
The Recluse
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Harissa king prawns Charred duck breast with mushroom and cherry jus Chargrilled marinated chicken thigh, rocket, feta and tomatoes Toffee panna cotta and lavender
About The Recluse
Discover where flavour meets creativity as you dine, sip and immerse yourself in art at The Recluse on King Street in Newtown. A labour of two of Chef Julian’s passions – bringing art to the walls and refined food to the table - expect an intimate space where every flavour carries a memory. Relive cherished moments or create new ones with friends and loved ones, gathered over tapas plates; from delicate desserts to rich jus, nearly everything that graces your plate is crafted in-house with care and creativity. Begin with beef carpaccio, sour cream and eschalot vinaigrette, or harissa King prawns, garlic yoghurt, pomegranate and herb oil. For the main, delve into char-grilled pork cutlet, zhoug, capsicum and garlic yoghurt, finishing with a dessert of toffee panna cotta and lavender.
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Look What’s New: The Recluse – Newtown’s Hidden Sanctuary of Flavour and Art
Discover The Recluse on King Street, Newtown — a cosy retreat where Chef Julian’s art meets nature-inspired dining. Enjoy housemade dishes, local artworks and a tranquil escape from the city’s bustle....
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Payments Accepted: Visa, Mastercard, Amex, Eftpos, Cash
Seats: 32 Chef: Julian Maguire
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- Up to 32 Guests
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- Christmas Party
- Dinner Party
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Flavour explosions in every bite.
Every dish I tried had so many different flavour explosions, deliciously cooked meals. The duck breast with cherry jus, beef carpaccio, fried halloumi with salsa verde & toffee panna cotta with the lavender syrup were my personal favourites. Absolutely delicious.
Awesome flavours, my new fave
Chef can cooook! Amazing experience, tasty food, great atmosphere