Duke's Bistro - Randwick

After being here at opening launch, I came back with a friend who lived nearby for Sunday Roast. The chicken was succulent and tender. From my earlier visit,... read more After being here at opening launch, I came back with a friend who lived nearby for Sunday Roast. The chicken was succulent and tender. From my earlier visit, I knew the roasting process took place right in the open plan kitchen where customers could witness how the meat was slowly cooked when the moisture and flavours were all well preserved. The fat from roasting then dripped through the grill to the tray underneath where the potatoes were laid out. What a great idea!   The potatoes were delightful as well, crispy outside and warm and soft in the middle.  Apparently this pub is run by the same folks as Dove & Olive, I can see the resemblance in the interior decoration and some part of the menu such as the $12.50 daily special.  It was a good pub with decent beers and food, much needed in this part of Sydney. thernbdiary.com

Recommend the food thoroughly since the update of the restaurant. Our group of 6 had one of the banquets. There was a lot of variety in the dishes with a French... read more Recommend the food thoroughly since the update of the restaurant. Our group of 6 had one of the banquets. There was a lot of variety in the dishes with a French-inspired twist.

This used to be one of the best local pubs in Sydney with a great atmosphere and an old schoolchar, now it feels like I was a very efforted, unsurpassed, sticky... read more This used to be one of the best local pubs in Sydney with a great atmosphere and an old schoolchar, now it feels like I was a very efforted, unsurpassed, sticky, bad imitation of an American pub. The food is mediocrack best, and the beer selection is well handed over, and often the staff can not give you a description of what you buy to give EAT aromas / comparisons. It's just really insorganized and I can not say that I'll be back soon.

Has got a lot better recently. Don't know if it is the new management or if it is down to a new chef but the Sunday Roast is great. Very tasty and decent portio... read more Has got a lot better recently. Don't know if it is the new management or if it is down to a new chef but the Sunday Roast is great. Very tasty and decent portion sizes. All the staff are also very friendly and helpful. Had a small birthday gathering here recently and they were really helpful regarding storing and bringing out the cake for us etc. Recommend.

Ever since Merivale took over the food has improved ten fold and the staff are super chill and friendly. New management hasn’t messed with the place at all and... read more Ever since Merivale took over the food has improved ten fold and the staff are super chill and friendly. New management hasn’t messed with the place at all and it’s basically the same as before but with the best happy hour, awesome beer on tap and as previously mentioned the yummiest food. Still kid friendly and staff are welcoming on arrival with good tunes playing throughout. Well done guys.