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Fauna Restaurant & Bar

59 Fitzroy St, Surry Hills NSW 2010, Australia

Recommended by 58 people

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Find Fauna Restaurant & Bar

59 Fitzroy St, Surry Hills NSW 2010, Australia

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+61 2 8302 3901
HoursMonday: Closed Tuesday: 5:00 PM – 11:00 PM Wednesday: 5:00 PM – 11:00 PM Thursday: 5:00 PM – 11:00 PM Friday: 5:00 PM – 11:00 PM Saturday: 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM, 5:00 PM – 11:00 PM Sunday: 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM

*Opening hours may differ during holidays.

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About Fauna Restaurant & Bar

Fauna cuts through the Fitzroy Street noise as an unhurried Surry Hills retreat for intimate dinners and shared feasts. The multi-level setting balances a leafy outdoor garden dining area with a dim-lit main dining room and an upstairs lounge bar suited for private banquets. Diners lean toward modern Australian share plates—tender kangaroo tartare chips, kingfish crudo, and rich Balmain bug pasta. Charcoal heat anchors the meal with tomahawk steak seared over a hibachi grill, paired alongside house-made tiramisu and a concise Australian wine list.

  • Multi-Zoned Dining Spaces: Guests can settle into the leafy garden dining patio, the moody main room, or reserve the upstairs floor with a dedicated bar for private group banquets.
  • Hibachi-Grilled Cuts: Large-format tomahawk steaks are cooked over charcoal on a hibachi grill, anchoring shared banquet menus alongside house pastas and seasonal crudo.
  • Tuesday Tommy's & Tommy's Special: Midweek diners gather for the Tuesday Tommy's & Tommy's feature, combining $10 Tommy's Margaritas with tomahawk steak.
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What's On at Fauna Restaurant & Bar

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Why Dine at Fauna Restaurant & Bar

Discover why diners choose Fauna for dates, private functions, and relaxed garden gatherings in Surry Hills.

  • Multi-zoned dining ambiances

    The restaurant is thoughtfully split across distinct micro-environments, from the leafy outdoor garden to the chic ground dining space and private mezzanine.

    Each dining area has its own ambiance.

    Chloe O'Toole

  • Atmospheric setting for dates

    Fauna pairs stylish decor with attentive hospitality, creating a refined yet welcoming backdrop for intimate dates and special milestones.

    Brilliant date spot if you’re looking to impress a special someone or spoil your partner.

    Harrison Doughman

  • Upstairs space for private parties

    Dedicated upstairs private dining and bar service accommodates larger bookings with cohesive banquet catering.

    We were lucky enough to have the whole upstairs booked for our group of 10. The staff were amazing, never an empty glass.

    Chloe O'Toole

  • Share-plate dining for groups

    A sharing-focused Modern Australian menu allows friends and groups to sample diverse entrees, house-made pastas, and mains together.

    Went with a group of girlfriends so we were able to share and have a bit of everything.

    Ci

  • Quiet sanctuary off busy streets

    Stepping inside from bustling Fitzroy Street provides immediate tranquility, offering a sheltered haven from urban street noise.

    this tiny oasis with big mirrors - you can see the bustle, feel the atmosphere along this dining strip, but not hear the din.

    Heather Tyler

  • Sunlit garden dining

    Fauna's garden setting delivers a relaxed open-air environment ideal for leisurely weekend lunches in great weather.

    We sat in the garden and enjoyed the amazing weather - thanks for making it a great day!

    Matthew Jorgenson

Guest-favorite centerpiece mains and signature share plates

  • Tomahawk Steak

    The team kindly let us swap out the ribeye for a large Tomahawk which was cooked on a hibachi grill. Could not fault one dish.

    Chloe O'Toole

  • Carbonara

    Foods are well thought out and executed perfectly. Everything was so fresh and especially the Carbonara was bang on!

    William Tanjaya

  • Kangaroo Tartare

    Absolute best dish was the bay bug pasta, and the kangaroo tartare was also very good👩🏻‍🍳 💋

    Pam S.

  • Balmain Bug Pasta

    Balmain bug pasta was a fan favourite out of the mains!

    Ci

Other favorites

Desserts, starters, and signature sips to complete your visit

  • Tiramisu

    Evening was topped off with a tiramisu to DIE for - sweet coffee tones balanced so well with a generous topping of cocoa - definitely a home made recipe - so hats off the the chef!!

    Simon De Araujo

  • Tommy's Margaritas

    Tuesday’s Tommy’s & Tommy’s deal has $10 Tommys Margs (my fave) and Tomahawk steak are you joking 🤤

    Melissa Lloyd-Sacre

  • Mushroom Arancini

    The kingfish crudo, Kangaroo tartare chips and mushroom arancini were delicious entrees/starters.

    Ci

  • Focaccia

    I really can’t decide which dish was my favorite but I especially loved their focaccia and orecchiette al limon.

    Laura Quisumbing

Beyond the menu

Thoughtful hospitality and culinary touches that elevate your dining experience

  • Hibachi Tomahawk Banquet Customization

    The kitchen accommodates large groups by custom-swapping banquet cuts for a large Tomahawk seared over a hibachi grill.

  • Tuesday Tommy's & Tommy's Pairing

    Midweek guests can access a dedicated Tuesday pairing featuring $10 Tommy's Margaritas alongside a shared Tomahawk steak.

  • Exclusive Upstairs Mezzanine and Bar Care

    Private parties booked upstairs enjoy dedicated bar service and attentive glass top-offs without disruption.

  • Personal Owner Greeting and House Tequila

    Diners wrapping up evening meals are treated to wholesome visits from the owner followed by smooth spiced tequila pours.

Frequently Asked Questions

What seating areas are available?

Fauna features distinct areas across its townhouse layout, including an outdoor garden dining space, an intimate and chic main dining floor, and an upstairs room with a bar suited for private groups.

What dishes and dining formats are recommended?

Diners frequently recommend the Tomahawk steak (cooked over a hibachi grill), the Balmain bug pasta, kangaroo tartare, carbonara, and desserts such as tiramisu. Large groups can also opt for a multi-course banquet.

What specials are offered during the week?

Fauna offers a Tuesday 'Tommy's & Tommy's' special that combines $10 Tommy's Margaritas with Tomahawk steak.

What should visitors know about parking nearby?

Street parking along the main road can be tight during peak transit times, but nearby clearway restrictions lift in the evening around 7:00 PM, opening up street spaces.

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