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CASA DO BENFICA

Henson Park, 33 Centennial St, Marrickville NSW 2204, Australia

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Henson Park, 33 Centennial St, Marrickville NSW 2204, Australia

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+61 2 8880 5816
HoursMonday: Closed Tuesday: Closed Wednesday: 12:00 – 8:30 PM Thursday: 12:00 – 8:30 PM Friday: 12:00 – 8:30 PM Saturday: 12:00 – 8:30 PM Sunday: 12:00 – 4:00 PM

*Opening hours may differ during holidays.

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About CASA DO BENFICA

Tucked behind the courts at a Marrickville tennis club, Casa do Benfica trades in garlic, cold beer, and unvarnished tasca soul. Inside the retro clubhouse, long tables fill quickly—crowded with platters of grilled seafood in olive oil and beef skewers suspended directly over the table. Regulars build their orders around bowls of seafood rice and Carne de Porco à Alentejana, then slip up to the counter bar for a cold Super Bock or Vinho Verde as live guitar takes the corner stage.

  • Heaped Seafood Platters: Generously portioned platters arrive loaded with fresh catch and steeped in garlicky olive oil, easily feeding three or more.
  • Hanging Table Skewers: Tender chunks of beef arrive at the table hanging directly from suspended metal skewers.
  • Nostalgic Clubhouse Setting: Housed inside the community tennis club with an authentic walk-up bar pouring cold Super Bock, Sagres, and Portuguese wines.
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Why Choose Casa do Benfica

Savour massive Iberian platters, cold Portuguese beers, and genuine clubhouse nostalgia—book your table now to secure a spot for the whole crew.

  • Communal Feasts for Large Groups

    Massive platters of grilled seafood, hearty rice, and hanging skewers are designed for communal tables, making group dining effortlessly abundant and celebratory.

    Such a fun place for dinner, especially with a big group.

    Ananthula Rahul

  • Unpretentious Family Gatherings

    Affordable traditional Portuguese plates and low-stress counter service allow multigenerational families to relax without formal dining pretension or hefty bills.

    Really recommend this for family gatherings - reasonably priced and superb food.

    Siobhan McHugh

  • Laid-Back 1970s Clubhouse Atmosphere

    The clubhouse trades sleek commercial styling for retro 1970s nostalgia, relaxed dining room ease, and table-hanging skewers.

    has a 70’s vibe, very laid back and no pretensions.

    Jonathan Hartland

  • Live Music and Social Energy

    Solo acoustic sets and weekend performances transform dinner into a classic community social hall experience where all ages can join in.

    sometimes there is a band playing and the kids can dance on the dance floor.

    Terence Ha

  • Distinctive Tennis Clubhouse Enclave

    Tucked inside the Marrickville Hardcourt Tennis Club, this hidden enclave offers an authentic Portuguese tasca experience far removed from standard high-street dining.

    simple, Portuguese food in a casual, old school tennis club.

    M. A.I

  • Veranda Drinks Overlooking the Courts

    The outdoor veranda provides a unique setting to sip imported Super Bock or Vinho Verde while watching active evening tennis matches.

    Enjoyable veranda if the weather is nice to enjoy pre dinner drinks.

    Ant Cent

Signature Portuguese staples celebrated for authentic seasoning and generous portions.

  • Seafood Rice

    Our favourite is the seafood rice.

    Terence Ha

  • Carne de Porco à Alentejana

    the Carne de Porco à Alentejana (pork with clams), and both dishes were absolutely delicious and full of authentic Portuguese flavours.

    Sara Hill

  • Beef Skewers

    For mains we had the Beef Skewers. Asked for medium rare and it came out juicy encrusted in salt.

    Gus D'souza

  • Grilled Seafood Platter

    Grilled seafood platter is extremely good - savoury bomb full of fresh seafood flavour, well seasoned and drenched in olive oil.

    Alex Chen

Other favorites

Complement your feast with classic Portuguese sides, imported beers, and clubhouse amenities.

  • Caramel Pudim

    we had to take the caramel pudim home with us, but it was the perfect way to finish off an excellent dining experience.

    Sara Hill

  • Garlic Mushrooms

    The mushrooms were sinful and an absolute standout.

    Gus D'souza

  • Portuguese Counter Bar Drinks

    The friendly barman will always offer good cheap recommendations often of Portuguese wine or drink the locals beer Super Bock.

    Whiteboar 1

  • Veranda Pre-Dinner Drinks

    Enjoyable veranda if the weather is nice to enjoy pre dinner drinks.

    Ant Cent

Before you head over

Essential advice on bookings, ordering sizes, and game-day parking—lock in your table early for a relaxed clubhouse feast.

  • Book Ahead for Weekends and Settle In

    Bookings are essential for weekend dining, and tables fill up fast. The kitchen works at a relaxed, deliberate pace during peak rushes, so plan ahead and arrive early to settle into the clubhouse rhythm.

  • Scale Your Orders for Generous Portions

    Portions are notoriously massive. A grilled seafood platter easily feeds three people, and groups do best splitting one entrée and one main between two to leave room for takeaway caramel pudim.

  • Check Oval Matchdays and Head to the Bar

    Street parking gets tight whenever games are scheduled next door at Henson Oval. Head inside through the tennis centre, where you can order imported Portuguese beers and wines directly from the walk-up bar counter.

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