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Baba's Place

20 Sloane St, Marrickville NSW 2204, Australia

Recommended by 54 people

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20 Sloane St, Marrickville NSW 2204, Australia

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+61 423 587 481
HoursMonday: Closed Tuesday: Closed Wednesday: Closed Thursday: 5:45 – 11:30 PM Friday: 5:45 – 11:30 PM Saturday: 12:00 – 4:00 PM, 5:45 – 11:30 PM Sunday: 12:00 – 4:00 PM, 5:15 – 10:00 PM

*Opening hours may differ during holidays.

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About Baba's Place

Set in Marrickville's warehouse backstreets, Baba's Place runs an industrial hall as an incense-scented tribute to immigrant grandmothers. The room delivers pure baba energy—mismatched plates, vintage furniture, and family-room trinkets. Inner West regulars zero in on the opening spread: tarama on toast with pickles, tart house yoghurt, and toasted butter rice. Grab a stool at the kitchen counter to watch the line sear lamb chops and assemble beef tartare, or split the multi-course set menu alongside an inventive non-alcoholic list.

  • Nostalgic Decor: Mismatched vintage chairs, retro knick-knacks, and hourly burning incense create a lived-in family home aesthetic.
  • Signature Starters: The tarama on toast with pickles and the house yoghurt stand out as essential menu openers.
  • Kitchen Counter Seating: Bar stools set along the kitchen counter offer an upfront vantage of the chefs searing chops and plating tartare.
  • Sharing Set Menus: A generous multi-course group menu takes the guesswork out of table ordering for parties and celebrations.
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Why Diners Choose Baba's Place

From front-row counter seats watching the kitchen fire up dishes to generous communal tables surrounded by nostalgic heirlooms, secure your table at Baba's Place today.

  • Front-Row Kitchen Counter Seating

    Counter bar stools provide an up-close, engaging view of the kitchen brigade firing and plating dishes.

    sat at the kitchen counter, and excellent spot to watch the chefs at work.

    Stephen Ragell

  • Inventive Cross-Cultural Flavor Combinations

    A bold, cross-cultural menu blends Mediterranean heritage with unexpected, original flavor profiles.

    Every dish is a flavor bomb — bold, unexpected, and totally original.

    Jojo

  • Effortless Communal Feasts for Groups

    Generous portions and communal formats allow larger parties to effortlessly sample a broad spectrum of dishes.

    Going with a big group, we got to order a large sampling of the menu

    Alyssia Berchet

  • Low-Fuss Sharing and Vibrant Communal Tables

    A lively converted warehouse setting facilitates relaxed, unpretentious dining across bustling tables.

    Go if you want something social and low fuss

    Michael Bugelli

  • Nostalgic Grandparent-Home Comfort

    Vintage interior touches and heirloom styling capture the heartfelt warmth of an immigrant family home.

    The ambience actually felt like we were visiting our favourite Tayta's or Yaya's place for dinner in downtown Beirut or Athens, very warm and inviting and clearly done with much love.

    Tony

  • Welcoming Vibe and Deep Personality

    Warm hospitality and distinctive design create an immediate sense of intimate comfort and personality.

    The vibe is cosy, quirky and nostalgic, and the food is creative and distinctive.

    Jackie Wu

Customer favorites and standout dishes celebrated across diner reviews.

  • Tarama on Toast

    We had the tarama toast. Chefs kiss, didn’t think i’d like it but it was mwah loved it.

    Jade Grey

  • Set Menu

    The set menu was amazing well worth the $92 we paid for each person.

    Tokie Enriquez

  • House Yoghurt

    I’d recommend the taroma on toast and the house yoghurt with bread.

    Gemma Jackson

  • Beef Tartare

    Beef tartare (MUST ORDER) — crunch on crunch, absolute gold.

    Jojo

Other favorites

Standout desserts and drinks that round out the eclectic feast

  • Pandan Gelato Dessert

    the pandan gelato dessert was unbelievably tasty.

    Bee Greig

  • Sticky Date Dessert

    The waitress recommended the sticky date for dessert and oh my god that is probably my new favourite dessert!! It was insanely good!

    Melissa Rodriguez

  • Inclusive Wine List

    Nick and his wine list are both outstanding! It’s a clever, inclusive, diverse list that covers all bases andt budgets.

    Andreas Fox

  • Non-Alcoholic Drinks Selection

    The drinks menu is extensive with an impressive variety of non-alcoholic options.

    Stephen Ragell

Beyond the menu

From front-row kitchen views to personal family hospitality, book your table at Baba's Place for an unforgettable night.

  • Hourly Incense Ritual

    The warehouse dining room is regularly refreshed with aromatic incense burned on the hour, enriching the nostalgic, lived-in family atmosphere.

  • Kitchen Counter Culinary Views

    Stools along the open counter place diners directly in front of the active kitchen line to watch dishes prepared and plated up close.

  • Tailored Celebration Touches

    Attentive staff tailor milestone celebrations on the fly, such as arranging custom digestifs when diners are too full for dessert.

  • Hands-On Owner Hospitality

    Owners visit tables directly during dinner service to welcome guests, discuss dishes, and ensure celebration gatherings feel like home.

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the recommended dishes and menu options?

First-time diners and groups frequently choose the multi-course set menu for communal sharing. Standout dishes and optional add-ons highlighted by visitors include the signature tarama on toast, house yogurt, beef tartare, and cucumber salad.

Can you sit at the kitchen counter?

Yes, counter seating at the open kitchen is available, allowing guests to watch the chefs prepare and cook dishes up close during service.

Are large groups required to do the set menu?

Groups—such as parties of six—may be required to dine on the multi-course set menu rather than ordering entirely à la carte. Reserving ahead is available.

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