The Grounds of the City

Name: The Grounds of the City
Address: 500 George St, Sydney, AU-NSW, Australia, 2000
Telephone: (02) 9699 2225
Price range: $40 and under
Rating: 4.3

4.3

3618 Reviews

$40 and under

Modern Australian

The Grounds of the City

4.3

$40 and under

Modern Australian

Sydney CBD

Make a booking

2 people

5 Dec 2024

19:00

Booked 101 times today

Charming
Great for brunch
Good for special occasions

The Grounds of the City, the second outpost from the team behind The Grounds of Alexandria, is bringing soul back to the CBD with old-school service and charm. Located in the heart of the CBD and bustling with activity, The Grounds of the City is tailor-made for a marvellous time; no matter the occasion. Start your day right as our baristas expertly serve up The Grounds house-roasted espresso and filter coffees, or end it in the best possible way and cosy in with our selection of cocktails and a dinner menu that features something for everyone. You’ll find our coffee sommelier at The Barista’s Bar ready to take you through a tailored coffee experience, and our tea lady roaming the room with a trolley adorned with fresh coffee, our selection of ethically sourced teas and cakes.

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
$40 and under
Cuisines
Modern Australian, Cafe Dining
Hours of Operation
Mon–Fri 07:00–21:30 Sat 08:00–21:30 Sun 08:00–17:00
Phone number
(02) 9699 2225
Website
http://thegrounds.com.au/Spaces/the-grounds-of-the-city/
Payment Options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Executive Chef
Paul McGrath
Catering
From client meetings to personal celebrations, our drop-off catering menu offers a selection of sweet and savoury options that can be combined to achieve the perfect offering for your occasion. To view our offering and order online, visit our website <a href="https://thegroundscatering.com.au/" target="_blank">here</a>.

Location
500 George St, Sydney, AU-NSW 2000
Area
Sydney CBD
Cross Street
Park St, Sydney, AU-NSW 2000
Parking details
Sydney CBD has a range of privately owned car parks located within walking distance. Two close-by options include the Citigroup Centre Car Park located at 271 Pitt St or the Queen Victoria Building Car Park at 111 York St.
Public transit
TRAIN - Exit the train at Town Hall Station. The Grounds of the City is located on the right hand side, directly across the road from The Queen Victoria Building.<br /><br />BUS - Arrange a bus route to drop you at Town Hall Station, or the QVB on York St, located within walking distance from The Grounds of the City.
Additional
Beer, Cafe, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Happy Hour, High Tea, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeaway, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Raisin French ToastA$22.00
Caramelised figs, vanilla yoghurt
Fresh Cut Fruit SaladA$22.00
Passionfruit, vanilla yoghurt
Toasted CrumpetsA$19.00
Butter, clotted cream, wild organic honey
Housemade GranolaA$22.00
Cinnamon yoghurt, figs, banana, almonds
Chilled Overnight OatsA$20.00
Coconut yoghurt, mango, grapefruit, raspberries
Buttermilk PancakesA$24.00
Poached spring fruit salad, vanilla mascarpone
Continental BreakfastA$21.00
The Grounds mini pastry selection with condiments, vanilla bean yoghurt & fresh fruit salad

Perfect Eggs

Toasted Seedy BagelA$24.00
Whipped ricotta & feta, heirloom tomatoes, basil, lemon oil, capers
Tarte Fine Of Sauteed LeeksA$22.00
Poached eggs, hollandaise, oyster mushrooms, hazelnuts, endive
Zucchini & Spinach FrittersA$26.00
Crème fraîche, citrus-cured salmon, poached eggs, hollandaise
Eggs On ToastA$17.00
The Grounds sourdough
Big BrekkieA$27.00
Chicken chorizo, onions, fried potatoes, poached eggs, paprika, tomatoes, green chilli
Citrus Cured Salmon BenedictA$28.00
Croissant roll, poached eggs, chive, hollandise

The Classics

Lobster OmeletteA$38.00
Shimeji mushrooms, spinach, caper burnt butter
Avocado On ToastA$24.00
Grounds sourdough, poached egg, avocado, tomatoes, radish, feta, mint, lie, salsa verde
Steak 'N' EggsA$32.00
Fried eggs, sautéed onions, spinach, mushrooms, beef glaze
Brekkie BurgerA$24.00
Brioche bun, pepper jam, spinach, gruyere, cheddar, scrambled egg, port sausage, potato gems, chipotle aioli

Healthy Bowls

Breakfast SaladA$24.00
Millet, greens, cherry tomatoes, pears, avocado, poached eggs, herbed hollandaise
Brekkie Mezze BowlA$26.00
Peppers, tomatoes, feta, zucchini, cucumber, tahini, eggplant, chickpeas, avocado, herbs, hummus, fried egg, pickles, sesame bread

Sides

Streaky BaconA$6.00
AvocadoA$4.50
MushroomsA$5.50
Poached EggA$3.50
Roasted TomatoA$5.50
Italian Pork SausageA$6.50
Sourdough ToastA$3.50
Hot Smoked SalmonA$6.00

What 3,618 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.3

4.3 based on recent ratings

4.2Food
4.3Service
4.4Ambience
4Value

Noise • Energetic

Loved For

Sydney
Great for brunch
Sydney
Modern Australian
Sydney
Most Booked
Sydney City
Great for brunch
Sydney City
Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

The Grounds of the City offers a "great ambience" and "delicious food," making it a popular choice for breakfast and brunch. Highlights include a "vintage atmosphere" and attentive service. While some find it noisy, the lively vibe appeals to many. "Highly recommended" for its inviting setting and flavorful menu options.

3,618 Reviews

K
Katy
Sydney
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great for a lovely mid week work brunch or lunch!
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Liz
Sunshine Coast
2 reviews
3.0
2 reviews
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Servers were lovely but food was average and not the best variety. Too busy and cramped too.
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Jacqui
WA
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
The food was amazing. We had squid, fries and heirloom tomatoes., all of which was incredible. Also had the truffle pasta which was nice not quite as flavourful as I expected.
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SHINJI
Sydney
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 26 November 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
料理はどれも大変美味しく価格もリーズナブルでした。店の雰囲気、スタッフの対応も良く最高な店です。はじめてのシドニーの🌉でしたが良い時間を過ごせました。
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Natasha
Sydney
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on 25 November 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
It's such a beautiful place to sit and enjoy brunch with friends. The food is delicious and it's such a friendly atmosphere. Can't wait to come back again!
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Sara
Sydney
7 reviews
vip
5.0
7 reviews
Dined on 24 November 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
It was very nice as always, definitely I’ll come again 🤍🤍
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I
Ilana
Sydney
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on 23 November 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Hi, we so enjoyed our evening at The Grounds. The minute you walk in …you feel transported into another world .Service was great , food was amazing . The only thing I would say … shoestring fries belong at MacDonalds . I would expected well cooked handmade fries they also came cold . Other than that …..a great night out!
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Sharon
Sydney
5 reviews
3.0
5 reviews
Dined on 20 November 2024
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 3
Grounds was a little all over the place. Menu was a little limited for dinner - more a lunch choice than dinner (rolls & sandwiches). Meal size was good. Service was sparse. 20 minutes to get a drink. Restaurant was busy but staff were wandering around with little urgency or speed. Probably would not dine there again.
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Meg
Canberra
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on 16 November 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
The breakfast was absolutely delicious and the staff were friendly kind and efficient! Loved it.
The Grounds of the CityResponded on 17 November 2024
Dear Meg, Thank you for your wonderful feedback! We’re delighted to hear you enjoyed a delicious breakfast and found our staff to be friendly and efficient. It’s always our goal to make every visit special, and we’re thrilled we hit the mark for you. We hope to see you again soon! - Nagi (TGOTC)
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Jhoanee
Sydney
2 reviews
4.0
2 reviews
Dined on 16 November 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 3
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Staff were great! - Accommodating and friendly. They went as far as buying a candle for the cake for my daughter. I appreciate that extra effort. Thank you!
The Grounds of the CityResponded on 17 November 2024
Dear Jhoanee, Thank you so much for your kind words! We’re thrilled our team could make your daughter’s celebration extra special—it’s those thoughtful touches that we love to deliver. We’ll be sure to share your appreciation with the team, especially Romana, who recommended the caramel soufflé and the front-of-house crew. It’s wonderful to hear that everyone enjoyed the experience, and we’re so grateful you chose to celebrate with us. We hope to welcome you all back again soon! - Nagi (TGOTC)
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FAQs

The Grounds of the City offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (02) 9699 2225.

The Grounds of the City is rated 4.3 stars by 3618 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

The Grounds of the City

4.3

$40 and under

Modern Australian

Sydney CBD

Make a booking

2 people

5 Dec 2024

19:00

Booked 101 times today

Order delivery or takeout

500 George St, Sydney, AU-NSW 2000

Additional information

Cross Street
Park St, Sydney, AU-NSW 2000
Area
Sydney CBD
Hours of Operation
Mon–Fri 07:00–21:30 Sat 08:00–21:30 Sun 08:00–17:00
Price
$40 and under
Cuisines
Modern Australian, Cafe Dining
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Sydney CBD has a range of privately owned car parks located within walking distance. Two close-by options include the Citigroup Centre Car Park located at 271 Pitt St or the Queen Victoria Building Car Park at 111 York St.
Public transit
TRAIN - Exit the train at Town Hall Station. The Grounds of the City is located on the right hand side, directly across the road from The Queen Victoria Building.BUS - Arrange a bus route to drop you at Town Hall Station, or the QVB on York St, located within walking distance from The Grounds of the City.
Payment Options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
Executive Chef
Paul McGrath
Additional
Beer, Cafe, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Happy Hour, High Tea, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeaway, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://thegrounds.com.au/Spaces/the-grounds-of-the-city/
Phone number
(02) 9699 2225
Catering
From client meetings to personal celebrations, our drop-off catering menu offers a selection of sweet and savoury options that can be combined to achieve the perfect offering for your occasion. To view our offering and order online, visit our website <a href="https://thegroundscatering.com.au/" target="_blank">here</a>.

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The Grounds of the City

The Grounds of the City

Make a booking

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

35 Sydney Restaurants to Connect In For Mother's Day

Rise & Shine

Raisin French ToastA$22.00

Fresh Cut Fruit SaladA$22.00

Toasted CrumpetsA$19.00

Housemade GranolaA$22.00

Chilled Overnight OatsA$20.00

Buttermilk PancakesA$24.00

Continental BreakfastA$21.00

Perfect Eggs

Toasted Seedy BagelA$24.00

Tarte Fine Of Sauteed LeeksA$22.00

Zucchini & Spinach FrittersA$26.00

Eggs On ToastA$17.00

Big BrekkieA$27.00

Citrus Cured Salmon BenedictA$28.00

The Classics

Lobster OmeletteA$38.00

Avocado On ToastA$24.00

Steak 'N' EggsA$32.00

Brekkie BurgerA$24.00

Healthy Bowls

Breakfast SaladA$24.00

Brekkie Mezze BowlA$26.00

Sides

Streaky BaconA$6.00

AvocadoA$4.50

MushroomsA$5.50

Poached EggA$3.50

Roasted TomatoA$5.50

Italian Pork SausageA$6.50

Sourdough ToastA$3.50

Hot Smoked SalmonA$6.00

Overall ratings and reviews

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Review summary

FAQs

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The Grounds of the City

Make a booking

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

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