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Sydney Marina Dine In & Take Away

126 Pendle Way, Pendle Hill NSW 2145, Australia

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Find Sydney Marina Dine In & Take Away

126 Pendle Way, Pendle Hill NSW 2145, Australia

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+61 2 8628 0366
HoursMonday: 4:30 AM – 10:00 PM Tuesday: 4:30 AM – 10:00 PM Wednesday: 4:30 AM – 10:00 PM Thursday: 4:30 AM – 10:00 PM Friday: 4:30 AM – 10:00 PM Saturday: 4:30 AM – 10:00 PM Sunday: 4:30 AM – 10:00 PM

*Opening hours may differ during holidays.

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About Sydney Marina Dine In & Take Away

Right by Pendle Hill station, this dual-storefront hub turns out homestyle Sri Lankan, South Indian, and Malaysian plates at pocket-friendly prices. Commuters drop in early for fresh morning staples—think crisp masala dosa paired with made-to-order coconut chutney, soft idli, and Sri Lankan toast Paan paired with ginger tea. Come lunch or dinner, steam tables show off dozens of vegetarian and meat curries, where counter staff gladly guide first-timers through combos of dhal, rich eggplant, and crab curry. Regulars often finish with sweet bonda or a cup of hot pulled filter coffee.

  • Homestyle Hospitality: Staff offer thoughtful curry combinations and check in on diners with genuine warmth.
  • Commuter Breakfasts: Opens early by the station with fresh idli, masala dosa, and traditional Sri Lankan toast Paan.
  • Regional Variety & Value: Expansive spread of halal-certified Sri Lankan, South Indian, and Malaysian curries at everyday prices.
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Why Choose Sydney Marina Dine In & Take Away

Discover why Pendle Hill locals and travelers choose Sydney Marina for hearty, authentic dining and commuter-friendly service.

  • Authentic Regional Thalis and Curries

    Diners can enjoy diverse thali combinations, dosas, and curries prepared with rich South Indian and Sri Lankan recipes at great everyday value.

    3 veg fishes and a non veg dish for $20, great value and best hospitality.

    Luxmanan Selvanesan

  • Generous Value Without Compromise

    Generous helpings and extensive vegetarian and meat selections ensure complete, hearty meals that avoid rising dining costs.

    Nice food with good quality and quantity for the price. Luckily they did not go along with shrinkflation.

    Boopathy Thangamani

  • Early Morning Commuter Breakfast

    Opening early in the morning right next to Pendle Hill station, commuters can pick up fresh Sri Lankan toast Paan and hot morning beverages.

    This is the only place in this area to open so early and to provide fresh food every morning.

    Sujan Selven

  • Twin Storefront Convenience

    Operating two storefronts side by side allows smooth flow for both fast station-side takeaways and seated meals.

    They have two stores located next to each other and they sell the exact same food.

    Reetu Prasad

  • Attentive Counter Guidance

    Helpful staff gladly explain unfamiliar regional curries and help guests assemble combinations tailored to their tastes.

    The lady serving in the shop was happy to answer all my annoying questions and queries about the wide variety of food that I was not familiar with.

    Michelle Reichel

  • Welcoming Household Hospitality

    Guests receive personal dish recommendations and attentive hospitality that feels like dining in a family member's home.

    Mathi Akka was very welcoming and suggested food combinations to try. Checked on us time to time and made us feel home.

    Luxmanan Selvanesan

Customer favorites and signature South Indian and Sri Lankan mains

  • Masala Dosa

    We ordered the masala dosa that came with sambar, potato and two times of chutney.

    Reetu Prasad

  • Toast Paan

    I really like the toast Paan here made fresh every day, and Sydney Marina know for their toast Paan.

    Sujan Selven

  • Murthabak

    The murthabak was made fresh. The portion was big and the price is cheap!

    T J

  • Chicken Biryani Thali

    Amazing Chicken Biryani Thali and best Masala Chai i have tasted for a long long time.

    pralhad shetye

Other favorites

Authentic snacks, sweets, and beverages to complement your meal

  • Masala Chai

    best Masala Chai i have tasted for a long long time

    pralhad shetye

  • Sweet Bonda

    sweet bonda was cherry on the top

    Hari Pandya

  • Sweet Appam

    It’s my first time trying the sweet appam and it tastes very similar to Indonesian serabi.

    T J

  • Uludu Wadai

    Specially Masala Dosa, uludu wadai and low sugar tea.

    Rasith Wijesuriya

Beyond the menu

Thoughtful dining details and hospitable service touches that elevate your visit.

  • Fresh Made-to-Order Chutney

    Fresh coconut chutney is made to order on the spot and served alongside house-made sambar and potato fillings for crisp dosas and idli.

  • Personalized Dish Consultations

    Counter staff patiently guide diners through unfamiliar regional dishes, offering tailored combination suggestions, pairing tips, and customizable spice or gravy levels.

  • Early-Morning Daily Toast Paan

    Opening early in the morning, the kitchen bakes traditional Sri Lankan toast Paan fresh daily, offered alongside hot morning milk teas and curries.

  • Dedicated Halal Certification

    The kitchen maintains verified Halal certification across its extensive Sri Lankan, South Indian, and Malaysian offerings to accommodate dietary care.

Before you head over

Helpful pointers on seating, spice levels, and exploring the menu at Sydney Marina

  • Dine during off-peak hours

    Seating is cozy and can fill up fast during meal times; aim for off-peak hours if you prefer a more relaxed dine-in meal, or grab takeaway instead.

  • Ask staff for meal guidance

    If the wide selection of curries feels unfamiliar, the counter staff are welcoming and happy to explain dishes or suggest tasty combinations.

  • Balance heat with dhal and rice

    Traditional Sri Lankan dishes can be quite fiery and rich; pairing curries with plain white rice or dhal helps mellow the spice and sauce.

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