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Bistro St Jacques

96 Pitt St, Redfern NSW 2016, Australia

Recommended by 38 people

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96 Pitt St, Redfern NSW 2016, Australia

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+61 478 705 704
HoursMonday: Closed Tuesday: Closed Wednesday: 5:00 – 10:00 PM Thursday: 12:00 – 3:00 PM, 5:00 – 10:00 PM Friday: 12:00 – 3:00 PM, 5:00 – 10:00 PM Saturday: 12:00 – 3:00 PM, 5:00 – 10:00 PM Sunday: 12:00 – 3:00 PM, 5:00 – 9:00 PM

*Opening hours may differ during holidays.

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About Bistro St Jacques

Redfern’s Pitt Street dining room delivers pure French bistro culture—minus the inner-city table rush. Regulars treat the room like a personal annex, ducking in for quiet dates and milestone feasts where no one taps a watch. Classic technique anchors the board: crisp steak frites, baked scallops, and a tall cheese soufflé diners know to claim early. Out back, a dedicated room holds gatherings of eight or more, while Nick pours unscripted wine pairings straight through to the *fromage* course.

  • Semi-Private Back Room: A dedicated back dining room accommodates small parties of eight up to private gatherings of thirty.
  • Unhurried Evening Pacing: Paced for long evenings with no high-turnover door pressure or strict 90-minute table limits.
  • Classic Bistro Board: Traditional bistro execution spanning cheese soufflé, steak frites, and rotating daily blackboard market cuts.
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Why Settle into Bistro St Jacques

From unhurried multi-course feasts and private gatherings to romantic date nights, book your table at Redfern’s classic French dining room.

  • Unhurried Evening Pacing

    Guests can settle in for multi-course dinners and relaxed conversations without feeling pressured by strict seating turnarounds.

    it’s one of the rare places where you can enjoy a proper evening without being hurried out the door at 9pm.

    TAMP

  • Relaxed Milestone Dining

    Celebrations unfold seamlessly with indulgent multi-course menus and intuitive, knowledgeable wine hospitality.

    every course was better than the last

    Jodie Richards

  • Secluded Back Dining Space

    A private back dining area offers groups of eight an exclusive setting for intimate, set-course celebrations.

    They have a semi private dining space at the back good for 8 people.

    Anna Manlulo

  • Versatile Private Functions

    The dining spaces adapt effortlessly to larger gatherings of up to thirty, supported by attentive host service and accommodating kitchen prep.

    The restaurant and spaces were an ideal size for our group, and all the staff and our host Nick were wonderful and very accomodating.

    Gaz B

  • Warm, Homelike Hospitality

    From the greeting at the door, the team fosters an environment of personal warmth that puts diners completely at ease.

    From the moment I stepped in, the hospitality made it feel like I was walking into a family home.

    Claudia P

  • Intimate Setting for Romance

    Subtle charm and an inviting dining room create the ideal backdrop for couples seeking genuine connection over classic bistro fare.

    It’s intimate and cozy and invites you to have laughs and deep conversations.

    Niki Vasiliadis

From decadent twice-baked soufflé to classic steak frites, discover the dishes regulars return for—reserve your table tonight.

  • Baked Scallops

    Baked Scallops which was creamy and delightful.

    Johnny Au

  • Cheese Soufflé

    cheese soufflé is simply superb

    TAMP

  • Steak Frites

    The steak frites salad was the standout as always — beef fillet cooked perfectly, served with hand-cut chips and a fresh little side salad.

    David Bitton

  • Cauliflower Gratin

    The cauliflower gratin was very good too.

    Sophia Vela

Other favorites

Indulgent house-made sweets and classic cocktails to round out your bistro dining experience.

  • Vanilla Crème Brûlée

    Blown away by the vanilla creme brulee (almost licked the plate clean).

    Pranav More

  • Apple Tart

    Dessert was a fitting finish: an apple tart done with precision, topped with vanilla bean ice cream and caramel sauce.

    David Bitton

  • Classic Martinis

    Cocktails are kept to the classics - the martinis were fab 🍸

    Niki Vasiliadis

  • Chocolate Mousse

    To finish we had the Chocolate Mousse and Peach Melba.

    Johnny Au

Frequently Asked Questions

Is there private or group dining available?

Yes, the restaurant has a dedicated semi-private back dining room that accommodates intimate groups of 8 up to larger private functions of around 30 guests.

What is the pacing and atmosphere like for dinner?

Dinner is deliberately paced to be relaxed and unhurried, with generous entree and main portions that leave guests well looked after rather than rushed out the door.

Should you make a booking in advance?

Reservations are accepted and recommended, especially for weekend dates and celebrations, but note that a $120 fee applies if you do not show up.

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