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The Potting Shed, Alexandria, AU-NSW

The Potting Shed

4.3
4.3
3799 Reviews
$40 and under
Modern Australian

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 41 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Good for special occasions
  • Charming
  • Great for outdoor dining
The Potting Shed is a place to meet, eat, drink, relax and chat your day and night away – where hanging plants, terracotta pots and timber beams meet brass, brick and iron. Where you can plant yourself down on the swing seat, bench or at the bar and feel like you are on your family’s porch.

It’s a lively place where you can hoe into fresh, locally harvested produce, delivered by our shed-hands. The same hands that will deliver you good-natured banter, craft beers on tap, great tasting wines and unique cocktails.

The menu offers cozy share options for groups, three course substantial meal choices for those wanting to make an evening of it and a fun selection of nibbles for people wanting a light after-work snack with their cocktails or a share jug amongst friends.

Plus, enjoy exclusive after-dark access to The Grounds of Alexandria's latest laneway attractions when you dine in!

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $40 and under
  • Cuisines
    Modern Australian
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Fri 11:30 am–9:00 pm Sat 11:00 am–9:30 pm Sun 11:00 am–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (02) 9699 2225
  • Website
    http://thegrounds.com.au/
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive chef
    Paul McGrath
  • Catering
    From client meetings to personal celebrations, our drop-off catering menu offers a selection of sweet and savoury options that can be combined to achieve the perfect offering for your occasion. Order online <a href="https://thegroundscatering.com.au/">here</a>.
  • Location
    41/43 Bourke Rd, Alexandria, AU-NSW 2015
  • Neighborhood
    Alexandria
  • Cross street
    41-43 Bourke Rd, Alexandria, AU-NSW 2015
  • Parking details
    To park at The Grounds, please enter via 2 Huntley Street and speak with one of our friendly Grounds Rangers who are on hand to help you find the closest available space. Alternatively, street parking is also available.
  • Public transit
    The Grounds is located a 10-15 minute walk from Green Square station, which has frequent services to and from Central station and the CBD. St Peters station is also a 20-30 minute walk away. Bus route 348 (Randwick to Wolli Creek via Green Square) and Bus route 305 (Mascot Stamford Hotel to Redfern via Waterloo) stops outside the restaurant. Route updates, timetables and travel information are available at www.transportnsw.info, or real-time travel apps.
  • Additional
    Beer, Cafe, Cocktails, Private Room, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Experiences

  • Dine In The Potter's Corner

    A$85.00 per person

    Multiple dates available
    Beautifully styled with candles & rustic terracotta elements, enjoy a delicious 3-course set menu feast! T&C's: - Semi-private dining with all guests seated at a high table. - Groups under 16 guests will share the table; 16+ guests enjoy exclusive use. - Reservations are for 2.5 hours. - Not available between 2:15pm and 4:45pm. - Guests aged 16+ must dine on the group menu. - Dietary requirements must be confirmed 48 hours in advance; we'll do our best to accommodate. - Cancellations require at least 24 hours' notice. - Capacity: 10-20 guests. - 10% service charge applies. - Styling and set menu may change without notice.
    Dine In The Potter's Corner Photo

  • Group Menu

    A$75.00 per person

    Multiple dates available
    Our $75 per person share menu is in place for all groups of 10 guests or more with a 10% gratuity applicable to your final bill. Terms & conditions: - Our tables operate on a two hour sitting time. - Please note, our group menu is required for all guests in your party over 16 years of age. - Our group menu is not available from 2.45pm- 4.45pm, all reservations made within this time will be on our standard menu. - Any and all dietary requirements must be confirmed with the venue at least 48 hours in advance, and we will do our best to accommodate these requests.
    Group Menu Photo

  • Premium Private Dining in The Lock-In

    A$120.00 per person

    Multiple dates available
    Upgrade your experience with premium styling, including hand-selected blooms & luxurious linens, for an extra touch of elegance! Terms & Conditions: - This premium experience includes a drink for each guest & exclusive styling options not included in the standard package. - Enjoy exclusive use of The Lock-In for a 3-hour session. - This offering is not available between 2:15pm & 4:45pm. - All guests aged 16+ years are required to order our group menu. - Please confirm any dietary requirements with us at least 48 hours in advance. We will do our best to accommodate your requests. - All cancellations require a minimum of 24 hours' notice. - Maximum capacity is 16 guests. - The styling and set menu may change without notice.
    Premium Private Dining in The Lock-In Photo

Menu

Available 'til 3:30pm & After 5pm

Starters

  • Warm Marinated OlivesA$9.00

    Lemon, chilli

    • Pacific Oyster (1)A$6.50

      Freshly shucked, cabernet vinegar

      • Wood Fired BreadA$13.00

        Lemon oil, garlic

        • Charred Lamb Skewer (1)A$15.00

          Harissa, garlic labneh, flatbread

          • HummusA$16.00

            Date bahrat, flatbread

            • Honey Grilled MortadellaA$20.00

              Focaccia, stracciatella, fig

              • Pistachio & Mortadella ArranciniA$24.00

                Fior de latte, saffron aioli

                • Crumbed Chicken TenderloinA$19.00

                  Chilli aioli, lemon

                  • Honey Roast PumpkinA$24.00

                    Whipped labne, pomegranate, tahini, nuts, seeds

                    • BurrataA$24.00

                      Tomato & chilli compote, basil, focaccia

                      • Frito MistoA$26.00

                        Fried squid, prawns, white bait, lemon aioli

                        • Beef TagliataA$27.00

                          Tonnato aioli, pickled mushrooms, parmesan, eschallots

                          • Snapper CrudoA$28.00

                            Chilli, lime, dill, capers, citrus

                            • Roasted King PrawnsA$29.00

                              Soffrito, lime aioli

                              • The Italian BoardA$75.00

                                Prosciutto, chilli & fennel salami, mortadella, buffalo mozzarella, lemon ricotta & honey, white anchovies, olives, pickled yellow tomatoes, artichokes, grissini, focaccia, gnocco fritto, almonds

                                The Classics

                                • Gnocchi Alla SorrentinaA$26.00

                                  Chery tomatoes, buffalo mozzarella, basil, parmesan

                                  • Lamb Ragout PappardelleA$34.00

                                    Cavolo nero, stracciatella

                                    • Swimmer Crab, Vongole & Squid Ink SpaghettiA$35.00

                                      Calabrian chilli, lemon, tomato

                                      • Pesce All'Aqua PazzaA$42.00

                                        Snapper fillet cooked in a light fragrant broth, tomatoes, fennel, fresh herbs

                                        • The Shed Veal Chop MilaneseA$60.00

                                          Panzanella, parmesan, capers, brown butter

                                          • Fish 'N' ChipsA$35.00

                                            Beer battered gunard, chips, salad, tartare

                                            Salads

                                            • Pear, Goats Feta & Walnut SaladA$25.00

                                              Farro, radicchio, green beans, charred onions, ranch dressing (add poached chicken +5; add halloumi +5; add avocado +5)

                                              • Spring SaladA$26.00

                                                Crispy prosciutto, romaine, eggplant, capsicum, olives, artichokes, balsamic, stracciatella, olive crostini, pistachio pesto (add poached chicken +5; add halloumi +5; add avocado +5)

                                                Charcoal Oven

                                                • The Shed Beef BurgerA$28.00

                                                  Tomato jam, cheese, burger sauce, lettuce, tomato, onion rings, pickles, chips (add bacon +3; make it a double +6)

                                                  • Charcoal Roast Chicken ThighsA$28.00

                                                    Lemon rosemary potato, sauteed greens, salmoriglio, charred lemon

                                                    • Charcoal Roast Pork ChopA$42.00

                                                      Caponata, nduja ailoi, almonds

                                                      • Kinross Station Lamb Rump 250gmA$52.00

                                                        Green beans, pepita salsa verde, roast pearl onions, lemon

                                                        • Wagyu Rump FrittesA$50.00

                                                          Shoestring fries, black garlic butter, red wine jus

                                                          • The Shed Bistecca 70gm Grain Fed T-BoneA$105.00

                                                            Salmoriglio sauce, roquette & parmesan salad, rosemary & lemon roast potato

                                                            Sides

                                                            • ChipsA$9.00

                                                              Burger sauce

                                                              • Grilled BroccoliniA$14.00

                                                                Almond cream, currants, lemon

                                                                • Rosemary & Lemon Roast PotatoA$12.00

                                                                  Creme fraiche, parmesan, lemon

                                                                  • Citrus SaladA$14.00

                                                                    Fennel, ruby grapefruit, oranges, ricotta, chilli

                                                                    • Ensalata CapreseA$15.00

                                                                      Heirloom tomatoes, buffalo mozzarella, basil

                                                                      • Roquette Parmesan & Shaved PearA$12.00

                                                                        Vincotto

                                                                        Special Drinks & Desserts

                                                                        Please ask our staff for a full drinks list.

                                                                        • Limoncello SpritzA$22.00

                                                                          Villa Massa limoncello, prosecco, soda water, lemon, basil

                                                                          • Spring Fling CocktailA$25.00

                                                                            Villa Massa limoncello, gin, violets, lemonade

                                                                            • Floral Fizz MocktailA$16.00

                                                                              Grape lemonade, citrus, lavender

                                                                              • Lavender Haze SundaeA$19.00

                                                                                Blackcurrant sorbet, blackberry compote, blueberry sponge, mascarpone, whipped cream

                                                                                Last updated: August 29, 2024

                                                                                What 3,799 people are saying

                                                                                Overall ratings and reviews

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

                                                                                4.3
                                                                                4.3 based on recent ratings
                                                                                • 4.2Food
                                                                                • 4.3Service
                                                                                • 4.6Ambience
                                                                                • 4Value

                                                                                Noise • Energetic

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                                                                                • Sydney

                                                                                  Most Booked

                                                                                • Inner South

                                                                                  Most Booked

                                                                                Review summary

                                                                                AI-generated from verified diner reviews
                                                                                The Potting Shed offers a stunning atmosphere with beautiful decor and attentive staff, making it a perfect spot for special occasions. Guests praise the "great service" and "amazing ambience," though some feel the new menu could improve. The cocktails and food presentation are consistently highlighted as standout features.

                                                                                3,799 Reviews

                                                                                1. Kim

                                                                                  Sydney

                                                                                  3 reviews

                                                                                  5.0

                                                                                  3 reviews

                                                                                  Dined today

                                                                                  1. Overall 5
                                                                                  2. Food 5
                                                                                  3. Service 5
                                                                                  4. Ambience 5
                                                                                  My friends and I always have a fabulous time at the Grounds. The food is amazing. Your staff work very hard but are so delightful! The whole experience is always Magical!

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                                                                                2. Ranim

                                                                                  Sydney

                                                                                  1 review

                                                                                  5.0

                                                                                  1 review

                                                                                  Dined 2 days ago

                                                                                  1. Overall 5
                                                                                  2. Food 5
                                                                                  3. Service 5
                                                                                  4. Ambience 5
                                                                                  The restaurant is absolutely beautiful with all its greenery and lights. We ordered many dishes and each and every dish was absolutely delicious. Service was quality and efficient. The Christmas display was magical! We even got to witness a proposal in the Christmas garden which was a bonus! Overall all a 10/10 experience

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                                                                                3. Eliza

                                                                                  Sydney

                                                                                  1 review

                                                                                  4.0

                                                                                  1 review

                                                                                  Dined 2 days ago

                                                                                  1. Overall 4
                                                                                  2. Food 4
                                                                                  3. Service 4
                                                                                  4. Ambience 3
                                                                                  We had a lovely time, it's fun to book during December and bring our kids to experience the Christmas display.

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                                                                                4. Nigel

                                                                                  Sydney

                                                                                  1 review

                                                                                  2.0

                                                                                  1 review

                                                                                  Dined 3 days ago

                                                                                  1. Overall 2
                                                                                  2. Food 2
                                                                                  3. Service 2
                                                                                  4. Ambience 2
                                                                                  The food was nothing to write home about with no decent vegetarian options. A lot of people were disappointed to find out that the big Christmas display was privately booked by a company who's workers were already drunk and constantly using foul language in front of children,so they couldn't go in with their children. I I had known this, I wouldn't have wasted my time or money booking a table at all....without the display dinner definitely wasn't worth it.

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                                                                                5. marcelle

                                                                                  Sydney

                                                                                  1 review

                                                                                  1.0

                                                                                  1 review

                                                                                  Dined 3 days ago

                                                                                  1. Overall 1
                                                                                  2. Food 4
                                                                                  3. Service 4
                                                                                  4. Ambience 4
                                                                                  While our food and service were acceptable for the number of clientele dining, we had a poor experience due to the issue of no access to the laneway decorated pink for Christmas and the ballet shoe tree. The Grounds state that no access to the laneway unless you are dining in the restaurant, thats fair enough and were were happy to dine there, as we have before. The problem was...we were not advised before or after making our reservation that on the night of the 20th December there would be absolutely no access to the Pink Christmas Laneway due to closure for a private corporate function. Very poor business practice considering the management would have had prior knowledge of the private function. All of the staff were confused whether the lane was open or not. My daughter and her 3 yo had travelled from Perth the night before and were only staying two nights. The Grounds was chosen for our little granddaughter who was so excited to see the ballet shoe tree...she left in tears very upset due to poor management by The Grounds!!!!

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                                                                                6. Vas

                                                                                  Sydney

                                                                                  3 reviews

                                                                                  5.0

                                                                                  3 reviews

                                                                                  Dined 4 days ago

                                                                                  1. Overall 5
                                                                                  2. Food 5
                                                                                  3. Service 5
                                                                                  4. Ambience 5
                                                                                  The restaurant is stunning and food delicious. The Christmas dessert was perfect end to a great night with friends.

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                                                                                7. Cary

                                                                                  Sydney

                                                                                  1 review

                                                                                  5.0

                                                                                  1 review

                                                                                  Dined 4 days ago

                                                                                  1. Overall 5
                                                                                  2. Food 5
                                                                                  3. Service 5
                                                                                  4. Ambience 5
                                                                                  The small dining table is too small for three adults.

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                                                                                8. Alexandra

                                                                                  New South Wales

                                                                                  1 review

                                                                                  5.0

                                                                                  1 review

                                                                                  Dined 5 days ago

                                                                                  1. Overall 5
                                                                                  2. Food 5
                                                                                  3. Service 5
                                                                                  4. Ambience 5
                                                                                  We had the most lovely waiter! Beautiful food and service

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                                                                                9. Shari

                                                                                  Sydney

                                                                                  1 review

                                                                                  3.0

                                                                                  1 review

                                                                                  Dined 5 days ago

                                                                                  1. Overall 3
                                                                                  2. Food 3
                                                                                  3. Service 2
                                                                                  4. Ambience 4
                                                                                  Whilst nice food, two of the meals arrived almost cold. We found it very hard to talk to the waitress about what our son could eat with his allergies and as if it was a major inconvenience, it definitely felt like she didn’t want to be at work. Mocktail was only half full and so overwhelming strong I had to add water (I’m assuming an ingredient was missed). We usually love the grounds and have been numerous times but this visit has left a negative mark for us. The menu also appeared to be different and not as exciting.

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                                                                                10. Kariene

                                                                                  Sydney

                                                                                  1 review

                                                                                  5.0

                                                                                  1 review

                                                                                  Dined 5 days ago

                                                                                  1. Overall 5
                                                                                  2. Food 5
                                                                                  3. Service 5
                                                                                  4. Ambience 5
                                                                                  Love the deco and atmosphere. Staff professional and attentive. Food was delicious, cooked perfectly, and reasonably price

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                                                                                FAQs

                                                                                The Potting Shed is rated 4.3 stars by 3799 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 41 times today
                                                                                Experiences are available.
                                                                                Google Map for The Potting Shed

                                                                                41/43 Bourke Rd, Alexandria, AU-NSW 2015

                                                                                Dining areas

                                                                                Additional information

                                                                                • Cross street
                                                                                  41-43 Bourke Rd, Alexandria, AU-NSW 2015
                                                                                • Neighborhood
                                                                                  Alexandria
                                                                                • Hours of operation
                                                                                  Mon–Fri 11:30 am–9:00 pm Sat 11:00 am–9:30 pm Sun 11:00 am–9:00 pm
                                                                                • Price
                                                                                  $40 and under
                                                                                • Cuisines
                                                                                  Modern Australian
                                                                                • Dining style
                                                                                  Casual Dining
                                                                                • Dress code
                                                                                  Casual Dress
                                                                                • Parking details
                                                                                  To park at The Grounds, please enter via 2 Huntley Street and speak with one of our friendly Grounds Rangers who are on hand to help you find the closest available space. Alternatively, street parking is also available.
                                                                                • Public transit
                                                                                  The Grounds is located a 10-15 minute walk from Green Square station, which has frequent services to and from Central station and the CBD. St Peters station is also a 20-30 minute walk away. Bus route 348 (Randwick to Wolli Creek via Green Square) and Bus route 305 (Mascot Stamford Hotel to Redfern via Waterloo) stops outside the restaurant. Route updates, timetables and travel information are available at www.transportnsw.info, or real-time travel apps.
                                                                                • Payment options
                                                                                  AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
                                                                                • Executive chef
                                                                                  Paul McGrath
                                                                                • Additional
                                                                                  Beer, Cafe, Cocktails, Private Room, Wheelchair Access, Wine
                                                                                • Website
                                                                                  http://thegrounds.com.au/
                                                                                • Phone number
                                                                                  (02) 9699 2225
                                                                                • Catering
                                                                                  From client meetings to personal celebrations, our drop-off catering menu offers a selection of sweet and savoury options that can be combined to achieve the perfect offering for your occasion. Order online <a href="https://thegroundscatering.com.au/">here</a>.

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