Turnand Truffle Menu
Modern Australian Dining, After Dark
A seasonal menu shaped by Australian producers, wood-fired grilling and an intimate supper-club atmosphere. Explore small plates, signature mains, cocktails and exclusive poker night dining packages.
Chef-Led Menu
Every plate is designed for the glow of evening service – shared at the table, paired with cocktails, and savoured at an unhurried pace.
Service Style
Shared & A La Carte
Designed for leisurely dinners and social groups.
Dietary Friendly
V / Ve / GF
Clearly marked and customisable where possible.
Pricing Guide
$18–$96 pp
Indicative pricing in AUD, subject to change.
Dietary Legends & Menu Notes
We welcome dietary requirements and will do our best to accommodate preferences with advance notice.
V
Vegetarian
Prepared without meat or seafood. Some items may contain dairy or egg.
Ve
Vegan
No animal-derived ingredients used in preparation.
GF
Gluten Free
Contains no gluten ingredients. Prepared with care, though our kitchen handles gluten.
Please advise your host of any allergies or dietary requirements when booking or on arrival. While we take care, we cannot guarantee the complete absence of allergens.
Signature Dishes
Plates guests return for
Discover our chef's most acclaimed plates, crafted around seasonal Australian produce, charcoal smoke and meticulous detail. These dishes anchor the Turnand Truffle experience.
Available in limited quantities each evening. We recommend pre-selecting a signature dish when booking for larger groups.
Charcoal-Roasted Kangaroo Loin
$54
Wild kangaroo loin brushed with pepperberry and wattleseed, charcoal-roasted and served pink with smoked beetroot, Davidson plum jus and native herb oil.
Chef's favourite
Low fat
Tasmanian Ocean Trout Crudo
$36
GF
Hand-sliced ocean trout with finger lime pearls, pickled sea succulents, mandarin oil and smoked salt on chilled stoneware.
Light & bright
Burnt Butter Pumpkin & Macadamia
$34
V
GF
Roast Queensland pumpkin with brown butter, whipped macadamia cream, crisp sage and native seeds, finished with lemon myrtle salt.
Rich & comforting
Menu is subject to change with the seasons and availability from our partner farms and fisheries.
Full Dining Menu
From first pour to final course
Explore our full menu, designed for relaxed Australian evenings – from small plates to share through to desserts, cocktails and curated wine. Pricing is in Australian dollars and may vary slightly by day and season.
Small Plates
Begin with refined starters built for sharing – ideal with a martini at the bar or as the opening move to your poker night dinner.
Sydney Rock Oysters, Native Mignonette
$6 ea
GF
Shucked to order with chilled verjus, finger lime and desert lime mignonette.
Charred Sourdough & Smoked Cultured Butter
$14
V
Locally baked sourdough brushed with olive oil, served with smoked cultured butter and saltbush.
Crisp Fingerling Potatoes, Lemon Myrtle Aioli
$18
Ve
GF
Twice-cooked potatoes tossed with sea salt and lemon myrtle, served with house vegan aioli.
Smoked Burrata, Cherry Tomatoes & Basil Oil
$26
V
Lightly smoked burrata with charred cherry tomatoes, basil oil and toasted seeds.
Perfect to share between two to four guests to start.
From the Grill
Premium cuts and native game, charred over hardwood for depth, smoke and theatre.
Grass-Fed Eye Fillet, 250g
$62
GF
Char-grilled to order with confit shallot, bone marrow glaze and your choice of red wine jus or peppercorn sauce.
Charred Kangaroo Fillet
$48
GF
Marinated in wattleseed and mountain pepper, grilled medium-rare with smoked beetroot and native greens.
Free-Range Half Chicken, Lemon & Thyme
$42
GF
Butterflied and grilled over ironbark, served with charred lemon, roasted garlic and herb jus.
Grilled Eggplant, Black Garlic & Sesame
$34
Ve
GF
Smoky eggplant brushed with black garlic and sesame, served with native herb salad.
Seafood
Sustainably sourced from Australia's coasts and prepared with a light, contemporary touch.
Pan-Roasted Coral Trout
$46
GF
Crisp-skinned fillet with fennel, white wine butter, coastal greens and lemon.
Charred Fremantle Octopus
$38
GF
Slow-braised then grilled, served with smoked chilli oil, chickpea purée and herbs.
Market Fish, Chef's Preparation
$POA
GF
Please ask your host for tonight's catch and recommended preparation.
Mains
Hearty modern mains fusing classic technique with Australian character.
Slow-Braised Beef Short Rib
$52
GF
24-hour braised beef with smoked mash, charred onions and red wine jus.
Crisp Skin Pork Belly, Apple & Cider
$46
GF
Crisp crackling with cider-braised cabbage, apple purée and mustard jus.
Roasted Cauliflower, Macadamia & Currants
$38
Ve
GF
Whole-roasted baby cauliflower with macadamia cream, golden currants and fried capers.
Spanner Crab Tagliatelle
$44
Hand-cut tagliatelle with Fraser Coast spanner crab, chilli, lemon and herbs.
Sides
Seasonal accompaniments to complete the table.
Wood-Roasted Root Vegetables
$16
Ve
GF
Selection of seasonal roots roasted in the wood oven with native herbs.
Charred Broccolini, Garlic & Almond
$15
Ve
GF
Charred broccolini with roasted garlic oil, toasted almonds and lemon.
Native Herb Leaf Salad
$14
Ve
GF
Mixed leaves with native herbs, citrus dressing and toasted seeds.
Shoestring Fries, Smoked Salt
$12
Ve
GF
Crisp fries with smoked salt and house ketchup.
Desserts
Decadent endings that balance comfort and creativity.
Wattleseed Pavlova
$20
GF
Crisp meringue with wattleseed cream, seasonal stone fruit and lemon myrtle syrup.
Dark Chocolate Fondant
$22
Warm 70% chocolate fondant with smoked caramel and vanilla bean ice cream.
Roasted Pineapple, Coconut & Lime
$19
Ve
GF
Spiced roasted pineapple with coconut sorbet, lime and toasted coconut.
Signature Cocktails
Crafted cocktails inspired by Australian botanicals and the rhythm of the room.
Obsidian Martini
$24
House gin, Davidson plum vermouth and lemon oil, served ice-cold and crystal clear.
Copper Old Fashioned
$25
Smoked Australian whisky, wattleseed syrup and aromatic bitters over clear ice.
Native Garden Highball
$23
Vodka, finger lime, mint, cucumber and soda – bright and refreshing.
Zero-Proof Bush Tonic
$16
Ve
GF
Non-alcoholic native botanical infusion with citrus, tonic and herbs.
Standard drink measures and responsible service of alcohol apply. Guests must be 18+ to consume alcohol.
Wine & Spirits
A focused cellar of Australian producers and premium spirits, selected for food-first pairing.
Sparkling & Champagne
from $18 glass
Rotating selection including Tasmanian sparkling and French champagne. Please see our list in venue.
White & Rosé
from $17 glass
Textural Australian whites and dry rosé chosen to match seafood and lighter plates.
Red
from $18 glass
Medium to full-bodied reds from key Australian regions, ideal with the grill.
Spirits & Digestifs
from $14
Australian whisky, gin, rum and classic digestifs for a refined close to the evening.
For the full, current list and cellar releases, please speak with your host or sommelier on the night.
Poker Night Dining Packages
Dinner, drinks & poker after dark
Specially designed set menus and beverage packages are available exclusively during our in-venue poker nights. These experiences are hosted at Turnand Truffle – there is no online poker or digital wagering.
All poker night dining packages are served in the restaurant and adjoining poker tables area. Pricing is per person in AUD. Minimum spends and group sizes may apply for private groups.
Evening Opener – Two Courses & Arrival Drink
$89 pp
Choice of small plate and main, plus a signature cocktail, beer or wine on arrival. Timed to conclude before the first hosted poker session commences.
Ideal for first-timers
Available Thu–Sun
Signature After Dark – Three Courses & Drinks Pairing
$129 pp
Chef's selection of small plate, signature main and dessert, paired with three matching beverages. Scheduled breaks are coordinated with your hosted poker table.
Most popular
Group-friendly
Private Table – Custom Menu & Hosted Play
from $165 pp
Tailored set menu with shared starters, choice of mains and dessert, plus a curated beverage package. Includes a dedicated host or dealer at your private poker table in-venue.
Minimum spend applies
Ideal for corporate groups
Poker nights at Turnand Truffle are strictly in-person and 18+ only. Sessions are social and structured, with venue rules, buy-in limits and responsible-play guidelines explained by your host on arrival.
Turnand Truffle supports responsible play. Our poker evenings are designed as social entertainment. If you or someone you know needs support, resources are available through Australian state and territory services.
Planning your visit
Reserve for dinner or a private event
Connect with our team to plan a dinner, corporate gathering or poker-themed evening. We recommend sharing any must-try dishes or dietary needs when you book.
For same-day bookings or groups of 8+ guests, please call the venue directly so we can tailor service times and menu pacing.