Black bottle - Sydney

5 (12)

$40 and under

French

Shop 2, 116-118 Darlinghurst Rd, Darlinghurst, AU-NSW 2010

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2 people

May 26, 2025

May 2025

7:00 PM

Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

Neighborhood gem
Great for outdoor dining
Charming

Black Bottle Darlo is a vibrant, contemporary bar and eatery in Darlinghurst, Sydney, known for its cozy, speakeasy atmosphere and eclectic charm. With a unique selection of cocktails, wines, and classic French bistro cuisine, Black Bottle Darlo is perfect for casual meetups, date nights, or lively gatherings. Its laid-back yet stylish ambiance, complete with low lighting and an intimate vibe, makes it a hidden gem for those looking to enjoy a relaxed, social night out in the heart of Sydney.

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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$40 and under
Cuisines
French, Wine Bar, Traditional French
Hours of operation
Wed, Thu 5:30 pm–11:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–11:00 pm
Phone number
(02) 9184 7735
Website
http://www.blackbottledarlo.com.au/
Payment options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Executive chef
Raphael Szurek

Location
Shop 2, 116-118 Darlinghurst Rd, Darlinghurst, AU-NSW 2010
Neighborhood
Darlinghurst
Parking details
None
Public transit
3 minute walk from Kings Cross Station
Additional
Beer, Beer Garden, Cafe, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Wine

Experiences

Chef's Menu
A$72.00 per person
Multiple dates available
Experience an authentic French bistro dinner with our Chef's Menu featuring your choice from the a la carte menu of your favourite appetizer, main course with fries or a salad, a dessert, and a glass of house wine. Reserve your table today and treat yourself to a feast of flavours!
THURSDAY BISTRO $25 SPECIAL
A$25.00 per person
Multiple dates available
Enjoy a classic bistro main course and a glass of wine or beer for $25
HAPPY HOUR | Friday & Saturday 5-7pm
Multiple dates available
$10 glass wine | $8 Schooners | $5 Snacks (changing weekly)

What 12 people are saying

Black bottle - Sydney reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

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5.0

5.0 based on recent ratings

5.0Food
5.0Service
4.9Ambience
5.0Value

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Review summary

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Black Bottle in Sydney is a delightful "hidden gem" known for its "excellent food and service" and inviting atmosphere. Guests rave about the exquisite French cuisine at "great value," with a diverse menu catering to various tastes and dietary needs. The friendly staff and cozy ambiance make every visit memorable.

12 Reviews

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OpenTable Diner
Sydney1 review
5.0
Dined on May 14, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Always an absolute winner. A total gem from food to service.
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Dale
Sydney2 reviews
5.0
Dined on May 14, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Love Black Bottle, Im a fan and a regular. The food is always excellent!
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Peter
Hong Kong1 review
5.0
Dined on May 7, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Didn’t know quite what to expect but food and service was excellent. Was open kitchen so also an excellent chat to the chef as well
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nicholas
Sydney5 reviews
5.0
Dined on May 1, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Our main course was baked Tuna with sauce. It was the best fish dish we have ever tasted. The Chef is a genius. Our lively waiter also provided excellent service. This is a restaurant we will return to often.
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Rhett
Sydney1 review
5.0
Dined on April 24, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Black bottle is one of those hidden gems that you find and know you will leave having enjoyed an amazing meal with friendly service. The food is exquisite and great value.
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Daniel
Greater Boston2 reviews
5.0
Dined on April 4, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
As always, a wonderful experience - delicious food, great cosy ambience, and friendly and attentive staff. I have been coming to Black Bottle for years and have never been disappointed. Whether I’ve come as part of a large group (15+) or as one of a couple, my consistent experience has been that Black Bottle serves amazing French food without the pretentiousness (and high prices) of most French restaurants in the Sydney area. The menu is not huge but spans a wide range of tastes, with appealing vegetarian options, and the chef is happy to accommodate dietary restrictions wherever possible. The Chef’s Selection (actually *your* choice of starter, main, dessert plus a glass of wine) is excellent value for money, and you would be very hard pressed to find food of this high quality at this price anywhere in Sydney. All in all, I cannot recommend Black Bottle highly enough - give them a try and you might find them becoming your go-to French restaurant (as I did!).
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Dale
Sydney2 reviews
5.0
Dined on March 27, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
I love this place. It feels like a friendly local that is also high calibre excellent.
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nicholas
Sydney5 reviews
5.0
Dined on March 20, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The Thursday menu was based around a most delicious chicken with rice and mushroom sauce. The restaurant was well attended to, and the atmosphere was very happy.
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nicholas
Sydney5 reviews
5.0
Dined on February 20, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We had a great dinner at Black Bottle as usual. Black Bottle is our Go-To Eestaurant in Darlinghurst.
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Lu
Sydney2 reviews
5.0
Dined on February 7, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
This is our favourite French restaurant in Sydney, great food, great chef and excellent value.
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Black bottle - Sydney is rated 5 stars by 12 OpenTable diners.

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

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Experiences are available.

Shop 2, 116-118 Darlinghurst Rd, Darlinghurst, AU-NSW 2010

Dining areas

Additional information

Neighborhood
Darlinghurst
Hours of operation
Wed, Thu 5:30 pm–11:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–11:00 pm
Price
$40 and under
Cuisines
French, Wine Bar, Traditional French
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
None
Public transit
3 minute walk from Kings Cross Station
Payment options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
Raphael Szurek
Additional
Beer, Beer Garden, Cafe, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Wine

Website
http://www.blackbottledarlo.com.au/
Phone number
(02) 9184 7735

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Black bottle - Sydney

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About this restaurant

Dining areas

Additional information

Chef's Menu

THURSDAY BISTRO $25 SPECIAL

HAPPY HOUR | Friday & Saturday 5-7pm

HOUSE BAKED BREAD

GARLIC BREAD French onion dip (V)A$8.00

GRILLED FOCACCIA butter (V)A$4.00

CHARCUTERIE

SAUCISSON SEC cornichons, butterA$12.00

DCK RILLETTES seeded mustardA$16.00

CHICKEN LIVER PARFAIT onion jamA$18.00

STARTERS

HANDCUT BEEF TARTARE condiments, sourdoughA$18.00

FRENCH ONION SOUP petit Cantal, garlic croutonA$18.00

DOZEN ESCARGOTS parsley and garlic butterA$18.00

BAKED JERSEY BRIE mushroom fricassee (V)A$18.00

MAINS

BOEUF BOURGUIGNON carrot, speck, mushroomsA$30.00

CONFIT LAMB SHOULDER chilli, honey, Dijon mustardA$30.00

"GRIMAUD" DUCK BREAST green peppercorn sauceA$30.00

"CROZETS" AU GRATIN Savoy cabbage, creme fraiche (V)A$26.00

STEAK FRITES 200g black angus top sirloin, maître d’ butter, fries, aioliA$42.00

SIDES

SHOESTRING FRIES aioli (V)A$12.00

MIXED LEAVES truffle vinaigrette (V) A$12.00

DESSERTS

CREME BRULEE (V)A$12.00

RED WINE POACHED PEAR whipped mascarpone creamA$12.00

CHOCOLATE FONDANT vanilla ice cream (V)A$12.00

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