bistrotaste
Wide view of the bistrotaste dining room with butter-yellow walls, oxblood banquettes, white tablecloths, and a checkerboard floor border

Welcome to our space

A Room with a Story

Step into bistrotaste, where butter-yellow walls, oxblood accents, and checkerboard floors create a lively yet elegant backdrop for every meal.

The space blends contemporary Australian design with a playful European soul. Natural light floods the dining room by day, while warm lighting transforms it by night.

The dining room

Where Every Table Feels Special

The dining room is a study in contrasts: crisp white tablecloths against oxblood leather banquettes, polished timber floors underfoot, and a checkerboard border that adds a playful rhythm.

  • Tables are spaced generously to allow private conversation.
  • Large windows offer views of Queen Street, connecting diners to the city.
  • Pendant lights cast a warm glow, enhancing the intimate atmosphere.

A Palette That Invites

Butter yellow walls reflect daylight, making the room feel bright and cheerful, while oxblood accents add depth and sophistication. Powder-blue tiled walls behind the bar echo the bistro's coastal Australian setting, and off-white ceilings keep the space airy and open.

Close-up of a bistrotaste table setting with white tablecloth, polished cutlery, a small flower vase, and oxblood banquette in the background

The bar

Crafted for Conversation

The bar is a centrepiece of bistrotaste, with a polished timber counter, backlit shelves of spirits, and a powder-blue tiled backdrop that adds a fresh, coastal feel.

  • Bar stools upholstered in oxblood leather invite guests to linger.
  • The bar serves both the dining room and a dedicated lounge area.
  • Signature cocktails are prepared with theatrical flair.
Bistrotaste bar counter with polished timber top, backlit shelves, and powder-blue tiled wall
Bartender pouring a cocktail into a coupe glass with ice and citrus peel visible
Close-up of the bistrotaste checkerboard floor in butter yellow and off-white tiles

Signature details

Checkerboard Floors and Tiled Walls

The checkerboard pattern is a recurring motif, appearing in the floor tiles and as a decorative border. It adds a sense of movement and playfulness, echoing the roulette wheel of our casino evenings.

  • Powder-blue and off-white tiles create a subtle checkerboard effect on feature walls.
  • The pattern is used sparingly to avoid overwhelming the space.

Roulette Number Accents

Discreet roulette numbers are incorporated into the design—etched on glass, printed on menu covers, and featured on decorative plaques. They hint at the evening entertainment without dominating the daytime atmosphere. Numbers appear in oxblood on off-white backgrounds, and they serve as conversation starters for guests.

Day to night

From Sunlight to Candlelight

By day, large windows and butter-yellow walls create a bright, casual setting for lunch. As evening falls, dimmed pendant lights and candles on tables shift the mood to something more intimate and sophisticated.

Lighting scenes are pre-set for different times of day, and the transition is seamless, enhancing the dining experience.

The bistrotaste dining room during bright daylight with sunlight streaming through windows
Bright and airy for lunch
The same dining room in the evening with dimmed pendant lights and candles on tables
Warm and intimate after dark

Casino evenings ambience

A Touch of Retro Glamour

During casino evenings, the bistro takes on a subtle retro glamour. Roulette wheels and card tables are set up in designated areas, while the existing decor—checkerboard floors, oxblood leather—provides a fitting backdrop.

  • Lighting is adjusted to a warmer, more dramatic setting.
  • Music playlists shift to jazz and swing.
  • The atmosphere remains refined, never garish.
A roulette table set up in a corner of bistrotaste with checkerboard floor and oxblood banquettes visible

Gallery

Browse a selection of photographs capturing the details that make bistrotaste unique—from the curve of a banquette to the gleam of a wine glass.

Plan your visit

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