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Tgoa City --- - The Grounds of the City, Sydney, AU-NSW

The Grounds of the City

4.3
4.3
3607 Reviews
$40 and under
Modern Australian

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2 people
7:00 pm
Booked 102 times today
  • Charming
  • Great for brunch
  • Good for special occasions
The Grounds of the City, the second outpost from the team behind The Grounds of Alexandria, is bringing soul back to the CBD with old-school service and charm. Located in the heart of the CBD and bustling with activity, The Grounds of the City is tailor-made for a marvellous time; no matter the occasion. Start your day right as our baristas expertly serve up The Grounds house-roasted espresso and filter coffees, or end it in the best possible way and cosy in with our selection of cocktails and a dinner menu that features something for everyone. You’ll find our coffee sommelier at The Barista’s Bar ready to take you through a tailored coffee experience, and our tea lady roaming the room with a trolley adorned with fresh coffee, our selection of ethically sourced teas and cakes.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $40 and under
  • Cuisines
    Modern Australian, Café
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Fri 7:00 am–9:30 pm Sat 8:00 am–9:30 pm Sun 8:00 am–5:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (02) 9699 2225
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive Chef
    Paul McGrath
  • Catering
    From client meetings to personal celebrations, our drop-off catering menu offers a selection of sweet and savoury options that can be combined to achieve the perfect offering for your occasion. To view our offering and order online, visit our website <a href="https://thegroundscatering.com.au/" target="_blank">here</a>.
  • Area
    Sydney CBD
  • Cross Street
    Park St, Sydney, AU-NSW 2000
  • Parking details
    Sydney CBD has a range of privately owned car parks located within walking distance. Two close-by options include the Citigroup Centre Car Park located at 271 Pitt St or the Queen Victoria Building Car Park at 111 York St.
  • Public transit
    TRAIN - Exit the train at Town Hall Station. The Grounds of the City is located on the right hand side, directly across the road from The Queen Victoria Building.<br /><br />BUS - Arrange a bus route to drop you at Town Hall Station, or the QVB on York St, located within walking distance from The Grounds of the City.
  • Additional
    Beer, Cafe, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Happy Hour, High Tea, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeaway, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 3,607 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.3
4.3 based on recent ratings
  • 4.2Food
  • 4.3Service
  • 4.4Ambience
  • 3.9Value

NoiseEnergetic

Loved For

  • Sydney

    Great for brunch

  • Sydney

    Modern Australian

  • Sydney

    Most Booked

  • Sydney City

    Great for brunch

  • Sydney City

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
The Grounds of the City offers a vintage ambiance with "excellent service" and "delicious food." Known for its lively atmosphere, it's a favorite for breakfast meetings and post-work catch-ups. While some find it noisy, the "friendly staff" and "creative menu" make it a top choice for locals and visitors alike.

3,607 Reviews
  1. leona

    Sydney

    8 reviews

    4.0

    8 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    The burger was so juicy and cooked to perfection. I was REALLY disappointed that the my 1st, 2nd and 3rd choice in desserts were all so out.
    The Grounds of the CityResponded 1 day ago
    Dear Leona, Thank you for your feedback! We’re thrilled to hear that you enjoyed the burger—it’s always great to know we got that right! I’m sorry to hear, however, that your dessert options were unavailable. We understand how disappointing that can be, and we’ll make sure to review our stock to prevent this from happening again in the future. We hope to have the full range of desserts available next time, and we look forward to welcoming you back soon - Nagi (TGOTC)

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  2. Elizabeth

    Sydney

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Loved the coffee platter. Loved the ambience and service. Loved the pasta.
    The Grounds of the CityResponded 1 day ago
    Dear Elizabeth, Thank you for your wonderful feedback! We’re so glad to hear you enjoyed the coffee platter, ambience, service, and pasta. Your kind words mean a lot to us, and we look forward to welcoming you back for more great experiences in the future! - Nagi (TGOTC)

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  3. David

    Sydney

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Service was exemplary. Atmosphere was superb. Small meal of seared Scallops was great. Main meal of Ballina Spanner Crab Bucatini Pasta was below par. It consisted of Hokkien Noodles, chilli, with almost no crab meat (three minute pieces). served with very large empty crab shell placed on top. Choose a steak as main, it’s harder to disguise. Sticky Date Soufflé was fantastic

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  4. john

    Orlando

    8 reviews

    vip
    2.0

    8 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    300gm black market sirloin was terrible and way over priced (65AUS). Poor cut of meat and definitely not worth the price. Restaurant was good and perhaps other items on the menu are good but I would avoid the beef.

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  5. Jennine

    Sydney

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    We had a wonderful time food was amazing service was exceptional
    The Grounds of the CityResponded 6 days ago
    Dear Jennine, We’re delighted to hear that you had an amazing experience with us! Thank you for highlighting our food and service—we’ll be sure to share this with our team. Hope to see you again soon! - Nagi (TGOTC)

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  6. Petra

    Sydney

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Always enjoyed dining at the Grounds City, fantastic service, and delicious food. It's definitely a regular meeting place for us.
    The Grounds of the CityResponded 7 days ago
    Dear Petra, Thank you for making us your go-to spot! We’re so glad to hear you enjoy both the service and the food, and it’s always a pleasure to have you dine with us. We look forward to being a part of many more of your gatherings! Warm regards, Nagi (TGOTC)

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  7. gary

    Sydney

    2 reviews

    3.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 1 November 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 5
    The grounds is popular and rightly so as the food is good and there is a good variety. Last visit in the city was very noisy with slow service. The food was not as good as previous visits. I had the zucchini and spinach fritters with egg and tomato, mushrooms... simple enough but it all had the taste of bacon which spoiled it for a vegetarian. small volume as well. Not enjoyable this time. Hopefully it will improve as it has a good vibe.

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  8. Etienne

    Sydney

    2 reviews

    3.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 1 November 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Your menu looks great but the kitchen execution is both weak and inconstant. This was my fourth time here since it opened and the food has been consistently mid to bad. The price tags are inappropriate for food this poorly executed. This venue has so much going for it - the theming and art style and service and plating are all fantastic. We didn't finish three of the dishes we ordered because it straight up just wasn't nice to eat.

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  9. Alli

    Las Vegas

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on 28 October 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great ambience and service, food excellent and the best coffee we've tasted in Sydney to date! 10/10 from us!
    The Grounds of the CityResponded on 28 October 2024
    Dear Alli, Thank you so much for the fantastic review! We’re thrilled you enjoyed the ambiance, service, and especially the coffee—it's wonderful to hear it's a standout in Sydney for you! Knowing we could provide you with an exceptional experience is what we strive for every day. We can’t wait to welcome you back for more! - Nagi (TGOTC)

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  10. Cassie

    Sydney

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 27 October 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Beautiful restaurant and amazing food! Service was top notch too! Can’t wait to go back 😁
    The Grounds of the CityResponded on 27 October 2024
    Dear Cassie, Thank you for your fantastic review! We’re thrilled to hear you enjoyed the beautiful restaurant, amazing food, and top-notch service. We can’t wait to welcome you back for another wonderful experience! - Nagi (TGOTC)

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FAQs

The Grounds of the City offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (02) 9699 2225.

The Grounds of the City is rated 4.3 stars by 3607 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a booking

2 people
7:00 pm
Booked 102 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for The Grounds of the City

500 George St, Sydney, AU-NSW 2000

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    Park St, Sydney, AU-NSW 2000
  • Area
    Sydney CBD
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Fri 7:00 am–9:30 pm Sat 8:00 am–9:30 pm Sun 8:00 am–5:00 pm
  • Price
    $40 and under
  • Cuisines
    Modern Australian, Café
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Sydney CBD has a range of privately owned car parks located within walking distance. Two close-by options include the Citigroup Centre Car Park located at 271 Pitt St or the Queen Victoria Building Car Park at 111 York St.
  • Public transit
    TRAIN - Exit the train at Town Hall Station. The Grounds of the City is located on the right hand side, directly across the road from The Queen Victoria Building.BUS - Arrange a bus route to drop you at Town Hall Station, or the QVB on York St, located within walking distance from The Grounds of the City.
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Paul McGrath
  • Additional
    Beer, Cafe, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Happy Hour, High Tea, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeaway, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
    (02) 9699 2225
  • Catering
    From client meetings to personal celebrations, our drop-off catering menu offers a selection of sweet and savoury options that can be combined to achieve the perfect offering for your occasion. To view our offering and order online, visit our website <a href="https://thegroundscatering.com.au/" target="_blank">here</a>.
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