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Bloodwood Restaurant & Bar

416 King St, Newtown NSW 2042, Australia

Recommended by 76 people

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Find Bloodwood Restaurant & Bar

416 King St, Newtown NSW 2042, Australia

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+61 2 9557 7699
HoursMonday: 5:00 – 10:00 PM Tuesday: 5:00 – 10:00 PM Wednesday: 5:00 – 10:00 PM Thursday: 5:00 – 10:00 PM Friday: 5:00 – 11:00 PM Saturday: 1:00 – 11:00 PM Sunday: Closed

*Opening hours may differ during holidays.

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About Bloodwood Restaurant & Bar

King Street dining with zero pretension. Bloodwood remains an Inner West benchmark for seasonal share plates, pacing banquets that easily flex for coeliacs and vegetarians without missing a beat. The kitchen rolls out halloumi wrapped in crackling filo with honey and lemon, miso prawns, and Riverina Angus sirloin with chorizo butter. Downstairs absorbs rowdy group gatherings, while the back balcony catches a quiet breeze off the strip—the crew waving you goodbye past the open kitchen as you head into the night.

  • Seasonal Sharing Plates: A rotating share menu turning out standouts like Riverina Angus sirloin in chorizo butter and filo-wrapped halloumi.
  • Multi-Level Neighborhood Space: Warm, sharp hospitality across an open kitchen floor plan, split-level dining rooms, and an airy balcony.
  • Dietary-Led Banquets: Banquets navigate vegetarian plates and coeliac requirements without compromising kitchen timing.
  • Regional Wine Focus: A beverage list spotlighting small-scale bottles and regional New South Wales producers.
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Upcoming events, special menus and other reasons to plan a visit.

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Why Bloodwood Remains Newtown's Default Reservation

From seamless group banquets and bespoke dietary care to warm neighborhood hospitality, book your table and experience King Street dining at its finest.

  • Elevated Milestone Dining Without the Pretense

    Seasonal menus deliver sharp, creative culinary execution with refined service while keeping the room relaxed, welcoming, and pretension-free.

    high-end without being stuffy.

    James Foster

  • Open-Kitchen Rhythm and Direct Connection

    An open kitchen layout connects the dining floor directly with the kitchen brigade, anchoring the room in transparent craft and lively hospitality.

    Being able to wave goodbye to the kitchen staff and wait staff alike as you leave thanks to the open layout is a nice way to end the night!

    FB

  • Seamless Inclusivity for Coeliacs and Strict Dietaries

    The kitchen adapts effortlessly to strict dietary requirements and coeliac needs, ensuring everyone at the table enjoys full, flavorful courses.

    Most things on the menu were gluten free or could be made gluten free which was so wonderful to experience as i have coeliac disease.

    Kitty O'Brien

  • Thoughtfully Paced Communal Banquet Flow

    Banquet and share-plate menus are carefully sequenced for communal dining, allowing everyone to enjoy dishes as they arrive hot from the pass.

    The menu is designed for you to share. Typically, as dishes come out, you all have a go on them.

    Old School Caretaker

  • Hospitality That Makes You Feel Genuinely Cared For

    Attentive front-of-house staff anticipate needs with genuine warmth, transforming a regular dinner into a deeply personal, memorable occasion.

    the kind of service that makes you feel genuinely cared for.

    KPers

  • Zero-Stress Reassurance for Special Occasions

    Dedicated coordination and adaptable service relieve hosts of logistical friction so they can immerse themselves fully in their celebration.

    your guests will be raving about it and we had absolutely 0 stress whatsoever leaving us free to enjoy the heck out of our wedding day.

    Lauren Schuit

Inner West staples designed for communal dining—secure your table today.

  • Miso Prawns

    Generous sized portion of miso prawns.

    Jason Healy

  • Halloumi in Filo

    the halloumi in filo with honey and lemon, fig and buratta salad, and the Riverina Angus sirloin with chorizo butter and fries being standouts.

    Stan Savellis

  • Polenta Chips

    The polenta chips were piping hot and yummy.

    A Bunny Yay

  • Fried Chicken

    We particularly loved the fried chicken and the chocolate/cherry brownie!

    K Pokoati

Other favorites

Inventive desserts and craft cocktails to round out the dining experience.

  • Burnt Butter Strawberry Cake

    Also, don’t skimp on dessert - the burnt butter strawberry cake (with yoghurt and mascarpone) is a must.

    Stan Savellis

  • Chocolate/Cherry Brownie

    We particularly loved the fried chicken and the chocolate/cherry brownie!

    K Pokoati

  • Mango Pudding with Granita

    My favourite dishes were the pecan pate, grilled peach salad, cauliflower and leek croquette, haloumi filo, and the mango pudding with granita.

    N A

  • Peruvian Fairy

    There is a lovely range of cocktails, the Pommy and Peruvian Fairy were both refreshing.

    A Bunny Yay

Beyond the menu

Thoughtful hospitality flourishes across the small details at Bloodwood, from seamless service touches to personal kitchen connections. Reserve your table for your next occasion.

  • Open-Kitchen Brigade Farewell

    Thanks to the open-concept layout, the kitchen brigade and floor team personally greet diners and bid them farewell across the pass as they depart.

  • Personalized Dietary Memorization

    Servers take the time to learn guests by name and seamlessly adapt dishes for dietary needs, including strict coeliac protocols and extensive vegetarian selections.

  • Auctionless Table Service

    Floor staff track individual orders meticulously to deliver dishes straight to whoever ordered them, avoiding intrusive table auctions.

  • Bespoke Celebration Styling

    The team accommodates celebration milestones with bespoke care, from birthday candle presentations to styling personal decor and swapping banquet courses for welcome drinks.

Frequently Asked Questions

How does the dining and ordering format work?

Bloodwood operates on a share-plate format where dishes are paced and sent out as they are ready for the entire table to share. Set and banquet menus are also available.

Can the menu accommodate vegetarian or gluten-free diets?

Yes, the kitchen offers extensive vegetarian and gluten-free choices, with most dishes naturally gluten-free or able to be modified for coeliac requirements.

What seating areas are available?

The multi-level venue includes front indoor tables, an upstairs dining room, an open balcony, and outdoor kerbside seating, alongside a semi-private lower level for larger groups.

Is parking available nearby?

Finding a spot in Newtown can be difficult. While free street parking is technically available around the area, public transport or taxis are recommended.

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