Black bottle - Sydney

5.0

7 Reviews

$40 and under

French

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

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2 people

Apr 6, 2025

10:00 PM

Booked 1 time today

Experiences are available.

Neighborhood gem
Great for outdoor dining
Good for groups

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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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$68.00 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 7 people are saying

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5.0

5 based on recent ratings

5Food
5Service
4.9Ambience
4.9Value

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7 Reviews

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Daniel
Greater Boston2 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
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
Sydney1 review
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
Sydney4 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
Sydney4 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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nicholas
Sydney4 reviews
5.0
Dined on January 15, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The Steak was excellently cooked and came with fried potato strips and vegetable side pate. The service was very attentive and helpful.
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nicholas
Sydney4 reviews
5.0
Dined on January 2, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The duck and the veal were cooked to perfection and the escargots had a wonderful garlic sauce with them. The creme brulee was also memorable. The ambiance at the garden area on the summer night was enchanting.
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Black bottle - Sydney is rated 5 stars by 7 OpenTable diners.

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2 people

Apr 6, 2025

10:00 PM

Booked 1 time today

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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Chef's Menu

THURSDAY BISTRO $25 SPECIAL

HAPPY HOUR | Friday & Saturday 5-7pm

SNACKS

GARLIC BREAD French onion dip (V)A$12.00

MARINATED OLIVES (V)A$8.00

GRILLED SOURDOUGH butter (V)A$4.00

CHARCUTERIE

SAUCISSON SEC cornichons, butterA$12.00

SALMON RILLETTES capers, lemonA$16.00

CHICKEN LIVER PARFAIT onion jamA$18.00

STARTERS

HANDCUT BEEF TARTARE condiments, sourdoughA$18.00

GRILLED TUNA NICOISE egg, potato, beans, tomato, olivesA$18.00

DOZEN ESCARGOTS parsley and garlic butterA$18.00

SCALLOPS, PRAWNS, CHORIZO chili honeyA$18.00

MAINS

CONFIT DUCK LEG mustard sauceA$26.00

BOEUF BOURGUIGNON red wine sauceA$28.00

CHICKEN FRICASSÉE morel sauce A$26.00

BAKED RATATOUILLE goat cheese (V)A$22.00

STEAK FRITES 200g black angus top sirloin, maître d’ butter, fries, aioliA$38.00

SIDES

SHOESTRING FRIES (V)A$10.00

BUTTER LETTUCE (V) A$10.00

HEIRLOOM TOMATO SALAD (V)A$12.00

DESSERTS

CREME BRULEE (V)A$12.00

CHOCOLATE MOUSSE (V)A$12.00

TRIPLE CREAM BRIE crackers, chutneyA$12.00

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