Sydney Eat Street: 10 things to eat in Narellan
IT MAY be 60km southwest of Sydney CBD, but Narellan is well worth a leisurely weekend drive to discover the many and varied culinary delights on offer there.
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IT MAY be 60km southwest of Sydney CBD, but Narellan is well worth a leisurely weekend drive to discover the many and varied culinary delights on offer there.
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BOHEMIAN EURO RESTAURANT
IT may have been a rather unconventional endeavour to open a German/Czech/Hungarian/Polish restaurant over 20 years ago in what at the time was a vacant lot amid farmland, but true to his heritage stemming from Bohemia in what is now the Czech Republic, owner Allan Penicka saw that the alternative had appeal. Allan credits much of the success to the some lessons he learned while an apprentice in some rough and tumble pubs of eastern Europe — make it fast, and keep it simple. Fortunately, the pace has slowed but Allan’s kept the menu modest, the beer cold and included plenty of space for growing families. — 5 The Old Narellan Rd
SASUKI TEPPANYAKI RESTAURANT
HEADING out for dinner and a show takes on a new meaning when you cozy up to the bar and prepare for the culinary theatrics of a teppanyaki chef. Starting with a flash of flames from the smoking hot grill followed by some fancy knife work, you’ll be disappointed when the show is done. That is, until you get a taste of the seared meats and vegetables and realise it’s as full of flavour as it was fun. Whether teppanyaki or salmon, head chef and sake master Hideaki Fukada will pair it with the perfect rice wine. — Shop 302, Narellan Town Centre Forecourt, 326 Camden Valley Way
LICKITS FROZEN CUSTARD CAFÉ AND DESSERT BAR
WHILE some may prefer what happens in Vegas stays in Vegas, Toni and Matt couldn’t wait to share their story of temptation. On a whim they queued up to try a new dessert and fell in love with the sinfully delicious frozen custard, a smooth, egg-based treat. They worked with dairy farmers to produce a dense consistency where mix-ins such as broken Tim Tams, nuts and strawberries are folded in rather the blended. — Shop 2/4 Sharman Close
THE PAVILION @ NARELLAN HOTEL
THE dark woods reminiscent of the hotel’s 1880s origins have been switched out for bright whites and natural greens but, while the decor may have changed, the Narellan Hotel’s dining area is still the town hub. There’s the Sunday roast special and $15 steak night, but some flair has been introduced to the menu with the 12-hour, slow roasted beef burger and fish tacos. Be sure to order the candy coloured macaroon ice cream sandwich. — 279 Camden Valley Way
THE ARTHOUSE
WALK in for a coffee and you just might walk out with a canvas as in addition to a lovely latte. This chic contemporary is also a gallery that features local artists. The exhibition changes monthly and kicks off with an opening night where chef Matt Favaro is creative with his presentation of tasty dishes such as calamari and prawns followed by a crème brulee. — Shop 100, Narellan Town Centre, Cnr Queen and Elyard Streets
WHEN IN NARELLAN, YOU MUST TRY
RICOTTA, CHOCOLATE AND VANILLA CANNOLI
Co-owner Silvana Roccisano says the Italian lifestyle is “coffee and cannoli’’. — Siderno Pasticceria, Kiosk 202, Narellan Town Centre, 326 Camden Valley Way
GLUTEN-FREE SALT AND PEPPER CALAMARI
Owners Tammy and Matt Dawson worked for more than a year to create a batter that would appeal to everyone. — Degani, Shop 200, Narellan Town Centre, 326 Camden Valley Way
KYLIE BARRAMUNDI
The delicate flavours of this tender barramundi with a semi-dried tomato and capsicum relish set atop mashed potatoes with a lemon butter sauce. — Luigi’s Restaurant, Shop 99, Narellan Town Centre, Cnr Queen and Elyard Streets
VOLCANO VESUVIO
This is a clever concoction of homemade tomato sauce, mozzarella, mushroom, ham, pepperoni, bacon and oregano enclosed within two pizza bases — Antico Woodfired Pizza, 2a Sharman Cl
MEDITERRANEAN SHARE PLATE
All the genuine flavours of a Mediterranean village can be had with this plate that includes chicken, kafta and lamb kebabs plus traditional dips. — Zaria Mediterranean Village Food, Shop 2, Lando Way
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