Duck Inn Pub and Kitchen, The

8.8 Highly Recommended

Food  9      Drinks  9      Ambience  9      Service  9      Value  8     

I love this place. So good to find a relaxed pub with fantastic food, a great choice of ciders and wine and a good atmosphere. I spent a lovely Sunday afternoon catching up with friends, starting with the beef sliders (could've had all three to myself!) and then moving on to the lunch special, shoulder of lamb.

The sauce was rich and moreish and the meat was succulent and fell off the bone. Loved the caramelised carrots and the mash was so tasty and creamy. Really generous serving, I couldn't finish it which is unusual for me! My friends had the salmon which I heard was moist and tasty paired with lentils. The wagu beef burger next to me was demolished in a few minutes, very highly recommended.

I like that the menu is short and changes regularly. I've been a few times now and every time has been top notch. Next time I must remember to leave room for dessert! I'll definitely be back, a great place for a long boozy lunch with friends. A real find and just what the area needs!

May 28, 2012 

8.4 Highly Recommended

Food  10      Drinks  8      Ambience  8      Service  8      Value  8     

A delightful pub with great food. We went there with a voucher for two one Sunday night this month. Pleasant and relaxing theme, drinks were quickly offered and menu explained.

Service was friendly and prompt as one expected for a pub. The real surprise were the quality of the food, we have a mixed entree to share which was simple tasty and high quality. We both choose the slow roasted lamb which was huge portion, the taste/silky moist and texture will beat any high end restaurant, we have a good portion left to take home. The share dessert was simply out of this world, there were macaron, passion fruit mousse and a pipping hot lava cake oozing with melt chocolate. I came home and bought 3 more voucher just before the deal finish.

Apr 26, 2012 

1.8 Not Recommended

Food  2      Drinks  1      Ambience  3      Service  1      Value  2     

We had a very ordinary experience and will unlikely be back. As a table of 8 to celebrate a birthday we waited an extremely long time for our drinks and finally received a warm bottle of sparkling wine. Plonked on the table unopened. It felt like no one was looking after our table for the entire evening.

Entree was slow to arrive (tinned anchovies on a bread board!). The mains not too long. All at the table thought the food was as average as the service. My dry overcooked salmon was def not worth the $26 price tag. We were not offered dessert or coffee until hours after the main when the lights were being turned up. Obviously an attempt for us to vacate the table. There are soo many good places to go in Sydney. This is not one of them.

Apr 21, 2012 

3.2 Below Average

Food  3      Drinks  4      Ambience  6      Service  2      Value  1     

Haven't been to this place since it was the Duck and Swan pub. Was really looking forward to eating there as I'd heard good things about the renovation.

Really disappointed. The waiter was extremely hostile and had an awful attitude. He seemed bored and irritated that we were even there (6.30, early on a Sunday night, it seemed reasonably quiet).

I struggled to find anything I wanted to eat on the menu. When my meal arrived, (deconstructed pie and mash) the mash was completely cold. Also, the Duck Inn claims to be kid-friendly, it's not, unless you think $18 for a small beef burger is kid friendly.

Yes the renovation is nice but the food is pretentious and overpriced and the current wait staff need to find another vocation. Working with people is not their thing.

Mar 27, 2012 

5.8 Average

Food  6      Drinks  6      Ambience  5      Service  6      Value  6     

Old style pub, rather cramped and not enough chairs on a Fri night, but the people were pleasant and the food was fine too.

Mar 24, 2012 

8.2 Recommended

Food  9      Drinks  8      Ambience  8      Service  8      Value  8     

What a gem! Unlike many pubs it is quaint, bright and homely, nestled away like a secret. It is only small so next time I will book, it was also quite a hot night and with no air conditioning it was a little hot.

The wine and food menus are both short but of very high quality. My sparkling wine was delicious, crisp and refreshing. The menu, although small, has something for everyone and is very well thought out. I had the salmon which was full of lots of fresh flavours. My partner had sausages, which were real, thick and juicy looking. I will definitely be back with a booking!

Feb 01, 2012 

8 Recommended

Food  8      Drinks  8      Ambience  7      Service  10      Value  7     

Visited after stumbling on this venue's website and very glad we did.

Felt really welcomed on arrival and service well beyond what you would expect in a pub throughout our visit. The menu is not your usual pub fair and all the better for it.

The decor is not what you would expect in the area, was quiet during our visit and probably needed a few more people to come alive.

A great find in an area where most pubs are just for drinks.

Jan 06, 2012 

7.8 Recommended

Food  8      Drinks  7      Ambience  9      Service  8      Value  7     

Became a regular here during the uni term. Affordable lunches with fresh food and perfect lunch servings. Great special for a beer and tasty sandwich for lunch. The manager and staff are always welcoming and helpful at directing me to my lunch partner. Love the new layout. Makes a nice change to the other pubs in the area.

Dec 29, 2011 

9.2 Highly Recommended

Food  8      Drinks  10      Ambience  10      Service  10      Value  8     

I can't rave enough about The Duck Inn Pub and Kitchen. The food is top notch, they have the greatest cider on tap and the staff are fantastic. They all appear to love their work and make the place feel like a home away from home.

I hosted a party there in the courtyard last Saturday and they gave us impeccable (and very tolerant) service. All the guests agreed it's one of the greatest pubs they've been to in a long time.

Hands down favourite pub. We threaten to be back, regularly.

Nov 24, 2011 

9.2 Highly Recommended

Food  9      Drinks  9      Ambience  10      Service  9      Value  9     

The Duck has quickly replaced all nearby pubs in terms of my favourite local. The atmosphere couldn't be better; friendly and helpful staff, and a great local crowd - I'm starting to recognise people most times I visit.

The Duck is not pretentious, unlike so many renovated pubs in Sydney thesedays. It is modern, clean, and comfy. You can sit at the spacious bar, or in some comfy couches, grab a bench out back or sit in the fresh and inviting dining room.

The food seems very well priced for what you get, which is interesting and delicious food. I haven't had a bad meal there yet. And I've discovered a new favourite beer, Vale Ale. All up, I am very impressed!

Oct 17, 2011