I was looking for French toast or pancakes for breakfast (something that wasn't toast with something on top). Bowery Lane had French toast on the menu so we headed there. It was made with a crispy coating and had raspberry sauce, granola, and mascarpone. No syrup. It was quite good and hit the spot. My hot latte was perfect. Service was good. We sat inside the restaurant, although there was seating in the building atrium outside the entry. Lots of business people conducting meetings. read more

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Elegant and modern brunch spot with friendly staff. My family and I came here during our visit to Sydney (pre-covid) and had a good experience. read more

Bowery Lane - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Sydney, NSW

Classy and tasty brunch! Definitely, not the San Fran Brunch so the portion is fair enough! The place is cozy and charming. The waitress was cool and helped us with the best choice I recommend highly the BOY - scout , it's delicious!!! read more

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I went to Bowery Lane for a dinner with Friends and was quite disappointed. I had read a lot of great reviews about this modern Australian restaurant but was not amazed. We ordered the organic chicken to share - the plate looked great but the taste was not there. I found the chicken dry and the pieces had a lot of bones. The roasted pumpkin were nice. We took as sides sweet potatoe with labne and burnt carrots with tahini. I overall found that all dishes sounded and looked great but the flavours and seasoning were too mild. I would not go back to Bowery lane. read more

Only tried the coffee- I didn't have my regular order so I feel apprehensive about making a review- however from what I had and my first impressions this place looked pretty cool and the coffee was quite tasty. I'm keen to come back and try the coffee again and also check out the food (there is a large seated area). Will update my review when I come back. read more

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Bowery Lane is open at all hours - breakfast, lunch, dinner. I tried their coffee one morning and have tried the dinner menu. Coffee was so-so. I was lured into Bowery Lane because of the cute modern loft-style decor, with lush plants hanging overhead in the cosy coffee bar. Also spotted a Ryan Gosling lookalike in a smart suit sipping on his coffee - alone! Dinner - the coffee bar had transformed into a foyer / waiting area for diners. Up a couple of stairs was the dining space. Nice fit out with cute intimate booths on the sides and larger tables in the centre. The whole barramundi to share (serves 2) looked great and was filling, but it was very bland. I could have made that dish at home. Cocktail was nice, had a strong smoky flavour and came with a dried orange peel, reminiscent of cocktails served in 1920s prohibition bars. The sweet potato chips were not as crispy as I had imagined them to be and the sour cream dressing was plain. Serving size was a little on the smaller side. The side of greens were average. For such a great space, the food was a bit disappointing. They have a deal for shared dishes on some weeknights. Unfortunately even if Ryan Gosling was a permanent fixture, I'm not sure that I would return.. but I would walk past a couple of times! read more

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Located near Wynyard Station, Bowery Lane is not a place that you would drop in by chance. Within the lobby of a city-scrapper, half a level up from a barista area is an industrial themed dinning room. Industrial mostly because the pipes are visible looking at the ceiling. The sitting is cozy (the gaps are tight as cheap Asian restaurants).It was a Monday and when I ordered the NY Cheeseburger, the waiter kindly reminded me of the special: free beer with the burger meal for $20! Service overall is attentive despite them walking into my chair, it's a little too cozy. Some people complained about not getting attention because of being under-dressed, I think they have moved on from that as there was a guy in a NBA singlet and he was eating quite happily. NEW YORK CHEESEBURGER $20 (Wagyu, bois bourdan, monterey jack, tomato cos, caramelised onion with fries) The burger was the best meal of this visit, the free beer (on Mondays) is just a bonus. The beef patty has body to it, dense and cooked medium-rare. It is a classic done well, all the boxes were ticked: cheese melted, fresh and soft textured bun, good seasoning and condiments. Highly recommended. PAN-FRIED HIRAMASA KINGFISH $29 (Tahini, charred corn, baby leeks, pea shoots, sherry vinaigrette) The fish is cooked well, some of it was dry but that might be the way it was intended. The fish skin was crispy and delightful just as it should be. The garnish was a little uninspired and lacked freshness and vibrancy. There was also a lack of seasoning and distinct flavour to the dish. CHAR GRILLED LAMB RIBS $14 (Gremolata, rocket) The ribs were cooked to a succulent texture with a crisp outer layer which gave a distinct combination which is very enjoyable. The meat easily felt off the bone, but it is just too satisfying to use fingers to enjoy it fully. The greenery accompaniment did not bring much and again the seasoning was non-existent. Conclusion Bowery Lane is hard to find but has a mouth-watering menu for carnivores to remember. The concept of some dishes appeared more appealing than in reality and the overall lack of seasoning just needs to be addressed. If I'm totally honest, I would not go back if they did not have a good burger and that fact that I am still curious about the shared meat dishes. @thesydneynoob read more

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We came here for dinner on a Friday night. It was relatively early and the restaurant only had a couple other groups in it. Initially the hostess told us there was a wait (huh?) and then said that if we would be done by a certain time, we could be seated immediately. That was fine - she was giving us roughly a 90 minute window to eat - but it was definitely unusual. I had the tempura soft shell crab burger and my husband had the New York cheeseburger. Both came with a side of fries. We each enjoyed our meal but it wasn't anything we would be eager to have again. The decor is a mix of modern and industrial. You enter on the street level and walk up a flight of stairs to the main restaurant level. I think they have some seating downstairs too but the hostess is upstairs. In the end, it was a decent experience but there are definitely better restaurants in the area that I'd recommend going to first. 3 stars. read more

Bowery Lane - Tempura soft shell crab burger - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Sydney, NSW

Went to the Bowery Lane with my cousin for brunch earlier today and the food was so fresh and tasty. It was strange to miss the taste of fresh tropical fruits grown locally coupled with French bread Australian style. I will definitely come back. read more

I'm not an easily excitable person, but for some reason walking by Bowery Lane every day as it was being built got me excited. And for good reason - I have yet to find something Bowery Lane doesn't do well. Their coffee is good. Surprisingly good for a restaurant, and the takeaway shopfront they've got set up (with a few window seats for those wanting to take a few minutes) is nothing short of brilliant. Dinner here was delicious. The menu mostly consists of large and small share plates and sides, the type of trendy menu popping up lately that offers home cooked style meals. The pumpkin side was so good I recco'd it to a friend who told me they were going- and they wound up ordering two of them. Splitting the Wagyu entree, followed by the lamb shoulder large plate and pumpkin side yielded more food than the two of us could finish, and on the server's insistence we took the leftovers home and had enough for lunch for each of us the next day. I've been back for breakfast, and was equally pleased at the quality and taste of the food that came out. Even the staff are lovely. Whether I'm stopping in for a take away coffee, booking a small or large group, relaxing in a comfy booth, or enjoying a meal with a group, every staff member I have dealt with has been courteous, efficient, and accommodating. Welcome to the 'hood, Bowery Lane. I sure hope you stay awhile. read more

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Wow this place doesn't disappoint. We were a band of five who were there on a Friday night. Greeted by an enthusiastic bartender we had a couple of cocktails prior to dinner. The smooth whiskey one (can't remember the name) went down beautifully and I'm not a whisky drinker at all. Very busy on a Friday understandbly. We went alacarte option even though the set menu looked good. There were heaps of food - croquettes and scallops for entree. Followed by the mushroom main, beef main and lamb main finished with the banana split, the chocolate and coconut dessert. The meal was polished off with a bottle of white and red. Thank god we were sharing and I rolled out the door..... read more

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After having walked past this amazing eatery while on the way to a meeting, we decided to finally stop by and sample the food on offer at Bowery Lane for ourselves! Food: We started with a serve of bread, which was so fresh and crusty, and tasted delicious with both the butter and the olive oil provided. We then had a taste of two of the Sydney Rock Oysters ($4 each), and had a natural oyster with mignonette dressing, and a tempura oyster with miso mayonnaise, sumac and smoked bonito. The tempura variety was the star, as it was really nicely battered, and had some flavour to it, as opposed to the plain variety. We then moved on to mains, and decided to share two entreés, which ended up being a good idea as the serves were fairly large! Our first pick was the Charred Yamba Prawns ($22), which came with caramelised pineapple, coriander, lime and chilli sauce. The prawns had a lovely charred and grilled texture on the outside, and the smoky flavours were nicely contrasted with the heat of the chilli, and freshness of the other ingredients. We also had the Confit Duck Salad ($26), which had many seemingly random but perfectly balanced components. The duck was accompanied by hazelnut, quince jam, dried fig, spinach, green bean and salted ricotta, which were all beautifully fresh components to what was a very light dish. I particularly liked the sweetness of the jam with the dried figs, and the snow peas were a great addition as well. Every component was necessary to make the flavours blend together, and this was a superstar dish, and so enjoyable! Ambience: We came fairly early, and there was plenty of seating, but we were able to get one of their intimate booth seats, which was lovely, and gave us some privacy while we dined. The table was nice and big as well, and had plenty of room for photos! Service was a bit on the slower side, but the staff were very friendly and the food was definitely worth the wait! We also saw a lot of people ordering their burgers for take-away, so it's a popular option for the office staff working around the area as well. Overall: We had a really great first experience at Bowery Lane, and really enjoyed the atmosphere and setting as much as the food itself. We'll definitely be back to try the famous burger, and some of their desserts too! read more

I Order the [not so] special: chicken bowl- comes with quinoa, semi ripe mango strings, ginger, peas, Golden beet root, and cucumbers for $26. It's way over priced. Tap water has an Odd flavor. Service staff is friendly and attentive. read more

Half price cocktails (first round Friday) before 730pm, great food (the sauce on the wings and the cauliflower were stand outs) and the burrata melted in your mouth! Great service and cocktails. Would visit again for breakfast or lunch also. I wish I had enough room for the cheeseburger. read more

Bowery Lane - Chicken wings, whisky cocktail, squid, gangster cocktail and burrata - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Sydney, NSW

Snog. Bowery Lane helps fill the niche between food court and upscale restaurant. The menu is small but well chosen and the surroundings are a sophisticated take on comfortable. They also have a small take out counter offering some enticing meats, vegies and salads. My chicken burger was good, particularly the crispy fried chicken, which was cooked perfectly. The coffee  was also good. If you're looking for somewhere in the city for lunch with a friend, you could definitely do worse. Food: 3.5 Value: 3 Coffee: 3.5 Service: 3.5 Location: 4 Ambience: 4 read more

Great breakfast, really good coffee. Pretty noisy mid-week spot that's obviously really popular for meetings and workers close by.

Bowery Lane is in the CBD at the circular quay and is great place for a catch up with friend or a date and you can go breakfast, lunch or dinner. Not easy to initially spot, you'd have to be intending to go there. I had seen some yummy pictures on instagram so booked to go with my friends for dinner. As you walk in, it has a trendy vibe, cleanly styled in black, wood and concrete with plants hanging on the walls. It was quite busy and the restaurant did very well considering the amount of people there. The menu is designed with snacks, entrees, mains and desserts S well as plates to share or banquets. The food could be described as modern Australian. We got some cheese croquettes to share - these were delicious. Then an entree each - the scallops (well cooked and beautifully presented), as well as the beef tartare. This was nicely flavoured with yolk and gherkin and two crackers on the side. For a main we got the ragu orichette with a mint and pea sauce atop. It was very tasty. We also got the fish of the day which was the salmon, also very good. You do need sides though with you main if you don't get entrees. Higher price bracket so this place is for special occasions but all the food is very good and nicely presented. The waitress was sweet and unobtrusive. Manager wasn't overly friendly but effective at her job. read more

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The coffee was okay, a little on the bright side but I suspect that may have come down to the person making it as much as the roast of bean. Nice fi tout and pleasant service. Will be back next time to check out the food read more

I came here for dinner with a friend and it was a rather average experience. The food and drinks are great!! But, being squashed into the little booths were a little uncomfortable, especially as the serving plates were HUGE yet the food took up such a small part of it. Due to this, we were even more crowded when we couldn't fit everything on the tiny table. read more

Waited over 30 minutes for food. Finally had to complain and threaten to walk out. They did give it to me on the house.

I had a decent dinner here with a few friends. We had burgers and side veggies, chips and bread. Everything we had was good but a slight bit overpriced. read more

Visited Sydney from Perth & thankfully tried BL for breakfast. Great coffee, incredible food & the most lovely waitress too! Definitely a must if you're in the CBD!! read more

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Went to this place for a friends birthday of 16 people and the banquet menu looked great until we got there. The food was good but the serving sizes was inadequate to say the least and when we asked why what was on the table was different to the menu the waitress simply said "that's how it is". Very very poor service from what looked like an understaffed and under skilled team. The whisky shots were coming out very short and at $14 each we thought it was a bit disappointing. Attitude from some of the wait staff when asking simple questions is enough to make me never want to go back and the food is the only thing that saved this place and made me give it 2 stars. Don't go here unless you want to be charged through the nose for substandard service and to be treated like an outcast... Save your dollars and get treated better at McDonald's!! read more

LOVE their green juice!! I also ordered the chicken burger and thought it was tasty!! The staff were friendly and prompt!

Smashed avo. That's all I need to say. Breakfast menu is great and the seasonal switch up makes every quarter a new adventure. For lunch, a great vego option is the pumpkin, I'm I lover of meat but this will steer me away from a steak most days of the week! read more

We had to wait 35 minutes for a coffee. In all fairness the staff did tell us there was a 10 minute wait as they were busy. The biggest disappointment was to receive my toast cold, and no coffee. After I had well and truly given up on the cold raisin toast the coffee finally arrived. It was cold. Awful. I was so disappointed I considered telling the staff but they were all so young that I thought "I am but going to complain, I'll just never come back". Avoid this place. There are plenty of better places in the vicinity. read more

Such a shame about this place - it used to be fantastic, but they had a fire and set up a temporary soup kitchen. I had made a booking with clients and wasnt told, which was very embarrassing. But the worst part was when I got there, the argumentative waitress acted like nothing was wrong, no apologies. We left for another venue and I am not going back. read more