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St Blaise

496 Bunnerong Rd Shop 2 in the arcade between, and Baird Ln. free parking available at the back, Shop 2/496 Bunnerong Rd, Matraville NSW 2036, Australia

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496 Bunnerong Rd Shop 2 in the arcade between, and Baird Ln. free parking available at the back, Shop 2/496 Bunnerong Rd, Matraville NSW 2036, Australia

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61 477 561 074
HoursMonday: Closed Tuesday: 5:00 – 10:00 PM Wednesday: 5:00 – 10:00 PM Thursday: 5:00 – 10:00 PM Friday: 5:00 – 10:00 PM Saturday: 5:00 – 10:00 PM Sunday: Closed

*Opening hours may differ during holidays.

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About St Blaise

Tucked in a Matraville arcade, St Blaise delivers authentic Adriatic cooking with the unhurried warmth of an intimate dinner party. Skip the trek into the city—regular patrons treat this dining room as their personal escape to coastal Europe. Chef-owner Vedran works the floor between tables, sending out warm focaccia to swipe through salt cod pâté, slow-cooked lamb ragu, and cuttlefish ink risotto. Don't expect an express meal; courses arrive at a deliberate pace meant for lingering over wine, finished with dense chocolate carob cake and a neat pour of Teranino.

  • Unhurried Slow Dining: Dishes are cooked to order with deliberate pacing, explicitly encouraging diners to linger over courses rather than turn tables quickly.
  • Adriatic Coastal Focus: Authentic regional specialties spotlight cuttlefish ink risotto, bakalar-style cod pâté, and carob cake paired with Teranino liquor.
  • Warm Owner Hospitality: Host Vedran and the team treat guests like family across candlelit tables, popular for birthdays and quiet milestone meals.
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Why Diners Choose St Blaise

Discover how St Blaise pairs authentic Dalmatian cooking and slow-dining hospitality with suburban charm.

  • CBD-Calibre Dining in Suburbia

    Guests experience inner-city dining standards and evocative coastal flavors right in Matraville without travelling to the CBD.

    The food is just as good, if not better, than high class restaurants you’ll find in the city.

    kara Thistleton

  • European Wine Bar Transport

    The relaxed dining room and warm hospitality evoke the nostalgic charm of an unpretentious European holiday escape.

    Felt like we had escaped to a European wine bar on holiday for a few hours.

    Kirsty Margo

  • Treasured Milestone Celebrations

    The intimate, candlelit setting and attentive personal hospitality create lasting memories for milestone family gatherings.

    having my birthday dinner here is an experience I’ll treasure.

    Svety

  • Homelike Welcoming Hospitality

    Personal attention from the host and chef fosters a welcoming atmosphere where guests feel cared for as personal guests.

    The staff make you feel like you’re dining in a family home rather than a restaurant

    Markus K

  • Deliberate Unhurried Pacing

    Courses are prepared to order with a conscious slow-dining philosophy that encourages guests to linger without rushing.

    Good food takes time, so if you're in a rush, it is best to eat somewhere else

    David Chy

  • Authentic Dalmatian Coastal Classics

    Regional Croatian specialties including cuttlefish ink risotto, cod pâté, and carob cake offer rare culinary authenticity.

    I ate the salted cod and focaccia as my entree, the cuttlefish ink risotto as my main, and the carob and chocolate cake as a dessert.

    Vito Doria

Signature Adriatic seafood and slow-cooked regional staples

  • Slow Cooked Lamb Ragu

    cracking signature dishes including white anchovies, salt cod and an awesome slow cooked lamb ragu pasta

    Greg Haynes

  • Cuttlefish Ink Risotto

    the cuttlefish ink risotto as my main

    Vito Doria

  • Seafood Stew

    The seafood stew has a smokiness to it that elevates the dish to the next level.

    Daniel Sirone

  • Cod Pâté

    We started with delicious cod pâté, ragu chicken, slow cooked lamb neck and finished with a rich chocolate ganache tart.

    Rowyn Rangsiya (Summer)

Other favorites

Desserts, accompaniments, and digestifs to round out your meal

  • Carob and Chocolate Cake

    the carob and chocolate cake as a dessert. Excellent for seafood and that cake was decadent.

    Vito Doria

  • House-Made Bread

    The house-made bread was impossible to stop eating, and every course reflected the passion and craftsmanship of the chef.

    Markus K

  • Teranino Liquor

    Have it with a glass of teranino liquor.

    Vito Doria

  • Tiramisu

    Tiramisu is subtle, creamy and luckily small otherwise your waste-line would curse you

    Daniel Sirone

Beyond the menu

Thoughtful, distinctive hospitality touches that elevate dining at St Blaise

  • Generous House-Baked Bread Hospitality

    Fresh, warm house bread is served and replenished generously throughout the meal, matching European dining customs without extra charge.

  • Personal Owner-Chef Tableside Visits

    Chef Vedran takes the time to come out from the kitchen to chat directly with guests, checking in and creating genuine connections across the room.

  • Mirror-Inscribed Daily Specials

    Daily and seasonal specialties are hand-written on the dining room mirror, creating an intimate European bistro touch.

  • Traditional Teranino Liquor Pairings

    Guests can conclude authentic Dalmatian meals by pairing dessert with regional Croatian Teranino liquor.

Before you head over

Practical dining tips for planning your visit to St Blaise in Matraville.

  • Allow Ample Time for an Unhurried Meal

    The kitchen paces dishes intentionally rather than turning tables quickly. Diners should expect a relaxed, unhurried meal and avoid visiting if on a tight schedule or seeking an express meal.

  • Book Ahead to Secure an Indoor Table

    With an intimate dining room where every table regularly fills up, making an advance reservation is strongly advised, though overflow seating at the bar and arcade tables accommodates extra guests.

  • Park Free Behind the Arcade

    Drivers can take advantage of free, plentiful parking located conveniently at the back of the building off Baird Lane.

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