The Dolphin Hotel

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412 Crown Street
Surry Hills, 2010 NSW
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The Details

Cuisine
  • Italian
  • Modern Australian
Need to Know
  • Function Space
  • Good for Groups
  • Great for Dates
  • Outdoor Seating
Serving
  • Lunch
  • Dinner
In the mood for
  • Cocktails
  • Wine
Need to know
  • Bar Snacks
  • Full Food Menu
  • Function Space
  • Good for Groups
  • Great for Dates
  • Outdoor Seating
the dolphin hotel surry hills

The verdict

This classic Surry Hills pub has had a facelift, and boy does it look good. Headed up by Maurice Terzini (Icebergs and Da Orazio) and his team, the space is modern and bright, providing three different spaces for guests: a Dining Room, a Wine Room and a Public Bar with an open-air terrace.

On the food menu you'll find modern Italo-Australian food created by Executive Chef Monty Koludrovic, the Dining Room's Head Chef Dan Medcalf and the Wine Room's Head Chef Sam Cheetham. And, of course, a Wine Room wouldn't be complete without wine and James Hird (2015 Sommelier of the Year) will be bringing the goods when it comes to a fine drop. For those looking for cocktails and spirits, you won't be forgotten with an extensive selection of classics, pre-batched cocktails and unique local spirits. 

Image credit: Tom Ferguson

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