First reviewer woot! This is review is a little overdue but must be done. I've seen a lot of…read morearticles about various Pulled Pork burgers/rolls in Sydney (and eaten even more) and Palate never gets a mention. Guys, ya'll have to make your way here because these guys may have THE BEST pulled pork in Sydney. Slightly sweet, savoury pork with julienned apple pieces on a beautiful brioche bun. Anyway! This place is great for brunch, lunch and dinner. There's a selection of teas and a great outdoor area. The inside is rustic and the staff are super friendly. The food menu is good and I highly doubt anyone would lack options.

So I tried this place about 2 months back for dinner and went again for lunch this week. I'm sort…read moreof confused by this place and giving it a rating was difficult. Here's why. 1. The place is presented beautifully. Almost something you would consider to be a bit of an almost Melbournesque eatery, exposed brick walls, cute mismatched decor and dark inside. But the theme is quite confused - almost GoT style in one dining room with a big green chandelier mural on the wall and throne-type seating. I didn't get it. 2. The owner makes a big effort to speak to you personally and ensure the staff are looking after you - which they're not really and I think it's his presence that keeps them working. When we went for dinner, the owner took our details promising the launch of a crab house in the coming weeks. That obviously hasn't happened and there's been no update at all so will be interesting to see what happens there. 3. The menu sucks and the food is average. There's just not enough on offer and at a range of prices (remembering it's a 10min walk from the UWS parra campus). Lunch was a selection of 4 burgers, one vego salad, a pan fried salmon (at $30!) and a chicken breast. Meh. I want a healthy sandwich, or a selection of salads, something more!! (And yes, I'm channelling Open City here, or anything in the USA). I don't remember the extent of the dinner menu but it was definitely short. So 3 stars for the owner because I liked him, and also the fact that he's done up an old pub that would clearly be a bit of a dump and has a nice feel inside. Definitely room for improvement.

Big, stark, modern, minimalist, and kind of hard to find, tucked away behind the Carrington Hotel…read more Never mind the poor signage, it's actually quite a nice building, although a little at odds with the rest of charming, small-town Katoombs. There's a great view over the Blue Mountains out the back, and rolling exhibitions in the gallery off to one side (Brett Whitely, when I was there). Lots of people might think this is a tourist centre, which it really kind of isn't. They'll do their best to answer your tourist-y questions, but you might not get very far in that respect.

The Centre gives an overview of the Katoomba area in a nutshell…read more In less than an hour you can get a history of the region, check out photos of some of the area's best views, stroll though their little art gallery and gift shop, and get a pretty ok view from their terrace. They also have a bustling cafe. Nice place to spend a bit of time on a rainy day.

Unfortunately, Anesi Greek Tavern is a pretty disappointing place. It's a shame, because the market…read moreis there, and to my knowledge there aren't any other Greek restaurants along the strip of King George's Rd in Beverly Hills. The service was okay, but disinterested and unobservant- I had to ask for a drink several times before one arrived. I've eaten a lot of good Greek food in my time, and this is not good Greek food, nowhere near it. Considering the lacking quality, food and drinks are overpriced. For two people you'll struggle to walk away with change from $100. If any at all. Another reason why dining at Anesi is unpleasant is the continual plume of smoke emanating from the kitchen. Overall, a disappointing experience. If you're in Beverly Hills, give this one a miss- there are plenty of other options close by.

Discovered this restaurant by chance. The restaurant squeezed 6 of us into a corner which was…read moreextremely uncomfortable but the food was to die for. If they re-think the layout im sure this place would be a winner.

I've been here for lunch and dinner a few times now and it has not let me down…read more The restaurant is nicely decorated, the menu, service and food are all great, and their attention to detail is impressive. I love the place and highly recommend it. 5/5.

Nice presentation with upscale feel, but flavors did not mix that well. Sirloin steak was tuff and…read morechewy.

A great place to sample some of the best wines, where you can try a taste or a glass…read more Good selection of food as well to share with your selected glass or glasses. The team there are great & welcoming & very knowledgeable about wines. If you are from the Shire join their Facebook site & it will update you on "what's on", they have interesting & informative evenings from Wine Producers with tasting nights. Great to see something innovative like this in my beloved Sutherland Shire.

Interesting, innovative and laid-back!…read more If you're looking for a trendy wine bar in the Shire head to Beyond the Label in Miranda Westfield. The staff are knowledgeable and laid-back creating a chilled out atmosphere. The idea here is to load some cash money onto a debit card which they give to you to keep; I loaded mine up with $50 for 3 people on a lazy Saturday afternoon. There is a huge selection of wines from Chardonnay to Shiraz and many regions are on display. Grab a glass and choose your preferred wine, enter your pre-paid debit card and select whether you are after a taste, 1/2 or a full glass (prices ranging from $1.75 - $12.00 depending on size). There are also meat, cheese and snack platters on offer and we went for the big dog - $60 for meats, cheeses, unlimited bread, olives, pate, pickles and dips. The food was good though a little overpriced. We didn't end up spending all of the money on our debit card so it now acts like a gift card and can be used upon return to either sample more wines or even buy a bottle (or 2)! Great spot for a drink before a movie or an afternoon with the girls.

New Indian restaurant, fantastic friendly service, sensational food. 1st time eating here and…read morewill not get the last. Thank you for a great dinner :)

Lovely place, food was great but a bit on the exxy side. Ambience suits groups and families if…read moreseated outdoors, indoor seating would suit couples. The unique factor about this restaurant is that they give complimentary marshmallows (that are HUGE, btw) at the end of your meal at no extra cost. It's not much but it definitely sets this place apart from other bbq joints! However, Google says that it's been permanently closed down. The last time I dined here was about 6 - 12 months ago. There's nothing on their FB page to indicate this but I've messaged and have yet to receive an answer... I've also called several times during their stated trading hours and there has been no pick up. It's unfortunate because I'd love to go again, but I don't want to risk the off chance of showing up at Newington and there being no store there! They should really update either FB or their Google information.

Everything on the menu is amazing. You have to try the spicy pork fondue, any one of the bbq sets…read moreor the Shabu Shabu. The staff and atmosphere are fantastic and it is the perfect place for a date night or a group get together! The craft beer and wine is also another reason to check this place out!

"Discover. Savour. Enjoy". The Greengate's Portico restaurant is a favourite for many clientele…read morealong the North Shore. Situated towards the back of the Greengate Hotel, Portico offers excellent food in a relaxed environment. As an award winning restaurant, Portico books up fast and for a reason. Much more than your average pub grub, Portico boasts succulent Pork Belly, seafood dumplings and plenty more! The staff are friendly and attentive and the food fresh and flavoursome. Portico is great for birthdays and group bookings, but must be booked up early in order to secure a good spot. There is inside and outdoor seating, with heaters available in Winter. We were extra cold one evening- the waitress even provided lap rugs for us! It's always great when someone goes the extra mile to provide top customer service. In summary, Portico is one of our favourite family restaurants and has been for decades! I recommend the following: - Pork Belly - Scallops - Garlic Prawns Hot Pot - Barramundi - Duck Pancakes Everything on the menu is delectable- you can't go wrong at Portico!