Brookie’s latest exciting opening is Bazaar & Bar – a neighbourhood wine bar reimagining the Indian dining experience.
Brookvale has fast become one of the go-to spots for brilliant breweries and bars on the Beaches. Now, a new neighbourhood restaurant and wine bar, Bazaar & Bar, is set to deliver something a little different.
Opening just last night, the venue is the brainchild of hospitality professional Kabir Arora (Salt Meats Cheese, Seagrass Hospitality) who brings over eight successful years of serving Indian-inspired favourites at local institution Sketch Manly, and rising culinary talent Adwait Jagtap (ex. Kolkata Social, Raja), who is stepping into his first Head Chef role.
Together, they’re bringing something distinct to the Northern Beaches – a deeply personal, produce-led take on Indian flavours, backed by years of industry experience and aiming to connect guests with their own sense of home.
“This is food with a soul,” says Adwait of Bazaar & Bar’s menu. “These are the flavours I grew up eating, dishes with a story, a sense of place.”
Designed with the local community in mind and suited to all occasions, the menu features a vibrant mix of traditional and contemporary small plates and share-style dishes – perfect for date nights, family dinners, or casual catch-ups. Highlights include mushroom pepper fry, semolina crusted kingfish collar with Recheado spice, and grilled spatchcock in kali mirch butter.
For something more substantial there’s the fiery Champaran Mutton – slow-cooked goat on the bone, perfumed with smoky garlic and spice; and a coastal-style Prawn Gassi with red chilli, coconut, and tamarind.
As the name implies, it’s not just about the food at Bazaar & Bar, the drinks list plays an equally central role. A curated selection of Australian wines takes the spotlight, alongside a handful of exclusive international drops. The cocktail list features five unique and inventive creations, each with a distinctive Indian twist such as a Garam Masala Negroni made with house-spiced vermouth, a curry leaf Gimlet, and a smoked Jaggery Old Fashioned – all designed to complement the spice-forward menu.
The name Bazaar & Bar further reflects the venue’s dual identity as a neighbourhood wine bar and gathering spot for the local community, whereas “Bazaar” is a nod to the vibrant spirit of traditional Indian markets. The venue even has a spice bazaar retail shelf featuring house-made pickles, chutneys, sauces, and curated local small-batch goods.
“We’re not trying to reinvent Indian food,” says Kabir, “we’re showcasing it in a setting people might not expect. Think Indian flavours, local produce, and a glass of great wine. It’s casual, warm, and full of heart.”
The restaurant’s design mirrors this blend of heritage and modernity, he tells us. The warm, sit-down space draws from the vivid colours and textures of Indian bazaars, balanced with laid-back neighbourhood charm. The result is a welcoming venue where guests can feel at home and discover something new.
Located in the heart of Brookvale, Bazaar & Bar will be open for dinner from Wednesday to Sunday evenings with Friday & Saturday lunch.
Bazaar & Bar
Address: 10 Orchard Road, Brookvale, NSW 2100
Opening Hours:
Wednesday: 5pm till late
Thursday: 5pm till late
Friday: 12pm – 3pm | 5pm till late
Saturday: 12pm – 3pm | 5pm till late
Sunday: 5pm till late
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