Restaurant
Respite Bar
1026A Forest Rd, Lugarno NSW 2210, Australia
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1026A Forest Rd, Lugarno NSW 2210, Australia
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Respite Bar brings sharp cocktails and eclectic sharing plates to an intimate Lugarno nook. Tucked away along Forest Road, this compact neighbourhood joint runs on energetic hospitality and sleek interiors—ideal for a date night or catching up over drinks. The kitchen serves beyond standard bar bites: start with warm focaccia, burrata, and salumi before moving to Angus sirloin, XO ravioli, or a platter of bao buns. Behind the bar, the crew shakes up tailored drinks alongside thoughtful touches like non-alcoholic decaf affogatos.
- Intimate Lugarno Nook: A tight, stylish space on Forest Road built for date nights and drinks with friends.
- Sharp Cocktails: Crafted drinks and warm hospitality backed by custom touches like non-alcoholic affogatos.
- Eclectic Grazing: A varied menu spanning burrata, bao buns, Angus sirloin, and XO ravioli.
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Why Guests Choose Respite Bar
Discover why Lugarno locals choose Respite Bar for crafted cocktails, vibrant ambience, and boutique dining.
Vibrant Atmosphere and Complete Experience
Guests experience exceptional evening energy driven by high-quality cocktails, stylish interior decor, and delicious dining.
The interior, the service, the drinks, the food & the vibe were outstanding.
Cobi Bedford Expertly Crafted Signature Drinks
Skilled bartenders craft flavourful, inventive cocktails served alongside delicious dishes for a memorable night out.
Cocktails were made really nice and food delicious.
Nicole Valle Ideal for Social Catch-Ups and Dates
Respite Bar serves as an inviting gathering place suited for social catch-ups with friends or relaxed date nights.
A great place to grab drinks with friends or could make a great date spot.
Anthea C Welcoming Local Hospitality
A hospitable and energetic team delivers attentive, warm service that reinforces an inviting neighbourhood bar feel.
My local bar operated by a fantastic young team. The servers are always friendly.
Lynne Lee Eclectic Grazing and Sharing Plates
The kitchen delivers a diverse grazing menu featuring savoury bites from bao bun platters and salumi to sirloin and ravioli.
We also had the bao bun platter which was very nice.
Drew Sonter
Most popular items
Guest-favourite dishes and bites from our kitchen
Sliders
The sliders were tasty
Anthea C Truffle fries
the truffle fries are great too!
Anthea C Bao bun platter
We also had the bao bun platter which was very nice.
Drew Sonter XO Ravioli
The XO Ravioli was great too!
Drew Sonter
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