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Schembrae's at Kurrajong

77 Old Bells Line of Rd, Kurrajong NSW 2758, Australia

Recommended by 46 people

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Find Schembrae's at Kurrajong

77 Old Bells Line of Rd, Kurrajong NSW 2758, Australia

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+61 403 181 049
HoursMonday: 11:30 AM – 9:00 PM Tuesday: 11:30 AM – 9:00 PM Wednesday: 11:30 AM – 9:00 PM Thursday: Closed Friday: 11:30 AM – 10:00 PM Saturday: 11:30 AM – 10:00 PM Sunday: 11:30 AM – 4:00 PM

*Opening hours may differ during holidays.

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About Schembrae's at Kurrajong

Perched high in Kurrajong, this hilltop kitchen pairs expansive valley views with shared Mediterranean plates and genuine Maltese warmth. Long tables fill quickly for tapas feasts of slow-braised beef cheeks, garlic bread, and comforting octopus stew. Diners managing severe allergies or coeliac disease eat with total ease—the kitchen operates dedicated fryers and separate cooking zones, keeping over eighty percent of the savoury dishes and nearly every dessert strictly gluten-free. Order a round of vegan pastizzi alongside crisp local drinks, then finish with a rich affogato as daylight softens across the Hawkesbury plain.

  • Coeliac-safe kitchen: Operates dedicated fryers and separate preparation areas, with over 80% of the savoury menu and seven of eight desserts made strictly gluten-free.
  • Maltese specialties: Regional recipes celebrate traditional island heritage with octopus stew, house-made vegan pastizzi, and mussels with Maltese sausage.
  • Valley and mountain views: Hilltop setting provides wide vistas across the Hawkesbury valley extending towards the Blue Mountains.
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Why Dine at Schembrae's at Kurrajong

From certified coeliac dining and rich Maltese heritage to panoramic Hawkesbury vistas.

  • Certified Coeliac Kitchen Standards

    Dedicated operations with separate fryers and separated preparation surfaces ensure that over 80% of the tapas menu and nearly all desserts are completely coeliac-safe.

    80% or more of the menu is really gluten free, not marked GF but then cooked in shared fryers. No this is a rare find where they have a small separate fryer for the non GF food and ⅞ desserts are GF

    Sandra Homer

  • Seamless Allergy Accommodation

    Flexible kitchen coordination accommodates severe allergies, plant-based diets, and complex group preferences with comprehensive scratch-made variety.

    Dinner for 35 people on a Tuesday night with multiple allergies, she worked with us to design a menu to include everything and everyone.

    Nancy Jones

  • Total Peace of Mind for Dietary Needs

    Coeliac diners experience anxiety-free dining knowing the owner shares their condition and strictly enforces cross-contamination controls.

    I am a coeliac so am always a bit anxious about eating out (as many places I've been to, don't quite understand what gluten free means/how not to cross contaminate). Not so here. The owner is a coeliac herself so completely understood what is required to create beautiful gluten free food.

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  • Nostalgic Heritage Connection

    Authentic recipes like octopus stew and pastizzi evoke nostalgic cultural memories that transport guests back to Maltese culinary traditions.

    Eating at Schembrae's was quite nostalgic. Growing up in a Maltese household, the food at Schembraes was authentic and fresh. I particularly loved the octopus stew.

    Bridget Watson

  • Panoramic Valley Dining

    Perched along the ridge, diners enjoy unhurried shared meals against sweeping vistas over the Hawkesbury valley and out toward Sydney.

    Had the most amazing lunch on a Sunday with gorgeous views towards Sydney. Love the tapas style meaning you can share and try a few dishes - with all of them being excellent.

    Go WestGourmet

  • Authentic Maltese Flavours

    A distinct culinary offering highlighted by regional Maltese specialties like savoury pastizzi, Maltese sausage, and traditional Maltese beer.

    We shared the Schembrae’s Platter and several dishes from the tapas menus. Washed it down with the creamy Maltese beer. Great service too. Answered all my questions! Very reasonably priced too. If you want something different, book into Schembrae’s.

    Rob Lamb

Signature tapas and Maltese-inspired shared plates praised by guests

  • Braised Beef Cheeks

    beautiful melt in the mouth beef cheek

    Go WestGourmet

  • Mussels with Maltese Sausage

    mussels with Maltese sausage

    Guy Tebbutt

  • Chilli Prawns

    I would recommend the chilli prawn and the mussels

    Blesson Thomas

  • Octopus Stew

    I particularly loved the octopus stew

    Bridget Watson

Other favorites

Desserts, starters, and specialty drinks to complete your meal

  • Blueberry Curd Cheesecake

    blueberry curd cheesecake

    Guy Tebbutt

  • Plum and Pecan Tart

    delicious plum and pecan tart and some gelato — both were amazing

    Sandra Allen

  • Spiced Maple Glazed Nuts

    spiced maple glazed nuts

    Guy Tebbutt

  • Maltese Beer

    creamy Maltese beer

    Rob Lamb

Beyond the menu

Thoughtful details and dedicated hospitality that set dining at Schembrae's apart

  • Coeliac-Led Kitchen Separation

    Operating with dedicated fryers and separate cooking areas where 80% or more of the menu and 7 of 8 desserts are gluten-free, led directly by an owner who is coeliac herself.

  • Tailored Multi-Allergy Event Menus

    Owner Ruth works directly with party organizers to craft tailored multi-course allergy-safe menus for groups as large as 35 people.

  • Authentic Maltese Heritage Specialties

    Offering Maltese heritage specialties rarely found regionally, including house pastizzi, octopus stew, and Maltese sausage mussels paired with imported Maltese beer.

  • Unhurried Service & Extended Hospitality

    Welcoming dining parties to linger without rush across service intervals, accommodating unexpected guest delays without friction.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the menu safe for diners with coeliac disease?

Yes. Over 80% of the tapas menu is gluten-free, and the kitchen maintains separate preparation spaces and dedicated fryers for non-gluten-free items to avoid cross-contamination. Most desserts are also gluten-free.

What style of food does Schembrae's serve?

The menu features Mediterranean tapas designed for sharing, with distinct Maltese heritage touches such as pastizzi, octopus stew, and Maltese sausage, as well as a Maltese beer.

Can I bring my dog?

Yes. Outdoor seating is available where four-legged companions can accompany you for dining.

Can you see scenic views from the restaurant?

Window seats and outdoor tables offer expansive panoramic views across the valley towards Sydney and the Blue Mountains. If a scenic outlook is important for an occasion, requesting a table with a view when booking is recommended.

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