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Abattoir Blues, Sydney Olympic, AU-NSW

Abattoir Blues

4.5
4.5
271 Reviews
$40 and under
Australian

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 13 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Great for outdoor dining
  • Good for groups
  • Charming
Abattoir Blues is Sydney Olympic Park’s notorious, fully-licensed, boutique diner hidden away in a historic 1900s abattoir building. Capturing the heart and soul of the Park, Abattoir Blues is a restaurant, café and bar experience worth discovering.

We are open for all events in the park, and extend our trading hours to accommodate patrons and punters before a concert, sporting event or whatever reason you are in the park. We are the local's choice dining spot and a hotspot for those visiting the park.

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $40 and under
  • Cuisines
    Australian, Breakfast, Pub
  • Hours of operation
    Breakfast Mon–Fri 7:30 am–3:00 pm Sat, Sun 8:00 am–2:30 pm
  • Phone number
    (02) 8970 2406
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive chef
    Jacqui Ektoros
  • Neighborhood
    Homebush
  • Parking details
    Ample parking complexes surrounding the heritage precinct. There are also plenty of metered and unmetered parking choices.Free 2 hour parking is located on Olympic Blvd, adjacent to the ANZ Stadium. There is also 1 hour parking along Showground Road, adjacent to the Novotel and the Heritage Precinct.
  • Public transit
    We are located at the footstep of Sydney Olympic Park Train Station, as well as a bus stop right in front of our venue. We are building C within the Abattoir Heritage Precinct. We are quite hidden, however there are signs within the heritage precinct that will guide you to our venue.
  • Additional
    Beer, Beer Garden, Cafe, Cocktails, Dancing, Delivery, Entertainment, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

  • The Killers | Pre-Event Dining

    Dec 6, 2024 - Dec 7, 2024
    6-7th December 2024 Qudos Bank Arena It’s 20 years since The Killers blasted onto the music scene with their iconic ARIA #1 debut album Hot Fuss. In celebration, The Killers have confirmed they will be heading to Sydney in December. Abattoir Blues Cafe is your ultimate pre and post-concert destination. Fuel up with our crowd-favourite dishes, refreshing drinks, and the perfect vibe to get into the concert spirit. Located just steps away from the arena, we’ll have you feeling pumped and ready to sing along to all the hits.
  • The Wiggles | Pre-Event Dining

    Dec 14, 2024 only
    14th December 2024 Qudos Bank Arena Bring the family to Abattoir Blues for a pre-show meal before The Wiggles at Qudos Bank Arena. Located close to the arena, it’s the perfect spot to start your day of fun with the little ones.

What 271 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.5
4.5 based on recent ratings
  • 4.5Food
  • 4.5Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.3Value

NoiseEnergetic

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Abattoir Blues is a hidden gem in Olympic Park, offering "great food" and "fabulous coffee" in a charming setting. Known for its "attentive and lovely staff," the cafe delivers a vibrant atmosphere, especially during events. Diners appreciate the efficient service and delicious menu variety, making it a perfect pre-show dining spot.

271 Reviews
  1. Cathy

    Sydney

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on November 23, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food and service as always. Staff went above and beyond to accommodate me when I had an issue with our table placement. I will always recommend this restaurant.

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  2. Sarah

    Sydney

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 23, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great venue and good selection of pub style foods before heading to concert

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  3. Steven

    Hawaii

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on November 21, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great outdoor dining ambiance coupled with tasty treats was a winning combination for us before our wonderful Pearl Jam concert.

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  4. Melissa

    Sydney

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 16, 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Great little find, we went for dinner before a concert. Event menu was great, my husband loved his steak! Attentive service and great vibe.

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  5. Michelle

    New South Wales

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on November 16, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Fantastic food, beautiful setting and prompt, friendly service! The perfect location for a pre-show dinner!

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  6. Helen

    Sydney

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 16, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This was a great way to start the night for something to eat and drink before attending a concert. Great vibe and location

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  7. Sean

    Orlando

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 10, 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Dined here before an event. The food came out quickly and the meals were excellent. Would definitely dine here again.

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  8. Mellissa

    Sydney

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 9, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Being a regular from attending many concerts the staff are always happy, smiley and super helpful! It’s a humbly feeling when they remember you from previous events. Keep up the amazing work team! ✌️

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  9. Jeannine

    New York City

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on November 6, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    What.a find on an event night, great space, good food, ambience excellent and not crowded!

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  10. Vicki

    Sydney

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 23, 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Good portions and food was tasty. The Arun uni was really good as was the gnocchi. The squid though was tough and doughy. The cocktails were great as was the feel of the restaurant

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FAQs

Abattoir Blues is rated 4.5 stars by 271 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 13 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for Abattoir Blues

Dawn Fraser Ave, Building C, Abattoir Heritage Precinct, Sydney Olympic, AU-NSW 2127

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Neighborhood
    Homebush
  • Hours of operation
    Breakfast Mon–Fri 7:30 am–3:00 pm Sat, Sun 8:00 am–2:30 pm
  • Price
    $40 and under
  • Cuisines
    Australian, Breakfast, Pub
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Ample parking complexes surrounding the heritage precinct. There are also plenty of metered and unmetered parking choices.Free 2 hour parking is located on Olympic Blvd, adjacent to the ANZ Stadium. There is also 1 hour parking along Showground Road, adjacent to the Novotel and the Heritage Precinct.
  • Public transit
    We are located at the footstep of Sydney Olympic Park Train Station, as well as a bus stop right in front of our venue. We are building C within the Abattoir Heritage Precinct. We are quite hidden, however there are signs within the heritage precinct that will guide you to our venue.
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Jacqui Ektoros
  • Additional
    Beer, Beer Garden, Cafe, Cocktails, Dancing, Delivery, Entertainment, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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