We liked this hip high ceiling venue with outside seating and a large patio. It's off the Main Street down a walk. Lots of good menu choices and drinks. Large bar with lots of space. We started with Pacific oysters, and a delicious thinly sliced pork sandwich on crispy fried bread with pesto and greens. Recommend. read more

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I visited this establishment on a food tour a few weeks ago and wished I could have stayed longer or visited again during my time in Sydney. Unfortunately I wasn't able to do either. The Winery is a beautiful space. Dark, yet well lit by natural light, with decor and furniture to match the elegant look and feel. My group ended up sitting outside and that space was lovely too, with a bunch of outdoor tables and chairs, plus a garden. The bathrooms were very nice too, and in the upstairs of the restaurant. This area is also lushly appointed with furniture and decor. We sampled oysters which were some of the best I've had (and I live in MD and eat oysters all the time!). We also had some sausage roll which was ok, but not my taste with the chorizo addition. Overall, great visit! read more

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Picked up a pamphlet of happy hour places, and since I'm a wine connoisseur, we decided to try this place. So happy we did!!! First off, it's a little difficult to find. I've noticed several businesses out here share the same address with a hyphenated suite#, but this place didn't have one. We finally saw the sign, but it's tucked away in the back as there's another restaurant located in front. We checked in with the hostess and informed her we were there for happy hour and she gave us the choice of indoor or outdoor seating (we chose outdoor), and their garden setting is beautiful and serene. Ordering is done via a QR code at your table. Happy hour pricing is very good on wines (varies) as we paid 8.00/glass for a bianco wine. It is also my understanding that they change the selection either daily or weekly. We also wanted some light bites, and it ended up being our dinner as well! The cheese charcuterie board was big and filling. We also ordered fried cheese with hot honey, which was also very tasty. I felt by Australian standards, it's pricey but by US standards it was quite reasonable. We didn't have much interaction with staff since they don't have a server, per sey, but the staff members who delivered our food and wine were very pleasant and so was the hostess. read more

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A gem that I decided to ponder off the Main Street and into a hipster kind of road that had a cafe with this winery cozily tucked away! The decor and ambiance is lovely! There was live guitar music being played outside and the inside was with elaborate details! I'm glad they ran out of burgers and so I opted for the brisket baguette! It was so much better and special than a burger. I was craving for a burger, but this brisket has sauerkraut to my liking and mustard with the seeds in it! The bread was warm and crunchy with the softness of the middle in between. I ordered up a rose wine carafe all to myself and it was lovely. Grabbed a book to read with my wine and brisket baguette. I called it a wonderful day on self-care and give acknowledgement to myself. Self-aware kind of book with delicious wine food and drink as well as open, welcoming vibes in the surrounding scene! One knock down is that the waiter at the bar didn't just pour the rest of the wine bottle into my carafe. (It was just 3 ounces leftover.). A bit stingy there, but I guess that's too much wine for the day time drinking and no tipping in Aussie. Also, I asked for ketchup for my fries and the waitress didn't come with any. Service is lacking. Other than that, wine vibes are great here! read more

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Was sooo hungry one night and because I live in New York City forgot that other cities don't serve food after certain times... you know... so you can starve. Anyway, after being turned away from over 20 restaurants who were eager to close we came here where I tripped over a cool dance floor and all of the sudden was presented with the most amazing gay DJ and a staff member who said they not only were serving food but there was a menu for after the kitchen closed. This is why you always vote for gay rights, because they saved me from a hungry night and we're the most fantastic people. They brought us drinks and the food was awesome and they were awesome. I would recommend the chicken and I barely drink but they brought us 2 beautiful cocktail drinks with roses in them and I was in heaven. I LOVE THIS PLACE! I wish I could give them another star! I will send all of my friends who visit Australia. Such friendly kind people! read more

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Just at first glance, I knew The Winery was going to be a 5 star venue. The green life and string lighting in the outside seating area welcome any guest looking for a hipster setting. The indoor decor consists of vintage bikes and plants hanging from the ceiling. My friend and I had spritzers. And they were indeed refreshing to begin the evening. I finished the evening here with a whiskey sour. I love the fact that the sour mix is freshly made and they top it off with egg white. The way whiskey sours are supposed to be made. I didn't experience much service because my friend and I just ordered from the bar. But The Winery is a venue on the top of my list to re-visit in Sydney. read more

Lovely working environment with fun staff. For those looking for a team to be a part of, or a place which benefits from the positivity they emanate, i would recommend. Great food as well. read more

Lovely selection of wine and cheese, knowledgeable star and cool ambience. This place has it all. The oh, outdoor seating with heaters as well. We went in late on a week night and there were still quite a few patrons there. I had a wine flight and it came paired well with 4 delicious cheese. They also added complimentary crunchy lavash bread, much to the delight of carbs-lover in me. They wines and cheeses were mostly local and a few from Spain. I wish they did reds in their flights too. My wines were all white/rose. Overall, highly recommended for a post-dinner or evening snack or simply having a romantic evening with your loved ones. read more

The Winery - Wine Bars Near Me - Surry Hills, NSW

Excellent food, excellent service, excellent setting. One of my favorites in Sydney. We had the lamb rump, cut is a little tough but prepared well, the pea puree and fresh peas were very fresh and it all went very well together. Also had the BBQ Chicken, this was a very nice surprise, not your ordinary chicken. The Rustic Slaw that came with it is amazing, secret spices - wish I knew what they were. Maybe some sumac? Service was the best we had in Australia. read more

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Visited this trendy little establishment on Saturday afternoon for a friends lunch. We were situated down the back in one of the booths furnished with love pillows, which gave a very laid back feel. We opted for the sharing plates menu and the veal + chorizo sausage rolls were the big hit, followed closely by the squid. The service was excellent, our waiter Henry never let us run out of drinks and continually refilled our water glasses. He was attentive without being over bearing, nothing was a problem, and he didn't take himself too seriously. Most of our crew were drinking Pimms cocktails garnished with lots of fruit. I had a taste and it was very refreshing. When we ran out of lavosh on our cheese platter, we were given some more to finish off. Tom Kime (known for being the chef that cooked the Asian Banquet at Jamie Oliver's wedding) had a little BBQ station set up and was cooking some selections from his new book Tastings. When one of our table grabbed the display book for a read, Tom casually strolled over, introduced himself and explained the premise behind the recipes in the book (pairing all kinds of flavourings together to create balance - sweet, sour, salty and hot). It was great to have a candid chat, and he seemed really down to earth. One of our party was having her birthday and a handful of staff made an impromptu flash mob visit to the table brandishing an old skool ghetto blaster blaring "We No Speak Americano" in the scatty groove section of the track with the sax, and waving lit sparklers as they danced to the song. Everyone in the back section was clapping along and getting into the groove, though our friend was very red faced, especially when one of the male staff danced on the railing behind her, which had everyone in stitches. They popped a rose coloured drink on the table garnished with an actual rose, as a complimentary drink for the birthday girl! All in all this place was great, It was expensive (hence 4-stars instead of 5), but we had a lot of relaxed fun. Looking forward to getting back there in the near future to try the Magnum of Moa - a summer ale we were told, though it does look more like a wheat beer. Final thought: Be wary of Google Maps, it told me to turn left onto Crown Street from the direction I was heading along Campbell Street when in fact it was a right. read more

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Food and service well below par. Pork inedible !! Table cracked and uneven. Never again read more

Ahh The Winery. It's become one of my local dive, only in the two week period after i get paid of course (when i live like a king). The Winery is in a great spot in Surry Hills being central to the big cultural hub (for those afternoons that turn in to nights, which turn in to walking home when the birds are chirping clutching your shoes - don't lie, we've all been there). I've never been amazed by the food at The Winery, the portions are small but are still pretty tasty (I'm more your traditional big portion pub meal kind-of guy). It's the atmosphere that always gets me about this place, everyone is fun, happy and (usually) contains a pretty good looking crowd! Check it out, but be prepared for your wallet to feel much much lighter upon exiting. read more

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I couldn't think of a better venue to have spent my birthday while visiting Sydney! Being a work day, my colleague organised a lunch with clients. The Winery has sexy al fresco dining which is perfect for enjoying the sunshine, wine and entertaining. We were a party of 6 so instead of ordering mains we picked small plates to share and I'm glad we got to try everything. I'd go back for the sausage rolls, arancini and the sweet potato fries. For dessert I was surprised with a slice of decadent chocolate cake with honeycomb ice cream. The staff were also exceptional, thank you! read more

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Giant plastic flamingos. Zebra print couches. Abundant greenery. It's the same formula for faux quirky success that's seen The Winery's other two outposts in Kings Cross and Manly gather a strong following throughout the week for drinks and meals. Décor aside, the atmosphere here is always good, and their food and drink are well worth a visit. On a recent long Saturday lunch here, my group took to the tiled Moroccan-look table in the outdoor section (best seat in the house for groups, by far) to wile away the hours with many a jug of sangria - who can resist when they come in white (with mint, lychee and lemon), rose (with strawberries, martini bianco and lemon) and red (spiked with cinnamon, nutmeg, star anise, apple and orange) varieties? The food was equally impressive, and service was attentive and friendly despite our excited ramblings and constant demands. Slices of delicate room temperature tuna were just seared and served with a salad of baby leaves and feta, while fellow diners' grilled sirloin steak with herb butter and fries was a much more substantial portion size than many others I've seen. read more

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My favorite thing about this place is the ambiance. The eclectic mix of furniture, hip but not disturbing music, hipster staff, and bounty of bar and seating...I'm a fan. The food was delicious and such a great mix of different ingredients. I had the roasted grapes that's paired with a delicious blue cheese, olive spread, toasted walnuts and bread. Delicious! We also had the lobster croquettes. Those were a little bland for my liking but I get the appeal. For main I had the crab and lobster lasagna. It was not like a traditional lasagna with layers of pasta, meat and sauce. This one had those ingredients but was more like a casserole with all the yummy bits in the middle. For drink, had the white sangria to start and a beautiful bottle of grenache! My only one complaint is they don't have doggie bags (takeaway). So whatever you order plan to finish it all! read more

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I've been to The Winery a couple of times and whilst it's super cute for groups of women to go and drink alcohol at, it's kind of lacking the service and quality you'd expect from a place with a price tag and garden. I went for a "Girls Picnic" set menu lunch on a Saturday and there were tables of girls as far as the eye could see. The lunch was $50pp and timing of food brought out was inconsistent. Staff were nowhere to be seen when you needed them and the bar staff were fairly rude (rolling eyes when asked for a coffee rather than a magnum bottle of wine). The dessert platter came out and there was not enough of each item for each person which meant some people would miss out on certain tastings. Probably not a huge deal, but it's expected we get served everything. When we queried staff they got cranky and after the 3rd attempt, finally brought out some "extras" for us. All in all go for the venue and don't stay too long. read more

Sigh. The Winery is so many things. Alluring, cheeky, seductive. I sometimes wish I could build a little fort in that place and live in there and get fed good wine through a long straw and never, never have to leave. I went recently with a large group for a goodbye party and was seated upstairs. We decided in the name of indulgence that we would order everything on the tapas / small plates menu. In addition there was a special cheese tasting happening on that night. A particularly handsome guy in plaid came to our table and started running through the different cheeses on offer, what their characteristics are and what food / wine they best compliment. If I'm honest, I am allergic to cheese and was totally and shamelessly oogling the cheese man, so I didn't catch many specifics, but the rest of my friends were very impressed with the selection. I ordered the chicken breast as my main and was delighted with the simplicity and deliciousness of it. After our lavish meal, my friends and wandered out and I was given a chance to fully appreciate the outside patio with view of the city. Next time I come, pray it's soon, I intend to sit out there and indulge in feeling like I'm in an urban Secret Garden. read more

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I have been were a couple of times to sip some wines on the outdoor terrace but also grab a bite. Last time, we came on a Monday and enjoyed the double steak. Wow, this was awesome, perfectly cooked as requested! Love it In addition, the venue is super well decorated and the staff always friendly. Excellent dining place if in the neighbourhood read more

It is a strange twist of fate that I have never drunk wine at the winery. Always seems to be cocktails or whisky (though the whisky is a no brainer for me). As a venue, the winery offers something a little different that your average pub, which is reflect somewhat in the $$/beverage, but that is to be expected. I do however wish that when I ordered cocktails, the bar staff would still to the generally accepted recipe. A life time ago I used to run a bar and have a small idea of how to make a few drinks, and when steps are skipped (in something like and 'old fashioned') the complexities of the flavour can be destroyed quite easily (thus why I now stick to whisky when I go there). The atmosphere always seems to be pumping at the winery. I do enjoy getting seats upstairs though as I find I am able to talk to people a little easier. Very boring of me I know, but I do enjoy venues that I don't have to spend too much time raising my voice. Reading back over my review it does sound a little negative, but I do enjoy coming here. Guess there are just a couple of things that don't quite do it for me. read more

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The Winery boasts a definite hipster patio with a large greenery scene outside and bikes and random knickknacks on the wall inside. During the summer when I went, they had the windows and doors all open to make indoors look like an extended patio with the greenery extending inside. They boast an extensive alcohol list, especially wines, because well, the name of joint. Wines we tried were indeed delicious, and the lasagne and the duck I got to try were good, but small servings, as expected from any hipster restaurant. Service was good and the server we had was polite and very informative when we asked questions about the contents of a menu or the wines. He was a little slow though, we were waiting for water refills and the check for quite a while. read more

There is something for everyone at The Winery. Particularly if everyone is after a good wine. The list is extensive with wines by the glass or bottle and of course there's also plenty of beer, spirits and cocktails. It's the decor that is the real star of The Winery from its chandeliers, arm chairs and sofas, the birds nailed to the roof and a host of other quirks. Then there are the different areas, the upstairs balcony bar, the garden bar, The Graceland Room adorned with Elvis paraphenelia. My favourite now that the weather is warming up is The Laneway, a mis-match of tables, chairs and umbrellas offering a lovely view across Surry Hills into the CBD. It's a great spot to meet friends and kick back. The food is simple fare you can opt for either a bar menu - the minted pea and persian fetta salad was a stand out for me - or a full dining menu which includes a special for each day. We were there friday for the Wagyu steak burger, which was more a steak sandwich than burger but after a long afternoon of wine sampling it did the trick. Always busy, always buzzing and always fun. read more

The Winery - Wine Bars Near Me - Surry Hills, NSW

I've been here on a few occasions, and I finally went for lunch a few Sundays back. First off, the weather was fantastic, so sitting outside was highly pleasant and with all the greenery, it was like sitting in a very ornate garden. Albeit a garden right next to the CBD. Despite nursing a serious case of hangover-itis, we started off with a glass of champagne (it was a birthday after all) and a serving of the very tasty veal and chorizo sausage roll ($19), which came with a chilli and tomato jam that had a nice little kick to it. I then went with the steak frites for my main ($29.50), which was accompanied with a large helping of shoestring chips and a unhealthy lump of Cafe de Paris (aka butter). I like my steak more or less moo-ing, and this one was (un)cooked perfectly, so that's always going to please me. Once we'd finished our mains, we headed upstairs to meet a couple of friends for a drink and a lounge on the rather elaborate sofas (think Russian with too much money and not enough taste), which somehow work here, but possibly not in your living room. There, I partook in the English classic of Pimms and lemonade, which is on special on Sundays ($15 for a jug - also the same for sangria), while my girlfriend had the double chocolate brownie ($14) as a delayed dessert. Our friend managed to get the staff to put a sparkler in the brownie and sing happy birthday, which seemed quite amusing on a chilled Sunday afternoon, especially as her head was still sore from the night before. I've been here on a few evenings out and I really like it, but a Sunday afternoon is a different kettle of fish, and I love it! read more

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Really amazing food here I loved it but the waitress didn't get our order right at all, so my experienced was ruined after that. Such a disappointment with the service here, was expecting better. I really wanted to get my vegetable soup take away with me but didn't get it. My friends steak was not medium rare it more well done, he hated it a big no go for him. When the kitchen re made it, it came out as two pieces ? I'm Texas we like our stake medium rare and thick, so you guys need to step it up and make it better!! read more

The Winery - Wine Bars Near Me - Surry Hills, NSW

I die. Fairly lights, rustic wooden tables -- totally swoon-worthy. My friend and I had a reservation for the "Vino Vacation" wine tasting, which, might I mention is free and super simple to book via email. We were cheerfully greeted and seated outside on the porch at a reserved table overlooking the terrace. Can you say majorly dreamy?? The tasting is basically at the discretion of the host. To my horror, he chose a flight of Rieslings, explaining that questionable 80's trends gave Riesling a really bad stereotype. Well, people, I'm a changed woman. Riesling is no longer a shitty dessert wine in my book. Just try a taste before committing to a glass to be sure it's on the dry side, and it's great to cut the heat of Thai food. As for the food, we had the crab en croute and cheese plate. Indulgent and worth it. read more

I went to The Winery last night for dinner (just quietly, it was for a second date) ha-ha. I've been a few times before for many different reasons (lunch with friends, evening wine catchup with a friend visiting town, pre-drinks before another event etc. The Winery always performs well with first impressions - it's usually busy, buzzing and the gorgeous garden on the right hand side as you walk down the footpath past the other restaurants is a star. My date had never been before and was super impressed with the vibe and popularity of the different sections. Without a booking, I always find the staff friendly and welcoming, apologetic that there's no tables, I'm always reassuring them I'm happy to have a bottle of wine with my guest/s while we're placed on a waitlist. It's a nice change in Sydney to be welcomed and not feel like a burden. :-) The wine-list is pricey, however - expected when named "the Winery" haha. The food: it helps when your date eats 'anything' because it's so much easier to enjoy the full range of the menu. Entrée - squid rings. Simple, full of flavour... AND I'm certain the chefs were psychic, they were out seconds after the waitress walked IN the kitchen. And they were succulent and delicious. Main - I had the Lamb Raghu with conchiglioni pasta (super large shells); the pasta was JUST cooked to perfection and the lamb was falling apart as it I ate - beautiful. My date ordered the 1/2 spiced roast chicken - and I tried a tender, very tasty chicken and beautifully cooked vegetables. All in all we were far too full for dessert, but left very satisfied. Thank you to The Winery team for a great evening. read more

The Winery at Surry Hills is a laneway winery and one of our firm favourite bar/restaurants. This playful establishment is upstairs and downstairs, plus there's an outside laneway, complete with garden furniture. The vibe is quirky and fun and you can tell it doesn't take itself too seriously. Plus, you can be assured it will always be buzzing. We love it because it suits all purposes, whether it be a group catch up or even a first date. It's the perfect spot be on a Sunday afternoon or a Tuesday evening. Their All Day Menu is great for share plate options, or you can order a main course should you prefer, while their Group Menu makes an easy option for errr... groups. There's an extensive Drinks List, including great cocktails and of course, cocktail jugs - just perfect for whiling away an afternoon. We also love their special events like their 'Lobster Fridays', the 'Vino Vacation' or 'The Girls Picnic' - there's always something going on. Oh, and did you know they have a private dining room? Gracelands - a shrine to Elvis. This could be a great option for your next birthday dinner... In a nutshell: Price - $ - appropriately priced for the fare. Fare - share plates, mains, great cocktails. All day menu. Service - fun and friendly. Location - conveniently located in its own laneway off Bourke Street. Ambience - quirky, playful, fun - doesn't take itself too seriously. read more

Like being avoided by wait staff? Great! How about sandwiches on a dinner menu? Bingo! Easily distracted by twinkly lights so you don't know you've just paid $18 for a sausage roll that you could've bought at Pie Face for $1? You got it! We, on the other hand, lasted 18 minutes. Which was our breaking point of waiting for our drinks order to be taken after being seated. If we had decided to stick it out I'm not convinced we would've managed to get a drink in before Sydney's 3am last drinks curfew and so could well have still been there now. It strikes me as one of those places that people like to be seen in and tell people they went to rather than the actual experience itself. As my mum used to say... 'All fur coat and no knickers'. read more

Cosy place, nice coktails, may wines (make sense) Prices are a bit high, but not too much, didn't try anything to eat that time, so maybe next time. And well, the customers here seem to be very pretty (for the girls side) so I guess it's always nice to have a good beer surrounded by lovely ladies ! read more

We visited on a Friday night as a group of 12 for a friends birthday. We were on a set shared menu for $55 per head. These types of menus I find can be pretty hit or miss I'm always worried, "Will there be enough food!?" The answer is yes and it was all delicious. Highlights for me were the Ricotta Basket, Sausage Rolls (fancy style!), Sweet Potato Fries and the Scotch Fillet that was cooked to a crowd pleasing medium rare. Dessert was served per person so I didn't need to share my Hot Chocolate and Walnut Brownie. The staff were lovely, attentive but not too much so that we felt rushed or bothered. Just be warned that the venue is quite loud so probably not ideal for an intimate dinner. Would love to go back to sample a non-set menu. read more

Great experience: Troy unerring guided our selection of wine and food, and we tasted a variety of delicious Aussie wines w guidance from Paul, the sommelier, who was very generous w his time and expertise. read more

An awesome dining experience. The space itself is gorgeous with this amazing 1960's Vintage Parisian vibe. The dining room is sprinkled with classy and kitschy accessories that make you feel like you've stepped into a mashup of a secret garden and a study. Big draws are the Pimms Lemonade jugs (YUM!) which draw big crowds during brunch time and double steak frites night (yes, I said Double), which is a gluttons wet dream. Great place for a date, birthday, ladies brunch - heck really anything. Reservations are highly recommended, though there are a bunch of bars in the area where you can go have a pre-dinner drink while you wait. read more

Although I was able to get a table very quickly, the service was very slow to non-responsive. I had to wait over 15 minutes to place my order although the waiter had passed by me many times. He almost gave my entree to the table beside mine even though none had ordered my selection. Due to the slow service, I decided to order dessert elsewhere. Unfortunately, I probably could have eaten dessert by the time I did get the check, read more

Went on a Friday evening and found it mobbed. There's a lot of buzz and activity, and obviously a place to be seen, especially the meat market upstairs. But if you arrive after 6pm you're probably going to have stand, because the stools at the bar tables will be full, and all the tables will be occupied by those having dinner. And forget talking, it's one of the loudest non-club venues I've ever been to. Twenty-three and want to be where the action is? Go for it. Want to avoid elbowing your way past over-primped and over-watered work mates on the pull? Give it a miss. read more

Great place for a date...I cannot comment on the price of things or the value as my date paid which in Sydney is apparently standard and lovely. Vancouver guys can go either way and call me old fashioned but I still like to hold hands and have a date pay for my dinner. I am not sure if I fell in like with this place because I fell in like with my date at the same time but this place was great. We started at the bar and the drinks were delicious (not that you can really mess up a dirty martini and yes I went straight for the hard bar). Then our table was on the terrace outside which had a great ambiance. Our server was chatty in the right way although he did forget my date's wine, so did the next server who ran our food. But my date had a brilliant suggestion and ordered a bottle so we wouldn't have to wait again and that did come. The food was great, he got a steak and I had a chicken salad of sort (good first date lady food and all). When I told people where he was talking me, people seemed impressed, I am not sure it is that impressive but apparently people know about it enough to comment so yeah get on it! read more

Sums up Sydney people perfectly - if you had guests from interstate who wanted to understand what I think is the stereotypical "Sydney culture" this place sums it all up - beautiful people wearing expensive high street labels, who are alittle too hipster and alittle too yuppie drinking overpriced wine and beer in a glorified pub-type establishment . The setup is just fantastic though, it's beautiful- but I'd hardly call it "chilled" it does have that beer garden ambience to it - more than some will admit and I hate that you have to scream your orders to the bartender - alittle tricky when your trying to pronounce some of the foreign wines. However the real disappointment are the staff - they frantically seem to skirt around the place clearing tables and collecting glasses as you would see them do in a local RSL this does seem to cheapen the place, they could at least dress alittle better. Will I be back though - definitely! read more

Over hyped. High prices for just okay, average food. We were told the wine list was extensive but it was massively overpriced and just basic in comparison to other restaurants. Avoid the duck breast.... Chewy and bland. Blue eye cod was over cooked. Eye fillet ... Boring beyond belief. Nice atmosphere but total let down. Four of us (two non drinkers) paid $389. Only one bottle of wine all night. Don't believe the hype. read more

What a great place for a lazy sunny Sunday drink in Sydney (so much alliteration!!). The first thing you notice is the great ambiance of the place, a sun drenched courtyard as you walk in with tables amongst the greenery under umbrellas and a cool eclectic interior filled with vintage furniture and kitsch chandeliers and lighting fixtures. I can't speak on any food but my friends and I indulged in a jug of Aperol Spritz, which on a Sunday they do a deal for jugs (I can't quite remember the price all day...maybe $18). I will say however I wouldn't do jugs if they were full priced as we barely got a glass each out of the jug and most of it was ice. The spritz was a bit too bitter for my liking but the rest of my party liked it. We then moved onto champagne because why not and it was definitely a great move. Nothing beats an indulgent afternoon in the sun! With our champagne we had dessert, the summer fruits and sorbet and The staff were friendly and attentive without being too in your face, there was always someone in your eyesight if you need something. Great service!! read more

Decor, setting, view, vibe are all amazing!! Entrance is rather enchanting, like there's a hidden world beyond- and the most certainly is. Not cheap, but well priced for what you get. A bit of pub food gone hipster. For $32 I got 2.5 wonderfully cooked Balmain Bugs, flavoured with butter and herbs and a hint of chilli- not overpowering, just enough to compliment and enhance the bugs. There wasn't a complaint about the food around the table- fish of the day with scallops, golden beetroot and cucumber balls, steak, salads, chips and the salt and pepper squid. Why am I only giving it 4 stars then? 2. Our booking was for 7 people, not the 5 they had listed 3. The downstairs bathrooms were constantly occupied, with a queue 4. Once they took our card to pay the bill, it took them more than 15mins to return with it for a signature (and after we went inside and checked on it). 5. They stuffed up our order (chicken salad not sandwich), but they did give it to us for free, and the salad was amazing My sister has been there dozens of times and says this is the first time she has had any issue with the staff and that they staff are always right on the ball- perhaps it was just "one of those days". I WILL BE GOING BACK!! read more

It was a sunny, Sydney day as two girlfriends and I were seated in the upstairs area of the Surry Hills venue, The Winery. The first thing we noticed was the amazing décor; a mix of vintage, eclectic furniture surrounded us as we were seated for our 12pm session of Girls Picnic - The Winery's pre-booked High Tea option. We had ordered the $55.00 option which included a mix of savouries and sweets and a glass of Chandon Rosé. First came our jug of mint lemonade (non-alcoholic) which was lovely and refreshing. We were left somewhat awkwardly waiting for about 25 minutes before our food came out - we hadn't been told when to expect it so we weren't sure what was happening. The food came out on a lovely wraught iron server. Although when we first looked at it all we thought the portion sizes were rather small, we soon realised that it was enough food and were left very satisfied. The selection was good - lots of savoury and lots of sweet options; and all the food was fresh, nicely presented and delicious. Although they forgot to bring out our Chandon until I reminded them, overall the service was great; the staff friendly and happy to help. We dranks jugs of their delicious Pimms & Sangria with our high tea (extra cost). As this was a birthday treat for a friend I wanted it to be special and she had a lovely day, so I was very happy with the overall venue, food and drinks. read more

Such a cute venue. Came here on the weekend for an after dinner cocktail and was not disappointed. We went straight upstairs to the champagne room. The decor is cosy, old Manhattan. Great for a cocktail or a wine. My old fashion was delicious. The bar staff know exactly what they are doing . They also have a little bit of sass in their banter, which makes waiting for your cocktail pretty fun. All in all I had a great time and need to go back to try the food. read more