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Karoo & Co The Old School, St Ives, AU-NSW

Karoo & Co The Old School

4.6 (418)
$41 to $100
Italian
205 Mona Vale Rd, St Ives, AU-NSW 2075

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2 people
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7:00 PM
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Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

  • Neighborhood gem
  • Good for special occasions
  • Good for groups
Karoo & Co The Old school is located in the heritage-listed old St Ives Public School. Lovingly renovated to bring out its old school charm, makes this a perfect place to come together and enjoy the warmth of our good food and hospitality.
Using select premium ingredients our team has created a seasonal menu of wines, cocktails, and food that draws inspiration from all corners of the world,
Come on in and & enjoy what our old school charm has to offer!

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $41 to $100
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Australian
  • Hours of operation
    Dinner Tue–Sun 5:00 pm–9:30 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Neighborhood
    St Ives
  • Parking details
    Plenty of council parking available!
  • Additional
    Beer, Cafe, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

  • $100pp feast menu | groups of 12+

    A$100.00 per person

    Multiple dates available
    Our $100pp feast menu includes a great selection of our most popular antipasto dishes for the table to share. a variety of mains, pizzas, pasta seasonal salads & sides are chosen by our chefs and prepared in shared style. We do our best to cater to most dietary requirements with 24 hours notice, please leave a message in the booking request of all dietary requirements.
    $100pp feast menu | groups of 12+ Photo
  • $55pp menu | groups of 12+

    A$55.00 per person

    Multiple dates available
    Our classic $55pp menu includes a great selection of pizzas for the table to share as well as seasonal salads. We do our best to cater to most dietary requirements with 24 hours notice, please leave a message in the booking request of all dietary requirements.
    $55pp menu | groups of 12+ Photo
  • $65pp menu | groups of 12+

    A$65.00 per person

    Multiple dates available
    Our $65 karoo menu includes a great selection of our most popular antipasto dishes for the table to share. a variety of mains, seasonal salads & sides are chosen by our chefs and prepared in shared style. We do our best to cater to most dietary requirements with 24 hours' notice, please leave a message in the booking request of all dietary requirements.
    $65pp menu | groups of 12+ Photo

Offers

  • WINE & BEER HAPPY HOUR!

    Multiple dates available
    Sun - 5:00 PM - 7:30 PM
    $8 house red or white & $8 beer on tap!

    WINE & BEER HAPPY HOUR! Photo

What 418 people are saying

Karoo & Co The Old School reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

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

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

NoiseEnergetic

Loved For

  • North Sydney Area

    Best Overall

  • North Sydney Area

    Best Service

  • North Sydney Area

    Best Ambiance

  • North Sydney Area

    Best Value

  • North Sydney Area

    Good for groups

  • North Sydney Area

    Healthy

  • North Sydney Area

    Neighborhood gem

  • North Sydney Area

    Great for fine wines

  • North Sydney Area

    Romantic

  • North Sydney Area

    Good for special occasions

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Karoo & Co The Old School delights with "hearty, no-fuss food" in a "cosy, yet elegant setting." Guests praise the "wonderful, friendly and attentive service," and the "excellent local venue" offers a "unique ambience and family friendly" atmosphere. Enjoy "fabulous authentic Italian pasta classics" and "beautiful food and drinks" for a "wonderful evening" experience.
418 Reviews
  1. Day

    Sydney4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food full of super fresh ingredients! Wonderful, friendly and attentive service too.

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  2. Amanda

    New York City9 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    What a gem! Hearty, no-fuss food in a cosy, yet elegant setting.

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  3. Cameron

    Sydney1 review

    3.0

    Dined on May 16, 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Food was ok........ not great value as found it to be a little on the expensive side which is typical for the area. Service was good

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  4. Clive VIP

    Sydney14 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 10, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent local venue. Good food and ambience with most attentive and helpful service.

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  5. Jen

    Sydney1 review

    5.0

    Dined on May 1, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Fabulous authentic Italian pasta classics. Scent from wood fired oven lovely, nice ambience, relaxed, easy dining. Great wines by the glass. Fab service, with a smile.

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  6. Clive VIP

    Sydney14 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 26, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Everything is well prepared and well presented, food is tasty and wholesome with a large variety to choose from.

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  7. Jan

    Sydney2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 28, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had a wonderful evening at Karoo. The food quality was outstanding and the service super friendly. Highly recommended.

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  8. Sarah

    Sydney1 review

    5.0

    Dined on March 14, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Every time I dine at Karoo & Co The Old School, it is a wonderful time. The food is always fantastic, and the staff are courteous, friendly and very accommodating.

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  9. OpenTable Diner

    Sydney1 review

    5.0

    Dined on March 11, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent dinning experience and love the vibe, always welcoming

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  10. Christine VIP

    Sydney25 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 9, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Wonderful food and good menu choices - not too many. Service excellent and such a lovely building.

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FAQs

Karoo & Co The Old School offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (02) 9144 6466.

Karoo & Co The Old School is rated 4.6 stars by 418 OpenTable diners.

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

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  2. Australia
  3. Sydney
  4. North Sydney Area
  5. St Ives

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animated flamesBooked 9 times today
Experiences are available.
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205 Mona Vale Rd, St Ives, AU-NSW 2075

Additional information

  • Neighborhood
    St Ives
  • Hours of operation
    Dinner Tue–Sun 5:00 pm–9:30 pm
  • Price
    $41 to $100
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Australian
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Plenty of council parking available!
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Beer, Cafe, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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