Restaurant
Hunter & Barrel Parramatta
Shop 2/180 George St, Parramatta NSW 2150, Australia
Find Hunter & Barrel Parramatta
Shop 2/180 George St, Parramatta NSW 2150, Australia
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Book NowAbout Hunter & Barrel Parramatta
Tucked by the Parramatta Ferry Wharf, this riverfront steakhouse delivers generous coal-roasted cuts without the trip into the Sydney CBD. Diners celebrate birthdays and milestones over shared Hunter’s Feasts loaded with skewers, sausages, and slow-cooked pork ribs coated in smoky barbecue sauce. Tables fill with crisp truffle fries, lamb skillet pot pies with flaky pastry crusts, and draft beers out on the heated riverside patio.
- Hunter’s Feast Boards: Sharing boards stacked with skewers, pork ribs, rump steak, and sausages for group gatherings.
- Riverside Dining: Waterfront tables near the ferry wharf with heated outdoor seating options away from the main road.
- Milestone Celebrations: Attentive hospitality for birthdays and anniversaries, with on-the-house touches and custom dessert boards.
What's On at Hunter & Barrel Parramatta
Upcoming events, special menus and other reasons to plan a visit.
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Key Dining Advantages
Why diners choose Hunter & Barrel Parramatta for celebratory feasts and relaxed waterfront dining.
Attentive Milestone Celebrations
Guests celebrating major milestones enjoy personalized attention and memorable hospitality that make the occasion feel truly special.
The staff even sang for my birthday — made the night extra special!
Kaye Mendoza Seamless Anniversary Surprises
Diners planning anniversaries receive dedicated service from booking to execution, ensuring celebratory surprises go off without a hitch.
Ashish gave us an excellent service too from the booking and surprising our friend celebrating their 25th wedding anniversary!
Dino Elizaga Communal Multi-Meat Feasts
Groups can share signature platters combining flame-grilled skewers, succulent ribs, steaks, and sides in a single spread.
We got the Hunters Feast and a side of truffle fries and Burnt beef mac n cheese.
Makayla Clune Generous Flame-Grilled Variety
Flame-grilled chicken skewers and expertly prepared cuts provide a hearty, satisfying variety cooked to order for meat lovers.
We all had The skewers and they were the best skewers i have had in my life.
Kentavious Toth Tucked-Away Riverside Setting
Positioned facing the Parramatta River away from busy street traffic, diners enjoy a calm, scenic atmosphere for special gatherings.
Hidden away from the main road, facing the river, ambiance of the place is lovely.
Andrew Bishay Heated Outdoor Riverside Dining
Guests seeking a comfortable open-air experience can dine outside along the water with dedicated outdoor heating provided.
Thankfully, staff were accommodating enough to help us find seating outside, with heating provided.
Jane D
Most popular items
Signature feast boards and specialty cuts
Lamb Skillet Pot Pie
The Lamb skillet pot pie was very satisfying. The stewed meat still retained all its flavour.
Beck Beef Ribs
this time I had a go at a rack of beef ribs, it did not disappoint!
Ben Leonard Hunters Feast
We got the Hunters Feast and a side of truffle fries and Burnt beef mac n cheese.
Makayla Clune Wagyu Ribeye
The wagyu ribeye and on the bone were done to perfection.
Audster Yuen
Other favorites
Complementary starters, sides, and signature drinks
Calamari
Calamari was nice too
George Truffle Fries
We got the Hunters Feast and a side of truffle fries and Burnt beef mac n cheese.
Makayla Clune Burnt Beef Mac n Cheese
Burnt beef mac n cheese
Makayla Clune Love Thy Lychee Mocktail
I enjoyed the rest of what I ordered, as well as my Love Thy Lychee Mocktail.
Jane D
Beyond the menu
Attentive gestures and celebratory hospitality that elevate milestone gatherings
Birthday Dessert Boards & Team Serenade
When celebrating birthdays, the venue team surprises tables with complimentary celebratory dessert boards and joins together to sing, making celebratory dinners unforgettable.
Complimentary Hospitality Gestures
Managers proactively offer complimentary dishes like tacos on the house to ensure diner comfort and satisfaction if service takes longer than expected.
Dedicated Anniversary Surprise Coordination
Staff coordinates celebratory surprises in advance from the initial booking, such as orchestrating special moments for a 25th wedding anniversary.
Attentive Table Relocation with Outdoor Heating
When indoor dining acoustics or ambiance feel unpleasant, team members seamlessly accommodate requests to relocate guests to heated riverside outdoor tables.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do you find the restaurant along the river?
The venue can be tricky to navigate to using GPS maps, but it is located along the Parramatta River right near the Parramatta Ferry Wharf and adjacent to the Meriton hotel.
Is outdoor heated seating available?
Yes. Hunter & Barrel provides outdoor seating equipped with heaters, making it a comfortable alternative if the indoor dining room is lively or loud.
Should you make a reservation in advance?
Yes. Booking ahead is strongly recommended to secure a table, especially on busy nights and for celebratory dinners, though the restaurant accepts reservations.
What is included in the meat feast and popular dishes?
The Hunter's Feast is a popular multi-meat sharing platter featuring skewers (such as tender chicken), a rack of pork or beef ribs, steaks, sausages, and crispy chips. Guests also highlight skillet pot pies and sides like truffle fries.
Where can you park when visiting?
Parking can be difficult directly outside the venue. Paid parking lots, garages, and street parking are situated nearby, with some guests finding spots across the bridge.
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