Almond Bar

The term 'hot and heavy' doesn't only describe the intensity of that new relationship you've been sporting. In this case, almost everything about Almond Bar is hot (room temperature, ambience, the coffee) and heavy (dips, fried foods, mahogany decor, the bill).

A Syrian tapas theme is what you'd expect from this family business. If it's spilling out with diners, ask to sit at the bar and you might become acquainted with the very lovely and attentive restaurateurs. Be sure to counterbalance the robust flavours of the Middle East with the wonderfully refreshing Baladieh salad - think parsley, tomatoes chickpeas and almonds, fine and fused. And fear not - a vast menu, labelled with 'GF' and 'LF', caters to multiple audiences. 

 

It's not common to find a Middle Eastern restaurant that taps into the needs of the inner city trend tracker. It's the niche, Syrian appeal combined with it's traditional character that makes Almond Bar one to visit.

Almond Bar, 379 Liverpool St, Darlinghurst. (02) 9380 5318.