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White Horse

381 Crown St, Surry Hills NSW 2010, Australia

Recommended by 24 people

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381 Crown St, Surry Hills NSW 2010, Australia

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+61 456 910 417
HoursMonday: Closed Tuesday: 3:00 – 11:00 PM Wednesday: 3:00 – 11:00 PM Thursday: 3:00 – 11:00 PM Friday: 12:00 – 11:30 PM Saturday: 12:00 – 11:30 PM Sunday: 12:00 – 9:00 PM

*Opening hours may differ during holidays.

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About White Horse

A reinvention of Crown Street dining, White Horse delivers playful modern Australian courses in a polished, bi-level Surry Hills venue. Grab an aperitif upstairs on the balcony before sliding into the dining room for the premium share menu. Kitchen regulars point straight to the confit duck leg cigars, tender dry-aged Aylesbury duck, and seafood pie tucked beneath golden pastry. The evening closes on an offbeat note with Adelaide Hills brie ice cream accented by strawberries and toasted macadamia.

  • Inventive Flavor Pairings: Confit duck leg cigars, seafood pie in dashi velouté, and savory Adelaide Hills brie ice cream.
  • Bi-Level Layout: Start with cocktails upstairs on the balcony before settling in for shared mains downstairs.
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Why Choose White Horse

Why diners choose White Horse for milestone celebrations, inventive dining, and seamless evenings.

  • Celebration Dining with Warm, Polished Hospitality

    Guests choosing White Horse for milestone celebrations experience tailored shared feasts paired with genuinely warm, attentive hospitality that makes special occasions feel effortless.

    The decor creates a warm and inviting atmosphere, striking the perfect balance between stylish and comfortable, making it a wonderful place to celebrate a special occasion.

    Michael Sutherland

  • Private Spaces and Tailored Milestone Feasts

    Parties and receptions can reserve private dining rooms and curated tasting menus designed to host milestone gatherings smoothly from start to finish.

    We had our small wedding reception here for 19 people last weekend starting on the upstairs balcony for canapés and drinks followed by dinner in the private blue room upstairs for the premium shared menu. It was the perfect spot for it!

    Tyrone Layne

  • Signature Brie Ice Cream and Savoury Desserts

    The kitchen showcases surprising savory-sweet profiles, highlighted by a celebrated Adelaide Hills brie ice cream that challenges classic dessert expectations.

    highly recommend the brie ice cream, on first bite you enjoy the sweetness of the ice cream and on the palate is a subtle wash of brie, a smooth and savoury cheese.

    erinxeats

  • Playful, Inventive Modern Australian Bites

    Dishes like confit duck leg cigars, pork belly french toast, and spanner crab on chicken skin reframe classic bistro fare into inventive flavor combinations.

    Pork belly french toast (yes, you read that right) is combo we never knew we needed! The tangy pops of finger lime brought it all together in perfect harmony.

    Jojo

  • Seamless Transitions Between Lounge and Dining

    The multi-level venue layout features a dedicated upstairs lounge and balcony, allowing diners to transition smoothly between pre-dinner drinks and seated dining.

    Beautifully elevated, while still keeping that perfect space for a drink to start or end the evening upstairs!

    Maria Zuschmann

  • Effortless Staging from Upstairs Bar to Table

    Guests can begin with craft cocktails at the upstairs bar before receiving seamless notification when their dining table is prepared.

    I enjoyed having a drink upstairs while waiting, and they texted me to let me know as soon as my table was ready, which was a nice touch.

    Maurizio Aimoni

Signature dishes defining the White Horse culinary experience

  • Dry-aged Aylesbury duck

    For mains, the dry-aged Aylesbury duck was magnificent. Perfectly cooked, beautifully presented and one of the best duck dishes we’ve had in a long time.

    Chau Nguyen

  • Seafood pie

    thank God we did because it ended up being one of the best things I’ve eaten in a long time. It was so creamy, packed with flavour and perfect for winter.

    Jessica M Rizk

  • W.A. rock lobster stuffed pappardelle

    The WA rock lobster stuffed pappardelle was another highlight — luxurious, delicate and full of flavour without being heavy.

    Chau Nguyen

  • Confit duck leg cigar

    the thin crisp shell and rich duck filling was fabulous.

    erinxeats

Other favorites

Starters, snacks, and inventive desserts to complete your meal

  • Adelaide Hills brie ice cream

    highly recommend the brie ice cream, on first bite you enjoy the sweetness of the ice cream and on the palate is a subtle wash of brie, a smooth and savoury cheese.

    erinxeats

  • Roasted chicken skin

    The standout snacks were the confit duck leg cigars and the roasted chicken skin with spanner crab — both utterly delicious.

    Chau Nguyen

  • Pink lady apple tarte tatin

    loved the combo and the tatin was equally as delicious.

    erinxeats

  • Stracciatella

    Top top dishes were Stracciatella, confit tomatoes, persimmon, shallot, chardonnay vinaigrette

    Brett Spencer

Beyond the menu

Thoughtful touches and hospitality details that elevate the experience.

  • SMS Seating Notification from Upstairs Lounge

    Guests waiting for dinner can enjoy drinks upstairs, with staff sending a text message as soon as their table is ready.

  • Attentive Course-by-Course Table Resets

    Between courses on the set menu, waitstaff attentively replace and reset plates and cutlery throughout the dining experience.

  • Direct Chef Engagement at the Table

    The chef personally engages with diners, answering questions about the dishes and sharing details about the preparation.

  • Dedicated Balcony-to-Private Room Event Staging

    Parties can begin with drinks and canapés out on the upstairs balcony before moving seamlessly into the private blue room for seated dining.

Frequently Asked Questions

What dishes are most recommended to order?

Standout savoury dishes include the confit duck leg cigars, dry-aged duck, and rich seafood pie topped with crisp pastry, followed by the distinctive Adelaide Hills brie ice cream for dessert.

Can you visit without a reservation?

Yes, the restaurant accommodates walk-ins at the bar where guests can watch bartenders craft cocktails, as well as an upstairs area for pre-dinner drinks while tables are prepared, though table reservations are accepted.

Are set menus available?

White Horse offers both an à la carte menu and curated shared tasting menus, including a premium share menu alongside a value lunch special offered Friday through Sunday between 12:00 PM and 3:00 PM.

Is there parking available at the venue?

Dedicated on-site parking is not available, though paid street parking can be found in the surrounding Surry Hills area; visitors frequently recommend rideshares or public transit.

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