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Overall Total Score
4 out of 5
Impressive | 1758 reviews

What KAREN C doesn't like about Banksia Bistro:
Food disappointing. Service not good Kitchen staff looked very slovenly , no kitchen uniforms Waitress well I didn't want my meal served with her long sleeved jumper on my plate . Roll your sleeves up please !! View all feedback. What Nicole T likes about Banksia Bistro:
Came here for a family Sunday lunch and was quite surprised. Lots of tasty items on the menu and a great range of food for all tastes. Steak, burger, fish and chips and pate were tasty and good value. View all feedback.

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4.8 ★ from 10 reviews
Haleigh
20.11.2017 - 18:10

I took my mum to Banksia Bistro by Colin for a going away dinner. We both ordered the burger and chips and were blown away. Mum, who is usually the pickiest eat...

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David
20.11.2017 - 18:10

Well done to Chef Colin Fassnidge, great menu can't go past the crab on toast and any pie on the menu, the drinks are excellently priced, customer service of wa...

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Zoe
20.11.2017 - 18:10

The food and atmosphere is a blessing in this area i.e. sydney south! Highly recommend the burger, pie, schnitzel etc and wine very decent! The woman that serve...

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Adelle
20.11.2017 - 18:10

Family members had read the local Leader paper, and we're delighted to hear Colin Fassnidge was joining the local area and pub land.We arrived without a booking...

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Lue
20.11.2017 - 18:10

This is the third time we have been back to the Banksia Bistro. Each time we come the staff are friendly and inviting. Daily specials always look good, but we c...

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Tripadvisor
4.0 ★ from 5 reviews
KAREN
18.08.2023 - 08:53

Food disappointing. Service not good Kitchen staff looked very slovenly , no kitchen uniforms Waitress well I didn't want my meal served with her long sleeved j...

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Karelle
18.08.2023 - 08:53

Don’t bother. I’ve been here a few times and super hyped and over rated. We tried to get takeaway drinks on a Sunday night and was met with tough luck at 8:06pm...

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jebskulker
18.08.2023 - 08:53

I popped in here for trivia one Tuesday night with a couple of friends, we arrived early for a meal and tried a few different dishes, sharing a bit of each. As...

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mrdom
18.08.2023 - 08:53

An older building, in contrast to the newer car park-focused Rocksia across the road, but looks pretty similar inside. Very similar prices but at least they dis...

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ChiefsBTB
18.08.2023 - 08:53

Service was slower than usual and it was a long wait for our mains but mainly due to the number of patrons and did not detract from the experience. My steak was...

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Int Restaurants
4.1 ★ from 876 reviews
Luana
31.01.2024 - 18:50

The food is delightful, clearly made with care by a passionate chef. The staff are welcoming and knowledgeable about the menu. You wouldn't guess you were dinin...

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Lynette
31.01.2024 - 18:50

Good food. The beef cheeks were amazing!!! so soft and delicious with a good amount of jus. had a few bites of my husband's chicken schnitzel i usually don't li...

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Peter
31.01.2024 - 18:50

Another great family get together at the Banksia roomy and open, clean surrounds ideal for all ages of the family, complimented with great pub food. Staff, both...

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Cheryll
31.01.2024 - 18:50

We had an excellent lunch at Banksia Bistro. The chicken schnitzel was cooked perfectly and the chilli mayo was just the right amount of spice. The pulled pork...

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Toni
31.01.2024 - 18:50

I finally had the chance to dine at the Bistro after a friend raved about the meals they had posted about numerous times. I thoroughly enjoyed our choices - the...

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Google
4.0 ★ from 867 reviews

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