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Eat & Drink

Led by Sydney restaurateur and chef Simon Sandall, Powerhouse Parramatta’s dining experiences are united by a single culinary vision.

As visitors move through the building they will be welcomed at 3 venues: all-day cafe Folded, the hidden Green Bar and Simara – a restaurant overlooking the Parramatta River.

Simara

Simara is a contemporary Australian restaurant, bringing together seasonal produce, local suppliers and the diverse food cultures of Western Sydney. Designed by George Livissianis, with furniture by Adam Goodrum and Grant Featherston.

Enjoy Hervey Bay scallops; Josie's smoked taramasalata; halloumi with Himalayan spiced spinach, curry leaves and puffed rice; woodfired Fremantle octopus with potato scallop, labneh and leek ash; and chicken Kyiv with garlic butter and green beans.

Bookings recommended. Walk-ins welcome, subject to availability.

OPENING HOURS

Sunday–Thursday 10am–9pm
Friday–Saturday 10am–10pm

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CONTACT

Email bookings@simara.com.au
Phone: 8570 8666

Folded

Inspired by nostalgia and the connection between bread and cultures around the world, the café’s menu includes stone-baked puff bread, jaffles, folded panuozzo and focaccia. A first stop for visitors, Folded is a place for a coffee on the way in, lunch in the garden or a glass of wine.

OPENING HOURS

Sunday–Thursday 8am–8pm
Friday–Saturday 8am–9pm

LOCATION

Green Bar

Green Bar serves drinks made with botanicals grown on the museum’s rooftop garden – the perfect stop between exhibitions or a drink before a film at the cinema.

OPENING HOURS

Monday–Wednesday 10am–5pm
Thursday–Sunday 10am–9pm

(during Opening Festival)

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FAQ

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