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BUSH

55 George St, Redfern NSW 2016, Australia

Recommended by 55 people

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55 George St, Redfern NSW 2016, Australia

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+61 466 566 534
HoursMonday: Closed Tuesday: Closed Wednesday: 6:00 – 10:00 PM Thursday: 6:00 – 10:00 PM Friday: 6:00 – 10:00 PM Saturday: 6:00 – 10:00 PM Sunday: Closed

*Opening hours may differ during holidays.

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About BUSH

Redfern’s BUSH pairs wild-harvested invasive game with native botanicals in a room lined with raw bush timbers. Diners bypass the à la carte for the degustation—an unpretentious take on bush tucker that lands like dinner at an old friend’s table. The kitchen turns out crisp pastry rolls packed with saltbush and ricotta, seared venison, and wild rabbit. Dessert closes on crisp pavlova dotted with green ants for a sharp citrus pop.

  • Native Degustation: A multi-course set menu highlighting indigenous botanicals, warrigal greens, and wild-harvested game.
  • Signature Bush Spliff: Crisp rolled fine pastry stuffed with saltbush and ricotta, establishing the kitchen's native botanical focus.
  • Green Ant Pavlova: Classic pavlova paired with native green ants that lend crisp bursts of natural citrus.
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Why Diners Choose BUSH

From wild-harvested botanicals to warm Redfern hospitality, experience Sydney's most inventive terroir—book your table today.

  • Native Flora and Wild Game

    Creative dishes center wild invasive game and native Australian botanicals for an adventurous culinary exploration.

    Best food I've ever had that represent Australia’s native and invasive species hands down.

    Charlie Band

  • Signature Native Pastry Spliff

    The kitchen's beloved starter envelopes fresh local herbs like saltbush in delicate, golden pastry.

    The Bush Spliff, pasta, venison and Rabbit Parmigiana was excellent.

    Mark C

  • Ecologically Conscious Sourcing

    The menu thoughtfully aligns dining with ecological balance by turning invasive species into culinary highlights.

    I really dig this place particularly because of their mission to promote responsible and respectful consumption of the land.

    J

  • Curated Degustation Journey

    A structured tasting format showcases the full breadth of the kitchen's bush ingredients with kitchen provenance.

    We chose the degustation menu and I highly recommend it as a great way to experience what the kitchen is doing.

    I B Z

  • Relaxed Date-Night Setting

    A cozy, unpretentious dining room pairs adventurous plates with comfortable, unhurried date-night charm.

    So much fun for a weekday date night, we’ll be back!

    millie young

  • Effortless Hosting for Visitors

    Warm, attentive hosts create an easygoing environment ideal for introducing visitors to genuine Australian terroir.

    Would definitely recommend trying especially if you have international/interstate guests visiting.

    Dominic See

Hyper-local flavours and sustainable wild game await—reserve your table at BUSH today.

  • Green Ant Pavlova

    And then the grand finale: a mango macadamia green ant pavlova. Yes, green ants. And yes, they actually taste like little bursts of green apple or lime! it was amazing.

    Aaron Brousseau

  • Saltbush Spliff

    everything from the saltbush spliffs to the pav were terrific.

    manisha amin

  • Venison Steak

    The venison steak was cooked perfectly and tasted delicious and tender.

    Nina

  • Rabbit Parmigiana

    The Bush Spliff, pasta, venison and Rabbit Parmigiana was excellent.

    Mark C

Other favorites

Explore house-crafted cocktails, native-seasoned sides, and botanical desserts beyond the main courses.

  • Native Negroni

    I kicked things off with a Native Negroni which was amazing!

    Aaron Brousseau

  • Pepperberry Chips

    Recommend to get the pepperberry chips to go with it. I was craving chips and these hit the spot for sure!

    Nina

  • Wattleseed Flan

    Bread was so good, also the veal schnitzel and wattleseed flan was excellent

    D Y

  • Homemade Cola with Rum

    They also had a homemade cola with rum which was like a more refreshing Bundy and coke.

    Angus Crawford

Beyond the menu

Thoughtful, host-driven hospitality elevates Redfern's wild-food destination—book your table to experience it firsthand.

  • Owner Tableside Provenance Stories

    The owner personally visits tables to talk through the sourcing and culinary context of the wild game and native botanicals, offering genuine insight without pretension.

  • Canopied Fern Courtyard Oasis

    Diners can sit in an intimate, weather-protected courtyard surrounded by living staghorn ferns, miniature tree ferns, and climbing vines tucked away from the street.

  • Welcoming Late-Evening Service

    The kitchen accommodates late dinner seatings, offering an unhurried, welcoming dining window that guests note is notoriously rare across the city.

  • Native Botanical Drink Pairings

    The bar pours inventive custom drinks infused with indigenous ingredients, ranging from a sunrise-lime Native Negroni to house-brewed botanical cola.

Before you head over

Practical guidance on ordering formats, seasonal wild game, and dining pacing. Book your spot ahead.

  • Opt for the Set Menu

    With individual plates adding up quickly and portions running lean, ordering the set or degustation menu provides the most balanced, comprehensive showcase of native and wild ingredients.

  • Expect Daily Game Rotations

    The kitchen relies on seasonal foraging and invasive species availability, so featured game like kangaroo can rotate out for wild venison—arrive ready to embrace the day's harvest.

  • Plan Around Table Limits

    Peak services can enforce a strict 90-minute table limit; order promptly upon seating or book a later evening slot to enjoy the dishes at an unhurried pace. Book your table early.

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