Have been coming here to this place for years because it's predictable. It should be, since it's family-run & they've been grilling at this window for decades. A lot of the clientele are also long-timers. Perfectly grilled plain fish (preceded by grilled scampi or scallops for special occasions), bowl of potato/cabbage salad, no frills with the food, service or surroundings.
The cabbage rolls with mash are tasty & really good in winter, the mixed grill is a good buy, the seafood platters will impress mussel & prawn lovers, the Eastern European style pancakes are only for massive eaters. But's it's really about the grilled meat & seafood, I wouldn't bother ordering anything...
Pros:
-Accommodated large group with ease (8 people)
-Good wine prices by the bottle
-Pasta was fine
-large portions if you're hungry I guess
Cons:
-Menu doesn't list what comes with the meals
-Specific ingredients are not listed for any item, staff is fine but asking about every item was such a pain
-Salads were not explained well. Most went uneaten.
-SIX dollars for any sauce, which turns out is a bit of sauce in a gravy bowl
-the six dollar mushroom sauce is chopped button mushrooms, stock gravy and apparently about 8 cloves of garlic.
-just honestly, not very good food. I've had good Balkan food and this is not it. Sorry!
Probably it was the worst dining experience in Sydney. It seems to be very dirty, particularly the unprofessional looking and behaving old guy who is making the grill. His nails are full of black mess which is disgusting. They charge $35 for 4 pieces of lamb cutlets and cutlets are a low-quality grocery store lamb cutlets. The salad is also same, it's like a salad package from a supermarket. Overall, it's a dirty, unprofessional and very bad in value restaurant.
Very nice family run restaurant. We had lunch here on a Saturday and were the only patrons in the restaurant for ages. Really nice food and very filling. The only downside is parking in the area - it is the pits. Might have been better of an evening as I assume there would have been more diners.
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With a vibrant and fun atmosphere, Balkan Seafood restaurant was a great experience! With a variety of seafood to try and tantalising Croatian flavours, The Balkan won’t disappoint! I definitely recommend their platters and their take on potato salad which is so good!
Amazing fresh seafood served straight off the grill with the beautiful aroma wafting through the restaurant. Service was friendly and efficient. Very generous portions, you certainly won't be leaving hungry!
The food is great! The wait staff are very good and attentive. Food came in tasty and delicious. I used my Liven App and got my $50 cashback! Great food experience and I can't wait to go back
Amazing mixed seafood grill, we also had beef soup Bulkan salad and pancake with walnut and chocolate for dessert. Service was great and food came very quickly. I would recommend to anyone.
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Paprika Snitzel was delicious Everything was generally pricey which is surprising given the casual service and no view to speak of.Try the Croatian beer Is Pan is good
This restaurant seems to be a hidden gem.
Meat And Seafood Combination Platter For Two
Fetuccini Marinara With Tomato
Spaghetti Marinara With Tomato
Spaghetti Marinara With Cream
Fetuccini Marinara With Cream
Schaschlic Chicken Fillet
