Walsh Bay Kitchen
22 Hickson Rd, Walsh Bay, NSW 2000, Australia
Function Venue
•Walsh Bay Kitchen is located in the Roslyn Packer Theatre (formerly Sydney Theatre) and is a world-class restaurant, boasting an outstanding location just minutes from Circular Quay. Walsh Bay Kitchen is ideal for all types of events. The venue provides flexible, innovative and creative solutions for large and small functions that are sure to impress guests. It puts on a show with its sleek fit-out paying homage to its theatrical setting, oozing mood and drama. With a semi-private dining room and bar complete with an impressive beverage list, Walsh Bay Kitchen is perfect for smaller occasions, such as midweek corporate lunches, or celebrating successes after work. The venue's objective is to provide an exceptional experience and a seamlessly executed event. Walsh Bay Kitchen's food philosophy centres on beautifully presented and flavoursome food that reflects the high quality of Australian seasonal and sustainable produce. The service at Walsh Bay Kitchen focuses on flexibility and respect for all patrons; guests are invited to work with the team to tailor a menu that suits their individual style. With excellent service, delicious food, a convenient location and an amazing atmosphere, it's no wonder why Walsh Bay Kitchen rated high among other venues in the area! Your theatre visit is sure to be a memorable one!
Walsh Bay Kitchen Function Rooms
Entire Venue
Located in Walsh Bay, this is a sleek events space that pays homage to its theatrical setting. From small and intimate, to large and lavish, we can accommodate events from 10-180 guests with both semi-private and private dining room options...
Roslyn Packer Theatre
With excellent sightlines and a fully equipped and flexible stage environment, Roslyn Packer Theatre can be adapted to suit any production requirement. Break-out and function rooms, rehearsal studios and backstage facilities are all availa...
Richard Wherrett Studio
With high ceilings, historic and rustic brickwork and iron bark beams, Richard Wherrett Studio is a breathtaking space designed to wow guests. This is a versatile multi-purpose venue, technically equipped to host presentations, exhibitions...
Ruth Cracknell Room
A dedicated function room within the Roslyn Packer Theatre, the Ruth Cracknell Room features original brickwork, beams and columns, and makes for an intimate and welcoming event space. Intimate and cozy, the Room is an atmospheric space fo...
Richard Wherrett Studio and The Kitchen
With high ceilings, historic and rustic brickwork and iron bark beams, Richard Wherrett Studio is a breathtaking space designed to wow guests. Extend your guest numbers by utilising our events space, Walsh Bay Kitchen, with the Studio for a...
Theatre - Entire Venue
The event possibilities are endless with an exclusive buyout of the entire Roslyn Packer Theatre. Spread across two levels, it's perfect for a grand cocktail event with the use of all spaces - Richard Wherrett Studio, Ruth Cracknell Room, W...
Reviews for Walsh Bay Kitchen
David Keys
Being attached to the Roslyn Packer Theatre, pre-show dinners are (when we went) a 2 or 3 course option. We had the 2 course and while my Eggplant Tempura was quite nice, the Tart was not. It was chewy, lukewarm and obviously pre-made. Mains were a bit better with my Sirloin being quite tasty but the Chicken was apparently bland and dry. Overall a not great dining experience however the staff were very good. Plenty of other dining options nearby to the theatre.
kerrie staples
We decided to eat here before seeing the show ‘ Dear Evan Hansen ‘. Unfortunately it was far from an pleasant experience. We arrived at 5.30pm booking as we expected for it to get very busy later and it did. Our order was taken quickly and the themed cocktail was very nice and arrived promptly - the only good thing for the evening. It took requests to two waitstaff before my wine order was taken and another 15 minutes and another request to a staff member before my wine arrived. I was observing the bar and there were 3 or 4 staff having a lovely time socialising but few drinks were actually being delivered. Our meals were plopped down and the staff didn’t ask if we required further drinks, etc. We both wanted another wine to have with our main meal but nada, nothing. We just gave up and decided to have a coffee with dessert - once again the desserts were just placed in front of us and the staff member disappeared without and service I.e did we want anything else. I then had to go to the till area to request our bill !! We spent just over $200 and if there had been service our total would have been closer to $300. Surely you need to have a good chat with your staff. For the main part of our dining experience the room was less than half full - so no excuses about being very busy.
Schatzi Sunshine
We loved our pre theatre dinner experience! Staff were attentive, helpful and friendly. They allowed us time to pace our courses (as we'd arrived quite early for our show). The show themed cocktail was super delicious! As for the two course meals - we both thoroughly enjoyed our starters (I had the Kingfish Sashimi, it was sublime, husband had the K-fried chicken, which I found a little on the dry side tbh so glad I didn't pick it - but hubby enjoyed it). Then for mains I had the lamb (YUMM!!) and my husband the Chicken Maryland - also really good! All in all a lovely experience. We'd already checked in our coats prior to eating so it was fab to just be able to go into the theatre after we finished. Highly recommend!
Kelly Godfrey
When did restaurants only offer medium or well done meat. Only if they overcook it. All other dishes were unseasoned. For a first time very disappointing experience. No wonder everyone else only ordered the chips.
Peta C
Had a lovely pre-theatre meal here. We decided on sharing and ordered 2 entrees, the lemongrass pumpkin rice balls and salt & pepper style squid and 1 main, the barbeque pork & prawn fried rice. The serving was perfect for two to share and it came really quickly. The rice balls were full of flavour and the squid was cooked to perfection. There wasn't a whole lot of flavour to the fried rice but it was a good side dish to compliment the others. We loved our cocktails and coffee too!
Frequently Asked Questions
Amenities & Extras
Food & Beverage
Audio Visual Equipment (AV)
Other Amenities & Extras
Need help finding a venue?
Browse the VenueNow Marketplace or connect with one of our event experts to help you find the perfect venue free of charge.
Let's Get Started