The James
Last updated★ 4.4 · 173 Google reviews
The James is an elegant restaurant on Kent Street in Millers Point, serving classic British dishes with a contemporary Australian touch. Visitors come for long lunches, birthday dinners and group celebrations, and the Beef Wellington and attentive service stand out. Observatory Hill Park is a two-minute walk away.
Cuisine at The James
Food at The James
The menu takes classic British foundations and reimagines them with a contemporary Australian approach. The Beef Wellington is the dish diners keep naming, and it is available by pre-order only because supply is limited. Salmon entrées and beef tartare also come up, and beef cheeks feature as a main. Vegetarian dishes are listed.
What to order: Beef Wellington, pre-order only · Salmon entrée
Drinks at The James
The wine list balances international benchmarks with Australian producers, and cocktails are on the drinks list. The restaurant also runs a Spring Club offer of $99 bottles of Taittinger and $3 oysters from 6 October to 15 November.
Set menus and weekday deals
The James Lunch Break runs Monday to Friday at lunch only, and the Perfect Mid-Week Menu offers three courses. Sunday Roast, the restaurant's take on a classic English roast, runs from 11 October to 29 November. Groups of 10 to 25 can choose between a Classic and a Premium set menu.
What customers say about The James
- 💬Diners praise the food as tasty, light and well balanced.
- 💬Service gets praise, with staff described as very nice and attentive.
- 💬The elegant interiors and atmosphere make it feel special for dinner.
Tips for visiting The James
- ✓Order the Beef Wellington ahead of your visit, since it has to be pre-ordered.
- ✓Weekend bills carry a 12% surcharge, and groups also pay a 10% gratuity.
- ✓Street parking nearby is limited and time-restricted, so the Wilsons carparks in the vicinity are the easier option.
Getting to The James
The restaurant is on the corner of 89–113 Kent Street in Millers Point, Sydney. Wynyard Station is a 10–12 minute walk away, and buses run along Kent Street. Street parking is limited and time-restricted, with two Wilsons carparks in the vicinity.
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FAQ about The James
What cuisine does The James serve?
It serves classic British dishes reimagined with a contemporary Australian approach.
Can I book a table at The James?
Yes, you can email reservations@thejamessydney.com.au or call (02) 9460 0048.
Does The James have vegetarian options?
Yes, vegetarian dishes are on the menu.
Does The James serve alcohol?
Yes, it serves cocktails and a wine list that includes international and Australian producers.