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The Potting Shed at The Grounds

Restaurant · Modern AustralianAlexandria4.3 (3,085 Google reviews)

10+ gluten-free dishes

13 dishes are gluten free as served and 1 more can be made gluten free on request, out of 61 dishes on The Potting Shed at The Grounds’s menu, read 1 Nov 2026. Also 33 nut free, 6 dairy free. Source: thegrounds.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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Per The Grounds of the City menu footer: the kitchen handles nuts, shellfish, gluten and eggs, and allergen-free food cannot be guaranteed.

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  • BreakfastServing breakfast until 11:30amBreakfastsource
  • Lunch & DinnerServing from 11:45am. Last orders are taken 30 minutes prior to closing.Lunch, Dinnersource
  • KidsBreakfast until 11:30am; lunch & dinner from 11:45am. Available for kids aged 12 and under.Kidssource
DishGlutenDairyNutsEggSoySesameShellfishFishVegVeganPrice
BreakfastMenu read 1 Nov 2026 · thegrounds.com.au
House CrumpetsCultured butter, whipped ricotta, honey, blackberry jam $18
Toasted Buckwheat GranolaAlmonds, poached peaches, blackberry, sheep's-milk yoghurt, honey $21
Mango & Raspberry BircherOvernight oats, green apple, raspberry compote, cultured yoghurt, almonds, pressed apple syrup $23
Caramelised Banana French ToastVanilla custard, salted pecan brittle, cultured cream, blueberry compote $27
Continental Breakfast for TwoSelection of pastries, breads, crumpets, condiments, coconut yoghurt, fresh cut fruit $48
Buttermilk HotcakesBrown-butter buttermilk hotcakes, nectarines, strawberries, mascarpone chantilly, pistachio, strawberry syrup $28
Avocado ToastFresh ricotta, tomato, lemon, chilli oil, dukkahGF on request: GF/DF on requestDF on request: GF/DF on request $25
Eggs Florentine on Croissant RollGrilled halloumi, mushrooms, spring greens, hollandaise, poached eggs $26
Maple-Glazed Smoked Bacon & Egg RollScrambled egg, cheddar, caramelised onion, lettuce, house brown-sauce relish, brioche bun $27
Eggs on ToastThe Grounds sourdough $18
Croque MadameThick leg ham, Gruyère, béchamel, Dijon, Turkish bread, fried egg, cornichons $28
Grilled Bacon ChopSmoked bacon, fried eggs, mustard cream, crushed potato, cavolo neroGluten not stated: fried: ask whether the fryer is shared $27
Hot Smoked Salmon RoyalePotato rösti, spinach, poached eggs, sauce mousseline, dill, trout roe $36
White Asparagus & Prosciutto OmeletteAged cheddar, caramelised onion, spinach, chive, lemon $36
Lobster BenedictPoached egg, crumpet, hash brown, tarragon hollandaise, lemon $48
Spring Garden Breakfast BowlTomatoes, squash, asparagus, farro, cauliflower, spring onion, whipped lemon ricotta, chilli, pine nuts, soft boiled egg, pomegranate molass $24
Sirloin Steak & EggsCrisp potatoes, mushrooms, asparagus, green peppercorn jus $43
AvocadoLemon $6
Potato Gem $6
Streaky Bacon $9
Halloumi $8
MushroomsWith spring greens $12
Pork & Fennel Chipolata Sausage $9
Lunch & DinnerMenu read 1 Nov 2026 · thegrounds.com.au
Oysters of the DayLemon, finger lime, mignonette $7
Swimmer Crab & Prawn ToastSesame seeds, lime & chilli mayo $15
Salt & Pepper Scampi Tail Brioche RollSoy aioli, lettuce, crispy chilli oil $16
Spring Veggie PlateSpring baby veg, olives, whipped feta, honey, chive, lemon $18
Burrata & NectarinesGreen tomato, basil, vincotto, capers, jalapeno, sourdough crisp $25
Hot Smoked Salmon RillettesSoft boiled egg, brioche toast, radishes, lemon, pickles $28
Snapper CrudoPeach, finger lime, cucumber, shiso & mandarin oil, sesame $29
Seared Lamb LoinCeleriac, pea, fennel, remoulade, salsa verde $32
Smoked Chicken SaladWhite asparagus, artichoke, radish, almond, parmesan $28
Hand-Cut Steak TartareCornichons, capers, shallot, Dijon, quail egg, potato chipsGluten not stated: fried: ask whether the fryer is shared $30
Grass Fed Beef BurgerThree cheeses, lettuce, tomato, onion, pickles, burger sauce, relish, friesDF on request: DF on request $32
Minute Steak SandwichFried onions, pickles, green sauce, cheddar, café de Paris butter $35
Gnocchi with Asparagus & Goats CheeseSpring greens, zucchini flowers, goats curd, burnt butter, sage, chilli, pine nuts $36
Prawn & Pippi TagliatelleCuttlefish, nduja, tomato, garlic, pangrattato, chilli, bottarga $44
Grilled Pork Scotch 300gMustard greens, hispi cabbage, shallots, charcuterie sauce $43
Crispy-Skin HapukuSpanner crab, asparagus, peas, champagne butter $55
Roasted Kinross Lamb RumpWhite beans, artichokes, peas, confit shallots, salsa verde $48
Roasted Free Range Half ChickenFried kipfler, sweet corn, swiss brown, brandy sauce, tarragonGluten not stated: fried: ask whether the fryer is shared $38
Charred Beef Fillet 200gGratin potato, buttered asparagus, bordelaise sauce $58
Wagyu Scotch Fillet 300gFrites, broccolini, garlic & tarragon butter, red wine jus $68
Spring FattoushTomatoes, cucumber, radish, asparagus, feta, crisp flatbread, sumac onions, pomegranate vinaigrette $24
Chicken WaldorfRoasted chicken, baby gem, celery, apple, grapes, walnuts, tarragon crème fraîche $30
Classic Seared Tuna NiçoiseGreen beans, kipfler potatoes, tomato confit, olives, cos hearts, croutons, anchovy, soft egg $35
Shoestring FriesTarragon aioli, parmesanGluten not stated: fried: ask whether the fryer is shared $12
Cucumber Apple BowlChampagne vinegar, dill yoghurt, mint $11
Grilled BroccoliniChilli, garlic, pecorino $12
Roasted Baby CarrotsTruffle honey, sesame vinaigrette $13
Roasted Duck Fat PotatoesLemon, parsley, capers $12
Chopped CosGreen onion, green olives, feta, lemon oil $11
KidsMenu read 1 Nov 2026 · thegrounds.com.au
Bacon & Egg Toast $12
Toasted Ham & Cheese SandwichPotato gems $12
Mini PancakesBerries & maple syrup $12
Chicken Schnitzel & Chips $12
Steak & Vegetables $12
Fish & ChipsTartare sauce $12
Grilled ChickenSalad & chips $12
Spaghetti NapolitanaParmesan cheese $12
Vanilla Ice CreamChoice of salted caramel, strawberry or chocolate syrup $9

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

The menu’s own key: GF - Gluten Free | DF - Dairy Free | NF - Nut Free | VG - Vegan | V - Vegetarian | A - Australian | I - Imported | M - Mixed · GF - Gluten Free | DF - Dairy Free | NF - Nut Free | VG - Vegan | V - Vegetarian

Facts

Address41-43 Bourke Rd, Alexandria NSW 2015, Australia
AreaSydney City & Inner East
KindRestaurant · Modern Australian
Phone+61 2 9699 2225
Websitethegrounds.com.au
BookingOnline
Google rating4.3 from 3,085 reviews
Menu read1 Nov 2026 from thegrounds.com.au
Hours
  • Monday11:30am–9pm
  • Tuesday11:30am–9pm
  • Wednesday11:30am–9pm
  • Thursday11:30am–9pm
  • Friday11:30am–9:30pm
  • Saturday11am–9:30pm
  • Sunday11am–9pm
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Where this comes from

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 The Potting Shed at The Grounds

Does The Potting Shed at The Grounds have gluten-free options?

Yes: 13 dishes are 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 The Potting Shed at The Grounds coeliac friendly?

The venue notes: “Per The Grounds of the City menu footer: the kitchen handles nuts, shellfish, gluten and eggs, and allergen-free food cannot be guaranteed.”. 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 The Potting Shed at The Grounds?

Avocado Toast (GF/DF on request).

When is The Potting Shed at The Grounds open?

Monday: 11:30am–9pm. Tuesday: 11:30am–9pm. Wednesday: 11:30am–9pm. Thursday: 11:30am–9pm. Friday: 11:30am–9:30pm. Saturday: 11am–9:30pm. Sunday: 11am–9pm. Hours can change on public holidays; check with the venue.

Can I book The Potting Shed at The Grounds online?

Yes, through the venue’s booking page: https://www.google.com/maps/reserve/v/dine/c/mHcz4akH5aw?source=pa&opi=79508299&hl=en-US&gei=DK3naonrMbbMkPIPmOOv4AI&ahbb=1&sourceurl=https://www.google.com/search?tbm%3Dmap%26q%3Drestaurants%26pb%3D!4m9!1m3!1d13244.574950819708!2d151.2195!3d-33.9117!2m0!3m2!1i1728!2i370!4f13.1!7i20!8i0!10b1!12m35!1m2!18b1!30b1!2m3!5m1!6e2!20e3!6m13!4b1!49b1!63m0!66b1!74i150000!75b1!85b1!89b1!91b1!114b1!149b1!196b1!206b1!10b1!12b1!13b1!14b1!16b1!17m1!3e1!20m3!5e2!6b1!14b1!46m1!1b0!94b1!19m4!2m3!1i360!2i120!4i8!20m57!2m2!1i203!2i100!3m2!2i4!5b1!6m6!1m2!1i86!2i86!1m2!1i408!2i240!7m42!1m3!1e1!2b0!3e3!1m3!1e2!2b1!3e2!1m3!1e2!2b0!3e3!1m3!1e8!2b0!3e3!1m3!1e10!2b0!3e3!1m3!1e10!2b1!3e2!1m3!1e9!2b1!3e2!1m3!1e10!2b0!3e3!1m3!1e10!2b1!3e2!1m3!1e10!2b0!3e4!2b1!4b1!9b0!22m6!1s9OAWZ6buJea7hbIP8M6GyAk:440!2s1i:0,t:20588,p:9OAWZ6buJea7hbIP8M6GyAk:440!4m1!2i20588!7e81!12e3!24m107!1m28!13m9!2b1!3b1!4b1!6i1!8b1!9b1!14b1!20b1!25b1!18m17!3b1!4b1!5b1!6b1!13b1!14b1!17b1!21b1!22b1!25b1!27m1!1b0!28b0!31b0!32b0!33m1!1b0!5m5!2b1!5b1!6b1!7b1!10b1!10m1!8e3!11m1!3e1!14m1!3b1!17b1!20m2!1e3!1e6!24b1!25b1!26b1!29b1!30m1!2b1!36b1!39m3!2m2!2i1!3i1!43b1!52b1!54m1!1b1!55b1!56m1!1b1!65m5!3m4!1m3!1m2!1i224!2i298!71b1!72m19!1m5!1b1!2b1!3b1!5b1!7b1!4b1!8m10!1m6!4m1!1e1!4m1!1e3!4m1!1e4!3sother_user_reviews!6m1!1e1!9b1!89b1!98m3!1b1!2b1!3b1!103b1!113b1!114m3!1b1!2m1!1b1!117b1!122m1!1b1!125b0!126b1!127b1!26m4!2m3!1i80!2i92!4i8!30m28!1m6!1m2!1i0!2i0!2m2!1i530!2i370!1m6!1m2!1i1678!2i0!2m2!1i1728!2i370!1m6!1m2!1i0!2i0!2m2!1i1728!2i20!1m6!1m2!1i0!2i350!2m2!1i1728!2i370!31b1!34m19!2b1!3b1!4b1!6b1!7b1!8m6!1b1!3b1!4b1!5b1!6b1!7b1!9b1!12b1!14b1!20b1!23b1!25b1!26b1!37m1!1e81!42b1!46m1!1e2!47m0!49m9!3b1!6m2!1b1!2b1!7m2!1e3!2b1!8b1!9b1!50m5!1m1!4BIAE!2e2!3m1!3b1!59BQ2dBd0Fn!61b1!67m3!7b1!10b1!14b0!69i709%26hl%3Den

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