The Grounds of the City

Name: The Grounds of the City
Address: 500 George St, Sydney, AU-NSW, Australia, 2000
Telephone: (02) 9699 2225
Price range: $40 and under
Rating: 4.3

4.3

3590 Reviews

$40 and under

Modern Australian

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2 people

12 Oct 2024

7:00 pm

Booked 78 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
Website
http://thegrounds.com.au/Spaces/the-grounds-of-the-city/
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>.

Location
500 George St, Sydney, AU-NSW 2000
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

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Popular dishes

Buttermilk Pancakes$23.00
Apple & blackberry compote, vanilla yoghurt, warm maple
French Toast$23.00
Cardamon, pistachio & pomegranate, stewed rhubarb, lemon ricotta
Toasted Crumpets$21.00
Blackberry compote, organic Blue Mountains honey, clotted cream
Quinoa & Chia Porridge$20.00
Autumn dried fruit salad, banana, pecans, seeds
Eggs On Toast$17.00
The Grounds sourdough
Fresh Cut Fruit$22.00
Maple toasted granola, coconut yoghurt
Turkish Poached Eggs$24.00
Whipped organic yoghurt, cauliflower rice, Aleppo pepper, dill, toasted olive focaccia
Avocado on Toast$24.00
The Grounds sourdough, poached egg, avocado, tomatoes, radish, feta, mint, lime, salsa verde
Baked Eggs$24.00
Eggs En Cocotte, cannellini beans, mushrooms, tomatoes, parsley, herbed sourdough
Mortadella & Fried Egg Toastie$26.00
Mozzarella, pistachio pesto, taleggio, focaccia, tomato jam
Zucchini & Spinach Fritters$26.00
Ricotta, citrus-cured salmon, poached eggs, hollandaise
Poached Eggs & Toasted Crumpets$26.00
Spring onion, pine nut hollandaise (add Hot Smoked Salmon or Bacon +$4)
Grilled Salt Beef on Toasted Croissant Roll$26.00
Fried egg, sprout slaw, parmesan
King Crab Omelette$29.00
Crème fraiche, caviar, parsley, lemon, caper butter
Continental Breakfast$21.00
The Grounds mini pastry selection with condiments, vanilla bean yoghurt & fresh fruit salad

The Classics

Brekkie Burger$24.00
Brioche bun, pepper jam, garlic, spinach, gruyère, cheddar, scrambled eggs, pork sausage, potato gems, chipotle aioli
Steak 'N' Eggs$29.00
Seared Wagyu, fried eggs, sautèed Andean potatoes, Jerusalem artichokes & aioli

Healthy Bowls

Brekkie Mezze Bowl$26.00
Peppers, tomatoes, feta, zucchini, cucumber, tahini, eggplant, crispy chickpeas, avocado, herbs, hummus, fried egg, pickles, sesame bread
Honey Halloumi Bowl$23.00
Greens, sesame, grains, green apple, French radishes, avocado, white quinoa, pomegranate, pickled chillies & a poached egg

Sides

Streaky Bacon$6.00
Avocado$4.50
Mushrooms$5.50
Poached Egg$3.50
Roasted Tomato$5.50
Italian Pork Sausage$6.50
Sourdough Toast$3.50
Hot Smoked Salmon$6.00

What 3,590 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

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Sydney
Great for brunch
Sydney
Most Booked
Sydney City
Great for brunch
Sydney City
Most Booked

3,590 Reviews

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Uzo
Sydney
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Absolutely loved it! Best breakfast I’ve had in a long time. The Poached Eggs and Toasted Crumpets (I added salmon) was incredible!! The atmosphere and service was top notch as well. Great stuff, 10/10
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Barbie
Sydney
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
It was great being able to use an online booking system for a very popular city venue.
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Abbey
Exclusive
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Good as always. This is one of our favourite places to go when meeting friends who are visiting Sydney. Service, food and ambience is always good experience.
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Jacinta
New York City
3 reviews
3.0
3 reviews
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 3
2. Food 4
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 3
Terrible service. And seated in the worst spot. Would have been better off not booking
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Sam
New South Wales
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Beautifully presented breakfast by friendly staff. Quick service as we went early.
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Catherine
Brisbane
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
From the moment we walked in, it was amazing. Highly recommend. Customer service, food and atmosphere was outstanding.
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Vivian
Sydney
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
It was really good. Emily was kind and attentive, and food delicious
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Yoshii
Sydney
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
It’s been a while but service, food, people and atmosphere are brilliant. The day was my family’s special day. My family was so happy and had great time. Thank you for all staff.
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Alec
Sydney
3 reviews
4.0
3 reviews
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Tables very close together which made it hard to hear my companion at times.
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Jenny
Switzerland
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on 3 October 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
An oasis in the middle of Town Hall where you can catch up with friends over a nice meameal and a drink. Excellent cocktails (especially the expresso martini), lovely, friendly bar staff. It is our go to for a post work/ pre-show drink.
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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 3590 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a booking

2 people

12 Oct 2024

7:00 pm

Booked 78 times today

Order delivery or takeout

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

Website
http://thegrounds.com.au/Spaces/the-grounds-of-the-city/
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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The Grounds of the City

Make a booking

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

35 Sydney Restaurants to Connect In For Mother's Day

King Crab Omelette

Turkish Poached Eggs

Brekkie Burger

Rise & Shine

Buttermilk Pancakes$23.00

French Toast$23.00

Toasted Crumpets$21.00

Quinoa & Chia Porridge$20.00

Eggs On Toast$17.00

Fresh Cut Fruit$22.00

Turkish Poached Eggs$24.00

Avocado on Toast$24.00

Baked Eggs$24.00

Mortadella & Fried Egg Toastie$26.00

Zucchini & Spinach Fritters$26.00

Poached Eggs & Toasted Crumpets$26.00

Grilled Salt Beef on Toasted Croissant Roll$26.00

King Crab Omelette$29.00

Continental Breakfast$21.00

The Classics

Brekkie Burger$24.00

Steak 'N' Eggs$29.00

Healthy Bowls

Brekkie Mezze Bowl$26.00

Honey Halloumi Bowl$23.00

Sides

Streaky Bacon$6.00

Avocado$4.50

Mushrooms$5.50

Poached Egg$3.50

Roasted Tomato$5.50

Italian Pork Sausage$6.50

Sourdough Toast$3.50

Hot Smoked Salmon$6.00

Overall ratings and reviews

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FAQs

Does The Grounds of the City offer delivery through OpenTable or takeout?

How is The Grounds of the City restaurant rated?

Is The Grounds of the City currently accepting bookings?

Make a booking

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

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