CafÉs & Restaurants in Leura

Choosing a restaurant or café in Leura is an enviable task, and if you spend several days in Leura, you’re likely to feel an extra inch around the girth. There are restaurants on The Mall, along Megalong Street, on Grose Street, Cliff Drive and Sublime Point Road. It is an eater’s paradise.

Local chefs are innovative and the menu choices include seafood, meats, pastas, vegetarian offerings and fresh local produce. You will luckily find restaurants designated on the Sydney Morning Herald’s ‘Chef’s Hat’ list or recommended in the paper’s Good Food Guide. For these, restaurant reservations are advised for lunch or evening dining. Several establishments are licensed, offering distinguished wines and beers.

When making your choice, don’t overlook locations at or near the top of The Mall and Great Western Highway. Within metres of each other, these restaurants serve distinctly international menus. Check the walking map for those along Cliff Drive or Solitary Point Road.

Leura Blue Mountains Cafe

Restaurants can be quite crowded in almost every season and while this is a testament to their quality, we recommend you plan early. Dining out in large parties can be taxing to some restaurants, so always make sure your restaurant of choice can accommodate a large party. Reservations may be required.

For most, dress is informal, but several advise ‘smart casual’ dress for evening dining. Hours of business vary, so for your convenience we have listed street address and telephone numbers of each restaurant.

CafÉs in Leura

Bakehouse on Wentworth

Address: 206 The Mall
Phone: 4784 3588

Wonderful, wonderful fresh breads are available at this Parisienne style café. Specialty savory pies are freshly cooked on premises as well as many delicate pastries. For all the early risers, Bakehouse opens at 7am, or stop by midmorning for gourmet coffee. Pick up a San Francisco style sourdough baguette for a picnic or take home a loaf of fantastic walnut sourdough bread. The baker often has a 2-for-1 sale table. (Credit Cards)

Bygone Beautys

Address: 0- 22 Grose, on the corner of Megalong Street
Phone: 02 4784 3117

Light lunches, morning & afternoon teas are served daily and tourists queue up for the legendary Devonshire Tea which is Beautys’ specialty. Amidst a collection of treasured teapots and antiques that is a must see, you will return to Beautys each time you visit Leura. (Credit cards)

CafÉ Bon Ton Restaurant

Address: 192 The Mall
Phone:
02 4782 4377

Bon Ton Café & Restaurant captures a prominent corner of The Mall and Megalong Street.  The treed terrace offers a charming shaded ambience for outdoor dining, and dining inside, with the fireplace aglow, is ideal on a winter’s day. When the weather permits, visitors often linger over an unhurried lunch on the terrace. Bon Ton opens daily for breakfast, lunch and dinner, and the menu offers a wide variety of dishes from hearty soups and large salads to full mains and delicate desserts. As one would expect, the restaurant staff is courteous and attentive. Read more about Café Bon Ton’s history in the Leura Walking Tour & Guidebook.

Josephan’s CafÉ

Address: 187a The Mall
Phone: 02 4784 3833

Here, the temptation to order a luscious desert or yummy chocolate first is not easily held at bay. But, push enticement to the background and order a nourishing big bowl of soup or crispy fresh salad, for at Josephan’s, attention is paid not only to quality of food but to presentation as well. Relaxing over a brilliant cappuccino, now order that desert. Don’t forget to purchase a box of fabulous Josephan’s Chocolates for the trip home, or if you are planning a wedding, check out Josephan’s wedding cakes. (Credit cards)

Loaves & Dishes

Address: 180a The Mall 
Phone: 02 4784 3600

On the corner of Megalong and The Mall, Loaves & Dishes is not to be missed. Very European in style, families share big tables and newspapers while pondering the variety of savory feasts laid out in deli style cases. The staff is friendly and attentive, and when the proprietor throws a log or two on the fire, the large room seems like a big family party. Fresh produce is a staple and all the menu choices (quiches, tarts) are made daily on the premises. When locals arrive early for coffee and sweets, you know this is a guaranteed recommendation for great casual food. (Cash only)

Red Door Cafe

Address: 134 The Mall 
Phone: 02 4784 1328

The chef at the Red Door uses fresh seasonal produce to create authentic and flavoursful cuisine adding an international flair to the Leura dining scene. The restaurant is open daily for breakfast and lunch. (Credit cards)

Solitary Kiosk

Address: 90 Cliff Drive 
Phone: 02 4782 1164

This terrific spot for a break from the bush has a history stretching back to 1913, when it was known as the Leura Falls Kiosk. The building is heritage-listed, and proprietors Georgia Shepherd and John Cross have created an historical museum in the current kiosk you won’t want to overlook. The chef’s creative warm chorizo salad with Puy lentils and capsicum is a favourite with visitors. Kiosk hours are 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. daily.

Solitary Kiosk - Leura Blue Mountains

Stock Market

Address: 179 The Mall
Phone: 02 4784 3121

It’s the wise investor who opens the door to this miniature café operated by former Sydney chef, Nicole McLlwaine. Soups, artisan breads, pastries, yummy croissant sandwiches, all are thoughtfully prepared. You’ll meet travellers from the far corners of the world as you share a table for breakfast or lunch, and for a bonus on your investment, try the Market’s rich Toby’s Estate Coffee. (Cash only)

The Wayzgoose CafÉ

Address: 174 The Mall
Phone: 02 4784 1973

A favourite with the locals, Wayzgoose is renowned for its famous for its huge ‘Flower Pot Scones’ and ‘Wayzgoose Pot Pie.’ This kid friendly café has outdoor seating, fast friendly service and is open daily. The late afternoon crowd shows up for coffee, sweets and conversation with proprietor Mark Alchin and daughter, Rebecca. (Credit cards)

Delis in Leura

Leura Deli

Address: Arcade, Shop 4, The Mall
Phone: 02 4784 2703

You’re certain this is London! Perhaps you’ve arrived in New York’s Chelsea district? Or, Sydney’s Newtown. Tucked away in the Leura Arcade is a most enticing deli – the kind you rarely find outside these major cities. 

Choices are incredible and oh, so edible – Italian antipasti, pâtés, imported cheese, smoked salmon and aged meats – the makings of a perfect picnic or a fantastic meal in a Leura holiday cottage.

Like rows of uniformed toy soldiers, bottles of pastilles, mustard, pesto and jams stand at attention. Producing a colourful array, Yarra Valley oils and Italian vinegars line the shelves side by side and will impress even the most jaded connoisseur.  The variety that proprietors Julie and Peter Galea offer is remarkable. One last item: ask Julie about the innovative “packaged frozen margaritas or daiquiris” – certainly a conversation piece for any outdoor occasion.

Leura Gourmet

Address: 159 The Mall
Phone: 02 4784 1438

With a dining view out to Katoomba, Leura Gourmet fills quickly at breakfast and lunch. Wonderful selections for take-away fill the deli counter, and don’t overlook the selection of gelato ice creams. (Credit cards)

Pubs

The Alexandra Hotel

Address: 62 Great Western Highway (just metres beyond The Mall)
Phone: 02 4782 4422

The Alex is a most unusual combination of casual and old Leura dining. Amidst pool tables and rock & roll, the bar serves up whopping burgers and fries. In the original and more formal dining room looking out across Jamison Valley, a spicy Thai Beef Salad and other international dishes are featured on the menu. It is easy to imagine the grand old hotel, a hundred years ago, crowded with tired workers needing food and drink. This is a great spot for friends to meet and enjoy the new outdoor patio overlooking Leura.

Restaurants in Leura

CafÉ Bon Ton Restaurant

Address: 192 The Mall
Phone:
02 4782 4377

Bon Ton Café & Restaurant captures a prominent corner of The Mall and Megalong Street.  The treed terrace offers a charming shaded ambience for outdoor dining, and dining inside, with the fireplace aglow, is ideal on a winter’s day. When the weather permits, visitors often linger over an unhurried lunch on the terrace. Bon Ton opens daily for breakfast, lunch and dinner, and the menu offers a wide variety of dishes from hearty soups and large salads to full mains and delicate desserts. As one would expect, the restaurant staff is courteous and attentive. Read more about Café Bon Ton’s history in the Leura Walking Tour & Guidebook.

Cafe Bon Ton Restaurant

Darley’s restaurant

Address: Echo Point Road, Echo Point
Phone: 02 4780 1200

an historic heritage site under the auspices of Lilianfels Blue Mountains Resort & Spa houses the famous Darley’s Restaurant. Darley’s outlook over Jamison Valley is impressive and the ambience throughout this 19th century house is warm. Fine dining boasting modern Australian cuisine is an apt description of Darley’s. (Credit cards)

eucalypt restaurant (York Fairmont Resort Blue Mountains) Leura

Address: 1 Solitary Road
Phone: 02 4784 4144

Newly refurbished and offering elegant dining, eucalypt features a modern a la carte Australian restaurant menu of perfectly grilled beef and lamb selections. Fully licensed, eucalypt offers an excellent range of wines. Reservations are recommended.

The Ferns restaurant

Address: 132 Megalong Street
Phone: 02 4784 2777

A BYO restaurant and café, Ferns has indoor and outdoor al fresco dining. On the lower side of Megalong Street, Ferns is open 11am to 9pm daily except for Wednesdays. (Credit cards)

Hana Japanese Restaurant

Address: 121 The Mall
Phone: 02 4784 1345

The best kept restaurant secret in Leura is hidden away at the top of The Mall near the Great Western Highway intersection. Owner and chef, Shabata Takeshi oversees the small kitchen staff and they serve up traditional Japanese food you won’t want to miss. Attentive staff and great prices are additional benefits. Hana is open Tuesday through Saturday for lunch and dinner. (Credit cards)

The Hillcrest Coachman restaurant

Address: 117-121 The Mall 
Phone: 02 4784 3265

In an old distinctive historic residence at the top of The Mall, the Coachman brings an international French flavours to Leura. Hosting live performers on Saturdays amidst old world charm, the restaurant has become a favourite spot for jazz aficionados from across the Blue Mountains and Sydney alike. (Credit cards)

Jamison's Restaurant

Address: 1 Sublime Point
Phone: 02 4784 4144

Located in the York Fairmont Resort Blue Mountains, Jamisons restaurant offers an abundant buffet for dining. It is always a big hit with families. Fully licensed, the restaurant offers a range of great wines. (Credit cards) Don’t overlook the Embers Bar, with its magnificent view of the spectacular valley. It’s a favourite of guests and locals alike.

Leura Chinese Restaurant

Address: 145 The Mall
Phone:
02 4784 1722

Fully licensed with a full bar, the restaurant is open daily except for Tuesdays for lunch and dinner. Take away service is available as is catering for private occasions.

Le Gobelet restaurant

Address: 131 The Mall
Phone: 02 4784 1919

This French restaurant offers a romantic stetting and secluded garden dining. Gobelet is open for lunch and dinner.  (Credit cards)

Post Office Restaurant

Address: 148 The Mall
Phone:
02 4784 3975

Located in the old Leura Post Office, the fully licensed restaurant serves modern Australian cuisine. Open daily for lunch and dinner, the Post Office has shaded patio service overlooking The Mall. (Credit cards)

The Rooster Restaurant and Jamison House

Address: 48 Merriwa Street and Cliff Drive Katoomba
Phone: 02 4782 1206

Jamison House, situated at the corner of scenic Cliff Drive and Merriwa Street, is one of the many iconic buildings of the Blue Mountains. Now a lovely bed and breakfast, Jamison House was built c.1902. Its companion, The Rooster is a favourite with Leura locals for dinner, with its seasonal French menu and magnificent setting enchanting all. One never tires of those panoramic sandstone walls, where subtle changes of light or weather bring forth an entirely new vista. Inside, the Old World ambience of white linen, candles and greenery is entirely fitting for the French cuisine — which might include open range duck with orange cointreau sauce. A favourite dessert is the rich dark chocolate cake served with pomegranate ice cream. The Rooster has an extensive wine list but BYO is welcome. Service is attentive and reservations are advised. (Credit cards)

Silk’s Brasserie

Address: 128 The Mall
Phone: 02 4784 2534

If there is ‘upmarket’ on The Mall, Silk’s is it. Sophisticated, yet relaxed, this polished restaurant is famous for its wine list, exquisite food and proprietor’s Stewart Robinson’s eye for detail and service. The room’s warm ambience and high ceilings seems like a touch of Tuscany, and it is easy to see why legions of visiting Sydneysiders return time and again. Silk’s is a fully licensed restaurant and is open daily for lunch and dinner. Best make a reservation as private parties or corporate clients often book the restaurant.  (Credit cards)

Silks Restaurant

Solitary Restaurant

Now let’s talk about dining on the edge of the Blue Mountains escarpment. Listed for multiple awards in the Sydney Morning Herald, Solitary Restaurant is classy and Australian-modern in the best sense of the word. Dinner mains, such as ragu of rabbit agrodolce with prosciutto, pine nuts and sultanas and freshly made pappardelle pasta is among the dining enticements. Desserts are pure pleasure. Try the passionfruit soufflé with coconut, lime and lemongrass ice-cream. Service is impeccable, and reservations are recommended Wednesday to Sunday for dinner and weekends for lunch. (Credit cards)

TerraFirma

Address: Corner of The Mall & Megalong Street  
Phone: 02 4784 1734

Open daily for lunch and dinner, the specialties here are many. Fresh salads, pastas and wonderful gourmet pizzas are just a few we mention. Take away or home delivery makes life a little easier. (Credit cards) 

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