Bar Contessa - Balmain

A complete menu of Bar Contessa from Balmain covering all 41 menus and drinks can be found here on the food list.

Contessa, a charming cafe in Balmain, offers a delightful dining experience with a range of delicious dishes and excellent service. The Italian meatballs and eggs were seasoned well and juicy, although some felt there could be more pesto. The breakfast options are tasty and generous in portion size, with good coffee to accompany your meal. The specials menu offers divine salads like the Chicken Pesto and Haloumi. Although service can be a bit slow during peak times, the staff's friendliness and the quality of the food make it worth the wait. The menu, which fuses Italian and Australian influences, is crafted with care, featuring dishes like the Contessa corn cake and risotto. Contessa also prides itself on serving top-notch coffee from the Grounds of Alexandria. While it can be challenging to find a table during peak brunch hours, the warm ambiance and quality offerings at Contessa make it a popular spot in the area.