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Australian Restaurant$$$$

NoLita, New York

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Behrad EatsFebruary 13, 2016
The Vegemite-braised Australian lamb neck is definitely something different but oh so delicious! Served with parmesan polenta, buttered toast crumbs and Brussels leaves.
Behrad EatsFebruary 13, 2016
The Long Island duck breast with confit sunchokes, matsutakes, apple puree and truffle jus is probably one of the best dishes you can order here!
Mike WinstonAugust 21, 2014
Public's menu is loaded with unusual ingredients & flavor combinations. Don't miss the Kangaroo Carpaccio, Twice Cooked Duck, & Harissa Goat Sausage & Goat Chop. Read about it on WinstonWanders below! Read more
LorenJuly 28, 2015
Lovely open space, hip, quality food and drinks for a splurge night. Take a turn in the Elizabeth Street Garden before dinner or after brunch. Impress your date or out of town visitors.
LorenJuly 24, 2015
Lovely open space, hip, quality food and drinks. Take a turn in the Elizabeth Street Garden before dinner or after brunch. Impress your date or out of town visitors.
SafiaAugust 8, 2015
Turkish eggs here is a must. The waiters are so nice and attentive. The place has a special vibe and strongly recommend the brunch on Saturday.
Behrad EatsFebruary 13, 2016
Kangaroo carpaccio with eggplant capanatina, fennel and upland cress is an excellent way to start off your meal.
Catherine ParkMarch 22, 2013
Love the low-lit, romantic setting in an old library. Be a little adventurous and have the grilled kangaroo, amazing. Also the ricotta cavatelli is heaven. And not to mention the best music.
ᴡ ElliotApril 23, 2015
Every dish impressed, from coconut mousse carrot soup to the salmon and venison. Can't say enough about the service. Choose Public for your next special night - we went for a bday and def be back
Jane B.November 9, 2012
Go for the Chef's Tasting Menu & then opt to add the wine pairings! Fried oyster, wild boar, and venison are ridiculously good. Our waitress and the sommelier (Sue and Erin) were both great.
June CarriganNovember 24, 2013
This is the place to go on a date or for a romantic dinner. Scallops with chili jam, any of the cocktails, mushroom ceviche, gnocci or risotto are all a must.
Hamilton GutierrezJuly 14, 2012
must in Nyc! Amazing atmosphere! Party of 4 We shared 5 apptz, 2 mains 1 dessert. 2 bottles of wine and the dessert wine pairing. Our waitress made it into a wonderful 5 course meal See Melissa :-)
Mary Elise ChavezOctober 1, 2011
Been here 5+ times
A favorite that I come to multiple times a month (sometimes weekly), it's that good! Fantastic decor, service and interesting menu that will wake up your tastebuds. Kangaroo, Lavender-cured ham are A+
Tablet HotelsFebruary 26, 2013
Design company AvroKO gave Public its stunning decor, and your tastebuds will be stimulated as well thanks to dishes cooked up by chef Brad Farmerie. Must-eats are the NZ snapper and grilled scallops.
Elena TurinaFebruary 21, 2014
Perfect spot for a nice and stylish dinner, reasonable pricing. And also check the Daily bar next door - fabulous!)
Carmen AugstineJuly 19, 2015
Brunch! We had the venison burger and pancakes, both of which were excellent. The burger comes with fries made from a vegetable similar to yucca.
Gayle FuguittJanuary 26, 2017
Service is divine, boneless whole rainbow trout is amazing ...ambiance better than so many: warm, industrial , NYC, such a great spot! It's the real deal.
Jean 💜September 2, 2012
$22 brunch set for 1 entree, 1 cocktail and coffee / tea is the way to go! Do not pass up scones with different jam samples. Lastly, St. Thyme. Just do it.
Joyce YaoMarch 17, 2015
Pricey but good. Not sure if it warrants the 1 Michelin star. But kangaroo carpaccio was awesome. And the 2 rounds of free dessert at the end made it well worth it!
Ben MackeySeptember 2, 2016
Had an amazing meal here. Definitely get the kangaroo, the curry coconut laksa and the rainbow trout with a side of carrots.
Edlin ChoiJanuary 7, 2012
Awesome brunch. Venison burger is bomb. St thyme is the perfect brunch drink. Quinoa hash browns are a cool twist. Lamington with cream and fruit start it off right. (4 of 4 petals via Fondu) Read more
Halstead PropertyJuly 10, 2013
Cheesy but fruity, the coconut pancakes are a hit. Accompanied by ricotta, mango salad, and ginger-lime syrup, these pancakes are unlike those you have ever tasted before.
Clare PeskuricFebruary 26, 2013
Been here 100+ times
Anchovies, lentil salad, duck, sticky toffee pudding... Everything is amazing! Get the wine mailbox, it's fun and gives you an excuse to have a hot date monthly!
Keith WoodDecember 28, 2014
Been here 5+ times
Chef's tasting menu is the way to go! Fried oysters wrapped in a shiso leaf are divine! This place never disappoints!
İpek A.February 11, 2015
Delicious food and perfect presentations. Like an art piece! Manhattan & Duck highly recommended.
DensFebruary 22, 2014
Pretty great cocktails here. My advice: start with a "bourbon old fashioned" (not on menu, ask for it) and then switch over to their custom version, "The Re-Fashioned".
AmateurConciergeSeptember 20, 2014
Not sure it merits the Michelin star but inventive nonetheless. My Thai is a dope cocktail and the Harissa goat sausage is phenomenal
Jason BrewApril 3, 2016
Try the avocado and crab toast for brunch and ask them to add a poached egg
Edlin ChoiJanuary 7, 2012
Awesome brunch. Venison burger is bomb. St thyme is the perfect brunch drink. Quinoa hash browns are a cool twist. Lamington with cream and fruit start it off right. (3 of 4 petals via Fondu) Read more
S SNovember 9, 2014
Great brunch. Very nice blood sausage waffles. Terrific toffee pudding. Reasonable prices for nyc. High class, imaginative cuisine.
Ernesto GutierrezSeptember 3, 2016
The grilled skirt steak and the braised lamb shank is the at to go. Such tender meat. Skip the kangaroo carpaccio, it only has a single slice of meat.
Amy CAugust 30, 2012
Roasted Chatham cod with manila clams, crispy potato, sesame wakame salad and smoked uni cream was very good. The food portions for starters and mains are very small.
Katy AoyagiOctober 18, 2013
The lavender gimlet with gin, creme yvette, lavender cordial, and fresh lime is a refreshing and tangy drink. Highly recommended!
Adrienne SMarch 17, 2012
I like the idea of this place better than the execution. The venison and bsprouts are very good though and it's a solid dinner date spot with better than avg cocktails. (2 of 4 petals via Fondu) Read more
Bernard OrtegaMarch 5, 2017
Hands down favorite spot in NYC. Been here countless times over the years and sad to hear it's shutting down due to neighboring construction.
Michelin Travel & LifestyleDecember 2, 2013
Asian and Mediterranean flavors mix in Ora King salmon or anchovies. Check out the bar’s cocktails & alcohol-free drinks. – Green Guide Editor
leo kyivJune 17, 2015
fancy restaurant. delicius food. great wine list. a little bit expensive
Raquel GCApril 10, 2017
Went for a xmas party and i loved every single thing that came out of the kitchen plus Service was outstanding!
Serena WuJune 20, 2015
Fried oysters wrapped in shiso, razor clams ceviche, duck breast & leg. By far the most memorial meal I've had in NYC!
Luk DouliezAugust 31, 2012
The pork loin and the kangaroo are delicious! The scallops even better. For drink try the Vesper martini or the old cuban.
Suraj SavaliaMarch 8, 2016
Great atmosphere and a couple of killer dishes. But Kerala the food was just good and service could have been a bit more attentive.
JoAnne KaoOctober 23, 2015
Fish is good. Everything is good. Same group that manages Saxon & Parole.
Veronica HSeptember 26, 2011
Been here 5+ times
Top notch pre-fixe $22 brunch. The coconut pancakes are so light but decadent. Do not pass up the quinoa hash browns- great nutty favor.
Eric BacolasMarch 23, 2014
Been here 25+ times
Brunch is yummy - and their dessert cocktails are fantastic.
Julie NNovember 25, 2014
One of my favorite places for brunch. Really cute spot with tasty food. Nice ambiance.
Manuel MoralesJuly 9, 2015
Great cocktails, and the spices on the pork loin were original and delicious.
Susan J CampbellJanuary 30, 2016
Nice ambiance. Very trendy. Food really good except the venison, which was just ok. Great place if you are in the neighborhood. Not sure if I would go out of my way though.
Helene EdvardsenMarch 22, 2016
Great atmosphere with all the different lamps, GREAT scallops, amazing drinks.
Joshua MartensJune 29, 2013
This place has a weekend brunch. Buckwheat waffles are incredible!
Laura ShumAugust 22, 2015
New Zealand venison loin. Wish I had room for dessert!

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