Restaurant | Card Promenade Cradle

Dining at Card Promenade Cradle

An elegant dining room designed for the hours after the cards are down. The restaurant at Card Promenade Cradle offers a refined, low-lit setting where guests can linger over considered dishes and quiet conversation.

The restaurant is located within the same venue as the poker room, offering a seamless transition from play to dining. The menu focuses on modern Australian cuisine with European influences, prepared with precision and restraint. The dining room seats up to 60 guests in a mix of intimate booths and shared tables.

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The Dining Concept

A Room for the Evening

The restaurant is designed as a natural extension of the poker room—a place to settle into after a session, where the pace slows and the focus shifts to the table in front of you.

The menu changes seasonally, emphasizing local produce and clean, confident flavors. Dishes are designed to be shared or enjoyed individually, with a focus on balance and texture. The wine list is compact and curated, with a strong representation of Australian and European labels.

From Card Room to Dining Room

Guests often move from the poker tables to the dining room in the same evening. The transition is deliberate: the lighting softens, the music lowers, and the menu offers a counterpoint to the intensity of play.

The restaurant opens at 5:30 PM, aligning with the evening poker schedule. A dedicated maître d' coordinates seating for guests coming from the poker room. The kitchen is led by a chef with experience in fine dining and private clubs.

Menu Highlights

Roasted Lamb Rump

Smoked eggplant, native pepper jus, and a slow-roasted lamb rump that balances richness with a bright, peppery finish.

Pan-Seared Barramundi

Fennel, citrus, and brown butter. A clean, precise dish that lets the fish speak while the sauce adds warmth and depth.

Dark Chocolate Delice

Salted caramel and hazelnut praline. A quietly luxurious finish with a soft, dense texture and a gentle salt-sweet contrast.

Dining Atmosphere

Low Light and Warm Wood

The dining room is a study in restraint: deep blue-black walls, warm oak tables, and soft pools of light from low-hanging pendants. The room feels intimate without being dark, and the acoustics are tuned for conversation.

Custom oak tables with leather-upholstered chairs. Acoustic panels integrated into the ceiling to reduce noise. Lighting is dimmable and adjusted throughout the evening to match the mood.

Dark, elegant dining room with warm oak tables, leather chairs, and low pendant lights — The dining room at Card Promenade Cradle

Sleek bar area with dark stone counter, backlit shelves of premium spirits, and leather bar stools — The Cradle Bar

Bar and Lounge

The Cradle Bar

Adjacent to the dining room, the Cradle Bar offers a more casual setting for pre-dinner drinks or a nightcap after the poker tables. The bar menu features classic cocktails with a modern twist, along with a selection of small plates.

The bar seats 12 guests at the counter and offers additional lounge seating. Cocktails are prepared with house-made syrups and premium spirits. Small plates include oysters, charcuterie, and a rotating selection of canapés.

Private Dining

The Private Room

For larger groups or private poker events, the restaurant offers a dedicated private dining room that seats up to 16 guests. The room can be configured for a formal dinner or a more relaxed standing reception.

Capacity Seats up to 16 guests

Custom Menus Developed in consultation with the chef

Packages Dining-only or combined poker and dining

Entrance Dedicated entrance and service staff

Wine and Beverage Program

A Curated Cellar

The wine list is intentionally compact, focusing on producers who share the kitchen's commitment to precision and place. The list spans Australian and European regions, with a particular emphasis on cool-climate whites and structured reds.

The list includes approximately 80 labels, with 12 available by the glass. A sommelier is available to guide pairings with the menu. Non-alcoholic options include house-made sodas, shrubs, and a selection of teas.

Reservations and Hours

Plan Your Evening

Reservations are recommended, especially on evenings when poker tournaments are scheduled. The restaurant opens at 5:30 PM and serves dinner until 10:30 PM, with the bar remaining open until midnight.

Dinner 5:30 PM – 10:30 PM

Bar 5:30 PM – Midnight

Closed Mondays

Walk-ins Welcome based on availability

Reservations can be made by phone or through the venue's reservation system. Walk-ins are welcome based on availability. The restaurant is closed on Mondays.

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Location and Access

Within Card Promenade Cradle

The restaurant is located on the same level as the poker room, just beyond the main lounge. Guests arriving for dinner can enter through the venue's main entrance and proceed directly to the dining room.

Address: Level 2, 88 Crown Street, Darlinghurst NSW 2010, Australia.

The venue is accessible by public transport, with several bus routes and a short walk from the nearest train station. Limited street parking is available nearby, with additional parking in surrounding streets.

Contact and Reservation CTA

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To reserve a table or inquire about private dining, please contact the restaurant directly. Our team is available to assist with reservations and special requests.

Phone +61255504821

Email [email protected]

Reservations are recommended for all dinner services.

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