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OPEN HOURS

Mon – Fri: 7:00am ’til 9:00pm
Sat: 8:00am ’til 9:30pm
Sun: 8:00am ’til 5:00pm

Last orders are taken 30 minutes prior to closing time.

PUBLIC HOLIDAY HOURS

Mon, June 8th: 8:00am ’til 5:00pm

LOCATION

Shop RG12, The Galeries
500 George Street Sydney NSW 2000

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RESERVATIONS

Groups of up to 5 people can book online and walk-ins are always welcome.

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GROUP BOOKINGS

Contact us to make a reservation for groups of 6 people or more.

(02) 9699 2225
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Mon – Fri: 7:00am ’til 9:00pm
Sat: 8:00am ’til 9:30pm
Sun: 8:00am ’til 5:00pm

Last orders are taken 30 minutes prior to closing time.

PUBLIC HOLIDAY HOURS

Mon, June 8th: 8:00am ’til 5:00pm

Shop RG12, The Galeries
500 George Street Sydney NSW 2000

Map & Directions

Groups of up to 5 people can book online and walk-ins are always welcome.

Book A Table

Contact us to make a reservation for groups of 6 people or more.

(02) 9699 2225
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The Grounds of the City

Timeless elegance and sophistication in a contemporary world.

OUR STORY

Discover The Grounds of The City, a vibrant spot in the heart of Sydney’s CBD where classic charm meets modern comfort. Step inside to escape the hustle and bustle and embrace a stylish 1920s-inspired ambiance that makes every visit special. Whether you’re here for a perfectly brewed coffee, a hearty meal, or a quick bite, our menu covers breakfast, lunch, and dinner, with delightful takeaway options. Enjoy a space where timeless elegance and contemporary flair come together to create memorable moments.

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City Afternoon Tea | The Grounds of the City

City Afternoon Tea

Gather your nearest and dearest for afternoon tea at The Grounds of the City, located in the heart of Sydney's CBD.

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OUR MENU

Serving breakfast until 11:30am.

RISE & SHINE

  • LINSEED PORRIDGE(GF)(DF ON REQ)

    Vanilla yoghurt, pear & rhubarb compote, almonds

    21

  • OVERNIGHT OATS

    Chia, vanilla yoghurt, mixed citrus, golden kiwi, macadamia

    23

  • BREAKFAST BOWL(NF)

    Cous cous, quinoa, freekah, kale, brussels sprout, green tahini, tomato, cucumber, poached eggs, molasses, honey halloumi, sesame

    25

  • CROISSANT ROYAL FRENCH TOAST

    Honey glazed figs, blackberry, anglaise, hazelnuts

    26

CLASSICS

  • AVOCADO TOAST(GF / DF ON REQ)

    Fresh ricotta, lemon, chilli oil, dukkah

    24

  • SOFT SCRAMBLED EGGS(NF)

    Toasted ciabatta, buttered winter vegetables, chilli crisp

    24

  • BUTTERMILK PANCAKES

    Pot set yoghurt, mixed citrus, marmalade, pistachio, raspberry

    26

  • PORK SAUSAGE & CHILLI CHEESE ROLL(NF)

    Chipotle mayo, Swiss cheese, scrambled egg, tomato relish

    26

  • KASSLER HAM TOASTIE(NF)

    Mustard, hollandaise, poached eggs, spinach, Swiss cheese, piccalilli

    27

  • CORN FRITTERS, AVOCADO SALSA(NF)

    Poached eggs, manchego, herb salad, Aleppo butter

    28

  • CITRUS CURED SALMON TARTINE(NF)

    Cream cheese, pickled cucumbers, onions, capers, soft boiled egg

    29

  • KING CRAB MUFFIN(NF)

    Hash brown, poached eggs, hollandaise, chive aioli, roe

    38

  • EGGS ON TOAST(NF)

    The Grounds sourdough

    17

  • FREE-RANGE EGG OMELETTE(GF)(NF)

    Truffle, mushrooms, crème fraîche, English spinach, parmesan, buttered toast

    34

  • FRIED EGGS & CHORIZO(NF)(DF)

    Braised eggplant, tomato, beans, salsa verde, charred garlic loaf

    36

  • SIRLOIN STEAK & EGGS(GF)(NF)

    Roast mushrooms, stracciatella, poached eggs, chimichurri

    43

TO SHARE

  • CONTINENTAL BREAKFAST FOR TWO

    Selection of pastries, breads, crumpets, condiments, coconut yoghurt, fresh cut fruit & freshly made juice of the day

    46

Sides

  • AVOCADO

    With lemon

    5

  • EXTRA EGG

    Poached or fried

    4.5

  • POTATO GEM

    6

  • STREAKY BACON

    8

  • HALLOUMI

    8

  • ROASTED FIELD MUSHROOM

    8

  • CURED SALMON

    12

GF - Gluten Free | DF - Dairy Free | NF - Nut Free | VG - Vegan | V - Vegetarian

Not all ingredients are listed on the menu, and items / pricing may change without notice. Inform your server of any dietary needs before ordering. Be aware that our menu contains allergens and is prepared in a kitchen handling nuts, shellfish, gluten, and eggs. While we make every effort to accommodate dietary needs, we cannot guarantee allergen-free food.

Please note that a 1.5% surcharge applies to all card payments. A 10% surcharge applies on weekends. A 10% service charge will apply to groups of 10 or more. A 15% surcharge applies on public holidays. A $3pp cakeage charge applies to external cakes.

Serving from 11:45am. Last orders are taken 30 minutes prior to closing.

SNACKS

  • OYSTERS OF THE DAY

    Freshly shucked, champagne mignonette

    7 ea

  • WHIPPED RICOTTA(NF)

    Focaccia, truffle honey, macerated golden raisins

    20

  • OCTOPUS & MORCILLA SKEWER(GF)(DF)(NF)

    Mojo rojo, shallot, pickled green tomato

    18

  • LOBSTER ROLL(NF)

    Celeriac remoulade, Shiraz caviar, Marie Rose, chives

    18 ea

  • SCALLOP & CORAL PRAWNS TARTARE(DF)(NF)

    Ponzu, nori purée, mandarin oil, buttered crumpet, sesame

    14 ea

SMALL PLATES

  • CONFIT & CHARRED LEEKS(NF)

    Romesco, pangrattato, chives, parmesan

    20

  • DUCK LIVER PARFAIT(NF)

    Cumquats, pickles, maple peppercorn lavosh

    25

  • FRIED ZUCCHINI FLOWERS

    Fior di latte, pistachio salsa, saffron aioli, parmesan, hot honey

    28

  • BEEF TARTARE(NF)

    Pickles, aioli, cured egg yolk, chives, brioche toast

    29

  • KINGFISH CEVICHE(GF)(NF)

    Stracciatella, finger lime, pickled grape, cucumber

    32

  • CRAB & PRAWN RAVIOLI

    Bisque, tomberries, shimeji mushrooms, sorrel, roe

    32

  • SPANNER CRAB SALAD

    Celery, horseradish, almond, gem hearts, Marie Rose, salmon roe

    30

MAINS

  • WOOD MUSHROOM CAVATELLI

    Burratina, chilli, pine nuts, pesto, lemon, peas, parmesan

    36

  • SCAMPI ANGEL HAIR PASTA(NF)

    Vongole, Calabrian chilli, bisque, cherry tomato, mushroom, sorrel

    48

  • STEAMED MURRAY COD

    Mushroom & fregola risotto, crème fraîche, hazelnut, zucchini, aleppo butter

    55

  • ROASTED FREE-RANGE CHICKEN(GF)(NF)

    Roast breast, confit thighs, Paris mash, carrots, mustard sauce

    36

  • ROASTED OTWAY PORK CHOP(GF)(NF)

    Pink peppercorn sauce, roast fennel, artichoke, rappa

    42

  • HERB CRUSTED LAMB RACK(GF)(DF)(NF)

    Eschallot, kale, lamb jus, parsnip, pressed lamb belly

    55

  • CHARRED BEEF FILLET(GF)(NF)

    Charred cos, speck, peas, onion lyonnaise, café de Paris

    54

  • WAGYU SCOTCH FILLET(GF)(DF)(NF)

    Eschalot, cavolo nero, red wine jus, Jerusalem artichoke, broccolini

    68

  • STEAK SANDWICH(NF)

    Sirloin, jalapeño aioli, cabbage slaw, vinaigrette, onion rings, chimichurri

    33

  • GRASS FED BEEF BURGER

    Three cheeses, lettuce, tomato, onion, pickles, burger sauce, relish, fries

    31

SALAD BOWLS

  • GRILLED CHICKEN SALAD

    Roast pears, barley, witlof, raisins, celery, green beans, sour cream dressing, walnuts, cherry tomatoes

    29

  • ROASTED WINTER VEGETABLE SALAD(V)(GF)

    Fioretto, sprouts, quinoa, pumpkin, green beans, spicy green goddess dressing, corn, gem hearts, chickpeas, nuts, seeds

    24

Sides

  • SHOESTRING FRIES

    Truffle & chive aioli, parmesan

    12

  • LYONNAISE BRUSSELS SPROUTS(DF)(GF)

    Lemon, parsley, nuts, seeds

    12

  • ROASTED BABY CARROTS(GF)

    Whipped feta, hazelnuts

    13

  • WEDGE SALAD

    Caesar dressing, bacon lardons

    11

  • PARIS MASH

    Chive, butter

    13

  • CUCUMBER SALAD(GF)(DF)(NF)

    Cos, tahini, chilli crisp, sesame

    13

GF - Gluten Free | DF - Dairy Free | NF - Nut Free | VG - Vegan | V - Vegetarian

Not all ingredients are listed on the menu, and items / pricing may change without notice. Inform your server of any dietary needs before ordering. Be aware that our menu contains allergens and is prepared in a kitchen handling nuts, shellfish, gluten, and eggs. While we make every effort to accommodate dietary needs, we cannot guarantee allergen-free food.

Please note that a 1.5% surcharge applies to all card payments. A 10% surcharge applies on weekends. A 10% service charge will apply to groups of 10 or more. A 15% surcharge applies on public holidays. A $3pp cakeage charge applies to external cakes.

Available for kids aged 12 and under.

BREAKFAST - UNTIL 11:30AM

  • BACON & EGG TOAST

    12

  • TOASTED HAM & CHEESE SANDWICH

    potato gems

    12

  • MINI PANCAKES

    berries & maple syrup

    12

LUNCH & DINNER - FROM 11:45AM

  • CHICKEN SCHNITZEL & CHIPS

    12

  • STEAK & VEGETABLES

    12

  • FISH & CHIPS

    tartare sauce

    12

  • GRILLED CHICKEN

    salad & chips

    12

  • SPAGHETTI NAPOLITANA

    parmesan cheese

    12

DESSERT

  • VANILLA ICE CREAM

    choice of salted caramel, strawberry or chocolate syrup

    9

GF - Gluten Free | DF - Dairy Free | NF - Nut Free | VG - Vegan | V - Vegetarian

Not all ingredients are listed on the menu, and items / pricing may change without notice. Inform your server of any dietary needs before ordering. Be aware that our menu contains allergens and is prepared in a kitchen handling nuts, shellfish, gluten, and eggs. While we make every effort to accommodate dietary needs, we cannot guarantee allergen-free food.

Please note that a 1.5% surcharge applies to all card payments. A 10% surcharge applies on weekends. A 10% service charge will apply to groups of 10 or more. A 15% surcharge applies on public holidays. A $3pp cakeage charge applies to external cakes.

City Afternoon Tea | The Grounds of the City
  • Private Dining
  • SYDNEY CBD

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Date Night table setting with rose & candle at The Grounds of the City

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DATE NIGHT

Make an elegant, romantic occasion of your date night with a romantic table at The Grounds of the City, complete with a candlestick and a beautiful red rose which you can keep at the end of your meal! Simply select this add-on when making your reservation online.

NOTE:

Date Night upgrade is $7.50 per person, payable at time of booking.

FAQS

Venue Capacity

The Grounds of the City can accommodate up to 12 guests in a single reservation, or up to 16 guests on approval by venue management. For larger groups, please consider a reservation at The Grounds of Alexandria.

Cancellations & Surcharges

Cancellations must be made at least 2 hours in advance of your reservation. Last-minute cancellations made within this time may be charged a $30 per person fee for the inconvenience. Cancellation charges are not made immediately in case the venue is not contactable within a reasonable time.

The following surcharges may apply:
– 1.5% transaction fee applies for all card transactions
– 5% surcharge applies on Saturdays and Sundays
– 10% service charge applies for groups of 10 or more adults
– 15% surcharge applies on public holidays

Card Details for Reservations

Reservations at The Grounds of the City are in high demand, particularly during busy periods, and we want to ensure that customers who have made a booking turn up, or provide us with enough notice of cancellation so that we can offer the table to someone else.

Your card details are securely held with your booking and are not identifiable by any of our staff. Your card will only be charged in the event of no-show or last-minute cancellation as per venue policy.

Bar Reservations

Reservations for up to 3 guests can be made for bar seating. Full dine-in service is still available at the bar.

Tasting Room Reservations

The Grounds of the City features a semi-private section known as The Tasting Room. While we will do our best to accommodate requests to be seated in this area, unfortunately we cannot guarantee availability.

Business Meetings

If you are making a reservation for a business meal and require a quiet table, please make a note of this in your reservation and we will do our best to accommodate you.

Set Menu

A share-plate set menu is available on request for groups of 4 or more.

BYO Alcohol & Cakes

The Grounds of the City is a fully licensed venue with alcoholic beverages available for purchase. We are not a BYO venue.

External cakes and desserts are allowed; a $3 per person cakeage fee will apply.

Decorations

You are welcome to bring your own table decorations with you when visiting, we just ask that any decorations be small enough to fit on the table – unfortunately we cannot accommodate free-standing decorations. Confetti & glitter are not permitted and will incur a $50 cleaning fee if used.

Halal Meat

All chicken used at The Grounds of the City is halal-certified, purchased from an external supplier. Please note, however, that our kitchen is not halal-certified. While all care will be taken to avoid any cross-contamination, we cannot guarentee that this will not occur as pork and alcohol products are used in the preparation of other menu dishes.

Dog Policy

While dogs are not normally permitted at The Grounds of the City due to shopping centre regulations, assistance and service dogs are allowed; please notify our staff when making your reservation.

For more information, please visit The Galeries website.

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