Restaurant

Onzieme

35 Kennedy Street, corner of Kennedy and, Eyre St, Kingston ACT 2604, Australia

Recommended by 12 people

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35 Kennedy Street, corner of Kennedy and, Eyre St, Kingston ACT 2604, Australia

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HoursMonday: Closed Tuesday: 6:00 PM – 11:00 PM Wednesday: 6:00 PM – 11:00 PM Thursday: 6:00 PM – 11:00 PM Friday: 6:00 PM – 11:00 PM Saturday: 6:00 PM – 11:00 PM Sunday: Closed

*Opening hours may differ during holidays.

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About Onzieme

This compact Kingston room delivers punchy, produce-driven plates backed by sharp pacing and serious kitchen craft. Locals line up for the creamy galette and tender smoked duck breast, but the charred cabbage steals the table with pure savory depth. Downstairs, an intimate subterranean bar sets the tone with freshly shucked oysters and warm focaccia before you step into the energetic dining floor above. A well-drilled front-of-house crew keeps drinks moving effortlessly—especially the yuzu cocktail—before wrapping the night on a standout house dessert.

  • Standout Produce-Driven Plates: Crowds consistently single out the creamy galette, tender smoked duck breast, and surprising vegetable courses like savory cabbage.
  • Subterranean Bar: A tucked-away downstairs space serving fresh oysters and focaccia ahead of dinner.
  • High-Density Floor Hospitality: A dense, well-coordinated service team keeps the compact dining room moving at a comfortable pace.

What's On at Onzieme

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Why Choose Onzieme

Validated dining strengths grounded in customer reviews and foundational jobs-to-be-done.

  • Thoughtful and Well-Executed Menu

    Dishes are carefully developed and executed with balance and technique across the menu.

    thoughtful and well executed

    Yoonmi
  • Standout Culinary Highlights

    Special dishes and signature desserts deliver memorable highlights throughout the meal.

    one of the best desserts I’ve ever eaten in my whole life

    Clotilde Lamoureux
  • High-Touch Floor Staffing

    A high concentration of well-trained floor staff ensures attentive, efficient care in a compact room.

    i haven't seen so many wait staff in a small restaurant, ( 9 ), they are all well train

    Mafay
  • Dedicated Subterranean Bar

    The multi-level setting features a dedicated basement venue beneath the main floor for drinks and small bites.

    there is a bar underneath the restaurant

    Maria Andersson
  • Relaxed and Unhurried Flow

    Evenly paced service creates an unhurried, comfortable dining flow for date nights and celebrations.

    pace of the evening was just right

    Eloise Smith

Frequently Asked Questions

How does the dining format and menu work?

Guests can choose between à la carte dining and set menus, with options such as ordering multiple dishes to share across entrees and mains. Entrees and mains are generously portioned, alongside standout dishes like the galette and tender duck.

Is there a separate bar on site?

Yes, Onzième features a multi-level space that includes an intimate, lively upstairs dining room as well as a dedicated subterranean bar situated underneath the restaurant for drinks and bites like focaccia and oysters.

Are reservations subject to seating time limits?

Reservations are accepted and seatings may have specific dining windows, such as an early seating allocation of around 1 hour and 45 minutes on busy nights like Saturdays.

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