{"id":173250,"date":"2019-01-08T07:21:54","date_gmt":"2019-01-07T20:21:54","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.australiantraveller.com\/?p=173250"},"modified":"2023-03-10T10:38:43","modified_gmt":"2023-03-09T23:38:43","slug":"top-10-trendiest-eats","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.australiantraveller.com\/nsw\/blue-mountains\/top-10-trendiest-eats\/","title":{"rendered":"The best restaurants in the Blue Mountains, NSW"},"content":{"rendered":"
We’ve combed the nooks, crannies and kitchens of the Blue Mountains, from Katoomba to Blackheath and Leura to Blaxland, to find the best “Mountain Cuisine” restaurants and cafes.<\/h5>\n

There are many good reasons to spend a few days in the Blue Mountains. Fresh air, the spectacular scenery, the walks\u2026 all of which are cunningly designed to sharpen the appetite and a work up a giant thirst. Here’s our list of some of the best restaurants in the Blue Mountains.<\/p>\n\n

Fortunately there\u2019s a solution. For the Mountains have inspired a raft of top-notch restaurants and cafes to make your visit more memorable than just taking selfies with the Three Sisters, or flirting with the Devil\u2019s Railway (as we used to call it).<\/p>\n\n

Today\u2019s \u2018Mountain Cuisine\u2019 reflects the new excellence of modern Australian culinary standards using sustainably sourced ingredients matched with nearby wine-producing areas in the Central West of NSW. It\u2019s an unbeatable combination reminiscent of provincial European dining experiences.\u00a0To help with your quest for great regional food and wine, we\u2019ve put together a few suggestions for some outstanding eateries between Blaxland and Blackheath (NB: in alphabetical order<\/em>). Enjoy.<\/p>\n

Como, Blaxland<\/h2>\n

Rachel and Grant\u2019s love of food preparation shines through their superbly crafted cuisine, influenced by Grant\u2019s experience of cooking in the Greek Islands and Lake Como, Italy. There\u2019s a \u2018chef\u2019s table\u2019 full degustation menu at Restaurant Como<\/a> as well as a lighter version which may be augmented with matching wines. Don\u2019t think of leaving in a hurry.<\/p>\n

Darleys, Katoomba<\/h2>\n

For many, Darleys<\/a> is the undisputed queen of the mountains. Highly awarded for its impeccable cuisine and its beautiful garden setting in a heritage-listed house, part of Lilianfels, its fine dining menu includes seared duck breast with sliced abalone and a toothfish bouillabaisse.<\/p>\n

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Lunch with a view at Darleys<\/p><\/div>\n

Sample the poached prunes with dark chocolate fudge. Not for the faint hearted.<\/p>\n

Leura Garage<\/h2>\n

As the name implies, this is a different kettle of soup altogether. Informal, fun and a bit irreverent, Leura Garage draws on the experience of executive chef Regan Porteous whose time with Gordon Ramsay, Zuma Hong Kong and Zuma Dubai brings international style to the mountains. The menu is designed to encourage sharing but in many cases, you won\u2019t want to!<\/p>\n

Silk\u2019s Brasserie, Leura<\/h2>\n

The menu here is described as \u2018modern Australian with a French influence\u2019 and over the years has won many accolades for its stylish presentation of such favourites as fillet of Tasmanian smoked salmon, Trunkey Creek pork tenderloin and, to top it off, a pear and rhubarb almond crumble.<\/p>\n\n

Silk<\/a>\u2019s will have you salivating.<\/p>\n

\u00a0Solitary, Leura<\/h2>\n

Family-run restaurant and cafe, Solitary<\/a>, is a labour of love for the Molloys, who purchased this heritage-listed property in 2011.<\/p>\n\n

The restaurant is uniquely located on the cliff drive between Leura and Katoomba, with an air of romance as guests admire the Jamison Valley while enjoying an extensive menu. Cured duck breast with celeriac, caramelised witlof, Jannei goat curd and beetroot is just one selection from chef Sebastian\u2019s inventive creations.<\/p>\n

Wintergarden At The Hydro Majestic, Medlow Bath<\/h2>\n

The spectacular views over the Megalong Valley from the reborn Hydro are the setting for excellent cuisine at the Wintergarden Restaurant<\/a>.<\/p>\n

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The Wintergarden at the Hydro Majestic dining room<\/p><\/div>\n

Chef Mate Herceg has composed a creative dinner menu featuring entr\u00e9es such as Yuzu-marinated wild Canadian scallops and mains like a delicious herb crusted monkfish with spanner crab and mussel ravioli. Not to be missed is the famous afternoon High Tea, after which you may not need dinner!<\/p>\n

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Take a seat in the lobby at The Wintergarden at the Hydro Majestic<\/p><\/div>\n

Le Petit Chalet, Katoomba<\/a><\/h2>\n

Situated on a rural property in bustling Katoomba, La Petit Chalet is an oasis of organic, home grown produce and authentic Swiss\/French food. Opening their doors only once a month, this is an exclusive and immersive dining experience that must be booked in advance.<\/p>\n\n

Expect cheese fondue for entr\u00e9e, Swiss rostis (12 different ways!) for main and a cr\u00e8me brulee dessert.<\/p>\n

Miss Lilians Teahouse, Katoomba<\/h2>\n

The newest addition to the Lilianfels group, is this boutique style teahouse with an extraordinary array of Asian cuisine, from seafood laksa and red duck curry to rice paper rolls and steamed pork buns.<\/p>\n

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Dumpling dinner at Miss Lilians<\/p><\/div>\n

Miss Lilians Teahouse, decorated with bird cages hanging from the ceiling, is already renowned for their array of gourmet desserts that are not to be missed.<\/p>\n

The Red Door Cafe, Leura<\/h2>\n

Open only for breakfast and lunch, the Red Door caf\u00e9 is known for divine food and great coffee. Serving Spanish omelette with olive tapenade for breakfast, and Tuscan sausages for lunch, there is something gourmet for everyone at The Red Door.<\/p>\n\n

If you\u2019re looking for something a little lighter, have a look at the desserts menu. With everything made in the kitchen out the back, you cannot look past the chocolate hazelnut slice, served with blackberry compote or the muffin of the day.<\/p>\n\n

MORE…<\/strong> \u00a0Blue Mountains’ accommodation that will blow your mind<\/a><\/p>\n\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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