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The Potting Shed, Alexandria, AU-NSW
The Potting Shed, Alexandria, AU-NSW
The Potting Shed, Alexandria, AU-NSW
The Potting Shed, Alexandria, AU-NSW
The Potting Shed, Alexandria, AU-NSW

The Potting Shed

4.4
4.4
3878 Reviews
$40 and under
Modern Australian

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2 people
19:00
Booked 83 times today
Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

  • Good for special occasions
  • Charming
  • Great for outdoor dining
The Potting Shed is a place to meet, eat, drink, relax and chat your day and night away – where hanging plants, terracotta pots and timber beams meet brass, brick and iron. Where you can plant yourself down on the swing seat, bench or at the bar and feel like you are on your family’s porch.

It’s a lively place where you can hoe into fresh, locally harvested produce, delivered by our shed-hands. The same hands that will deliver you good-natured banter, craft beers on tap, great tasting wines and unique cocktails.

The menu offers cozy share options for groups, three course substantial meal choices for those wanting to make an evening of it and a fun selection of nibbles for people wanting a light after-work snack with their cocktails or a share jug amongst friends.

Plus, enjoy exclusive after-dark access to The Grounds of Alexandria's latest laneway attractions when you dine in!

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $40 and under
  • Cuisines
    Modern Australian
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Fri 11:30–21:00 Sat 11:00–21:30 Sun 11:00–21:00
  • Phone number
  • 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. Order online <a href="https://thegroundscatering.com.au/">here</a>.
  • Area
    Alexandria
  • Cross Street
    41-43 Bourke Rd, Alexandria, AU-NSW 2015
  • Parking details
    To park at The Grounds, please enter via 2 Huntley Street and speak with one of our friendly Grounds Rangers who are on hand to help you find the closest available space. Alternatively, street parking is also available.
  • Public transit
    The Grounds is located a 10-15 minute walk from Green Square station, which has frequent services to and from Central station and the CBD. St Peters station is also a 20-30 minute walk away. Bus route 348 (Randwick to Wolli Creek via Green Square) and Bus route 305 (Mascot Stamford Hotel to Redfern via Waterloo) stops outside the restaurant. Route updates, timetables and travel information are available at www.transportnsw.info, or real-time travel apps.
  • Additional
    Beer, Cafe, Cocktails, Private Room, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

  • Dine In The Potter's Corner

    A$85.00 per person

    Multiple dates available
    Beautifully styled with candles & rustic terracotta elements, enjoy a delicious 3-course set menu feast! T&C's: - Semi-private dining with all guests seated at a high table. - Groups under 16 guests will share the table; 16+ guests enjoy exclusive use. - Reservations are for 2.5 hours. - Not available between 2:15pm and 4:45pm. - Guests aged 16+ must dine on the group menu. - Dietary requirements must be confirmed 48 hours in advance; we'll do our best to accommodate. - Cancellations require at least 24 hours' notice. - Capacity: 10-20 guests. - 10% service charge applies. - Styling and set menu may change without notice.
    Dine In The Potter's Corner photo
  • Group Menu

    A$75.00 per person

    Multiple dates available
    Our $75 per person share menu is in place for all groups of 10 guests or more with a 10% gratuity applicable to your final bill. Terms & conditions: - Our tables operate on a two hour sitting time. - Please note, our group menu is required for all guests in your party over 16 years of age. - Our group menu is not available from 2.45pm- 4.45pm, all reservations made within this time will be on our standard menu. - Any and all dietary requirements must be confirmed with the venue at least 48 hours in advance, and we will do our best to accommodate these requests.
    Group Menu photo
  • Premium Private Dining in The Lock-In

    A$120.00 per person

    Multiple dates available
    Upgrade your experience with premium styling, including hand-selected blooms & luxurious linens, for an extra touch of elegance! Terms & Conditions: - This premium experience includes a drink for each guest & exclusive styling options not included in the standard package. - Enjoy exclusive use of The Lock-In for a 3-hour session. - This offering is not available between 2:15pm & 4:45pm. - All guests aged 16+ years are required to order our group menu. - Please confirm any dietary requirements with us at least 48 hours in advance. We will do our best to accommodate your requests. - All cancellations require a minimum of 24 hours' notice. - Maximum capacity is 16 guests. - The styling and set menu may change without notice.
    Premium Private Dining in The Lock-In photo

What 3,878 people are saying

The Potting Shed reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.4
4.4 based on recent ratings
  • 4.3Food
  • 4.3Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.1Value

NoiseEnergetic

Loved For

  • Sydney

    Most Booked

  • Inner South

    Best Ambience

  • Inner South

    Innovative

  • Inner South

    Good for groups

  • Inner South

    Great for creative cocktails

  • Inner South

    Healthy

  • Inner South

    Romantic

  • Inner South

    Good for special occasions

  • Inner South

    Lively

  • Inner South

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
The Potting Shed shines with "great food, funky atmosphere, lovely service." Guests appreciate its "beautiful surroundings" and the "intimate venue" feel. The staff are "attentive and accommodating," creating a memorable dining experience. While some menu items receive mixed reviews, the enchanting décor and lively ambience make it a "wonderful experience."
3,878 Reviews
  1. Rahmah

    Sydney2 reviews

    2.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 4
    Not worth the $$ for food. We were 9mins late for our booking and upon arrival, there was already long queue for all the reservations before us so we ended up waiting 30mins which was fine as we were late, but what is the point of making an appointment if there is going to be a queue for the reservations? After sitting down, the staff were friendly and helpful. However, we waited 1hour for our food to arrive! The beef burger patty was dry too and $18 for the theme drink that was suppose to be the “experience” was so not worth it. It literally tasted like watered down berry juice from Coles, a mocktale would probably be a better choice for $18.

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  2. Michele

    Sydney1 review

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food and cocktails were exceptional. Staff were lovely

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  3. Brittany

    Vancouver1 review

    3.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 4
    Super cute place to eat! Very busy due to the Snow White event. We sat at our table for 20 minutes before any server came to us… my partner had to ask someone who was busy cleaning a table if someone could come take our order. Service was not that great.

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  4. Kaydence

    Sydney1 review

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Service was amazing! The restaurant itself is so beautiful! The food was great! Summer salad is a must get! Overall amazing experience!!!

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  5. Kim

    Sydney7 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 16 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing lunch as always with the added bonus of the latest lane way installation. Amazing!!
    The Potting ShedResponded 7 days ago
    Good morning! I am thrilled to see your lovely review and great star rating. We can't wait to welcome you back to The Potting Shed. Until then have a wonderful rest of the day! Kind regards, David | Assistant Venue Manager

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  6. Renee

    Sydney1 review

    3.0

    Dined on 15 March 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 4
    Heard a lot about this place and have always wanted to check it out.. The only negative I have was waiter service took ages, asked for bill and left sitting for another 30mins Apart from this the rest of the venue and food was amazing
    The Potting ShedResponded 7 days ago
    Thanks for taking the time to give us feedback, this is a great tool for us in improving service and standards. I am so sorry to hear that we missed the mark on bill delivery. I hope next you visit you leave wanting to award us all 5*'s Have a wonderful day and hope to see you soon! David | Assistant Venue Manager

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  7. Sanzita

    Sydney1 review

    4.0

    Dined on 15 March 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    The burger was disappointingly dry, and on a scorching 33-degree day, the ceiling fan didn’t seem to provide much relief since it wasn’t working at it best. However, the ambiance was lovely, and the company of our family made all the difference, helping us stay distracted from the heat and enjoy the experience overall.
    The Potting ShedResponded 7 days ago
    Thank you for taking the time to leave us a review, it is wonderful to see a great star rating even with the extreme heat!!! I look forward to earning 5*’s on your next visit with us. Have a wonderful day and kindest regards, David | Assistant Venue Manager

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  8. Joanna

    Sydney2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 9 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Absolutely an Amazing Place!!! Loved it definitely coming back 🤩🤩
    The Potting ShedResponded 7 days ago
    Thank you so much for a great rating! I look forward to welcoming you next visit to The Potting Shed. Have a great day! David | Assistant Venue Manager

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  9. Blanche

    Sydney1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 8 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    What a great experience. We had a bridal shower and all had a blast. Food and drinks were great. Decor is amazing. Transports you to a beautiful place.
    The Potting ShedResponded 7 days ago
    Thank you so much for your glowing review and super star rating! I am thrilled we hit the mark on your visit and look forward to welcoming you next time. Until then, have a wonderful rest of the weekend. Kind regards, David | Assistant Venue Manager

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  10. Rosalina

    Sydney1 review

    2.0

    Dined on 4 March 2025

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 4
    Please see below. I put this on the private note....
    The Potting ShedResponded 7 days ago
    Hi Rosalina, Thanks for taking the time to give us feedback, this is a great tool for us in improving service and standards. I am so sorry to hear that you had a below par experience. Next you visit, please book directly with me so I can find a way to make things up to you. I hope you have a nice day and kind regards, David | Assistant Venue Manager

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FAQs

The Potting Shed is rated 4.4 stars by 3878 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a booking

2 people
19:00
Booked 83 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for The Potting Shed

41/43 Bourke Rd, Alexandria, AU-NSW 2015

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    41-43 Bourke Rd, Alexandria, AU-NSW 2015
  • Area
    Alexandria
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Fri 11:30–21:00 Sat 11:00–21:30 Sun 11:00–21:00
  • Price
    $40 and under
  • Cuisines
    Modern Australian
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    To park at The Grounds, please enter via 2 Huntley Street and speak with one of our friendly Grounds Rangers who are on hand to help you find the closest available space. Alternatively, street parking is also available.
  • Public transit
    The Grounds is located a 10-15 minute walk from Green Square station, which has frequent services to and from Central station and the CBD. St Peters station is also a 20-30 minute walk away. Bus route 348 (Randwick to Wolli Creek via Green Square) and Bus route 305 (Mascot Stamford Hotel to Redfern via Waterloo) stops outside the restaurant. Route updates, timetables and travel information are available at www.transportnsw.info, or real-time travel apps.
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Paul McGrath
  • Additional
    Beer, Cafe, Cocktails, Private Room, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
  • 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. Order online <a href="https://thegroundscatering.com.au/">here</a>.
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