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The Bowls Potts Point

Shop 1-2/23-31 Darlinghurst Road, Llankelly Pl, Potts Point NSW 2011, Australia

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Shop 1-2/23-31 Darlinghurst Road, Llankelly Pl, Potts Point NSW 2011, Australia

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+61 2 8057 1642
HoursMonday: 5:00 – 9:30 PM Tuesday: 5:00 – 9:30 PM Wednesday: 11:30 AM – 3:00 PM, 5:00 – 9:30 PM Thursday: 11:30 AM – 3:00 PM, 5:00 – 9:30 PM Friday: 11:30 AM – 3:00 PM, 5:00 – 9:30 PM Saturday: 11:30 AM – 3:00 PM, 5:00 – 9:30 PM Sunday: 5:00 – 9:30 PM

*Opening hours may differ during holidays.

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About The Bowls Potts Point

Tucked into Llankelly Place, this low-key Potts Point counter turns out punchy, comforting Asian rice bowls with zero fuss. The kitchen bypasses oversalted shortcuts for clean, home-style balance across a menu that moves easily from slow-braised wagyu beef rendang to crisp chicken katsudon. Regulars target the gyutan don—tender ox tongue dusted with togarashi where savoury pan juices soak straight into the rice. Backed by quiet jazz, fast table turns, and crunchy sides like prawn and pork rolls, it delivers dependable comfort before a show at the Hayes.

  • Signature Gyutan Don: Tender ox tongue dusted with togarashi over warm rice, cited by diners as a standout across town.
  • Laneway Comfort: Tucked along Llankelly Place just off Darlinghurst Road with easygoing jazz and swift counter service.
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Why Dine at The Bowls Potts Point

Hearty Asian rice bowls, signature ox tongue, and cozy laneway dining in Potts Point.

  • Fresh, Balanced Home-Style Bowls

    Guests enjoy generous portions of fresh, wholesome rice bowls balanced with careful seasoning that avoids being overly salty or heavy.

    Most restaurants oversalt/overseason, but this tastes like a healthy, delicious home-cooked meal.

    Kevin Liang

  • Fast Service for Tight Schedules

    Dinners and lunches are served rapidly, allowing diners to enjoy hot, satisfying meals even on tight pre-show schedules.

    guaranteed to have is fed and on our way in half an hour.

    Gordon Halnan

  • Nurturing Comfort Food

    Diners experience genuine comfort and warmth from flavorful, homey cooking prepared by attentive, passionate staff.

    The food like a warm blanket that cover you tightly when you sleep on a cold night.

    kelvin iwan

  • Consistently Satisfying Experience

    Long-time patrons and newcomers alike find deep culinary relief in dishes that consistently deliver authentic taste and generous value.

    The gyutan don was delicious, flavourful and so comforting as always.

    viony vivianti

  • Signature Gyutan Don Specialty

    The kitchen specializes in expertly prepared wagyu ox tongue bowls seasoned with togarashi spice and rich savory sauces.

    The flavour/sauce seeps into the rice, and the togarashi spice elevates the dish.

    James Kusnadi

  • Relaxed Laneway Jazz Atmosphere

    Tucked off Darlinghurst Road in Llankelly Place, the venue pairs tender rice bowls with background jazz and a peaceful laneway vibe.

    I enjoyed reading my book and eating my meal while light jazz played in the background.

    Aaron Musgrave

Customer favorites featuring tender wagyu ox tongue, Indonesian curries, and Japanese rice bowls

  • Gyutan Don

    The gyutan don was delicious, flavourful and so comforting as always.

    viony vivianti

  • Beef Rendang Bowl

    This beef rendang was the best Indonesian curry I have put into my mouth.

    Arul Jastin

  • Black Pepper Beef Bowl

    Had the black pepper beef bowl and miso salmon bowl. Both were incredible! Super flavorful without being too salty.

    Edwin Kim

  • Chicken Katsudon

    I ordered a chicken katsudon. The chicken was hot and had a satisfying crunchy breadcrumb coating while maintaining a moist interior.

    Aaron Musgrave

Before you head over

Practical tips on timing, transport, and dining at Llankelly Place

  • Pre-Theatre Timing

    Notify the staff if you are attending a show at Hayes Theatre; the kitchen can comfortably prepare and serve meals within a 30-to-45-minute window.

  • Laneway Setting

    Located right in Llankelly Place just off the main Darlinghurst Road strip, the venue offers a peaceful, low-noise environment with chill background jazz suited for solo dining.

  • Transit Access

    First-time visitors heading to Llankelly Place can easily walk directly from Kings Cross station to reach the restaurant quickly.

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