The James

Overview

Taking prime position on Kent Street, The James is bringing classic British dining rituals to Millers Point. Set within a charming space that makes you forget the world outside, The James is delivering elevated food and quality service. 

The latest venture from SRG Hospitality, the group behind venues such as Sails Lavender Bay, Akti and The Neilsen, draws on British heritage and old-world glamour to deliver a dining room that gives 'elevated grandma chic'. Designed by Perry Drakopoulos to reflect a modern interpretation of classic English dining rooms and hotel lounges with layered patterns, pink ruched curtains, bespoke ceramic lights and mosaic tile inlays. 

Head Chef Sam Tuchband's menu honours British icons, grounded in French technique and heroing quality ingredients. "I'm excited to welcome Sydneysiders, as well as guests from across Australia and beyond, to The James. I want people to experience my love for British cuisine. We have designed a menu where guests can visit time and time again and discover something new with each visit," says Tuchband. 

You might begin with Sydney Rockefeller Oysters, Welsh Rarebit Pain Perdue, or a luxe Lobster Arnold Bennett. Try Bubble & Squeak, Lancashire Hotpot, a Blue Mackerel Nicoise, or the signature James Steak Tartare. Classic mains have a creative edge, such as beef short rib with Kampot pepper, Heritage lamb with leek and anchovy, and a spanner crab Waldorf. Or be adventurous and sample the likes of pigeon and venison. Tableside Beef Wellington brings a sense of theatre to the evening, as do showstopping desserts such as sticky toffee soufflé, fig tarte tatin, and rhubarb and custard millefeuille. 

Drakopoulos, Director at SRG, says, "The James takes something familiar and gives it fresh energy. Food, design, and atmosphere come together naturally. It's relaxed but considered, full of warmth and personality, and works just as well for a long lunch as it does late into the evening."

Images: Zi Chen. 

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