Located in the heart of Matraville, St Blaise offers a welcoming atmosphere for those seeking a quality dining experience. Situated at Shop 2, 496 Bunnerong Rd, our restaurant is conveniently tucked away in the arcade located between Bunnerong Road and Baird Lane. Whether you are a local resident or visiting the area, we provide a comfortable space to enjoy a meal with friends, family, or colleagues. Our commitment to hospitality ensures that every guest feels at home from the moment they step through our doors.
Finding us is simple, even in the bustling environment of the local shopping precinct. We understand that convenience is a priority for our patrons, which is why we have made access as straightforward as possible. By positioning ourselves within the arcade, we offer a quiet retreat from the main road while remaining easily accessible to the community. We take pride in being a part of the Matraville neighborhood and strive to contribute to the local culinary landscape with consistency and care.
Why Choose St Blaise
Convenient Location: We are centrally located at Shop 2/496 Bunnerong Rd, Matraville, making us an easy stop for lunch or dinner while you are out and about in the area.
Easy Access: Our restaurant is situated in the arcade between Bunnerong Road and Baird Lane, providing a unique and accessible setting for your dining needs.
Complimentary Parking: We prioritize your convenience by offering free parking facilities located at the back of the premises, ensuring you do not have to worry about finding a spot when you visit us.
Welcoming Environment: Whether you are planning a casual catch-up or a relaxed meal, our space is designed to accommodate various group sizes and occasions with a focus on comfort and service.
At St Blaise, we believe that a great dining experience is built on more than just the food; it is about the entire journey from the moment you arrive. From the ease of parking at the back of our building to the pleasant walk through the arcade, we aim to make your visit seamless. Our team is dedicated to maintaining a high standard of service, ensuring that our guests can focus on enjoying their time with us. We invite you to visit our Matraville location and experience the hospitality that defines our establishment.
We are constantly looking for ways to improve our guest experience and appreciate the support of the local community. If you are in the vicinity of Bunnerong Road or Baird Lane, we encourage you to stop by and see what we have to offer. Our doors are open to everyone, and we look forward to serving you soon. Thank you for choosing St Blaise as your local dining destination in New South Wales.
For those who may be visiting for the first time, remember that our entrance is located within the arcade. If you are driving, please utilize the free parking area at the rear of the shop to ensure a stress-free arrival. We look forward to welcoming you to St Blaise and providing you with a memorable experience in the heart of Matraville.
Amenities and More
Accessibility
Wheelchair-accessible entrance
Wheelchair-accessible seating
Service options
Outdoor seating
Dine-in
Delivery
Highlights
Great wine list
Popular for
Lunch
Dinner
Solo dining
Offerings
Alcohol
Beer
Healthy options
Late-night food
Small plates
Spirits
Wine
Dining options
Lunch
Dinner
Dessert
Seating
Table service
Amenities
Toilet
Atmosphere
Cozy
Crowd
Groups
Planning
Dinner reservations recommended
Accepts reservations
Payments
Credit cards
Debit cards
NFC mobile payments
Parking
Free of charge street parking
Free parking lot
Plenty of parking
Pets
Dogs allowed
Menus
Photos
Reviews St Blaise
Alethea Oliver
27-05-2026
Amazing food and service. The owner knows how to make guests have an enjoyable experience. He brought an extra plate of a bread and a wine on the house. He was very friendly and personable too and took time to have a chat although it was … More
Dan Deep
09-05-2026
Found this restaurant in Matraville. Totally impressed with the menu & wine list. All the dishes were fantastic, can’t single out any dish. Wow blown away the best restaurant within 10km. I’ll be back with more photos.
Price per person
$60–80
Food: 5
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5
Noise level
Quiet, easy to talk
Group size
3-4 people
Seating type
Indoor dining area, Outdoor patio / terrace
Parking space
Plenty of parking
Parking options
Free parking lot
Lena Althuber
07-04-2026
Hidden Gem!!!! We celebrated my 25th birthday at Saint Blaise and also found our new favourite restaurant. We shared a rustic tuna tartar from the special menu on the mirror, a yummy, unique calamari bean stew and the lamb ragu - the bread we had with it was phenomenal and I had to ask for more twice to be able to dip the yummy sauces. Paired with Austrian Wine and beer with our meals just felt like a trip to Europe - or a trip back home. We concluded this wonderful feast with a delicious homemade chocolate cake. I'm still dreaming about this wonderful dinner and we will be back soon. This place is close to our heart and we can highly recommend to take your time and enjoy the experience.
Price per person
$120–140
Food: 5
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5
Reservation
Varies by time/day
Noise level
Quiet, easy to talk
Group size
1 person, 2 people, 3-4 people, 5-8 people
Parking space
Plenty of parking
Sky Zhou
15-03-2026
Easily one of the best experiences dining in Sydney, and easily my favourite place to enjoy good ambience and awesome food! Every dish we ordered is above average, with truffled lamb slayed our tastebuds stunningly, even now we are still … More
Nadia Kraljevic
04-03-2026
This restaurant is such a cute atmosphere, tucked away down a lane way, just an amazing place for a dinner experience. Staff are friendly and attentive, food is amazing. Have been twice now and will be back for more! Highly recommend the roast beef and chorizo and prawn small plates as well as the lamb ragu pasta and seafood stew. More
Anthony Madunic
25-02-2026
We visited St Blaise Bistro for Dad’s birthday and had a great night! Vedran was so warm and welcoming, and the food was incredible — from the marinated anchovies and burrata to the chilli prawns, lamb ragu, porchetta and seafood risotto, everything was full of flavour and perfectly cooked. The tiramisu and chocolate cake were the perfect finish. Such a lovely atmosphere and great service — a perfect spot for a family celebration.
Would highly recommend if you’re looking for top quality food!
Order type
Dine in
Meal type
Dinner
Price per person
$80–100
Food: 5
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5
Recommended dishes
Porchetta, Risotto
Julia Arielle
23-02-2026
I've been wanting to try new food, and we ended up dining at St Blaise, which serves incredible Croatian cuisine. Although it was a new experience for my taste buds, the dishes were surprisingly comforting, with flavors that felt both fresh … More
Fin R
23-10-2025
Fantastic experience. We ordered the octopus salad, the fish stew, and the chocolate carob cake. All of which was divine. The owner Vedran is also lovely, generous, and good fun. He really made us feel special and at home. Great place, very well worth the trip, I expect to go again. More
Johnny Fraser
21-10-2025
This restaurant is a hidden gem. I took my mum out for dinner as she deserves it and I had walked past and looked at Menu and it’s been somewhere I have wanted to go to and I will be back. And Nina is the best waitress that has been in any … More
Samantha Milin
12-10-2025
The food and experience we had was absolutely phenomenal! Vedran was so attentive and personable. The food was traditional Croatian food and out of the six dishes we ordered, not one could be faulted. We will most definitely be back for lunch and could not be more impressed! Thank you Vedran for bringing amazing Croatian food to Sydney!
Food: 5
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5
Angelica Nohra
11-10-2025
It’s beyond wonderful to stumble upon a place where the owner and chef is so proud of what they are doing! It reminds me of walking into a little hole in the wall in Europe, sitting down, relaxing while the chef plates up whatever he feels … More
Violette
08-10-2025
We came here a few months ago and we had the absolute best experience!!! Such a nice little restaurant that feels like you’re eating at someone’s house/eating at a small restaurant somewhere in Europe. The owner/chef was super nice and the … More
Kirsty Margo
26-09-2025
What a gorgeous little find! Felt like we had escaped to a European wine bar on holiday for a few hours. Highly recommend the chorizo and prawns and the lamb ragu! Venture out and try it - in Surry Hills this would be booked out for … More
Rola Rahal
10-09-2025
Visited this restaurant for my friends birthday after seeing all good reviews online. You first walk in atmosphere is very warm welcoming and stylish and the service is genuinely friendly. Every dish tastes fresh loved the small dishes … More
Carla Eade
01-09-2025
This little gem, so close to home, was wonderful. I'd heard so many great reviews among locals and was able to finally experience the hype myself, this past weekend. … More
Jesse Magaña
31-07-2025
Honestly some of the best food I've ever had in my life. Get every seafood small plate you can and then finish with lamb and pork belly. More
J B
27-07-2025
Just wow, wow, wow. Went here with my partner on Friday night and had the most beautiful meal we’ve had in a very long time. … More
David Chy
23-07-2025
My experience here was quite lovely as this local restaurant has put Matraville on the map. Croatian food is land and seafood focused, so you have a nice mix of seafood and meat. Parking was super easy, free and plentiful. The chef was so nice that he came out to have a little chat with our table. Will return soon. Recommendations are the lamb ragu, seafood soup and Octopus salad. Good food takes time, so if you're in a rush, it is best to eat somewhere else
Price per person
$60–80
Food: 5
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5
Noise level
Moderate noise
Group size
3-4 people
Wait time
No wait
kara Thistleton
27-05-2025
We had dinner last week at St Blaise for the first time and what an amazing gem in matraville. The food is just as good, if not better, than high class restaurants you’ll find in the city. The octopus salad and the gnocchi were our favourites but honestly all the food was amazing. The service was lovely and warm and they’ve done an amazing job creating a relaxed, romantic vibe within the restaurant itself. We will be back!!!
Food: 5
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5
Recommended dishes
Porchetta
Reservation
Reservation required
Parking space
Plenty of parking
Parking options
Free parking lot
Svety
02-05-2025
I would give this gorgeous and inviting jewel of a restaurant 10 out of 10 if I could. Everything about our dinner tonight was perfect from the comfortable, elegant candle lit atmosphere to the warm, super friendly owner taking such fantastic care of us and other diners and the magnificent food. This is a restaurant to die for and having my birthday dinner here is an experience I’ll treasure. I’ll be coming back again and again. Absolutely wonderful dining experience. Thank you!
Price per person
$40–60
Food: 5
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5
Reservation
Reservation required
Noise level
Quiet, easy to talk
Wait time
No wait
Reviews St Blaise