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The Vault

20 Shepherd St, Liverpool NSW 2170, Australia

Recommended by 36 people

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20 Shepherd St, Liverpool NSW 2170, Australia

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+61 2 8742 4033
HoursMonday: Closed Tuesday: Closed Wednesday: 12:00 – 3:00 PM, 5:00 – 9:00 PM Thursday: 12:00 – 3:00 PM, 5:00 – 9:00 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 The Vault

Tucked into Liverpool’s heritage Paper Mill precinct, The Vault turns out serious chophouse cuts and wood-fired mains without the trek into the city. An easy handoff at the on-site valet sets the tone—unwinding the parking friction before you step into the soaring industrial room. The kitchen takes its fire seriously, charring shareable ribeye, tomahawks, and fresh seafood alongside crisp crumbed feta olives and spun cocktails like the Fairy Floss Martini. You get the polish of a CBD dining room minus the stiff dress code, rounding out dinner with warm chocolate fondant or a crackled crème brûlée.

  • On-Site Valet Parking: Dedicated valet service removes street-parking headaches right at arrival.
  • Wood-Fired Chophouse Cuts: Steaks, tomahawks, and seafood cooked over wood fire embers in an adaptive-reuse paper mill.
  • Unpretentious Fine Dining: Offers the polish of high-end dining in an airy industrial setting without formal pretense.
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Key Advantages

Why diners choose The Vault for prime cuts, effortless arrival, and memorable celebrations

  • Wood-Fired Steakhouse Cooking

    The kitchen prepares cuts of steak and fresh seafood using an authentic wood-fire oven hearth.

    seafood is great cook in the wood fire oven

    abdul isakar

  • Chophouse-Quality Cuts

    The ribeye and house steaks deliver prime cut tenderness and culinary execution that matches top international dining spots.

    quality rivalled some of the best chophouses in London

    Marty Hine

  • Unpretentious Fine Dining

    The venue delivers fine dining presentation and celebratory ambiance without stiff formalities or restrictive dress codes.

    fine dining experience without having to dress up

    Greg Horne

  • Upscale Date-Night Setting

    High-end interior styling and attentive plate presentation make the setting ideal for special occasions and dinner dates.

    Highly recommended to impress a date!

    Athanasia S

  • Effortless On-Site Valet Parking

    On-site valet services ensure effortless vehicle drop-off upon arrival on busy dining nights.

    took the stress out of finding a parking spot

    Yusuke Iwase

  • Adaptive-Reuse Heritage Precinct

    Located in the historic Paper Mill precinct, offering a spacious industrial setting with historic architectural charm.

    The whole place have an industrial look well designed and plenty of seating available.

    Jackson T.M

Savor premier chophouse cuts and signature mains prepared over wood fire.

  • Ribeye Steak

    The Ribeye was perfectly cooked and cut like marshmallow.

    Marty Hine

  • Tomahawk Steak

    From the way the tomahawk steak was cooked to the beautiful sides, the food was top notch!

    s k

  • Eye Fillet

    I had eye fillet cooked to perfection the sides were delicious.

    Laura Ward

  • Risotto Tartufo

    If you like truffle, the risotto tartufo is such a winner!

    Sandra Joy Macaldo

Other favorites

Conclude your dinner with handcrafted desserts and specialty cocktails.

  • Crème Brûlée

    must try the crème Brule

    abdul isakar

  • Basque Cheesecake

    The basque cheesecake is so delicious and a ‘must try’.

    Eliza Gatfield-Moss

  • Chocolate Fondant

    Chocolat Foundant and Creme Brulee are a must!

    Nivia Gaylard

  • Fairy Floss Martini

    the ladies favourite was the Fairy Floss Martini (it looked and tasted amazing)

    Marty Hine

Beyond the menu

Thoughtful hospitality touches and operational details that elevate your dining experience

  • On-Site Valet Parking

    Guests can arrive directly without street parking friction thanks to dedicated on-site valet service that takes the hassle out of finding a spot in the area.

  • Personal Tableside Menu Guidance from the Chef

    The chef personally visits tables to talk through the menu, offer tailored dish recommendations, and guide selections like cut pairings and house red wine jus.

  • Wood-Fire Oven Hearth Preparation

    Seafood and premium cuts of meat are prepared directly over burning embers in an in-house wood-fire oven for distinct flavor and texture.

  • Personalized Birthday Dessert Presentation

    Guests dining for milestone occasions receive thoughtful celebration touches, such as custom birthday greetings piped directly on dessert presentation plates.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is parking available at the venue?

Yes, valet parking is available on-site, alongside free street parking options to ease arrival in the area.

What are the standout dishes to order?

Steak is a primary focus, featuring cuts like the 800g ribeye to share, eye fillet, and tomahawk, accompanied by starters like crumbed feta olives and handmade pasta.

Does the venue offer a cocktail menu?

Yes, the venue features a full bar offering an extensive cocktail selection, including signature creations like the Fairy Floss Martini alongside classics like an Old Fashioned.

Are desserts recommended?

Yes, desserts are a highlighted part of the dining experience, with options such as house crème brûlée, warm chocolate fondant, and basque cheesecake.

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