Bistro Lilly

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7.7

Bistro Lilly Recommended based on its 286 reviews
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Food
7.9
Ambience
7.9
Service
7.8
Value
7.4

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Bistro Lilly Address

Observatory Tower
Shop 6, 168 Kent St
Sydney NSW 2000
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Cuisines

Modern Australian


Chef

David Koorey


Prices

Average Meal Price $45 - based on one entree & main course only
$2.90-$22.50
$28.50-$35.50

Set Menu
Private Function Set Menu from $49.50; max guests: 120 cocktail/ 85 seated, private dining area 25 guests


Rooms & Capacity

No of Seats 120

Private Dining Room One
Private Dining Room suiitable for all types of Dining Events
Seating Capacity 24
Standing Capacity 50

Private Dining Room Two
Private Dining Room suiitable for all types Corporate Events
Standing Capacity 150


Hours

Lunch
Tue to Fri Noon - 3pm
Dinner
Tue to Sat 6pm - 11pm
Remarks
Also open for larger groups on Sunday & Monday by request


Specialties

  • Seared Queensland Scallops with baby sprouts, broad beans and jus Lardonaise
  • Brioche Crumbed Zucchini Flowers stuffed with crab and leeks with shellfish Rouille
  • Angus Beef Fillet with cheek ravioli, king mushroom and sauce Grenache
  • Crispy Skinned Duck Confit, savoy cabbage with caramelised apples and chestnuts

Serves

Serves Lunch
Serves Dinner
Serves Late Dining


Classifications

Restaurants


Categories

Accessibility
Wheelchair Access
Wheelchair Accessible Toilets

Bookings Online
Restaurant Bookings

Business Facilities
Business Centre
Conference Facilities
Meeting / Banquet Facilities

Dietary Standards
Cater to Special Diets
Dairy Free
Genetically Modified Free
Gluten Free
MSG Free

Dining Atmospheres
Fine Dining
Good For Groups
Hip and Trendy
Quiet
Romantic and Intimate

Dining Features
Air Conditioning
Bistro/Brasserie
Citibank Dining Program
Has Bar
Licensed
Outdoor Dining
Private Room

Internet Access
Free WiFi

View
City View
District View
Water View


Payment Types Accepted

Amex
Visa
Mastercard
EFTPos
Diners

Parking

Ample or Convenient Parking
Parking Suggestions
Ample on street parking available. We also have a parking station 150 metres from the restaurant at 261 Kent street



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Overview of Bistro Lilly

Sydney's Finest European Style Bistro. With its informal yet stylish ambience, Bistro Lilly is perfect for all manner of occasions, a romantic dinner, corporate lunch or that special private function. Located in the Sydney’s prestigious Observatory Tower in the Historic Rocks area, Bistro Lilly offers European -style Bistro Food matched with a wine list that exemplifies the cosmopolitan nature of Sydney.



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    7.5 Recommended

    Food  8      Ambience  6      Service  7      Value  9     


    Eaten here a few times. Its a little out of the way (wasn't easy to find the first time). Has more of a cafe feel about it than fine restaurant. But, food is very good and you can't argue the excellent value for money. I can't see why you wouldn't be very happy to pay what you do for the 5 course degustation. Up the road you can easily pay twice as much for food not as good as it is here (NB this is not an excuse for a price rise!). Wish I could draw smiley face.

    Jan 27, 2010 

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    The Old Bugger
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    8.8 Highly Recommended

    Food  9      Ambience  9      Service  8      Value  9     


    Have come here a few times and I've never been disappointed. There is always something new and exotic to try. Wide range of drinks to chose from. Staff are attentive and pleasant. No wonder this restaurant is spectacularly popular, it is the best of the fine dining scene. Well done!

    Jan 22, 2010 

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    miss_poshie
    2


    7.8 Recommended

    Food  6      Ambience  9      Service  8      Value  8     


    Very good value and interior of the restaurant is stylish and spacious, and the fresh flowers and candle lights added a nice touch to the atmosphere. They have some very nice wine there but we found the pasta dishes to be too buttery for our liking.

    Jan 14, 2010 

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    rainlyc
    29


    9.3 Highly Recommended

    Food  9      Ambience  10      Service  8      Value  10     


    Having been burdened with the job of finding a reasonably-priced fine-dining lunch venue for 20 plus chefs/teachers of commercial cookery appeared to be a daunting task. That is, until I considered the poor misfortunate chef that would have to meet the expectations of these argumentative, hard-to-please, know-it-all culinary experts.

    I am pleased to say I found a venue with a relaxed ambience that appeared to conciliate the savage beast comprising 20 chefs. Without pontificating about the food and appearing to be over-enthusiastic, it is best to describe the experience with a few comments from the guests themselves, thus: Referring to the 120 day aged grain-fed angus beef fillet, "The meat is perfectly cooked and tender" and " How rare it is to find a chef that knows the correct amount of sauce per plate".

    Referring to the pate, "Smooth and creamy, almost like a parfait". However, the two biggest compliments one could possibly give a chef's food are: All plates from three courses (that is, 60 plates) were returned completely clean, and from the 20 predominantly knowledgeable and crabby chefs, there was not one complaint or even the ubiquitous know-it-all constructive pieces of feedback.

    Suffice is to say, all savage beasts were satiated.

    Dec 21, 2009 

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    James Collins
    1


    5 Average

    Food  8      Ambience  6      Service  1      Value  5     


    No cocktail list, then after one Caprioska they ran out of limes, a piece of plastic from the tray they make the apple tartin with no apology and still charged us for. None of the staff smiled-food great but everything else disappointing, will never return-bad attitude.

    Dec 13, 2009 

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    amh22
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    10 Highly Recommended

    Food  10      Ambience  10      Service  10      Value  10     


    Justin and I would like to thank Cher, Marc and the very talented team at Bistro Lilly for a night to remember. It really was some enchanted evening.

    We chose to have our wedding reception at one of the best restaurants we've had the distinct pleasure to dine in. All communication was done via interstate with every detail covered off to perfection by Cher & Marc. The team were insightful and incredibly professional. From the very beginning, Marc & Cher were delightful, supportive and open to an intimate post wedding dinner party for 25.

    In consultation with their chefs, a sensory wonderland unfolded. Their signature five course degustation menu was designed with matching wines to each of the courses. We were tantalised with fine French champagne to delicate Australian boutique wines which left the palate begging for more.

    The fine selection of courses sampled our guests with the freshest and most colourful ingredients, showcasing the best of tradition and modern French cuisine.
    The food presentation was beyond artistic and flavours exquisite which could only be complimented by a romantic ambience.

    Our guests travelled from across the globe and across the country to be met with the most incredible culinary experience. Bistro Lilly is by far one of the Sydney's best kept secrets. We believe it would rival any of the top five. The attention to detail by all staff concerned was unparallelled but unobtrusive, something that anyone in the industry could only aspire to.

    We have travelled all over the world and do so frequently. We have and will continue to recommend Bistro Lilly to any discerning diner or Corporation who seeks an intimate dining experience, quality and service that will remain with them for many many years.

    Thank you for the privillege and pleasure. Kind regards.

    Dec 09, 2009 

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    Jennifer O'Brien
    1


    9 Highly Recommended

    Food  9      Ambience  8      Service  10      Value  9     


    Our boss took us here for a special end of year dinner. The food is spectacular and so full of some fantastic flavours. I had the Canadian scallops for entree which were cooked to perfection and for main the confit of duck which was also excellent. Service is faultless and the dining room has a great feel. I will definitely be returning here to try their degustation.

    Dec 06, 2009 

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    jud148
    2


    4 Below Average

    Food  5      Ambience  5      Service  5      Value  1     


    I ate here for the first time and probably the last. Service was reasonable, although the waiter was keen to clean up our dishes before they were finished. Quality of food served was mediocre, the scampi in the risotto was more of a prawn and overcooked. What shocked me the most was been charged $21.50 for scallops and been served 2 small scallops (sans shell). I didn't realise I was dining at a Michelin Star restaurant! Very disappointed.

    Nov 28, 2009 

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    po
    1


    7.3 Recommended

    Food  8      Ambience  7      Service  7      Value  7     


    It was very very quiet so ambience didn't really apply. Staff were pleasant and friendly and the food was good but not especially memorable.

    Nov 15, 2009 

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    two weis
    4


    9.5 Highly Recommended

    Food  10      Ambience  9      Service  10      Value  9     


    I have eaten here twice, once as a Business function and the other with friends and both times I have found the food to be consistently good and service professional and friendly. The menu reads well with lots of choice and some very interesting and imaginative dishes. Highly recommended.


    Response from Management:
    Dear Sir/Madam,

    Thank you for yor lovely comments and feedback. Our Staff are passionate about creating Great Food and first class service and your comments are greatly appreciatiated. Please make yoyr self know to me or my wif Cher next time you visit. Regards

    Marc

    Nov 02, 2009 

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    Chasgreen12
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    Special Offers for Bistro Lilly

    Special Offers Special Offer Exclusive to Eatability!

    Winter Degustation - 6 Course with Matching Wines $98

    6 Course Degustation with wine $98 on Tuesday evening. All other nights Wednesday to Saturday, the degustation is $79pp and $46pp for the matching wines.

    WINTER DEGUSTATION MENU

    Amuse Bouche
    Veuve D’Argent Brut
    Loire Valley France

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    Warm Brioche Dinner Rolls with Roasted Garlic and Extra Virgin Olive Oil

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    2010 Mt Difficulty Roaring Meg Pinot Gris

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    Potted Glenloth Organic Chicken, Chicken Liver & Chestnut Parfait, White Muscat Jelly and Brioche

    2010 Alexander Valley Pinot Noir
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    Mid-Course Palate Cleanser
    Champagne and Lime Sorbet

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    “White Rocks” Veal Fillet
    Creamed Polenta, Porcini Mushroom and Parsley Emulsion

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    “Bailey’s Irish” Crème Brulee with Hazelnut Biscotti

    * 2008 Mitchelton Blackwood Park Botrytis Riesling

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    $79 Per Person
    Degustation Wines $46 Per Person

    6 Course Degustation with wine $98 on Tuesday evening. All other nights Wednesday to Saturday, the degustation is $79pp and $46pp for the matching wines.

    This special cannot be used in conjunction with any other offer or promotion.
    Valid to 28th Mar 2013

    How:
    To book for the Special Tuesday degustation, please call 92521116 and mention the special offer when booking.

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    Lunch Special - Two Course $35 Per Person

    ENTREE

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    MAIN COURSE

    “Junee” Lamb Cutlets, Lightly Breaded, Caramelized Pumpkin, Broad Beans & Asparagus, Mint

    OR

    House Smoked King Salmon & Ricotta Cannelloni Preserved Lemon, Dill & Tomato Olive Oil

    Bookings essential. Two course lunch $35 per person. Lunch special is available for bookings only. Not available in conjunction with other offers or gift vouchers.
    Valid to 30th Jun 2012

    How:
    For details and bookings, call 9252 1116.


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