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Tempus Katoomba

66 Katoomba St, Katoomba NSW 2780, Australia

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66 Katoomba St, Katoomba NSW 2780, Australia

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+61 411 646 582
HoursMonday: 7:00 AM – 2:00 PM, 5:00 – 10:00 PM Tuesday: 7:00 AM – 2:00 PM Wednesday: 7:00 AM – 2:00 PM Thursday: 7:00 AM – 2:00 PM Friday: 7:00 AM – 2:00 PM, 5:00 – 10:00 PM Saturday: 12:00 – 10:00 PM Sunday: 12:00 – 10:00 PM

*Opening hours may differ during holidays.

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About Tempus Katoomba

Tempus delivers Australian botanical-accented shared plates and daytime cafe staples right on Katoomba's main strip. Diners head here for a smart post-hike recharge or an unhurried dinner opposite The Carrington Hotel. Morning visits revolve around smooth coffee alongside house hash browns topped with salmon and horseradish cream, or toasted Reubens packed with tangy sauerkraut. Come nightfall, the kitchen pivots to a communal tasting format—think crisp duck breast matched with braised leeks, rich manti dumplings, and kingfish layered over thin potato rosti. Waitstaff easily tailor the evening menu for dietary restrictions dish by dish, pairing plates with house cocktails or regional drops.

  • Communal tasting plates: Evenings feature communal tapas and multi-course chef tastings highlighting native botanical accents and rich duck manti.
  • Morning cafe fare: Daytime service centers on specialty coffee, crisp house hash browns with salmon, and grilled artisan Reubens.
  • Tailored allergen care: Staff actively guide guests through dietary needs with custom-annotated menus explaining safe ingredients dish by dish.
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Why Diners Choose Tempus Katoomba

Six compelling reasons diners choose Tempus Katoomba for daytime sustenance and evening dining.

  • Sensory Australian Botanical Dining

    Tempus crafts dishes with local produce highlighting native ingredients, presenting each course with natural flair.

    There was a real natural, earthy and Australian botanical flair which I loved.

    Tyson Dinnie

  • Communal Shared-Plate Exploration

    A communal tapas and tasting structure allows diners to sample widely across imaginative savoury plates.

    The shared plate approach really works well to enable each person to savour a range of deliciousness

    John Stone

  • Reassuring Allergen Guidance

    Waitstaff take extreme care with dietary requirements, bringing out tailored menus and walking through ingredients dish by dish.

    Tempus, on the other hand, brought out a menu that was marked up with what is and isn't safe and they explained each dish and it's ingredients patiently and kindly and offered suggestions.

    Nikoletta Friedberg

  • Warm, Attentive Hospitality

    Attentive and thoughtful service puts guests at ease, even when travel delays or special celebrations alter plans.

    Our waiter put in a candle for the desert in our takeaway bag for me to put on the desert when we got home (as it was my partner’s birthday dinner), I just thought that was so thoughtful and very kind.

    Celie Clucas

  • Daytime Mountain Sustenance

    High-quality morning cafe fare and expertly prepared coffee provide the ideal fuel prior to exploring the Blue Mountains.

    Perfect sustenance before heading out to daytime activities.

    Mel K

  • Artisan Morning Cafe Fare

    A thoughtfully executed daytime menu featuring house-made signatures like the salmon hash brown delivers a punchy breakfast start.

    That salmon and horseradish cream combo is exactly the punchy, satisfying start my morning deserves.

    Neo

Signature daytime and evening favorites

  • Duck breast

    The best Duck I have ever eaten

    Shayne Nash

  • Duck manti

    Highlights from menu were the duck manti

    Holly Corpe

  • Tempus Hash brown

    The standout? Tempus Hash brown. That salmon and horseradish cream combo is exactly the punchy, satisfying start my morning deserves.

    Neo

  • Reuben sandwich

    I ordered the Reuben sandwich, and it was excellent — generous layers of tender beef, tangy sauerkraut, and just the right amount of melted Swiss cheese on perfectly grilled sourdough.

    Angeline Reyes

Other favorites

Sides, crafted drinks, and sweet finishes

  • Sourdough with butter

    The butter that came with the sourdough was so unique and delicious

    Nikoletta Friedberg

  • Baked potatoes

    baked potatoes, crispy on the outside and unctuous in the middle.

    Julie Forster

  • Non-alcoholic watermelon and basil cocktail

    For a drink I would recommend the non-alcoholic watermelon and basil cocktail for a refreshing and slightly zingy pallete cleanser.

    Backroom Atelier

  • Hazelnut chocolate slice

    hazelnut chocolate slice which was heavenly.

    Nikoletta Friedberg

Beyond the menu

Thoughtful hospitality touches that elevate dining in Katoomba

  • Personalized Allergen Guidance

    Waitstaff provide customized menus marked up with what is safe to eat and explain dish ingredients with patience and empathy.

  • Thoughtful Celebration Touches

    Staff provide thoughtful celebratory touches, such as packing a candle with takeaway dessert for hotel celebrations when guests are too full to finish in-house.

  • Attentive Delay & Travel Care

    Staff accommodate severe traffic delays and travel disruptions with warmth, keeping bookings open and serving multiple courses promptly.

  • Curated Menu & Pairing Advice

    Servers provide knowledgeable dish provenance details and tailored pairing guidance to build a balanced communal meal.

Before you head over

Essential tips on reservations, dietary accommodations, and ordering format

  • Book Ahead for Dinner

    Evening shared dining and weekend dinners fill quickly, so reserve your table ahead rather than walking in.

  • Request Allergen Guidance

    Inform staff of severe allergies or intolerances; waitstaff will bring an individually marked menu and explain safe options dish by dish.

  • Plan on Shared Dining

    The menu features communal shared plates and a multi-course chef's tasting option, so bring a dining partner or group to experience multiple dishes.

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