NOMAD Sydney

Australian restaurant · Surry Hills

NOMAD Sydney

Australian restaurant · Surry Hills

16 Foster St, Surry Hills NSW 2010, Australia

Highlights

House-made charcuterie, wood-fired grill, Australian wines

16 Foster St, Surry Hills NSW 2010, Australia Get directions

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$$$ · Menu

@onthegrid

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"Nomad has a great logo (just saying). Ok that's the design review out of the way. A place to impress, they serve up a Middle Eastern-influenced set of deliciousness, in a sleek exposed brick, high ceiling, concrete floored warehouse at the hands of Head Chef Nathan Stasi (from Heston Blumenthal's Dinner in London). Owned by Rebecca Littlemore and Al Yazbek, the place has a focus on 'house made' with as much as possible of their menu produced on site. They have a huge array of pickled, fermented cured, and smoked ingredients that all end up on your plate. The entire menu is designed to share, so don't go solo and randomly rock up, even if the name might suggest it. Booze has a local focus – all Australian wines and local craft beers. The 65$ a head set menu is a good option if you want to sample all the things." - For the People

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@onthegrid

"Nomad, Surry Hills by For the People. Nomad has a great logo (just saying). Ok that's the design review out of the way.A place to impress, they serve up a Middle Eastern-influenced set of deliciousness, in a sleek exposed brick, high ceiling, concrete floored warehouse at the hands of Head Chef Nathan Stasi (from Heston Blumenthal's Dinner in London).Owned by Rebecca Littlemore and Al Yazbek, the place has a focus on 'house made' with as much as possible of their menu produced on site. They have a huge array of pickled, fermented cured, and smoked ingredients that all end up on your plate. The entire menu is designed to share, so don't go solo and randomly rock up, even if the name might suggest it.Booze has a local focus – all Australian wines and local craft beers. The 65$ a head set menu is a good option if you want to sample all the things."

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@cntraveler

29 Best Restaurants in Sydney | Condé Nast Traveler

"Nomad’s delicious food celebrates regional New South Wales and Australian produce sourced seasonally from farmers and local providors. Breads are baked in-house, and charcuterie and cheeses are made by the team. The à la carte menu spans small plates and share-friendly dishes from the wood-fired grill, oven, and garden. Perhaps zucchini flower with pecorino cheese and truffle honey will tempt? Barbecued spatchcock with harissa, and spiced cauliflower captures the Mediterranean spirit of the kitchen." - Sophie Davies

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Bennie Ai

Google

As someone who usually prefers Asian food, I rarely find Western food truly exciting—but NOMAD Sydney completely changed that for me. From the very first dish to the last, I kept saying, “This is so good!” Every single thing we ordered tasted amazing. The only dish I thought was just okay was the eggplant (茄子) — pretty normal — but everything else was absolutely perfect. Great flavours, beautiful presentation, and high-quality ingredients. The staff were super friendly and welcoming. The only downside was that the food took a bit too long to come out. But honestly, the overall experience made up for it. If 5 stars is the highest rating, then I’d happily give 5 stars! I loved it so much that the very next day, I recommended NOMAD to my company team, and 3–4 of them went to try it for themselves. Amazing food, great atmosphere, fair price — highly recommend. Will definitely be back!

Hadi Darvishi

Google

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Wow — Nomad completely blew us away! This wasn’t just a meal; it was an experience of flavour, culture, and passion — you could literally taste the love in every bite. The food spoke for itself: bold yet refined, simple yet deeply meaningful. It touched not only the taste buds but also the soul. It’s honestly hard to pick a favourite because everything was outstanding, but the lamb shoulder was next-level — tender, rich, and packed with flavour. The cow tongue was unexpectedly delicious and beautifully prepared. And the ice cream sandwich? Pure happiness. A perfect finish to an unforgettable meal. The menu is crafted with such care that every dish tells a story — not just of ingredients, but of culture and creativity. We left feeling inspired and fully satisfied. The only minor downside was parking — there’s limited street parking nearby, and we paid $18 for 2 hours. But honestly, for the food we had, it was 100% worth it. Nomad is one of the best dining experiences we’ve ever had in Sydney. Can’t wait to return!

Ana I. B.

Google

Had a really nice meal here on a cold, rainy evening in Sydney. The food was really great - nice flavours, well executed, and a creative menu. We had the kangaroo tartar, the wagyu tongue, the market fish, the lamb and a salad and they were all fantastic. I think prices are pretty reasonable compared to other restaurants in Sydney as well.

Jackie C

Google

While the truffle menu features decent options, I found some dishes showcased the truffle more effectively than others. The Wood roasted leeks, winter greens and manchego pie was the star of the show; its perfectly flaky crust and pronounced truffle taste were absolutely delicious. The restaurant itself is spacious with well-arranged seating, and the service was excellent. It's truly a fantastic choice for a relaxed meal and conversation with friends.

J Fong

Google

Recently I visited Nomad for its truffle brunch. I came across it over social media and decided to give it a go. Highlights & tips: - Nomad is located within walking distance from Central station. As such, easy to get to by public transport of buses, trains, metro and the light rail. - The restaurant has both indoor and outdoor seating. There is a short flight of stairs to get to the seats and for those with mobility issues, there is a lift chair from the entrance to the dining area. - As it can get pretty packed even though they have a number of tables, I highly recommend booking. - Decor wise is very modern, lots of clean lines but also with character. The use of earthy colours gives a very welcome feel. The warm lighting adds on to the atmosphere. - Love the open kitchen and bar area that patrons are able to see what the kitchen staff are doing. - They have staff who welcome patrons upon arrival. All staff were very professional and friendly. As they do get busy, sometimes staff may not notice but once their attention is captured, they are really good. - Food wise, the Kunafa pancake was absolutely amazing and every ingredient in the dish just complemented each other. The truffles used for the truffle brunch was very fragrant and loved how indulgent the dish felt. In fact, even before our meal arrived, we could smell the fragrance of the truffles from neighbouring tables. - Coffee was also nice here - They accept both cash and card. There was only 1 slight disappointment. We didn't realise the 1 item on the truffle brunch menu that actually didn't have any truffle was the Nomad breakfast roll. The roll was also rather burnt and a very small portion too especially when there was no truffle. The staff did make up for it and not charge us for the breakfast roll. So, kudos to the amazing staff in making up for the initially disappointing surprise. I think this place is worth checking out for their truffle menu items.

Mauyeeyee

Google

Had an indulgent truffle Sunday brunch at this bustling and hustling restaurant. Loved the energy and lively atmosphere of this place. 😎 The open kitchen allowing diners to witness the culinary team at work whilst the electric atmosphere and the sounds of people enjoying themselves filled up the whole dining area. 😃 There were a number of dishes to choose from the truffle menu. We picked Manchego Pie, Baked Taluca Park Egg and Truffle Hash Brown. For something sweet we chose Burnt Honey Cake to finish the meal. 🙂 The food was innovative and delicious. There were a generous amount of fresh shaved truffles over the savoury dishes for not just the visual appeal but for releasing its aroma. There were fined grated truffles in the cream filling of the honey cake as well. 🙂 I wasn’t sure about the truffle hot sauce came with the pie. The hot sauce tasted like Tabasco sauce with zero truffle taste due to the strong acidic flavour, I don’t think they really match with the pie, instead a more earthy mushroom sauce would work better in my opinion. 🤔 The texture of the honey cake could have been more softer and moist. The one I had was quite dense. Other than that, I really enjoyed my brunch with lovely food and attentive staff. 😃

Didy Manamperi

Google

Nomad Sydney hits different. I went in for the degustation and honestly, it was a whole vibe from start to finish. Every plate that came out felt like it had its own story—bold flavours, smoky touches, and that perfect balance where you just wanna keep going. The pacing was smooth too, no rush, just a proper flow that let you enjoy every moment. The space itself has that industrial-chic edge but still feels warm—like you’re tucked into something special without it being over the top. Service was on point, super friendly and laid-back, which kept the whole night feeling easy. If you’re after a feed that’s creative, modern, and straight-up satisfying, the degustation at Nomad is a must. It’s the type of spot where you walk out full, happy, and already thinking about the next visit.

K and N

Google

Visited on a weeknight — place was buzzing with people. We shared a variety of small plates and drinks. Would return only because the menu rotates often. Overall experience: 3.5 stars. Service could have been better. One waitress (sorry I didn’t get her name!) was super friendly and explained each dish in detail — really stood out. But the rest of the staff just placed plates down without a word (even felt rude at times) which felt off for Nomad’s usual standard. Sparking Water - $30 The price was for 4 of us Oysters (6pcs) – $42 Not bad but not worth $7 each. ❌ Would not order again (feel it isn’t value for $) ⭐️⭐️⭐️ Black Sesame Lamington Cocktail - $25 Unique and interesting — a rare flavour done well. ♻️ Would order again ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Death in the Valley Cocktail - $25 Refreshing and easy to drink (can’t taste the alcohol!), but on the syrupy side. ♻️ Would order again ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Flatbread & Carrot Hummus - $26 Crispy outside, soft smoky inside — so good with the carrot hummus (which was amazing), but would get sick of it if I ate it by myself ♻️ Would order again to share ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Denial Is A River Cocktail - $27 ❌ Would not order again ⭐️⭐️⭐️ Cauliflower Blossom w/ Truffle Honey - $32 A little too sweet — could use more spice or truffle to cut through. ♻️ Will order again ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Kingfish Crudo - $34 Asian chilli vibes (老干妈), but needs more citrus to balance. Nice if you want something light. ♻️ Would order again if needed ⭐️⭐️⭐️½ Scallops – $13 each Just okay — not worth the price. Would’ve been better if treated more delicately. ❌ Would not order again ⭐️⭐️⭐️ Carrots - $24 ❌ Would not order again ⭐️⭐️⭐️ Spatchcock - $55 Crispy skin, juicy meat — a bit salty but nice with the sour cream-ish sauce. ♻️ Might order again ⭐️⭐️⭐️ Eggplant - $26 Weird taste. Have had way better. ❌ Would not order again ⭐️⭐️ Loose Leaf Cocktail - $24 Smells lovely like tea, but taste was overpowering. ❌ Would not order again ⭐️⭐️⭐️ Chocolate Mousse - $24 Spiced chai flavour upfront, smooth texture, but too intense for one person. Definitely share. ♻️ Would order again to share ⭐️⭐️⭐️ Olive Oil Ice Cream - $26 So smooth and light — all of us finished ours. ♻️ Would definitely order again ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️