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Jensens Restaurant

Shop 1/13 Freya St, Kareela NSW 2232, Australia

Recommended by 71 people

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Shop 1/13 Freya St, Kareela NSW 2232, Australia

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+61 2 9528 8433
HoursMonday: Closed Tuesday: Closed Wednesday: 5:30 – 10:00 PM Thursday: 12:00 – 3:00 PM, 5:30 – 10:00 PM Friday: 12:00 – 3:00 PM, 5:00 – 10:00 PM Saturday: 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM, 5:00 – 10:00 PM Sunday: 11:00 AM – 7:00 PM

*Opening hours may differ during holidays.

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About Jensens Restaurant

Jensens brings polished, occasion-worthy dining to Kareela with generous multi-course cooking and floor service that never misses a beat. Sutherland Shire diners gravitate here for big milestone catch-ups and relaxed mid-week dinners where nobody leaves hungry. Tables fill fast with orders of stuffed mozzarella flatbread, barbecue split prawns, and crisp-skinned barramundi, backed by a separate plant-based lineup that treats vegan courses with the same serious technique. The room balances energy and ease, right through to warm berry soufflés and banana pudding.

  • Sneaky Mid Week Menu: Off-peak evenings feature a generous multi-course set menu priced at $59, keeping top-tier dining accessible through the week.
  • Dedicated Vegan Menu: A dedicated plant-based roster serves thoughtfully executed options like crispy samosas, pumpkin arancini, and fried gnocchi.
  • Private Dining & BYO: Private dining rooms accommodate banquet set menus for larger milestone gatherings and celebrations with BYO wine welcomed.
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What's On at Jensens Restaurant

Upcoming events, special menus and other reasons to plan a visit.

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Why Dine at Jensens Restaurant

Why locals choose Jensens for celebrations, group events, and mid-week dinners

  • Accessible Mid-Week Set Menus

    Mid-week dining features a multi-course menu offering substantial portions and chef-crafted entrees and mains at an approachable set rate.

    The portion sizes were large, which wasn't expected at the very good price of $59.

    Sharon Foster

  • Priced for Regular Dining

    Guests seeking upscale dining can access special weekly pricing that makes multi-course restaurant meals affordable on regular weeknights.

    The food was absolutely incredible and so nice to be able to afford it with the weekly special they do otherwise we wouldn’t have been able to afford such a great place.

    Kate Zahra

  • Dedicated Standalone Vegan Menus

    Dedicated vegan offerings provide complete, skillfully crafted entrees, mains, and desserts that delight both plant-based diners and omnivores.

    Standout dishes were the vegan menu fried gnocchi with curry sauce(we are not vegans)and the banana pudding.

    Bruce Lawson

  • Accommodating Dietary Requirements

    Strict dietary needs and intolerances are carefully accommodated by the kitchen and waitstaff without sacrificing culinary standards.

    I have an alium food intolerance and the chef and wait staff were kind and accommodating.

    Natalie Ettingshausen

  • Stress-Free Milestone Celebrations

    Milestone birthdays and family events are managed seamlessly with attentive floor coordination so hosts can fully relax.

    Nothing was too much trouble and it was a stress free occasion.

    Marie

  • Private Dining with BYO Wine

    Large parties and group gatherings can reserve dedicated private dining spaces combined with flexible BYO wine options and curated set menus.

    The restaurant has private dining rooms and drinking areas to sit in. They are BYO as well.

    Casandra TP

Customer favorites and signature dishes crafted for milestone dining

  • Crispy Skin Barramundi

    The barramundi was cooked perfectly with crispy skin.

    Brad Cole

  • BBQ Split Prawns

    The highlights for me were definitely the entrees with my favourite being the BBQ split prawns

    msmaggiely | Food & Travel

  • Beef Tartare

    The beef tartare was definitely a highlight

    Jonathan Chan

  • Vegan Fried Gnocchi with Curry Sauce

    Standout dishes were the vegan menu fried gnocchi with curry sauce(we are not vegans)

    Bruce Lawson

Other favorites

Indulgent house-made desserts, plant-based sweets, and signature cocktails

  • Berry Soufflé

    and so too was the berry soufflé

    Jonathan Chan

  • Jensen’s Banana Pudding

    Jensen’s Banana Pudding

    msmaggiely | Food & Travel

  • The Scientist Cocktail

    The cocktails are fabulous with the Scientist a standout.

    Casandra TP

  • Dark Choc Brownie

    had a mouthful of the Dark Choc Brownie (another vegan delight)

    Naomi Kirk

Beyond the menu

Thoughtful hospitality details and personal touches that elevate group events and milestones.

  • Anniversary Dessert Surprise

    When dining for an anniversary, the floor team notes the occasion and delivers a thoughtful custom surprise alongside dessert.

  • Intuitive Table Relocation

    Floor managers proactively notice guest reactions to bustling dining room noise and swiftly relocate parties to quiet, secluded corners.

  • Hands-On Celebration Staging

    Hosts actively partner with organizers to coordinate special reveals and decorate tables with celebratory gifts and personal displays.

  • Tailored Intolerance Accommodations

    Kitchen and waitstaff collaborate to adapt dishes and accommodate uncommon dietary restrictions like allium intolerances without compromising culinary standards.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does Jensens cater to vegan and dietary requirements?

Yes, Jensens offers a dedicated vegan menu featuring starters, mains, and desserts such as pumpkin arancini, fried gnocchi with curry sauce, and dark chocolate brownies. The kitchen and waitstaff also accommodate specific food intolerances upon request.

Do I need to book a table in advance?

Yes, reservations are recommended, especially for Friday evenings and weekends when the dining room gets busy. You can book ahead for standard dining or large milestone events.

Are private dining rooms and BYO wine permitted?

Yes, the restaurant features dedicated private dining rooms for groups and special events, and guests are welcome to bring their own wine (BYO).

Does Jensens have any mid-week dining specials?

Jensens offers a value-driven multi-course 'Sneaky Mid Week Menu' with generous portions, alongside weekly dining specials.

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