iggy's sourdough toast). Everything tasted great! We were super full after our meal from all that food. I saw other customers ordering pancakes which looked delicious as well. The servers were friendly and attentive. Overall, we had a great meal here!
The sister and I met a friend here. It was recommended as a highly popular spot. We were able to get a table immediately even though it looked fully booked. WAGYU BURGER- grilled swiss, pickled green chili, herb mayo, rocket, and fries This was the best burger I had while in sydney. The patty was so tender and juicy. I especially like the pickled chili with the meatiness of the beef. The fries were also cooked perfectly. It was thin and crispy. RICOTTA HOTCAKES- banana and honeycomb butter This was my first time having hotcakes in sydney and it did not disappoint. It was so fluffy and airy. I've never had anything like it. I'm not even a fan of cheese, but it worked so well with the hotcakes because it was balanced well with the fresh bananas and sweet honey butter. I would come back for this. HOMEMADE ALMOND MILK SPICED CHAI I wasn't a huge fan of this chai because the almond milk changed the flavors of the herbal and spice of the drink. It wasn't as aromatic as I expected it would be and the spice was too subtle. I would come here again next time I'm in town.
I love the friendly customer service and banter the staff here provide. Foods great, portion size is great & the mango passion fruit pavlova is a MUST. The steak frites are my go to with cafe de Paris butter, fries and garden salad.
I have always wanted to try the food at Bills ever since my friend made fish tacos using his cook book. She highly recommended his cook books for easy to follow recipes and which turned out successful dishes. So off I went and bought several of his cook books when Borders was still around. So it was something on my bucket list that I MUST try the breakfast at Bills. To Sydneysiders, Bills may be an overpriced place or there are also other places with similar food quality as Bills but at a much lower price. But to visitors from places where such good quality fares is rare, then Bills is definitely a must visit place. We went on a weekday morning and we were lucky to get a table as the place was packed around 10 am. The place was bright and welcoming and you could see it was like a neighborhood breakfast place. Service was cheery though a bit on the slow side as there were only a few servers on duty for a full room. We ordered the ricotta hotcakes and corn fritters to share. I would say the corn fritters trumped the ricotta hotcakes. The fritters were crispy and full of the natural sweetness of corn, plus it was not so oily it would leave your with a greasy aftertaste. The ricotta hotcakes were light but I could not really taste the honeycomb butter. They were good but not sublime. It was a pricey breakfast as for 2 dishes and 2 cups of coffee, it came close to A$50.
I came here for famous pancake. Pancake, to be honest not so impressive. Rather say disappointed. I can have much better one in Japan or somewhere else. Other menu was good. Veggie fritters was good. I love it !
Was pretty crowded on a Monday during lunch hour. Decided to try this place out after several Yelpers recommendations. Tried out the ricotta pancakes and sunrise smoothie. For the pancakes, it was fluffy and when combined with their honeycomb and butter it was pretty flavorful. The portion was pretty good and with sliced bananas, you will be filled fast. Something different from the pancakes you have tasted. The sunrise smoothie wasn't that great. More towards sour than sweet. Servers were friendly and fast. Was able to dine in in less than 1 hour. Space was pretty narrow. I liked the open concept kitchen and the modern interior design. Price wise was on the expensive end. Overall, it was a good experience :)
Sis and I enjoyed our corn fritters and coffee Breakie here. We barely had a wait before being seated. The service was cheerful and good. Definitely made up for the horrific experience just a couple of days prior at FouratFive. I will definitely return!
The food is amazing which I guess justifies the price and the wait, but I guess that depends on how patient you are. I went here and had the corn fritters with avo salsa (an extra charge) and also added a side of miso mushrooms. It was very filling and I actually took half home. The mushrooms were a bit cold and nothing special (I'd hoped they be like mushrooms at Haven Tailoring Coffee Joyously which are great) but now I know. My friend had the Ricotta hot cakes which were amazing. We both had fresh squeezed OJ which was nice and she had a latte....then our bill was $75 for two at brunch. A bit much but tasty and we enjoyed sitting at the outdoor table. We waited about 30 minutes but it wasn't terrible. Of note, despite some all day breakfast items, breakfast ends at noon and since we had to wait 30 minutes, it was done by the time we we sat down. The best items seem to be all day though so not a huge concern. No take away.
I must have lucked out because I got an outdoor table without any wait time on a Saturday! I tried the corn fritters and loved it so much I even googled the recipe on the spot! Will try to make it at home one of these days :) I had to dock one star because my coffee came after my breakfast even though I ordered the coffee the second I sat down. Not to mention I had to ask for silverware and it was crudely given to me by one of the wait staff (not even my server). I understand she is busy but busy is no excuse to poor customer service.
Why have I not reviewed Bill's before? Nice rich macchiato. Lovely deep smooth flavour with no bitterness. Great, thick fluffy hot cakes complete with honeycomb butter, maple syrup and a generous serve of fresh banana. These wonderful pancakes are riddled with little surprise chunks of ricotta making these airy creations even more luscious. Don't miss these fluffy masterpieces.
WOW! We literally stumbled into this place and were extremely pleasantly surprised. I ordered the Spicy Sticky Pork Belly and the wife ordered the Poached Coconut Chicken Sandwich. Both were absolutely out of this world! When the pork belly came to the table, I was informed that it was designed to be finger food and to wrap the pork belly in the lettuce cups... It was phenomenal! The pork belly was a good combination of spice and sweet and paired well with the cucumber slices and chopped peanuts.
1 year ago
This was the BEST breakfast spot in Surry Hills. Bills was recommended to my family from a local in Sydney, and it exceeded all expectations. Our favorite dishes were the banana pancakes, tofu scramble, and the black sesame latte (with a shot of espresso). The black sesame latte was the most delicious drink I have ever enjoyed-- we ordered multiple since we couldn't get enough! The staff were attentive, kind, and helpful with menu suggestions. The restaurant has a very cool and vintage vibe that felt warm and relaxing. We were so impressed with Bills that we came back twice! A MUST VISIT for any travelers! read more
A must-visit for anyone looking for a fantastic brunch experience. The vibe is chick yet casual that's perfect for catching up with friends or enjoying a leisurely meal. The food lives up to the hype. Their ricotta hotcakes are a standout -fluffy yet hearty, striking a perfect balance between classic hotcakes and japanese soufflé pancakes. Topped with honeycomb butter and banana, they are indulgent without being overly sweet. The coffee is well-crafted, complementing the meal perfectly. Service is friendly and attentive, even during busy hours. Definitely a place I will return to whenever I am in Sydney. read more
1 year ago
Stumbled across Bill's on several blogs and websites stating it's a must go-to breakfast spot. I'd say it's very average in comparison. However, there aren't a lot of breakfast places to choose so I guess I see how this stands out. We came mid morning on a week day and were able to get seated promptly although super busy inside and out. The place has a retro diner feel with a modern twist. Staff was attentive and helpful with the menu choices. I did really enjoy the famous ricotta pancakes. Not overpoweringly sweet but still rich and filling. I added a berry jam side to add to the dish as recommended - delicious! My partner had the basic breakfast of toast, avo, eggs. And it was just that, very basic. Overall, a good spot to pop into but nothing to overhype and get everyone there to try. Just good for a simple meal when hungry. Plenty of locations too. read more
Stumbled upon Bills when we were planning our trip to Sydney and was excited to try this super popular restaurant brunch. A 10-15 min walk from Central station in Sydney. We arrived around 12:30pm on a weekday and it was busy and full. The wait for a table wasn't terribly long (we waited around 10 min or so). Food wise, my husband and I both ordered the full aussie (scrambled eggs, cumin roast tomato, herbed garlic mushrooms, pork, chili and fennel sausage, bacon, and iggy's sourdough toast). Everything tasted great! We were super full after our meal from all that food. I saw other customers ordering pancakes which looked delicious as well. The servers were friendly and attentive. Overall, we had a great meal here! read more
2 years ago
A very small place for the number of seatings... but their service and foods are excellent. I would love to go back there again when we are back in Sydney! read more
The sister and I met a friend here. It was recommended as a highly popular spot. We were able to get a table immediately even though it looked fully booked. WAGYU BURGER- grilled swiss, pickled green chili, herb mayo, rocket, and fries This was the best burger I had while in sydney. The patty was so tender and juicy. I especially like the pickled chili with the meatiness of the beef. The fries were also cooked perfectly. It was thin and crispy. RICOTTA HOTCAKES- banana and honeycomb butter This was my first time having hotcakes in sydney and it did not disappoint. It was so fluffy and airy. I've never had anything like it. I'm not even a fan of cheese, but it worked so well with the hotcakes because it was balanced well with the fresh bananas and sweet honey butter. I would come back for this. HOMEMADE ALMOND MILK SPICED CHAI I wasn't a huge fan of this chai because the almond milk changed the flavors of the herbal and spice of the drink. It wasn't as aromatic as I expected it would be and the spice was too subtle. I would come here again next time I'm in town. read more
7 years ago
I love the friendly customer service and banter the staff here provide. Foods great, portion size is great & the mango passion fruit pavlova is a MUST. The steak frites are my go to with cafe de Paris butter, fries and garden salad. read more
12 years ago
I have always wanted to try the food at Bills ever since my friend made fish tacos using his cook book. She highly recommended his cook books for easy to follow recipes and which turned out successful dishes. So off I went and bought several of his cook books when Borders was still around. So it was something on my bucket list that I MUST try the breakfast at Bills. To Sydneysiders, Bills may be an overpriced place or there are also other places with similar food quality as Bills but at a much lower price. But to visitors from places where such good quality fares is rare, then Bills is definitely a must visit place. We went on a weekday morning and we were lucky to get a table as the place was packed around 10 am. The place was bright and welcoming and you could see it was like a neighborhood breakfast place. Service was cheery though a bit on the slow side as there were only a few servers on duty for a full room. We ordered the ricotta hotcakes and corn fritters to share. I would say the corn fritters trumped the ricotta hotcakes. The fritters were crispy and full of the natural sweetness of corn, plus it was not so oily it would leave your with a greasy aftertaste. The ricotta hotcakes were light but I could not really taste the honeycomb butter. They were good but not sublime. It was a pricey breakfast as for 2 dishes and 2 cups of coffee, it came close to A$50. read more
3 years ago
8 years ago
I came here for famous pancake. Pancake, to be honest not so impressive. Rather say disappointed. I can have much better one in Japan or somewhere else. Other menu was good. Veggie fritters was good. I love it ! read more
11 years ago
Was pretty crowded on a Monday during lunch hour. Decided to try this place out after several Yelpers recommendations. Tried out the ricotta pancakes and sunrise smoothie. For the pancakes, it was fluffy and when combined with their honeycomb and butter it was pretty flavorful. The portion was pretty good and with sliced bananas, you will be filled fast. Something different from the pancakes you have tasted. The sunrise smoothie wasn't that great. More towards sour than sweet. Servers were friendly and fast. Was able to dine in in less than 1 hour. Space was pretty narrow. I liked the open concept kitchen and the modern interior design. Price wise was on the expensive end. Overall, it was a good experience :) read more
Sis and I enjoyed our corn fritters and coffee Breakie here. We barely had a wait before being seated. The service was cheerful and good. Definitely made up for the horrific experience just a couple of days prior at FouratFive. I will definitely return! read more
The food is amazing which I guess justifies the price and the wait, but I guess that depends on how patient you are. I went here and had the corn fritters with avo salsa (an extra charge) and also added a side of miso mushrooms. It was very filling and I actually took half home. The mushrooms were a bit cold and nothing special (I'd hoped they be like mushrooms at Haven Tailoring Coffee Joyously which are great) but now I know. My friend had the Ricotta hot cakes which were amazing. We both had fresh squeezed OJ which was nice and she had a latte....then our bill was $75 for two at brunch. A bit much but tasty and we enjoyed sitting at the outdoor table. We waited about 30 minutes but it wasn't terrible. Of note, despite some all day breakfast items, breakfast ends at noon and since we had to wait 30 minutes, it was done by the time we we sat down. The best items seem to be all day though so not a huge concern. No take away. read more
11 years ago
I must have lucked out because I got an outdoor table without any wait time on a Saturday! I tried the corn fritters and loved it so much I even googled the recipe on the spot! Will try to make it at home one of these days :) I had to dock one star because my coffee came after my breakfast even though I ordered the coffee the second I sat down. Not to mention I had to ask for silverware and it was crudely given to me by one of the wait staff (not even my server). I understand she is busy but busy is no excuse to poor customer service. read more
Why have I not reviewed Bill's before? Nice rich macchiato. Lovely deep smooth flavour with no bitterness. Great, thick fluffy hot cakes complete with honeycomb butter, maple syrup and a generous serve of fresh banana. These wonderful pancakes are riddled with little surprise chunks of ricotta making these airy creations even more luscious. Don't miss these fluffy masterpieces. read more
WOW! We literally stumbled into this place and were extremely pleasantly surprised. I ordered the Spicy Sticky Pork Belly and the wife ordered the Poached Coconut Chicken Sandwich. Both were absolutely out of this world! When the pork belly came to the table, I was informed that it was designed to be finger food and to wrap the pork belly in the lettuce cups... It was phenomenal! The pork belly was a good combination of spice and sweet and paired well with the cucumber slices and chopped peanuts. read more
You don't need me to tell you that Bill's in Surry Hills is a great café for breakfast, lunch or dinner. But I do need to tell you what a great café Bill's for breakfast, lunch or dinner! It has friendly attentive waitstaff who have teeth whiter than a Colgate commercial; outdoor tables to watch the hipsters, cool cats and locals shuffle on by; and delicious meals that offer a dining experience that is simply wonderful. read more
14 years ago
I'm not from Sydney, so I can say I wasn't really aware of the 'hype' surrounding Bill's when I came here for breakfast. In fact I was only there because it looked nice and was at the bottom of my apartment building. After I had breakfast I came back for lunch. The staff here were all incredibly friendly, and didn't mind that I sat around for a while tapping on my laptop with only a drink. i loved their list of cold drinks, offering a lot more than just coke, bottled juices, and a milkshake or two. There are freshly squeezed juices, homemade lemonade, and some other fun options. The salmon salad was also the best salad I can remember having in a very long time. read more
9 years ago
Went back to Bill's after 10 years and the food is a little bit better than what I had before. This time I ordered the chopped salad with extra avocado and it was nice and refreshing however just not a good bang for buck. Bill's never been cheap but $29 for a bowl of salad is just an overkill We also had the corn fritters and that was really good. The ricotta pancakes was also excellent, fluffy, soft and moist. I had mine with no maple syrup but apparently it's yummy with the syrup too and and that amazing chocolate butter just melts in your mouth. Homemade chai latte was quite nice, not too sweet, cappuccino was strong but one of the best we've had. Overall Nice food just a little expensive for what you get however I think I would come back again for the ricotta pancakes and the corn fritters. read more
Worth the wait! I went there twice and I highly recommend it as a "must go" for breakfast. I have tried the hotcakes which are goods and really fluffy, toasts with avo and poached eggs, zucchini friters and the burger. Everything was tasty ! The staff is super friendly and the place is lovely. read more
13 years ago
I came here for a quiet dinner in the middle of fall with an old friend of mine. I heard this place is more recommended for brunch though. I had their wagyu burger. It wasn't THE best burger i've ever had, but still enjoyable. Overall i had a positive experience here and will come back for brunch next time i'm in Sydney! read more
This place is directly across the street from us. It's pretty unsuspecting when you look at it, we were thinking it might be some mediocre bistro or something. Came to find out it's one of the most popular brunch places in town with two other locations. We came with two lovely Goodby ladies who were in town for a Commonwealth Bank shoot. Food was DELICIOUS. We got the two most raved about items on the menu which were well-worth all the fuss: Sweet corn fritters with roast tomato, spinach and bacon Ricotta Hotcakes with fresh banana and honeycomb butter UPDATE: We've come for lunch and dinner a few times now and for a place that is known for brunch...they make a pretty mean Glazed Salmon over Soba Noodles. Impressive. read more
8 years ago
This is now my new favourite breakfast place in Sydney. The ambiance, service, and food are all 5 stars. Well done Bills on the relocation to your new space thoroughly impressed by the new look. Beautifully designed, considered acoustics and a sense of calmness in the bustling city. I'm looking forward to returning next time I'm visiting Sydney. read more
I love Bills and we visit most times when we go to Sydney. They open early and it's worthwhile forgoing the sleep in as it gets busy, especially on the weekends. The coffee is fantastic, so much so, I had two! Bills is famous for their scrambled eggs and the ricotta hot cakes. I had the eggs and they are sinfully good! My husband had the ricotta hot cakes and they were amazing! So light and fluffy and served with honeycomb butter and maple syrup. The staff are all very friendly and the decor is lovely too. The dinner and lunch menus also look fantastic so I shall be visiting again soon. read more
15 years ago
Bills for breakfast on a Saturday morning is a Sydney institution. The entire experience, including the obligatory wait for a table is very Sydney and very worth it. Because of this the menu hasn't changed in years! But that's ok because the food is great. Everyone has their favourite Bills brekkie, mine is the scrambled eggs on sourdough toast with a side of avocado - delish! Although my friends rave about the ricotta hotcakes. The rule is that you can't go wrong with a Bills brekkie. After breakfast Bills does a very nice lunch and dinner menu which continues the simple menu approach with a fusion vibe. Bills has nailed smart simplicity. The decor is simple, the menu is simple, the food is good. There's an element of "If it ain't broke..." about Bills and when you can still be assured you'll have a queue waiting for tables on any given weekend you can see why Bills remains popular. As more and more new restaurants spring up in Surry Hills offering new and different dining experiences, Bills provides a simple stylish meal. There's no pretence and there are certainly no hipsters here. read more
7 years ago
15 years ago
I feel really sad giving this rating but strangely its only for the Crown St restaurant. The one on Liverpool St is actually really good and in my mind still the original and the best brekkie in Sydney. The ricotta hotcakes, corn fritters and the scrambled eggs. So delicious! My experience at the Crown St Bills was really disappointing. It wasn't because of the wait because that is kinda expected at Bills, but it started as soon as we entered the door. Our coffees took a really long time, much longer than normal. Then the brekkie took a long time as well and when my ricotta hotcakes came out there were a few slices of banana and no honeycomb butter. Huh? That's what makes it special and it wasn't on my plate. My friend actually told me that she would never come to the Crown St Bills ever again. Its such a shame because the food is actually really good when done right. Sigh. read more
15 years ago
I've not been to the Darlinghurst Bills, but I've been to the Crown Street one a couple of times and my most recent experience was for breakfast (something Bills is supposed to excel in). After waiting for 30mins, we were seated. I can understand when there's a long wait because the food is fantastic, and breakfast seems to be the new dinner, but unfortunately despite it being pretty good, it wasn't worth waiting for half an hour to get a table! I had the sweet corn fritters with roast tomato, spinach and bacon ($18.50) which was fine, but no different from the same meal I can get at so many cafés in Sydney these days. It's good, but if there's a queue just take a short stroll down Crown Street (either way, doesn't matter) and find somewhere else. read more
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Second time here, first time was back in 2012 - speaks loads about its staying power :) I've never felt out of place even while being a lone diner, prompt service from the staff. Love the vibes, all abuzz and yet doesn't feel rushed. Five stars for the ambience and cheerful service staff, food's decent but I've had better ones at more pocket-friendly prices ;p Would still recommend this place, this is such a lovely neighourhood, warm and chill and the same time :) Good mix of tourists and locals here. A classic. read more
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