Cook and Waiter

16/12/2025

Our business was born in Bondi, and this place holds a deep place in our hearts - the beach, the community and their spirit make it so special.

Our thoughts and prayers are with everyone in the community who has been affected by this tragedy.

We are holding you close and sending strength, love, and support.

27/02/2025

Wunderlich Lane is buzzing, and we’re here for it. You can see the terrace shaping up, but the rest of is coming together behind the scenes too. We’re counting down to May and can’t wait to show you what we’ve been working on—big vibes and celebrations that are anything but ordinary.

This is just the start… 🔨🙌

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19/02/2025

Big things are coming! Saltbox Venue opens this May, and we’re counting down the days.

Get the details | saltboxvenue.com.au

Sydney’s newest hotel is now open with The EVE, a 102-room property, debuting at the intersection of Surry Hills and Redfern this week.

19/02/2025

A Mr & Mrs Palmer love story—told in twirls of Spaghetti alla Vodka. 🍝✨ Tossed front of house in a molten Parmesan wheel and served up by the bride herself, because nothing says 'I do' like pasta, cheese and a little tableside theatre.

11/01/2025

It’s Dave, our fearless leader, ideas man, incredible chef, passionate friend and father. He’s a big dreamer and his Liverpudlian charm and humility infuses everything we do (much like that whisper of delicious smoke from our that he’s always concocting new ways to use). There’s not enough room here to name all his favourite dishes du jour, but he’s always been mad for osso buco alla milanese or roast chicken with his mum’s roasties and all the trimmings.

03/01/2025

A picture of seasonal indulgence. It’s our honey-glazed duck breast with confit duck leg pithivier, rainbow chard, apple, and lavender jus. The lavender might seem controversial, but it adds a whisper of fragrance that pairs beautifully with the rich and mellow duck and the sweet caramelisation on the duck skin. Trust us on this one.

29/12/2024

From table decoration to plated perfection, keeping it fresh with only the juiciest heirlooms for this lululemon Australia and New Zealand ‘Together We Grow’ campaign launch earlier this summer, pulled together by the ever excellent Gt Studio Co.

20/12/2024

Staff lunch. We fuel big thinking and creativity in our own kitchen first. This one’s a house-baked focaccia filled to the brim with sun blushed heirloom tomato, sharp cheddar and mortadella. Abundance at every angle, that’s our philosophy. https://cookandwaiter.com.au/

19/12/2024

A very Saardé store launch at Wunderlich Lane. A good, nay, GREAT omen of brilliant things to come at Saltbox. We crafted a menu that was seasonal, fresh and matched the elegance and easy luxury of this beautiful store. Can’t wait to rub shoulders further with the Saardé Team when we move into Saltbox next year and congrats on the official opening of your new home.

01/12/2024

Got engaged recently? We can help you celebrate your engagement AND your wedding, your way. Let’s pop the cork—reach out via our link in bio. https://cookandwaiter.com.au/

29/11/2024

It’s our Executive Chef Aidan in action. Aside from an excellent head of hair, he brings an incredible passion and talent to the table. He’s worked in Michelin-starred kitchens, with Gordon Ramsay at The Ritz Carlton and with Guillaume at the Sydney Opera House. His current favourite dish du jour is our honey glazed duck breast, confit duck leg pithivier, rainbow chard and apple with lavender jus. A case in point for his style of cooking, which is all about generosity and great ingredients.

26/11/2024

A knock-out classic, cooked to perfection for your wedding/milestone birthday/private dinner? Nothing beats our grass-fed beef sirloin served with onion rings, salt, lemon and olive oil. Nothing. Served with condiments to boot—dijon, seeded mustard and a herby, anchovy laced dragoncello. https://cookandwaiter.com.au/