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Overall Total Score
4 out of 5
Impressive | 1211 reviews

What Katrina G doesn't like about Botanic Gardens Restaurant:
Food was nicely presented but all were lacking in taste and seasoning. Very disappointing. Plus, the waitress spilt some of our champagne when pouring. Best thing about the experience was the view outside. View all feedback. What David C likes about Botanic Gardens Restaurant:
I’m a local. Glad it’s here, and open most dates, unlike many. A little oasis, shaded seating, good coffee, and fairly consistent. It’s food is ok, it’s not cheap. Service is ok, but can be slow too. Location location… View all feedback.

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3.0 ★ from 28 reviews
Buford
06.09.2017 - 09:36

Had our wedding reception at the restaurant three years ago and every year since then, my husband and I return to celebrate our wedding anniversary here. This p...

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Dietmar
06.09.2017 - 09:36

Very disappointing lunch with only a few dishes to select from both Entree and Main course. Staff were cold, food was very average and price was over the top fo...

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Phyllis
14.08.2017 - 06:54

Three years ago had our wedding reception in the restaurant and every year since that my husband and I return here to celebrate our wedding day here. This place...

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Adella
14.08.2017 - 06:54

Very disappointing lunch with just a few dishes to select from the main and main course. The staff was cold, the food was very average and the price was over th...

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Ebru
20.11.2017 - 19:46

After a long walk through the Botanical Gardens, we stopped for Sunday Brunch. The food was very good, so we were very surprised to see how quiet (empty) it was...

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Botanic House offers an overall disappointing dining experience, with beautifully presented but lackluster dishes that were often overly sweet. Service was a major issue, with staff displaying rudeness and coldness towards customers, as well as a lack of attention to detail such as forgetting to serve coffee. Despite the high prices, the quality of service did not match expectations. However, the location itself is praised for its stunning views and pleasant ambiance. It seems that the restaurant's main strengths lie in its atmosphere and setting rather than the food and service quality.

Tripadvisor
3.5 ★ from 206 reviews
Augustus
27.07.2023 - 04:33

We went for lunch for Mothers day on a Saturday.It was a set menu for $100.The food was great and ample portions. The plates were all fresh and yummy. It is Vie...

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Daryl
27.07.2023 - 04:33

The service was great. The food and wine pairing was perfect. Couldn’t rate the food any higher. Beautifully presented. We will be back.

Lois
27.07.2023 - 04:33

We had been given a red Bali on voucher and decided while in Sydney to go here and what an experience it was. The staff were exceptional from the moment we ente...

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sydtravellers
27.07.2023 - 04:33

I am having no joy in writing this review. Times are tough for us all. But we paid good money for a poor experience. Unforgettable food, for all the wrong reaso...

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Deborah
27.07.2023 - 04:33

Stunning setting and food, excellent wait staff, good value. The dumplings were so clever and beautifully presented, the Chicken salad generous with great varie...

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Aggregated
5.0 ★ from 10 reviews
Daniel
30.07.2023 - 03:14

Very good service. Was feeding my baby girl when a bird came in and started taking a bite of our chips and drinks. Manager saw it and quickly gave us new ones....

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Makesh
30.07.2023 - 03:14

Nice place to sip a cuppa after a good walk around the RBG. They have good selection of pies and pastries. They also serve good breakfast and lunch and cold bev...

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Cameron
30.07.2023 - 03:14

Lovely little cafe in the Botanical Gardens. Great spot to pick up some food and have a nice picnic in the gardens. Staff were friendly and prices were reasonab...

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David
30.07.2023 - 03:14

The granola breakfast $13) was more nicely presented than I expected although more sweet than I like. Good coffee and obviously it's a very pleasant location. D...

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Naomi
30.07.2023 - 03:14

Mitch was AMAZING!!! I was there with 13 of my students who are deaf and some with additional special needs. As the queue grew longer, Mitch took all the orders...

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Google
3.7 ★ from 375 reviews
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