Eat and drink
With our partners The Fresh Collective, we’re excited to be working with renowned Australian chefs Matt Moran and Clayton Wells as well as Indigenous Elder Aunty Beryl Van-Oploo in our kiosk, with special menus in the Gallery Cafe from Palisa Anderson and Mindy Woods.
You'll find eating and drinking options both in our original building, now known as the South Building, and our new building, known as the North Building.
Summer dining package
Enjoy a meal at the Art Gallery of Restaurant Crafted by Matt Moran along with tickets to the Louise Bourgeois exhibition. Bookings essential.
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Eat and drink in the South Building
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The Art Gallery Restaurant, Crafted by Matt Moran
The Art Gallery Restaurant, Crafted by Matt Moran, provides a unique all-day dining experience in one of Sydney’s most stunning dining rooms. Reflecting chef Matt Moran’s signature style, the restaurant showcases locally sourced produce and premium Australian meat and seafood through a light, Mediterranean-inspired menu guided by the seasons. Brunch is served on weekends.
Located in the South Building, ground level
Tuesday–Sunday 11.30am – 4pm
Also Wednesdays 5–10pm (last orders 9pm)Tel 02 9225 1819
For more information and reservations:
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The Gallery Cafe
This beautiful light-filled space offers a casual dining experience in a relaxed environment. It is a perfect stop before or after you enjoy our exhibitions. The cafe serves a selection of dishes suitable for all-day dining, including pastries, cakes, snacks, salads and sandwiches complemented by a selection of coffee, soft drinks, wine and beer. The food is fresh, homemade where possible, and showcases seasonal produce from local community-focused producers and artisan suppliers.
The Gallery Cafe works in collaboration with Two Good, with all profits from the sale of Two Good items going directly to support women who have been victims of domestic violence.
Located in the South Building, lower level 1
No bookings
Daily 10am – 4pm
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Art After Hours pop-up bar
During Art After Hours, our pop-up bar serves a selection beer, wine, soft drinks and snacks.
Located in the North Building, ground level
Wednesdays 5–9pm
Eat and drink in the North Building
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MOD Dining by Clayton Wells
MOD Dining by Clayton Wells is a light-filled, all-day relaxed dining experience from one of Australia’s most exciting chefs. The menu reflects multicultural Sydney, offering creative, edgy and culturally diverse dishes using Australia’s best produce. Sit down and enjoy a contemporary culinary experience with colourful, innovative fare.
Located in the North Building, lower level 1
Daily 10am – 4pm
Wednesdays until 10pmFor more information and reservations:
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Espresso bar
A perfect spot for a quick break is the espresso bar, which serves espresso coffee, water and a selection of freshly baked pastries, muffins and cookies.
Located in the North Building, lower level 2
Dine in only. No bookings
Daily 10am – 4pm
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Kiosk
Our kiosk is a commitment to celebrating and educating about native Australian ingredients and Indigenous culture. It offers takeaway food and beverage options for visitors to the Art Gallery. Each item on the menu, curated by Indigenous Elder Aunty Beryl Van-Oploo, features native Australian ingredients.
Welcome Plaza (outdoors)
Monday–Sunday 9am – 4pm
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Art After Hours pop-up bar
During Art After Hours, our pop-up bar serves a selection beer, wine, soft drinks and snacks.
Located in the South Building, ground level
Wednesdays 5–9pm
Offers
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Picnic with Clayton Wells
Enjoy a picnic in the Domain before or after your Art Gallery visit this summer.
Clayton Wells gourmet picnic box, kids lunch box and picnic blanket now available to order online.
(Gourmet picnic boxes must be ordered at least 48 hours before pick-up.)
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Buy a gift card online for Crafted by Matt Moran or MOD Dining
You can buy gift cards for the Art Gallery Restaurant, Crafted by Matt Moran and MOD Dining by Clayton Wells.
Gift cards are valid for three years.
Physical gift cards can only be bought in person at the venue. eGift Cards can be bought online.
eGift Cards can be redeemed at either Crafted by Matt Moran or MOD Dining, regardless of the artwork branding on the gift card itself.
eGift Cards are only redeemable at Crafted by Matt Moran or MOD Dining at the Art Gallery and not at any of Matt or Clayton’s other restaurants, or any Solotel venues.
eGift Cards are not redeemable at the Gallery Cafe, kiosk or espresso bar.
Art Gallery members discount does not apply to eGift Cards.
eGift Cards are not redeemable for cash.
Crafted by Matt Moran and MOD Dining are operated by The Fresh Collective and all purchases on the gift card website are made from The Fresh Collective.
If you are buying an eGift Card as a gift, it will be sent to your guest in an email. There is an option to leave a message and specify a date for email delivery.
Personal guided tours
You can book a private tour with an option to lunch at Crafted by Matt Moran or have morning tea at MOD Dining.
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