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Contessa Balmain

Takeaway · Italian · Café & brunchBalmain4.5 (548 Google reviews)

1 dish is gluten free as served and 1 more can be made gluten free on request, out of 52 dishes on Contessa Balmain’s menu, read 1 Nov 2026. Also 32 nut free, 6 dairy free, 3 vegan. Source: contessabalmain.com.au, read 1 Nov 2026.

Answers come from the venue’s own menu or its listed ingredients; none of them means a dish is safe. If you have coeliac disease or an allergy, confirm with staff.

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All Day MenuMenu read 1 Nov 2026 · contessabalmain.com.au
The Ultimate Bacon & Egg RollHickory smoked bacon, fried free range eggs, caramelised onion, American cheese, house made tomato relish and mayo on toasted milk bun. Add $19.50
Real Banana Bread by Luxe $8.50
Organic Ricotta & Blueberry Bran Muffin $7.50
Organic Fig & Raisin ToastServed with preserve. $9
Almond Croissant or Danish $8
Toasted Artisan CroissantServed with preserve. $8
Sourdough Toast by LuxeOrganic white or soy linseed sourdough with preserve. $8.50
Wholemeal Gluten Free ToastGluten free wholemeal toast with preserve.GF on request: gluten free toast $9
Eggs BenedictFree range poached eggs, baby spinach and hollandaise sauce on toasted English muffin, with choice of smoked salmon, double smoked leg ham, $24
Brioche French ToastCrispy hickory smoked bacon, caramelised banana, cinnamon and real maple syrup. $24
Nutella French ToastBrioche French toast with Nutella, fresh strawberries, granola, shredded coconut and maple syrup. $24
Italian Eggs & MeatballsEggs folded with basil pesto, provolone and parmesan, topped with house made pork and veal meatballs and tomato sauce, served on toasted sou $26
Double Smoked Leg Ham & Provolone Croissant $10.50
Bacon & Egg Muffin $10.50
Farmhouse OmeletteOpen faced omelette with double smoked leg ham, field mushrooms, roma tomato, caramelised onion, provolone and house made tomato relish, wit $25
Smoked Salmon OmeletteOpen faced omelette with shallots, caramelised onion, Tasmanian smoked salmon, smashed avocado, fresh dill and lemon, with toasted organic sDairy not stated: Omelettes are often made with butter or milk, but the menu doesn't say. Ask staff before ordering. $25
Vegie OmeletteOpen faced omelette with field mushrooms, roma tomato, baby spinach, roasted peppers, provolone and house made tomato relish, with toasted s $25
Fruit SaladWith smooth yoghurt, mixed berry compote, shredded coconut and honey drizzle. $18
Almond MuesliWith smooth yoghurt, mixed berry compote, shredded coconut, honey and low fat milk. $18
Acai BowlAcai blended with fresh strawberries, blueberries, banana, fig and almond muesli, shredded coconut and chia seeds. $19
Breakfast BurritoCheesy scrambled eggs, grilled chorizo, rocket, chipotle mayo and house made tomato relish wrapped in toasted tortilla, topped with guacamol $23
Spicy Chipotle Beans & ChorizoOn two slices of toasted organic sourdough with fried free range eggs, guacamole, fresh tomato salsa and smoked paprika. $25
Contessa Fry UpTwo fried free range eggs, hickory smoked bacon, chorizo sausage, grilled roma tomato, field mushrooms, hash brown and house relish on toast $32
Contessa Corn CakesServed with guacamole, baby spinach, fresh tomato salsa and balsamic reduction + EVOO, with your choice of hickory smoked bacon, Tasmanian s $24
Free Range Eggs on ToastScrambled, poached or fried free range eggs (Orange, NSW) with toasted organic white or soy linseed sourdough by Luxe. $15
Contessa SaladBaby spinach, rocket, semi sundried tomato, roasted peppers, corn, cucumber, carrot, olives, fresh roma tomato and house dressing. $24
Caesar SaladBaby cos, crispy trim bacon, Italian parmesan and traditional Caesar dressing. $19
Tuna SaladMarinated tuna, rocket, roma tomato, free range boiled egg, shaved red onion and lemon and EVOO dressing. Anchovies optional. $24
Pesto Chicken & Haloumi SaladGrilled marinated chicken or haloumi, baby cos, roma tomato, cucumber, pinenuts and basil pesto dressing.Gluten not stated: Basil pesto is usually gluten-free, but the chicken marinade and dressing aren't specified, and cross-contact isn't addressed. $24
Minestrone SoupServed with herb toast. $20
The Deluxe Cheeseburger100% house made beef pattie, hickory smoked bacon, American cheese, caramelised onion, pickle, American mustard and house made tartare on to $24
Fish BurgerBeer battered flathead fillets, shredded lettuce, pesto mayo and house made tomato relish on toasted organic soy linseed sourdough. $22.50
The B.R.A.TGrilled hickory smoked bacon, rocket, smashed avocado, roma tomato, Dijon mustard and basil pesto mayo on toasted organic soy linseed sourdo $17.50
Vegie BurgerHouse made corn cake, guacamole and fresh tomato salsa in a toasted milk bun. $24
Crispy Chicken BurgerHouse made chicken cotoletta, smashed avocado, fresh roma tomato and shredded cos lettuce on toasted milk bun. Swap chicken for grilled praw $22.50
Fish & ChipsBeer battered flathead fillets served with chunky fries, house made tartare, fresh dill and lemon. $21.50
Chicken TortillaGrilled marinated chicken, baby cos, roasted peppers, chipotle mayo, cucumber, corn and house made tomato relish wrapped in toasted tortillaDairy not stated: Flour tortillas and chipotle mayo are usually dairy-free, but some tortillas and chicken marinades contain milk or butter, and the menu doesn't say. $23
Spicy Italian Meatball MeltHouse made pork and veal meatballs on toasted sourdough with fresh basil, provolone, parmesan and drizzled basil pesto oil. $24
Spaghetti & MeatballsHouse made pork and veal meatballs in rich tomato sauce with napoletana sauce and parmesan. $27
Spaghetti con GamberiSauteed garlic prawns, chilli, tomato and fresh rocket. $27
Spaghetti CarbonaraCheesy egg yolk sauce with pancetta and shallot. $25
Risotto ai FunghiShallots, field mushrooms, fresh rocket, chilli and shaved Italian parmesan in a creamy white wine sauce.Gluten not stated: Risotto is rice-based and normally gluten-free, but the stock may contain wheat-based ingredients, and the menu doesn't say. $27
Contessa Chicken ParmyHouse made chicken cotoletta topped with grilled eggplant, melted provolone cheese and napoletana sauce and parmesan, served with beer batte $26
Chicken CotolettaHouse made chicken cotoletta topped with creamy mushroom sauce, served with beer battered fries. $26
Garlic or Herb Bread $8.50
Bambini MenuMenu read 1 Nov 2026 · contessabalmain.com.au
Nutella Soldiers $8.50
Eggs & Soldiers $8.50
Ham & Cheese Toastie $9.50
SpaghettiWith Napoli sauce or al burro and parmigiano. $12
Spaghetti Bolognese $14
Crumbled Chicken Strips & ChipsWith choice of topping. $13
Vanilla Ice CreamWith choice of topping. $4.50

✓Free by default◐Can be made free on request✕Contains?Not stated

Facts

Address371B &, 371A Darling St, Balmain NSW 2041, Australia
AreaInner West
KindTakeaway · Italian · Café & brunch · Bakery
Phone+61 2 9555 7399
Websitecontessabalmain.com.au
Google rating4.5 from 548 reviews
Menu read1 Nov 2026 from contessabalmain.com.au
Hours
  • Monday7am–3:30pm
  • Tuesday7am–3:30pm
  • Wednesday7am–3:30pm
  • Thursday7am–3:30pm
  • Friday7am–3:30pm
  • Saturday8am–3:30pm
  • Sunday8am–3:30pm
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Allergen answers come from the menu’s labels first, then the listed ingredients, then a model’s judgement checked when unsure. How allergen status is decided.

Questions about Contessa Balmain

Does Contessa Balmain have gluten-free options?

Yes: 1 dish is gluten free as served, and 1 more can be made gluten free on request, from the menu read 1 Nov 2026. Each dish shows whether the venue labelled it or it was read from the ingredients.

Is Contessa Balmain coeliac friendly?

Chef’s Kiss reads each venue’s own menu and says where every answer came from. It never calls a dish safe: kitchens share fryers, boards and flour, and menus change. If you have coeliac disease or an allergy, confirm with staff before you order.

What can be made gluten free at Contessa Balmain?

Wholemeal Gluten Free Toast (gluten free toast).

When is Contessa Balmain open?

Monday: 7am–3:30pm. Tuesday: 7am–3:30pm. Wednesday: 7am–3:30pm. Thursday: 7am–3:30pm. Friday: 7am–3:30pm. Saturday: 8am–3:30pm. Sunday: 8am–3:30pm. Hours can change on public holidays; check with the venue.

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