Public Dining Room
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This restaurant revolves around a seasonally-driven menu which celebrates exceptional Australian produce every day. Our vision is to showcase local ingredients while reflecting the diverse backgrounds of the culinary team. Exceptional ingredients prepared simply, combined with classic technique and clean flavours. We aim to offer casual fine dining in a relaxed luxury space. The menu is complemented by an extensive wine list, curated by our head sommelier.
Meet the Chef
Head Chef Adam Tyl was inspired by Australia's subtropical climate, which led him and his young family to move from Poland to the warmer shores, he now calls home. Adam's talent for creating simple, approachable and exciting dishes has seen a strong emphasis on sustainability, balance and passion that is reflected in our menus. He has brought our food back to basics to let the seasonal and fresh produce shine. The menu features flavour combinations that are light, fresh and fun which include a range of sustainable seafood, organic poultry and locally sourced vegetables. Chef Adam “wants diners to be excited and surprised by what his menu has to offer.Restaurant menu
- Average price $75
- Organic sourdough w/ olive oil or pepe saya cultured butter
- $7
- Daily selection of australia’s finest oysters served natural or w/ mignonette dressing
- $5
- Yellowfin tuna tartare, tarragon dressing, black truffle emulsion, radish, finger lime, avocado, brioche crisps
- $29
Dietary options
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Gini K.9 May 2022 • 67 reviews
7.5/10It was surprisingly busy for a Monday lunch and there was also a wedding party happening which might have accounted for the delay in the arrival of our food. Though all was forgive
- Jenny Ma
5 May 2022 • 13 reviews
7.5/10Food is average for the price even with a $50 discount. Very beautiful and modern restaurant. Average level of service. We had the kingfish ceviche which was below average. Didn’t
- Nicki A.
28 April 2022 • 150 reviews
10/10A great vibe complemented with exquisite food and warm, friendly service. The female maitre de warmly welcomed us and showed us to our table - and she was attentive and engaging a
Public Dining Room (Owner)
Hi Nicki, Wow! Thank you so much for your amazing review - you certainly bought a smile to Istvan's face! We are thrilled that you had such a wonderful experience and we look for
- Violeta S.
20 April 2022 • 13 reviews
10/10The restaurant is in a superb location. We enjoyed all the dishes we had. They were all delicious. The service was good. I will definitely recommend to friends.
Public Dining Room (Owner)
Hi Violeta, Thanks for your review. We are so pleased that you experienced good food, service and of course, our amazing location. We hope to see you another time...
- Kurstan H
14 April 2022 • 7 reviews
9/10The Public Dining Room has a nice water view. The service was prompt and attentive, and staff had good knowledge of the menu. The food was good and we had an enjoyable dining experience.
Public Dining Room (Owner)
Hi Kurstan, Thanks so much for taking the time to write a review. We are pleased that you had an enjoyable dining experience and we look forward to welcoming you back another time.
- Anne D.
14 April 2022 • 1 review
10/10Everything was great and the view awesome, the meal was delicious exactly what I wanted and the service was impressive.I will definitely be coming back soon
Public Dining Room (Owner)
Hi Anne, Fabulous! Looks like we ticked all the boxes for you - food, service and atmoshpere! We appreciate your feedback and can't wait to see you again!
- Jane R.
12 April 2022 • 17 reviews
9/10The good was delicious. The staffs were very friendly and attentive.
Public Dining Room (Owner)
Hi Jane, Thanks for taking the time to write a review. We are so pleased that you enjoyed your meals and that our friendly staff looked after you so well! See you next time!
- Victor Y.
12 April 2022 • 18 reviews
10/10Our local favourite shines again. Excellent service from Charles, beautiful slow roasted shoulder of lamb with roast vegetables. A special treat when we dine here as we cannot cook this well!
Public Dining Room (Owner)
Hi Victor, Thank you so much for your very kind words. I will pass on your feedback to Charles. So pleased that PDR is a local fave! We look forward to seeing you when you next d
- Justin V.
8 April 2022 • 29 reviews
10/10Our favourite restaurant never fails to impress. A lovely meal to celebrate my birthday. Thanks.
Public Dining Room (Owner)
Awwwww..... thanks Justin! We love that PDR is your 'favourite' restaurant and we are so pleased that you enjoyed your Birthday. We look forward to seeing you again sometime soon!
- Robyn R.
7 April 2022 • 18 reviews
9.5/10Great setting and atmosphere in spite of rain outside. Meal was delicious, especially the peach soufflee. Staff should wait until customers have finished eating before coming to clear away plates.
Public Dining Room (Owner)
Hi Robyn, Thanks for joining us and for your constructive feedback - we really appreciate it. So pleased that you enjoyed your meals - how good is that peach souffle! Very unusu
- Ted W.
6 April 2022 • 13 reviews
8.5/10Despite the overcast day, it was a delightful location for lunch
Public Dining Room (Owner)
Hi Ted, Thanks for joining us at Public Dining Room - we look forward to seeing you again when the sun is shining!
- Angela B.
5 April 2022 • 9 reviews
9/10Lovely spot with a nice view. Food was delicious and fresh. Service started off really attentive but got slower throughout the night. Hope to return again soon.
- Vivienne K.
30 March 2022 • 30 reviews
7.5/10This restaurant is lovely with a wonderful menu and a very relaxing ambience. We love and highly recommend the soufflés. We will certainly come again.
Public Dining Room (Owner)
Hi Vivienne, Thank you so much for your feedback. We look forward to seeing you again - the souffles will be waiting!
- Chris F.
30 March 2022 • 20 reviews
9/10The location and service were amazing. Food was very nice as well.
Public Dining Room (Owner)
Thanks for the feedback Chris - glad you enjoyed! See you next time!
- Sam C.
29 March 2022 • 12 reviews
10/10Excellent service, tasty food, we tried the lamb for 2 and it was fantastic.
Public Dining Room (Owner)
Thanks Sam - glad you enjoyed! We look forward to welcoming you back to Public Dining Room sometime soon!
- Alexandra B.
22 March 2022 • 10 reviews
10/10Always a delicious and fabulous experience. Perfect for business, catch up with friends or family, a date or solo. Can’t wait to go back.
Public Dining Room (Owner)
Hi Alexandra, Thank you so much for your kind words. We are thrilled that you had such a positive experience at Public Dining Room - can't wait to have you back!
- Rebecca W.
19 March 2022 • 1 review
10/10A beautiful view, great food and lovely service. Thank you for making it a special afternoon. I highly recommend this quintessentially Sydney restaurant.
Public Dining Room (Owner)
Hi Rebecca, Thanks so much for your feedback. We are so pleased that you had a lovely afternoon dining at our restaurant and we look forward to seeing you again sometime soon!
- Stella L.
19 March 2022 • 15 reviews
8/10Overall decent food. Generous servings. Service was a little bit cold. Professional, but cold. We went on Saturday afternoon, arranged baby-sitting so we don't have to care about o
- PIERRE WU
16 March 2022 • 5 reviews
10/10Been a while since my wife and I last dined at the venue. Service, food and atmosphere was as I had fondly remembered. We ordered a seafood themed menu consisting of soft shell car
Public Dining Room (Owner)
Hi Pierre, Glad to have you back! We are thrilled that your experience was just as you remembered and we are so pleased that we delivered on all three areas of food, service and
- Margaret L.
4 March 2022 • 1 review
7/10Good was great/ staff were welcoming but service was extremely slow. Maybe they were short staffed!
Public Dining Room (Owner)
Hi Margaret, Thanks so much for your feedback and sorry your experience was dampened by slower than usual service. We hope to see you another time...
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Opening timeOpen today
How to get to the restaurant
2A The Esplanade, 2088, Mosman (NSW), Australia
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About the restaurant
A Balmoral Beauty...
If you've made it to Balmoral Baths, then you've pretty much got the location sorted. Tick one for Public Dining Room. As you sit in this bright, contemporary room with huge dome lights punctuating the open space, floor-to-ceiling windows and warm timbers throughout, spirits and instantly raised. When heart-warming, tasty food is served you know you've hit a winner. Tick Two for Public Dining Room.The focus here is on casual fine food – supporting Australian ingredients, suppliers and sustainable seafood wherever possible. Breakfasts of smashed avocado on Sonoma toast with Yarra Valley fetta and seasonal Portobello mushrooms covered with grana padano are a popular choice. Lunch and dinner options run from oyster selections, to gin-cured trout or Thirlmere duck (confit and smoked). It's good for the soul type food served in a picture perfect setting - the kind of dining experience that makes you feel all warm and fuzzy inside. Who doesn't want a bit of that?
Best dish: gin-cured trout
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