LOCATION
Kings Cross, ten minutes from the CBD.
DETAILS
The bistro at The Bourbon offers diners one of Sydney’s best ‘pub’ dining experiences right in the heart of Kings Cross. With a fresh and enticing menu, patrons have a terrific selection of snacks, light salads, pastas, seafood, steaks and antipasto dishes to choose from. The Bourbon offers diners both alfresco and indoor seating areas…perfect for basking in the afternoon sun or enjoying a meal watching the hustle and bustle of Kings Cross pass you by.
Reservations are not taken for the bistro and an open seating policy allows patrons to enjoy a quick business lunch, a get together with friends or a late night or mid afternoon meal in a relaxed and informal setting. If you would like to enquire about a function please contact our functions department on 1300 662 206.
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The Bourbon opened in 1967 and has since become a Kings Cross icon, recognisably located near the fountain at the junction of Macleay Street and Darlinghurst Road. Although known for its late night liquor licence, it’s also popular for a quick and easy feed. Chefs Colin Holt and John Glinatsis have designed a modern Australian pub menu that is crowd pleasing and big on meat. Carnivorous appetites will be more than sated with the 350g rib eye fillet with Cafe de Paris butter or the Chinese-style ribs, house-smoked and braised in black bean sauce.
Lighter options include Thai warm duck salad with chilli, peanuts and pickled vegetables, or roast Hapuka fillet with English spinach and apple balsamic dressing. The bistro is casual by all accounts; patrons order at the counter and pick up their food when it’s ready. The indoor tables have a flat screen television at their disposal while the outdoor seats have a clear vantage point over the colour and activity of the Cross’ main strip. The location makes it a useful place to have dinner and drinks before heading out in earnest.
Sarah Theeboom, June 2007
