Back Row West
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Back Row West is a relaxed Italian cafe and bar on Kent Street in Sydney's CBD. It serves breakfast, brunch and lunch on weekdays, with evening service on Thursdays and Fridays. It is best known for its fresh pasta, and Lang Park is a two-minute walk away.
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Food at Back Row West
Breakfast, brunch and lunch are served, and the menu centres on Italian dishes. Reviewers praise the fresh pasta, especially pappardelle with a slow-cooked beef ragu and a touch of ricotta. Other plates include a salmon and quinoa bowl with orange and edamame, roasted vegetables with halloumi, and a tomato pasta with fresh cheese. Vegetarian salads are on the menu, but other dietary options are not confirmed.
What to order: Fresh pasta, such as pappardelle with beef ragu
Facilities at Back Row West
What visitors say about Back Row West?Summarised from recent Google reviews.
- 💬Reviewers praise the pasta and the Italian dishes in reviews from 2025 and 2026.
- 💬Reviewers say the service is friendly and attentive, and one names the manager for wine pairings.
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Visitor tips for Back Row West
- ✓Thursday evenings have food and drink specials, one reviewer says.
- ✓It is not open at weekends, so plan a weekday visit.
- ✓Takeaway orders can be placed through the website, and bookings through its Book Now link.
Getting to Back Row West
Back Row West is at Shop 1, 201 Kent St, Sydney NSW 2000, in the CBD. Parking is available. Lang Park, Hickson Park and Wynyard Park are all within a four-minute walk.
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Is Back Row West open on weekends?
No. It trades Monday to Friday, with evening service on Thursdays and Fridays.
Can you book a table at Back Row West?
Yes, bookings are made through the Book Now link on its website.
Does Back Row West have a kids menu?
No kids menu is listed, so families should check when booking.