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Pistou

601 King St, Newtown NSW 2042, Australia

Recommended by 26 people

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601 King St, Newtown NSW 2042, Australia

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+61 404 463 221
HoursMonday: Closed Tuesday: Closed Wednesday: 4:00 – 10:00 PM Thursday: 4:00 – 10:00 PM Friday: 4:00 – 10:00 PM Saturday: 3:00 – 10:00 PM Sunday: Closed

*Opening hours may differ during holidays.

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About Pistou

Tucked toward the quiet St Peters end of King Street, Pistou delivers unhurried French bistro comfort built around generous cheese cuts and pairing-sharp staff. Regulars bypass the standard nightlife hustle for hearty slices carved straight from the dedicated cheese fridge, tender duck confit, and crusty bread to swipe up every drop of mussel broth. Midweek visits center on the Tuesday night ritual—a steaming bowl of mussels matched with a glass of wine for $30—or shared carafes alongside plates of steak tartare.

  • Tuesday mussel ritual: Tuesday nights feature a steaming bowl of mussels served with crusty bread and a glass of wine for $30.
  • Hearty cheese portions: Hearty, generous wedges carved straight from a dedicated visible fridge rather than skimpy cheese board slivers.
  • Quiet King Street setting: Set toward the southern St Peters stretch of King Street, offering an unhurried bistro escape from central strip crowds.
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What's On at Pistou

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

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Why Choose Pistou

Discover what makes dining at Pistou a standout French bistro experience in Newtown

  • Artisanal Cheese and Grazing Experience

    Pistou showcases generous cuts from a dedicated cheese fridge alongside authentic charcuterie boards and thoughtful wine pairings.

    Not like the tiny little slithers you usually get, this was good hearty chunks with lovely bread.

    Jo Skinner

  • Warm Bistro Atmosphere and Wine Guidance

    Knowledgeable staff guide guests through tailored wine selections in an unhurried, welcoming setting.

    Went for a quick dinner and stayed over 2 hours! Moha was amazing and gave us super friendly service and great wine recommendations.

    Rachel Bird

  • Midweek Mussels and Wine Special

    Every Tuesday evening features a popular $30 pairing of a hearty bowl of mussels with a glass of wine.

    Went to Pistou for the Tuesday Night Mussel Special which is fantastic value.

    Rosa Fenhalls

  • Accessible Pricing and Generous Portions

    Generous portion sizes across entrees and set dining options deliver exceptional quality at accessible prices.

    Bill came to around $45 a person, which was very reasonable. Not too far from St Peter's train station if you're coming by public transport.

    Mick C

  • Effortless Group Dining with Feed Me Banquets

    Parties and gatherings thrive with curated 'feed me' sharing banquet menus and personal engagement from the chef.

    We had the feed me set menu and it was so bloody delish. Cocktails were perfection and champagne happy hour…… I could live here actually.

    Alexandra Woolfe

  • Convivial Atmosphere for Celebrations

    The open kitchen layout and hospitable team create an uplifting, lively dynamic for birthdays and get-togethers.

    The manager recommended the ‘feed me’ banquet for the table and each dish was excellent.

    Meg C

Signature French bistro highlights and midweek specials beloved by locals

  • Tuesday Mussels and Wine Special

    Went to Pistou for the Tuesday Night Mussel Special which is fantastic value. Mussels and the wine were amazing and the experience was amazing.

    Rosa Fenhalls

  • French Cheese and Charcuterie Platter

    Not only was there a great selection and it was truly amazing, but the serving was generous and plentiful. Not like the tiny little slithers you usually get, this was good hearty chunks with lovely bread.

    Jo Skinner

  • Steak Tartare

    The stand out dish for me was the steak tartare. The freshest and most premium beef with a beautiful selection of accompaniments including truffle that just set this dish apart!

    Wes

  • Feed Me Set Menu

    We had the feed me set menu and it was so bloody delish.

    Alexandra Woolfe

Beyond the menu

Memorable personal hospitality and above-expectation touches experienced at Pistou.

  • Complimentary Celebration Champagne

    Guests arriving for birthday celebrations are welcomed with a complimentary glass of champagne for the table, complementing an intimate dining setting.

  • Open Kitchen Chef Engagement

    The open kitchen setup allows diners to converse directly with the chef, who happily explains dish preparations and joins in convivial table banter.

  • Thoughtful Dietary Adaptations

    When guests express hesitation around rich cheese courses, the kitchen and waitstaff proactively adapt banquet selections to ensure everyone feels comfortably looked after.

  • Custom Leftover Take-Home Service

    When a diner raved about the sauce served with the mussels, staff gladly packaged the leftover sauce to take home for bread dipping.

Before you head over

Practical dining advice on timing, transit, and ordering at Pistou

  • Target Tuesday for the Mussels Deal

    Book on a Tuesday evening to take advantage of the popular $30 special pairing a bowl of mussels, bread, and wine.

  • Arrive via St Peters or Park Nearby

    Take advantage of the location at the southern end of King Street near St Peters train station, which offers easier street parking than central Newtown.

  • Consult Staff on Cheese and Pairings

    Check out the dedicated cheese fridge and ask the knowledgeable staff for recommendations on hearty portions, wine pairings, and dietary adjustments.

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