Banksii Vermouth Bar & Bistro

Food and service were a big let down. Even when specifically asked, my waiter didn't explain the right combination and number of dishes that should be ordered for a group of 6 having lunch, she just started trying to sell the lamb which is the most expensive item on the menu. The group I was with weren't concerned by how much things cost and would have happily ordered two serves of each dish, but because we hadn't been advised to do so, 6 people were sharing a 200g piece of fish. There simply wasn't enough food.The short rib and desserts were delicious, but the rest (and we tried a lot) were underwhelming. Very average.

This place has so much wasted potential. I am local to Barangaroo and went to this place for a drink last Friday night. I only wanted a couple of drinks and was rushed in for last drinks. My order was rushed and then it took over 20 minutes to get to my table. I could tell that the host was annoyed that it was a small order. I had visited Banksii a couple of days earlier and ordered a bottle of wine. The wine was of low quality and was quite expensive.

Very nice atmosphere sitting outside facing the water view of darling harbour. Very thoughtfull to have shawls avalilable with the dining chairs. Dinner was better than expected, I dont usually eat or finish a dessert, but the truffle bites and chocolate dish dessert I will come back with my friends. Waiting staff were amazing !! Thanks for the hospitality.

My sister was visiting and so we walked across the bridge, around Barangaroo and landed at Banksii for lunch. We arrived early and so managed a waterside table in the sun. We then settled into the phenomenal spritz menu, the palm beach and the Campari went down a little too well. They were great.But the real treat was the set lunch special. Between us we had everything so we could try it all, bread, warm olives, unbelievable puffy gnocchi with spinach and mushrooms, a stunning sausage and coleslaw combo, salad, deconstructed trifle and a delightfully drippy cheese and crackers. And the staff were great, making sure we knew when our ferry was due. What a delicious winter lunch treat.

The restaurant was suggested by friends local to Sydney and it didn't disappoint.We were a large group with a big age range so always interesting to see how everyone would be catered for.We were given a lovely big table under a couple of patio heaters with blankets on the back of our chairs.The maître d' and serving staff were all unobtrusively helpful and friendly. We ordered a range of starters and mains for sharing which all came very quickly.A super night out.