Balcon by Tapavino

4.6

112 Reviews

$41 to $100

Spanish

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2 people

11 Mar 2025

20:30

Booked 15 times today

Experiences are available.

Great for fine wines
Good for groups
Good for special occasions

Balcon by Tapavino is a contemporary Spanish restaurant in the heart of Sydney’s CBD.

With 500 Spanish Wines and one of the city’s most bespoke outdoor dining areas, Balcon takes its cue from the rustic & refined dishes of Northern Spain.

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Location
17 Bligh Street, Sydney, AU-NSW 2000
Phone number
92236176
Price
$41 to $100
Cuisines
Spanish, Contemporary European, Seafood
Hours of Operation
Mon–Fri 12:00–23:00 Sat 18:00–23:00
Dress code
Smart Casual
Parking details
Hotel Parking
Payment Options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa

Experiences

DELUXE SET MENU $98pp
A$98.00 per person
Multiple dates available
This our 'signature' set menu, showcasing all of our most popular dishes, delivered over shared plates. - 'Kikones' Toasted Corn Kernels - Jamón Serrano, Balcon Milk Curd - Tuna Loin Crudo, Guindilla, Citrus ~~~~~~~~~ - Grilled WA Octopus, Kipfler Potatoes, Ajada Oil ~~~~~~~~~~ - Cabbage Ensalada, Shaved Manchego, Pan Rallado - Grilled Chicken, 'Josper Oven', ' Salsa Brava, Olives - Basque Style Jack's Creek Angus Flank Steak (m/r), Salsa Amarilla - Patatas Bravas ~~~~~~ Dessert Del Dia (Add Pedro Ximenez 70ml $12) (Please note, each dish in the function menu is shared between 3-4 pp)
Festive Menu with Drinks 100pp
A$100.00 per person
Multiple dates available
100PP Includes 1.5hr House Package - Beer, White, Red, Rose Croqueta del Dia, Aioli (1) House Made Mato Cheese, Wild Honey, Honey Comb, Toast Jamón Serrano, Balcon Curd, Seasonal Fruit, Black Olive Crumb Savoy Cabbage, Raisin, Almond, Shaved Manchego, Pan Rallado ~~~~~~~~~ 'Pollo al Carbón' Charcoal Chicken 'Josper Oven', Salsa de Costa Brava, Tomato, Olives, Snap Peas Patatas Brava 1.5 HOUR HOUSE PACK Tables of 8 + 10% service Inside Seating Only *This Menu is not eligible for any additional discounts, whether offered in-house or through third parties.
PREMIUM SET MENU $135pp
A$135.00 per person
Multiple dates available
Prefer a designed experience? Impress with our our Premium Set Menu! Balcon Frito (1) Croqueta del Dia (1) Grilled Gamba Prawn, Chorizo Pintxo (1) Pan con Tomate, Ortiz Anchovy Jamon Iberico Cebo Tuna Loin Crudo Grilled Octopus, Kipfler Potato, Ajada Oil Cabbage Ensalada Solomino 500g Striploin, Sofrito, Yoghurt Patatas Bravas Dessert of the Day, served with glass of Pedro Ximenez 70ml

What 112 people are saying

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4.6

4.6 based on recent ratings

4.5Food
4.6Service
4.5Ambience
4.2Value

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Loved For

Sydney
Good for business meals
Sydney City
Good for business meals
Sydney City
Good for groups
Sydney City
Great for fine wines

Review summary

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Balcon by Tapavino delights with "attentive and friendly service" and a "unique and comprehensive wine selection." Guests enjoy "delicious food" in a "cozy, intimate atmosphere." While some found portions small, the Spanish flavors and staff expertise make it a "great spot" for both romantic and business dining experiences.

112 Reviews

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Louise
Sydney1 review
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great experience in the semi private area for a group of 10 people. Service was quick and helpful - food was delicious!! Deluxe set menu was enjoyed by all and we left very full!! The semi private area overlooking the terrace was great for the big group as we could still hear each other to chat! Thank you!!
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Dick VIP
London36 reviews
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Nowhere is cheap in Sydney, and I’m from London ! But the quality here was first class. Lovely plump oysters, and absolutely top grade anchoas del cantábrico. However no bellota jamón (only cebo, albeit very decent, but at a bellota price!). And fabulous wagu followed by lovely snapper to finish. Service was also first class.
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OpenTable Diner
Yorkshire1 review
1.0
Dined on 28 February 2025
1. Overall 1
2. Food 5
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 1
Appalling service lets down the decent food. Worse service I have ever experienced in my life
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Deane
Sydney1 review
2.0
Dined on 27 February 2025
1. Overall 2
2. Food 1
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 2
The paella rice was over cooked and mushy. The mussels were so tiny they were non-existent. The chicken was okay and the prawns were good. They did warn us that the tacos were tiny, that was an understatement. The waitress was very friendly and gave good customer service. I don’t think we will ever return. Regards DW
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Vivienne
Sydney2 reviews
2.0
Dined on 26 February 2025
1. Overall 2
2. Food 2
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
I had high hopes for this restaurant, especially since I was celebrating my birthday and looking forward to enjoying my favorite dish—paella. While the ambience was lovely and the customer service was excellent, the food, unfortunately, did not meet expectations. The paella, in particular, was extremely bland, lacking the rich, flavorful depth that makes the dish so special. It was quite a letdown, especially on a special occasion. Given the great atmosphere and attentive service, I truly wished the food had matched the experience. Would love to see improvements in the kitchen, as this place has potential!
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Kenny VIP
Sydney5 reviews
5.0
Dined on 21 February 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Pleasant experience in Sydney CBD! Highly recommend flank steak~
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Melinda
Sydney1 review
5.0
Dined on 20 February 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great food and atmosphere for relaxed business lunch
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Kate
Sydney6 reviews
5.0
Dined on 8 February 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Amazing wine collection, especially for Spanish wines. Sommelier assists to choose a wine that suits everyone. Delicious food and great for sharing.
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Janine
Sydney2 reviews
5.0
Dined on 31 January 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Really attentive and charismatic staff. Cake with a birthday message for my friend. Great food overall
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Joshua
Sydney2 reviews
5.0
Dined on 31 January 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Sensational Spanish food and wine highly recommended
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Balcon by Tapavino is rated 4.6 stars by 112 OpenTable diners.

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2 people

11 Mar 2025

20:30

Booked 15 times today

Experiences are available.

17 Bligh Street, Sydney, AU-NSW 2000

Additional information

Phone number
92236176
Price
$41 to $100
Cuisines
Spanish, Contemporary European, Seafood
Hours of Operation
Mon–Fri 12:00–23:00 Sat 18:00–23:00
Dress code
Smart Casual
Parking details
Hotel Parking
Payment Options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa

Balcon by Tapavino

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Private dining

Additional information

Experiences

DELUXE SET MENU $98pp

Festive Menu with Drinks 100pp

PREMIUM SET MENU $135pp

Menu

What 112 people are saying

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