The Den Cafe and Bar

4.5

119 Reviews

$A41 to $A100

Italian

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2 people

30 Dec 2024

19:00

Neighbourhood gem
Good for groups
Good for special occasions

Welcome to Moonlight Bistro and Bar, where we craft unforgettable dining experiences. With stylish indoor dining, a vibrant bar, and a spacious outdoor deck suitable for groups and functions, we're Engadine's ultimate destination for food, drinks, and garden for bringing your dog.

Great drinks & great food!
Wed-Friday Dinner
Sat & Sun Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Sun Breakfast
1009 Old Princes Hwy Engadine

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$A41 to $A100
Cuisines
Italian, International, Steak
Hours of Operation
Wed, Thu 10:00 am–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 8:00 am–9:00 pm Sun 8:00 am–8:30 pm
Phone number
0432 269 648
Website
http://www.dencafebar.com.au/
Payment Options
Contactless Payment
Dress code
Casual Dress

Location
1009 Old Princes Hwy, Engadine, AU-NSW 2233
Area
Engadine
Cross Street
Caldarra Ave
Parking details
Street Parking
Public transit
Engadine Station

BBQ Octopus* **A$20.00
Mediterranean Marinade, Wedge, Lemon
Arancini Mushroom*A$18.00
Porcini Mushroom, Tomato Relish, Parmesan
Arancini Ham & PeasA$18.00
Ham, Peas, Tomato Relish, Parmesan
Chilli Mussels Bowl* **A$18.00
Garlic, Chilli, White Wine Napoli Sauce, Parsley, EVOO, Bread
Chilli Garlic Prawns* **A$20.00
Garlic, Chilli, White Wine, Butter Sauce, Lemon, Wedge, Bread
Bruschetta al Pomodoro*A$18.00
Tomato, Basil, Red Onion, Parmesan, on Sourdough
The Den WingsA$18.00
Signature wings
Calamari Fritti* **A$20.00
Salt & Pepper, Lemon, Aioli

Salads

Add: Grilled Chicken $6, Prosciutto $7, Smoked Salmon $8

Caesar*A$18.00
Cos Lettuce, Bacon, Croutons, Parmigiano Reggiano, Ceasar dressing
Greek SaladA$17.00
Cos Lettuce, Tomato, Capsicum, Olives, Red Onion, Cucumber, Feta, Lemon, Oregano Dressing
Rocket & Pear SaladA$18.00
Rocket, Bartlett Pear, Parmesan, Pine nuts, Red onion, Mustard Vinaigrette
Beetroot & Goats Cheese SaladA$16.00
Cos Lettuce, Baby Beetroot, Goats cheese, Mint & Mustard vinaigrette

Mains

Pork RibsA$44.00
Spicy Smoky BBQ Sauce, served with Fries
Char Grilled SirloinA$40.00
250 gm Grass Fed, Mash Potato, Green beans, Baby Beetroot with red wine jus
Chicken ParmigianaA$28.00
Pan fried chicken Breast, Eggplant, Smoked Ham, Napoli Sauce, Fior di latte, Parmigiano Reggiano
Grilled Atlantic SalmonA$37.00
Sauteed Gem Potato, Broccolini with Capers & Sage Butter Sauce

Pastas & Risottos

Gluten free pasta $5

Angel Hair ChickenA$25.00
Chicken, Pine Nuts, Rocket, White Wine, Garlic Butter, Parmigiano Reggiano
Beef Ragu` PappardelleA$27.00
Slow Cooked Blade Steak Ragu`, Parmigiano Reggiano
Fettuccine al PestoA$25.00
Homemade Basil Pesto, Sun Dried Tomatoes, Parmigiano Reggiano
Ham & Pea GnocchiA$28.00
Homemade Gnocchi, Ham, Green Peas, Blue Cheese Sauce, Parmigiano Reggiano
Spaghetti MarinaraA$36.00
Our Signature Seafood Ragu', Prawns, Barramundi, Mussels, Squid, Octopus, Garlic, Chilli, Napoli Sauce, White Wine, Cracked Black Pepper, Parsley
Prawn & Chorizo ArrabbiataA$30.00
Prawns, Chorizo, Chilli, Garlic, Red Onion, Napoli Sauce in Penne
Chicken & Leek RisottoA$25.00
Chicken, Leek, Arborio Rice, Rosemary Sauce, Parmigiano Reggiano
Risotto FunghiA$25.00
Porcini Mushroom, Portabella Mushroom, garlic, Parmigiano Reggiano

Kids Menu

$12. 12 years and under

Nuggets & Chips
Spaghetti Bolognaise
Spaghetti Napoli
Fish & Chips

Sides

ChipsA$6.00
Sweet Potato WedgesA$8.00
Mashed PotatoesA$8.00
Steamed VeggiesA$6.00

Drinks

Soft Drinks

San Pellegrino Sparkling WaterA$7.50
Acqua Panna Still WaterA$7.50
Coke, Coke No Sugar, Fanta, Sprite, Lift, Ginger BeerA$4.50
- Jugs in GeneralA$15.00

Beer

James Boags Lager
Peroni
Corona
One Fifty Lashes
Apple Cider

Beer on Tap

Young Henry Newtowner
Young Henry Lager

Red Wine

Pocket Watch Pinot Noir (Victoria)A$10.00
Gordon Ramsay Intenso Rosso 2020 (Italy)A$11.00
Young Poets Cabernet Sauvignon (Mudgee)A$8.00
Four in Hand Shiraz (Barossa, SA)A$13.00

White Wine

Giesen Sauvignon Blanc, Marlborough, NZA$11.00
Pocket Watch Pinot Gris (Central Ranges, NSW)A$10.00
Young Poets Pinot Grigio, AustraliaA$8.00
Robert Oatley Signature Riesling (Great Southern, WA)A$49.00
Wildflower Chardonnay (Margaret River, WA)A$13.00
La Gioiosa Organic Prosecco (Veneto, Italy)A$10.00

Blush Wines

Fiore Pink Moscato (Mudgee, NSW)A$8.00
Wildflower Rosé (Margaret River, WA)A$11.00

Cocktails

$15

Southside Fizz
The Rossco Experience
Toblerone
Tom Collins
White Russian
1950s Martini
Aperol Spritz
Bounty Martini
Cosmopolitan
Den Midori Special
Dark N Stormy
Espresso Martini
Drunken Mango
Fruit Tingle
Halloween Fireball
Harvey Wallbanger
Irish Coffee
Long Island Iced Tea
Lychee Martini
Manhattan
Margarita Blood Orange
Margarita Lime
Mead Gimlet
Mojito
Moscow Mule
Mumma Amour
Negroni
Old Fashioned
Pina Colada
Rob Roy
Pimms Punch Jug
Sangria
Watermelon Sangria

Spirits & Liquous

JW RedA$9.00
JW BlackA$11.00
Jameson Irish WhiskyA$9.00
Makers MarkA$11.00
Wild TurkeyA$11.00
Jack DanielsA$9.00
Canadian ClubA$9.00
FireballA$9.00
Tequila Blu ReposadoA$10.00
Patron XOA$14.00
Sierra Milenario BlancoA$13.00
Jose Cuervo SilverA$10.00
Tanqueray Rangpur GinA$10.00
Gordon's London DryA$10.00
Kraken (Black Spiced Rum)A$11.00
Capt MorganA$11.00
BundabergA$11.00
BacardiA$11.00
MalibuA$11.00
Grey Goose VodkaA$14.00

What 119 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.5

4.5 based on all time ratings

4.5Food
4.5Service
4.3Ambience
4.3Value

Noise • Energetic

119 Reviews

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OpenTable Diner
Sydney
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 23 June 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Excellent service and food. Beautiful restaurant. Will definitely be going back soon.
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OT
OpenTable Diner
New South Wales
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on 22 June 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
As always another great dining experience. Family of 15 for hubby’s birthday. Cocktails, pre dinner drinks entrees great mains and afters. Service 101.
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OpenTable Diner
New South Wales
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on 13 April 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
My husband and I have dined in the Den a few times , always enjoyed the food , service atmosphere and the staff. Venue very clean. Have booked another family dinner in near future. Tonight the music, and temperature just perfect for date night with the hubby.
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JanS
Sydney
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on 17 February 2024
1. Overall 3
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 1
We enjoyed the night but would loved to have seen white tablecloths on the table out the back. It looked extremely plain and needs something done to enhance the decor Overall staff lovely and meals nice
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ClaireH
Sydney
1 review
1.0
1 review
Dined on 29 December 2023
1. Overall 1
2. Food 3
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 3
I made the booking for my hens evening successfully and was very excited to try the den for the first time. I received a reminder of the booking successfully over email however, when I arrived the venue was closed. We were left literally in the rain with no attempts from the business to contact me and advise me they were closed. After googling we found the Facebook page stated that there was a gas leak 6 days earlier and they had tried to contact people to cancel bookings. I had no contact made with me at all, over email or phone both of which were needed for the booking. I’m sorry to say, this was extremely disappointing.
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PeterK
Sydney
1 review
1.0
1 review
Dined on 23 December 2023
1. Overall 1
2. Food 1
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 1
I'm not sure where the issue lies but the restaurant was not open at the time we booked on OpenTable. 8pm on a Saturday night.
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OT
OpenTable Diner
Gold Coast
1 review
1.0
1 review
Dined on 22 December 2023
1. Overall 1
2. Food 1
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 1
They didn't turn up to open the restaurant even though we had a reservation, which I had confirmed. so we went elsewhere
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LynneL
Sydney
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 21 December 2023
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 3
Food was limited and lots of chicken but delicious
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KathyT
Sydney
2 reviews
2.0
2 reviews
Dined on 28 October 2023
1. Overall 2
2. Food 1
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 2
Thought we would try after the change in ownership. Service was friendly but not great. Food very average shared arancini was cold. Limited choice when told steak was not available. We both ended up with ribs and while tasty enough it was ribs smothered in a sauce with chips. Not what I was after I was hoping for a more upmarket choice. I feel for the new owners but their game needs to be lifted if they are going to be successful and there is areal opportunity for a decent restaurant to do well in Engadine. I hope things improve but doubt I will be back.
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AlyO
Sydney
2 reviews
2.0
2 reviews
Dined on 11 October 2023
1. Overall 2
2. Food 1
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 3
A nice spot to eat, unfortunately the waiter didn’t seem to understand food allergies. I am a coeliac and order a GF pasta. Even double checking whilst ordering and also once my meal was bought out didn’t seem to help. My friends meal was nice.
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FAQs

The Den Cafe and Bar is rated 4.5 stars by 119 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a booking

2 people

30 Dec 2024

19:00

1009 Old Princes Hwy, Engadine, AU-NSW 2233

Additional information

Cross Street
Caldarra Ave
Area
Engadine
Hours of Operation
Wed, Thu 10:00 am–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 8:00 am–9:00 pm Sun 8:00 am–8:30 pm
Price
$A41 to $A100
Cuisines
Italian, International, Steak
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Street Parking
Public transit
Engadine Station
Payment Options
Contactless Payment

Website
http://www.dencafebar.com.au/
Phone number
0432 269 648

The Den Cafe and Bar

Make a booking

Additional information

Entrée

BBQ Octopus* **A$20.00

Arancini Mushroom*A$18.00

Arancini Ham & PeasA$18.00

Chilli Mussels Bowl* **A$18.00

Chilli Garlic Prawns* **A$20.00

Bruschetta al Pomodoro*A$18.00

The Den WingsA$18.00

Calamari Fritti* **A$20.00

Salads

Caesar*A$18.00

Greek SaladA$17.00

Rocket & Pear SaladA$18.00

Beetroot & Goats Cheese SaladA$16.00

Mains

Pork RibsA$44.00

Char Grilled SirloinA$40.00

Chicken ParmigianaA$28.00

Grilled Atlantic SalmonA$37.00

Pastas & Risottos

Angel Hair ChickenA$25.00

Beef Ragu` PappardelleA$27.00

Fettuccine al PestoA$25.00

Ham & Pea GnocchiA$28.00

Spaghetti MarinaraA$36.00

Prawn & Chorizo ArrabbiataA$30.00

Chicken & Leek RisottoA$25.00

Risotto FunghiA$25.00

Kids Menu

Nuggets & Chips

Spaghetti Bolognaise

Spaghetti Napoli

Fish & Chips

Sides

ChipsA$6.00

Sweet Potato WedgesA$8.00

Mashed PotatoesA$8.00

Steamed VeggiesA$6.00

Drinks

Soft Drinks

San Pellegrino Sparkling WaterA$7.50

Acqua Panna Still WaterA$7.50

Coke, Coke No Sugar, Fanta, Sprite, Lift, Ginger BeerA$4.50

Beer

James Boags Lager

Peroni

Corona

One Fifty Lashes

Apple Cider

Beer on Tap

Young Henry Newtowner

Young Henry Lager

Red Wine

Pocket Watch Pinot Noir (Victoria)A$10.00

Gordon Ramsay Intenso Rosso 2020 (Italy)A$11.00

Young Poets Cabernet Sauvignon (Mudgee)A$8.00

Four in Hand Shiraz (Barossa, SA)A$13.00

White Wine

Giesen Sauvignon Blanc, Marlborough, NZA$11.00

Pocket Watch Pinot Gris (Central Ranges, NSW)A$10.00

Young Poets Pinot Grigio, AustraliaA$8.00

Robert Oatley Signature Riesling (Great Southern, WA)A$49.00

Wildflower Chardonnay (Margaret River, WA)A$13.00

La Gioiosa Organic Prosecco (Veneto, Italy)A$10.00

Blush Wines

Fiore Pink Moscato (Mudgee, NSW)A$8.00

Wildflower Rosé (Margaret River, WA)A$11.00

Cocktails

Southside Fizz

The Rossco Experience

Toblerone

Tom Collins

White Russian

1950s Martini

Aperol Spritz

Bounty Martini

Cosmopolitan