City Dining, Signature Plates & Casino-Inspired Evenings

City Table House is a modern Australian restaurant in the heart of Sydney, where bright daytime dining transitions into a sophisticated casino-inspired evening experience. By day, the kitchen presents seasonal plates built around local produce and contemporary technique. After dark, the same space reveals physical poker, roulette, and blackjack tables in an intimate lounge setting. The venue is designed as a series of architectural window frames, so every meal, drink, and evening moment feels like a considered view through the city.

Bright modern Australian restaurant interior with exposed brick, timber tables, and large windows during the day

City Table House: Restaurant Concept and Atmosphere

Modern Australian Cuisine

Our kitchen focuses on fresh, locally sourced ingredients prepared with contemporary techniques. The menu reflects Sydney's diverse culinary landscape, drawing on seasonal produce from New South Wales farms and balancing bold flavours with refined presentation. Each dish is designed to feel generous, precise, and unmistakably Australian.

Architectural Dining Space

The interior is designed as a series of large windows that frame the dining experience. High ceilings and natural light create openness during the day, while warm brick and timber accents shift into intimate lighting at night. The result is a room that feels connected to the city without losing its sense of occasion.

Day-to-Night Transformation

As the sun sets, the restaurant moves from a bright dining room to a sophisticated evening venue. There is no neon or gambling motif; instead, warm ambient lighting and elegant table settings carry the transition. Guests can enjoy dinner first, then stay as the space gradually reveals its after-dark character.

Signature Plates: Standout Dishes and Chef Selections

Seared barramundi with crispy skin on saffron risotto with lemon beurre blanc

Seared Barramundi

A fillet of barramundi with crispy skin, served on a bed of saffron risotto with a lemon beurre blanc. Sourced from sustainable Australian fisheries, the dish balances textures and bright flavours.

Slow-Cooked Lamb Shoulder

Tender lamb shoulder braised for eight hours, served with rosemary jus, roasted root vegetables, and minted pea purée. A hearty dish perfect for sharing, inspired by classic Australian Sunday roasts.

Dark Chocolate Fondant

A rich chocolate fondant with a molten centre, served with vanilla bean ice cream and fresh raspberries. Made with 70% dark chocolate, it is a decadent end to the meal.

Inside City Table House: Dining Room, Bar and Interior

Dining Room

The dining room features high ceilings, exposed brick walls, and large windows that flood the space with natural light during the day. Tables are spaced generously to ensure privacy and comfort, with seating for up to 80 guests. Warm timber tables and leather chairs reinforce the architectural character.

Bar Area

The bar offers a curated selection of Australian wines, craft beers, and signature cocktails. It is a perfect spot for pre-dinner drinks or a casual catch-up, with bar seating for 12 guests and cocktails inspired by Australian botanicals.

Interior of City Table House dining room with high ceilings, exposed brick, timber tables, and a bar area

After Dark: Transformation from Restaurant to Evening Atmosphere

As daylight fades, City Table House transitions into an intimate evening venue. The lighting warms, the music shifts, and the space takes on a sophisticated, lounge-like atmosphere. The casino-inspired tables are revealed, offering a unique blend of dining and entertainment. The transformation is gradual, allowing guests to enjoy dinner before the evening activities begin. The design avoids neon and gambling clichés, instead using warm ambient light and elegant table settings to create a refined after-dark experience.

Discover After Dark

Poker Tables: Physical Tables, Cards and Chips

Physical poker table with green felt, cards, chips, and a dealer button in an intimate evening setting

Poker Experience

Our poker tables are crafted from solid timber with felt surfaces, providing an authentic casino feel without the online gambling environment. Guests can enjoy friendly games with physical cards and chips in a relaxed setting.

  • Tables seat up to 8 players.
  • Professional dealers available for private events.
  • No real-money gambling; chips are for entertainment purposes only.

Roulette: Wheel and Table Setting

Roulette Experience

Our roulette table features a full-size wheel and a classic green felt layout. Guests can place bets with chips and watch the wheel spin in a social, elegant environment.

  • Table seats up to 6 players.
  • Croupier available for guidance.
  • Chips are for entertainment; no cash value.
Roulette wheel and table with green felt layout and chips in an elegant evening setting

Blackjack: Classic Blackjack-Inspired Space

Blackjack table with semi-circular green felt layout, card shoe, chip tray, and a hand of cards

Blackjack Experience

Our blackjack table offers a classic casino experience with a semi-circular table, card shoe, and chip tray. Guests can enjoy the game in a refined setting with professional dealers.

  • Table seats up to 7 players.
  • Standard blackjack rules apply.
  • Chips are for entertainment; no cash value.

Dinner & Entertainment: Combining Food and Evening Experiences

Guests can enjoy a full dinner before the evening entertainment begins. We offer a 'Dinner & Play' package that includes a three-course meal and a reserved seat at one of the gaming tables. The package is available Thursday to Saturday evenings, and reservations are required. Vegetarian and dietary options are available, and our team can tailor the experience to suit your group.

Reserve Dinner & Play

Private Tables: Group Dining and Private Occasions

Private Events

City Table House offers private dining areas and dedicated gaming tables for corporate events, birthdays, and other celebrations. Our team can tailor a package to suit your group size and preferences.

  • Private dining room seats up to 20 guests.
  • Dedicated poker, roulette, or blackjack tables available.
  • Custom menus and beverage packages.
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