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8Things Eatery
133 Katoomba St, Katoomba NSW 2780, Australia
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133 Katoomba St, Katoomba NSW 2780, Australia
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8Things Eatery strips away menu fatigue with a tight rotation of eight street-food staples cooked right in front of you. Perched along Katoomba Street, this compact open-kitchen diner turns out rich Singapore laksa with housemade sambal, crisp tacos, and Katoomba fried chicken served alongside wasabi mayo. Hikers refuel at the counter after cold mountain tracks, while solo diners slip in for crunchy tofu sticks or coeliac-safe dosa masala without the wait of a drawn-out sit-down meal. Expect fast turns, Afro-funk beats on the speakers, and steaming bowls passing across the pass hot off the wok.
- Eight-dish global menu: The kitchen stays strictly locked to eight global street dishes, from Bali nasi goreng to Singapore laksa and Mexican tacos.
- Open counter dining: Bar seats directly front the compact open kitchen, making counter drop-ins and solo dining effortless.
- Broad dietary catering: Dedicated options cover strict gluten-free and coeliac diners alongside vegan and halal preferences.
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Why Choose 8Things Eatery
Eight iconic street-food dishes crafted with speed, authenticity, and broad dietary care in the Blue Mountains.
Focused Eight-Dish Global Menu
A concise, highly curated selection of eight globally inspired street food dishes delivers authentic taste and rapid service without decision fatigue.
8 dishes ONLY and all absolutely delicious!!
Terry Cuskelly Uncompromised Dietary & Coeliac Dining
Coeliac-safe, gluten-free, vegan, and halal-friendly options maintain authentic flavors and generous preparations across world street cuisines.
3x Coeliac-Friendly Gluten Free dishes, and each of them was authentic to its country of origin and delicious!!
Adam Thomson Home-Country Comfort Cravings
Authentic recipes recreate familiar comfort food flavors that satisfy cravings for authentic home-country dishes right in Katoomba.
Totally satisfied our cravings for food from home.
Jerina Chan Sensory Satisfaction & Delight
Flavor-forward dishes leave diners completely delighted with vibrant spices and rich, memorable profiles.
left completely satisfied and smiling with the beautiful flavours still tingling our taste buds.
Adam Thomson Comfortable Bar Seating for Solo Diners
Dedicated counter and bar seating allows solo diners to enjoy a quick, high-quality meal comfortably without table-service awkwardness.
they have bar seating making eating alone less awkward.
Christina C Seamless Eat-and-Go Dining
An open-kitchen layout with visible speed-cooking and rapid turnover ensures minimal wait times for casual eat-and-go meals.
short wait for a table as it more of eat and go restaurant
Josie TT
Most popular items
Globally inspired street food favourites from a focused eight-dish kitchen.
Singapore Laksa
Singaporean-approved Singapore laksa! Generous portion and ingredients. Totally satisfied our cravings for food from home.
Jerina Chan NYC Cheeseburger
We got the NYC Cheese burger and it was very delectable with a soft buttery bun, lovely beef, cheese, gherkins and spicy mayo sauce.
Napier Family Katoomba Fried Chicken
Best Gluten free Fried Chicken I have ever had, the fresh lime on the side & wasabi mayo complemented it so nicely.
Georga Clarke Nasi Goreng
The Nasi goreng was exceptionally good.
Trisha Banerjee
Beyond the menu
Thoughtful touches that elevate a compact global street food stop.
Dedicated Dietary and Coeliac Care
Individual dietary needs like coeliac gluten-free, vegan, and halal are accommodated across authentic global street foods without cutting corners on flavor.
Front-Row Open Prep and Counter Seating
Solo and casual diners can perch along the bar to watch fast-paced open prep and witness meals speed-cooked from scratch.
Welcoming Late-Arrival Hospitality
Hospitality shines even near closing time, with fresh hot bowls prepared swiftly and an open invitation to dine in without rush.
Curated Music and World-Map Setting
A dedicated soundtrack of Afro Funk and a global-map interior theme lend energy and personality to a compact quick-service diner.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the concept behind the menu?
True to its name, the eatery serves a tightly curated menu of just eight international street-food dishes from around the world, such as Singapore laksa, burgers, tacos, and bao.
Are there gluten-free and dietary-friendly options?
Yes. Several dishes can cater to coeliac, gluten-free, vegan, and halal diets, including options like gluten-free fried chicken, tacos, and dosa.
How do you order your food?
You can scan the QR code at your table to order and pay, or place your order directly at the counter with the staff.
How does seating work, and can you get takeaway?
Seating is limited with about 15 to 20 seats, including bar counter spots with a view into the open kitchen. It operates as a casual eat-and-go diner, and takeout is readily available if seats are full.
Is there a restroom available inside the restaurant?
No, the restaurant does not have an on-site customer toilet. Guests are directed to the public restrooms across the road, which close around 5:00 PM.
Where can you park nearby?
There are street parking spots along the adjacent road, and parking is also available near the Woolworths just off Katoomba Street.
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