Gavroche Chippendale
2-10 Kensington St, Chippendale NSW 2008, Australia
Why you'll love Gavroche Chippendale
- Housed in the beautiful Old Rum Store on Kensington Street, the restaurant’s decor and fixtures take inspiration from the fashionable streets of Paris.
- Gavroche Chippendale is the perfect backdrop for entertaining, celebrations and corporate functions with a variety of menus that incorporate French crowd-pleasing classics.
- The wine list showcases some of the best vintages from French and Australian wineries to complement your culinary experience.
Allow our team at Gavroche Chippendale to create a tailored Parisian experience to impress your guests. Housed in the beautiful Old Rum Store on Kensington Street, the restaurant’s decor and fixtures take inspiration from the fashionable streets of Paris. The ambience has been curated from France and broader Europe to transport you to a traditional Parisian Bistrot atmosphere, as soon as you step through the doorway. Gavroche Chippendale is the perfect backdrop for entertaining, celebrations and corporate functions with a variety of menus that incorporate French crowd-pleasing classics. The wine list showcases some of the best vintages from French and Australian wineries to complement your culinary experience. While the venue can be hired for exclusive use, the set out of the French restaurant also allows semi-private hire for smaller groups.
Gavroche Chippendale Function Rooms

Gavroche
Housed in The Old Rum Store, our venue respects the history of this timeless Sydney space, whilst creating a traditional Parisian bistro atmosphere that’s unique to the city. The perfect backdrop for entertaining, celebrations and corporate...
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does an event cost at Gavroche?
Events at Gavroche start from 51.00.
This may be subject to change due to seasonality, day of the week, duration and your specific requirements. For an accurate quote for your event please send an enquiry or contact one of VenueNow's Event Booking Experts.
How do I find out if Gavroche is available for my event date?
The best way to find out if Gavroche is available for your event date is to send an enquiry through or get in contact with one of VenueNow's Event Booking Experts.
Availability at many venues around the country is limited so if your date is flexible, please let the VenueNow team know and the venue may be able to provide a range of dates that suit your needs.
What catering / food and beverage options are available at Gavroche Chippendale?
The following food and beverage / catering options are available for guests at Gavroche Chippendale:
- Coffee / Tea
- External Catering
- Inhouse Catering
- Bar Tab
- BYO Drinks
For more information regarding food and beverage / catering options, please contact a VenueNow Event Booking Expert.
What steps are involved in booking an event at Gavroche, Chippendale NSW?
There are a few steps involved in booking an event at Restaurant Gavroche Chippendale and the VenueNow team are here to do the heavy lifting for you.
Firstly, contact the VenueNow team by submitting an enquiry or speaking to one of our team members online or over the phone. We'll need to collect a few details from you, such as your:
- Event type
- Number of people attending
- Preferred event date & time (and if this is flexible)
- Budget (per person or total)
- Room layout
- Food and beverage / catering requirements
- Any other requirements
Once we've gathered these details, the VenueNow team will contact the team at Gavroche to check:
1) Can they host the event on your preferred date / time? If not, what are some alternate dates / times?
2) What is the estimated cost based on your event requirements?
This process tends to take around 1 business day on average to receive a response from the venue. Once we've received a response, the VenueNow team will contact you as soon as possible.
If you're happy with the proposed price and dates / times, the VenueNow team will connect you with Gavroche Chippendale Sydney to finalise your booking (which may include a site visit if you choose to do so).
VenueNow provides this service free of charge to you as we are paid a small fee by Gavroche if you book via us.
I have more questions about Gavroche booking. How do I get in contact?
There are a number of ways you can get in contact:
1) Call the VenueNow team on 1300 647 488 during business hours AEST
2) Contact the VenueNow team via our online chat in the bottom right of the screen
3) Submit an enquiry via the form on the page
The VenueNow team usually reply within a few hours during Australian business.
What type of events can be hosted at Gavroche Sydney?
The following types of events can be held at Gavroche Chippendale:
- 18th Birthday Party
- 21st Birthday Party
- 30th Birthday Party
- 40th Birthday Party
- 50th Birthday Party
- Awards Dinner
- Bar Mitzvah
- Birthday Party
- Bucks Night
- Christening
- Christmas Party
- Cocktail Party
- Corporate Function
- End of Financial Year Party
- Engagement Party
- Function
- Gala Dinner
- Hens Night
- Networking Event
- Product Launch
- University Ball
- Wedding
- Private Dining
- Baby shower
- Bridal shower
- Bat Mitzvah
If your specific event type is not on the list, contact one of VenueNow's Event Booking Experts and they will check if Gavroche Chippendale is able to facilitate your event or will help you find an alternate venue.
What is on the menu at Gavroche?
The menu of Gavroche Chippendale pays homage to Parisian bistros. With an array of classic dishes that capture the Parisian spirit and a wine list with a mix of hand-selected French and Australian wines, you've got the buzz of Paris in the heart of Sydney!
Try out dishes like the baked pork terrine pies; steak frites with Béarnaise sauce; pike fish quenelles; parsley- and garlic-butter Burgundy snails; and Colin's grandpa's French-onion soup.
To know more about the classic french cuisine offerings at Gavroche, visit this website.
Where is Gavroche Restaurant Sydney located?
Gavroche is located at Level 1, The Old Rum Store, 2 – 10 Kensington Street, Chippendale NSW 2008.
What are the operating hours of Gavroche Chippendale?
Monday: CLOSED
Tuesday: CLOSED
Wednesday: 5 pm to 10 pm
Thursday: 5 pm to 10 pm
Friday: 12 pm to 10 pm
Saturday: 12 pm to 10 pm
Sunday: 12 pm to 10 pm
What makes French restaurant Gavroche different from other restaurants?
Located in The Old Rum Store, Gavroche Chippendale pays homage to Parisian bistros. It offers an array of classic dishes that capture the Parisian spirit and a wine list with a mix of hand-selected French and Australian wines.
It also provides a unique Parisian atmosphere to its guests through its themed décor. Gavroche Chippendale is bringing not only classic French cuisine but also country-wide accoutrement such as the imposing oakwood entrance from Lyon's venerable Brasserie Georges, brass-railed banquette seating, oversized carved wooden bar, hand-painted tiled walls, four-metre antique French silk weaver's table, and 1950 Parisian VeloSoleX motorised bicycle suspended overhead. It truly guarantees a memorable dining experience!
What are the parking options?
Valet parking is available at Kensington Street for a $50 a day rate and $70 overnight. Pull up outside The Old Clare Hotel on Carlton Street (parallel to Kensington Street) and drop your keys off at the Hotel reception. Just walk through the hotel lobby and you will arrive at Kensington Street.