Timbah - GLEBE

Wonderful evening in an intimate venue in Glebe. Beautiful wines, great music and outstanding food. It probably helped that Callan Smith from Masterchef fame was in the kitchen. We will be back. Thank you!

A lovely venue to have a tipple or two served with some great bar food snacks or cheeses on offer.<br/ <br/ This was our third place to visit as part of The Glebe Tasting Treks. We had some Salmon Blinis to whet the appetite. We finished with a Cheeseboard and nice glasses of wine. There was a super creamy cheese on the board that was definitely a highlight for most on this food tour. <br/ <br/ This wine bar is definitely a great place to hang out as a great end to an evening with wine and cheese or just as a stand-alone for leisurely evening with friends or family.

Been here a few times and it’s always a such a nice experience. The food itself hasn’t been the highlight but the atmosphere and vibe is always enjoyable! Especially when there has been live music! Can’t beat good cheese, nice wine and and sounds of an acoustic guitar to start the evening or end a long day.

I have never tried tapas before, so I was so excited when my friend told us she was treating us here for her birthday dinner. A bit difficult to find after getting off from the tram and Google maps made it worse finding this gem but, we eventually got there after a fair bit of walking. Although we were late for our booking, the lady still welcomed us with the smile on her face and she was like a concerned mom, which was refreshing. My friend ordered all the tapas on the menu and I loved all of them as they were good portion sizes, seasoned well and absolutely tasty. The interiors of the restaurant had that intimate feel as there were only a few seats available. We reckoned everyone who came that day knew one another as they were chatting in the restaurant like in a family gatherin. As we watched the live band serenade their guests, the dining experience became a highly enjoyable time as it the songs were soothing to the soul. I would love to come back to this place when given the chance.

I've been passing Timbah for months, and after visiting for the first time last night, I can't help but feel like I've wasted some time not dropping in sooner. Looking for something low-key and relaxed for some quality food and some decent vino during the week without the noise, Timbah sure pleased. The service is warm, and dining format is explained up front if you're new to the experience. There is a sophisticated yet unpretentious vibe, easily capable of taking place of one of your regulars. Everything is order at the bar, with a few exceptions when quiet. Any open wines can be purchased by the glass, alternatively you can opt for anything and everything if committing to a bottle.<br/ <br/ The menu is constructed of various small plates with most proteins, although I wish there were a few more vegetarian/green options. Dishes here incorporate significant Australian fare, utilising goodies like bush tomatoes, quandong, lemon myrtle and native thyme. Cured salmon and TFC (Timbah Fried Chicken) are very much worth ordering, although the kangaroo with kale and parsnip was the clear standout. The kangaroo is served cold, and only slightly seared, and reminiscent of a thick pastrami to some extent. It's delicate and tender, and perfect for those new to roo as it doesn't have an overwhelming game taste one may expect. <br/ <br/ Dessert options are available, but the option to devise your own cheese platter shouldn't be overlooked. Any cheeses recommended or selected arrive with warm toasted walnut bread, crisps, and a house made quandong port jelly, and is enough to be savoured over an easy additional hour. <br/ <br/ Between two big appetites, we shared three dishes, and a two-cheese platter, leaving us more than satisfied, and excited to return for next time.