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The Grounds of Alexandria Menu Prices 2026: Full List, Venues & Best Dishes

The Grounds of Alexandria transformed a forgotten 1920s pie factory in Sydney's inner south into one of Australia's most-visited dining destinations. Across five venues — including The Grounds Cafe, The Potting Shed, The Garden Bar & BBQ, The Coffee Factory, and The Grounds of the City — guests find specialty roasted coffee, all-day brunch, charcoal-oven mains, and immersive garden events.

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Signature items

Avocado on Toast$16
Braised Lamb Shoulder (whole)$98
Bone-In Sirloin 800g$115
Açaí Bowl$13.50
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Quick answers

What to order — at a glance

Cheapest item
Make Your Own Brekkie Cup $12
Most popular
Avocado on Toast $16

All-day cafe staple

Best value dinner
Roast Chicken (half) at The Potting Shed $36
Signature splurge
Bone-In Sirloin 800g $115
Full menu with prices

The Grounds of Alexandria full menu and current prices

All prices are in AUD as listed on the official Grounds website. Weekend surcharge of 5% and public holiday surcharge of 15% may apply. Menus change seasonally — confirm current prices on-site.
Breakfast (Grounds Cafe)18 itemsLunch (Grounds Cafe)16 itemsThe Potting Shed – Small Plates15 itemsThe Potting Shed – Mains & Charcoal Oven16 itemsThe Potting Shed – Sides & Desserts13 itemsDrinks (Grounds Cafe)9 items
Budget picks

Cheapest items on the The Grounds of Alexandria menu

  1. 1Aloe Mate (drink)$7
  2. 2Oysters (per piece)$7
  3. 3Straight Up OJ$7.50
  4. 4Tropical Juice$8.50
  5. 5Immune Booster$8.50
  6. 6Roasted Spiced Nuts$9
  7. 7Chips (side)$9
  8. 8Mango Smoothie$9
  9. 9Toasted Banana Bread$12
  10. 10Make Your Own Brekkie Cup$12
What's new

New and limited-time items on the The Grounds of Alexandria menu

Seasonal

Steak Frites Night (Wednesdays)

The Potting Shed's mid-week special — steak and frites every Wednesday from 5pm.

$45 per person
Deal

Kids Eat Free (Sun–Thu evenings)

Kids 12 and under eat free with purchase of an adult main of $30+, Sun–Thu from 5pm.

Free (with adult main)
Price comparison across venues

Key dishes: venue, portion, and price

The Grounds spans multiple menus. Here is a side-by-side look at price points across the Grounds Cafe (takeaway/casual) and The Potting Shed (dine-in).

DishVenuePrice (AUD)
Avocado on ToastGrounds Cafe$16
Cheeseburger & ChipsGrounds Cafe$18
Grilled Chicken SaladPotting Shed$28
Braised Lamb & Eggplant MoussakaPotting Shed$45
Roast Chicken (half)Potting Shed$36
Grain-Fed Beef Fillet 220gPotting Shed$66
Bone-In Sirloin 800gPotting Shed$115
Slow-Cooked Lamb ShoulderPotting Shed$98
Price comparison

How The Grounds of Alexandria prices compare to similar Sydney cafes

Like-for-like comparison of common menu categories with comparable Sydney brunch and dining destinations.

CategoryThe GroundsBills SydneyCafe SydneyThe Potting Shed
Avocado on toast$16~$22~$20N/A
Eggs (simple)$13~$18~$19N/A
Burger$18~$22~$28$28
Pasta main (single)N/A~$28~$36$34
Roast chicken (half)N/AN/A~$38$36
Premium steak (800g+)N/AN/AN/A$115
About

About The Grounds of Alexandria

The Grounds of Alexandria opened in April 2012 after co-founders Ramzey Choker and Jack Hanna transformed a derelict 1920s pie factory in Sydney's inner south into an urban oasis. What began as a plan to build a modest wholesale coffee operation became something far more ambitious: a multi-venue hospitality precinct set within lush gardens, complete with resident farm animals and a working specialty coffee roastery. The Grounds employs over 250 staff and has grown into one of Australia's most-photographed and most-visited dining destinations.

The flagship Alexandria site encompasses The Grounds Cafe for all-day casual dining, The Potting Shed for share-plate dining and cocktails in a greenery-wrapped setting, The Garden Bar & BBQ for outdoor eating, and The Coffee Factory — an operational roastery where visitors can watch the coffee production process while eating. The house coffee blend, Loco Street, is roasted on-site and served across all venues. A fifth venue, The Grounds of the City, brings the brand's garden-meets-food ethos to the Sydney CBD.

Beyond daily service, The Grounds is celebrated for its experiential events: seasonal installations, Sunday roasts, high teas, themed dining experiences, and a full private events and wedding operation. The venue's combination of a working farm corner, photogenic garden rooms, and consistently strong food has made it a template for experiential hospitality in Australia.

2012founded
5Sydney venues
250+staff employed
$$price range

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FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Where is The Grounds of Alexandria located?

The flagship venue is at 2 Huntley St, Alexandria NSW 2015, about 5 km south of the Sydney CBD. Additional venues include The Coffee Factory in South Eveleigh and The Grounds of the City in the Sydney CBD.

Do I need to book a table at The Grounds of Alexandria?

Bookings are recommended for The Potting Shed and special dining events, particularly on weekends. The Grounds Cafe operates on a walk-in basis, though queues can be long during peak brunch hours on Saturday and Sunday mornings.

What are the opening hours?

Hours vary by venue and change seasonally. The Grounds Cafe and Potting Shed are generally open seven days. Check thegrounds.com.au for current times as they differ across weekdays, weekends, and public holidays.

Are there surcharges at The Grounds of Alexandria?

Yes. A 5% surcharge applies on weekends and a 15% surcharge applies on public holidays at venues including The Potting Shed. A 1.5% card payment surcharge may also apply. Cash is an option to avoid card fees.

Is The Grounds of Alexandria good for vegetarians and vegans?

Yes. Both menus have strong plant-based options. The Grounds Cafe offers dishes like the Açaí Bowl (DF/GF), Falafel Roti Wrap, Roasted Cauliflower Salad, and Black Rice & Chilli Tofu Bowl. The Potting Shed has White Bean Hummus, Charred Cauliflower, Roast Pumpkin, and multiple salad sides, all vegan.

What coffee does The Grounds of Alexandria serve?

The Grounds roasts its own specialty coffee at The Coffee Factory in South Eveleigh. The house blend is called Loco Street. Visitors can watch the roasting process on-site at the Coffee Factory venue while enjoying food and drinks.

Does The Grounds of Alexandria have a kids menu?

Yes. The Potting Shed has a dedicated kids menu (12 and under) priced at $12–$15. Options include a Snack Plate, Crumbed Fish & Chips, Mini Cheeseburger, Kids Schnitty Parmigiana, Wagon Wheel Pasta, and desserts like Kids Ice Cream Sundae and Milk Chocolate Fondue.

Can I host a private event or wedding at The Grounds?

Yes. The Grounds offers private dining, corporate events, and full wedding services across its venues. The lush garden rooms, The Potting Shed's enclosed greenery space, and the wider Alexandria property are all available for hire. Enquiries can be made through the events section at thegrounds.com.au.

How does The Potting Shed differ from The Grounds Cafe?

The Grounds Cafe is the casual all-day café offering breakfast and lunch from $12–$18, with takeaway available. The Potting Shed is the sit-down dining venue with a share-plate philosophy, charcoal-oven mains, an extensive wine and cocktail list, and a more elevated price point — mains range from $28 to $115 for the bone-in sirloin. Happy hour runs Mon–Thu 4–6pm with discounted cocktails.