Otis Dining Hall
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Hawkesbury duck breast, slow-cooked radicchio, shaved fennel and citrus.
About Otis Dining Hall
Experience the taste of fine dining in a relaxed atmosphere at Otis Dining Hall, an establishment popular among a crowd of suave Kingston locals. Set on Jardine Street, Otis offers an ambient escape from the day-to-day with a moody setting fitted out in earthy brown hues, restored timber floorboards and an elegantly decorated ceiling of ceramic roses, illuminated by twinkling chandeliers. While toe-tapping to a backing track of The Beatles, peruse for a drop to drink from an extensive cocktail, beer and premium wine selection celebrating Australasian producers. Pair this with a mouth-watering re-invented dish, like Otis Wagyu pepper steak with brandy jus and seasonal sides, or delve into King salmon, with heirloom tomato, Summer consommé and basil; finish sweetly with coconut Eton mess.
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Fig Leaf and Truffle Panna Cotta - Chef Recipe by Damian Brabender
“Truffles are the true representation of respecting an ingredient. The time and care that goes into every aspect of the farming or foraging, the care used to store and cook with them and the experience they give to guests is unparalleled.” – Damian Brabender.
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Black Truffle Butter - Recipe by Damian Brabender
Infusing butter with truffle increases the amount of truffle flavour by 20 times! It is truly the cornerstone of any good savoury truffle dish. The best way to preserve truffle to be able to use after the season is done, is to simply create truffle butter and freeze it. It is the only way to ensure you don’t lose the amazing fresh black truffle flavour.
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Black Diamonds of the Earth - Check Out These 5 Truffle Dishes to Make at Home
Here are five sensational truffle recipes to celebrate the 2024 season - including a scallop dish from Jack Stein - make sure to try these at home:...
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Every Day I’m Truffling – 5 Chef-hatted Restaurants to Celebrate Truffle Season
More than 30 years ago in Tasmania, the first truffle farm was set up in Australia – it would take six years to see the first tuber and despite an asking price of $2500 a kilogram, it was hardly a get...
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Dive into Irresistible Degustation Menus
Summer degustation menus represent a harmonious fusion of culinary artistry and the vibrant, sun-kissed flavours that define the season. As the warm sun bathes the earth, Chefs around Australia embark...
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Nobody Knows the Truffles I’ve Seen – Six Restaurants to Celebrate Truffle Season.
More than 30 years ago in Tasmania, the first truffle farm was set up in Australia – it would take six years to see the first tuber and it was hardly a get-rich-quick scheme. As we enter Truffle Seaso...
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Seats: 74 Chef: Adam Wilson/Damian Brabender Sommelier: James Barker
Great food and great service.
Had a delicious meal here and the staff were amazing. Will be returning soon!
Thank you
What captivates me about Otis extends beyond its exquisite cuisine, superb wine pairings, and excellent service – it's the way they embrace their guests like family. With each visit, I am greeted with a warm welcome, genuine enthusiasm for their offerings, and a steadfast commitment to delivering a beautiful dining experience. Returning to Otis is not just a choice; it's a joy I eagerly embrace, knowing that every moment spent there is infused with a sense of belonging and culinary delight.
Exceptional Fine Dining
An absolute institution of the Canberra Dining scene, OTIS delivers exceptional service, food and drink competing with the great 2 and 3 hot restaurants of Australia.
Great service
Was served by a very lovely blonde girl, her name was Sasha I believe. WOW, what an experience!
An experience to remember
Fantastic service, food and wine. Extremely knowledgeable staff and enjoyable atmosphere.
Amazing atmosphere along with great hospitality provided by the team. Pepper steak on the menu is my fav! Absolute stunner
The staff at Otis are amazing and thier food is outstanding
During the lockdown Damien has personally delivered dinner to a couple who had to cancel their wedding dinner. He laid it all out for them so they could have an amazing dinner at home. They have constantly had a huge focus on giving their diners the best experience possible in these trying times, I can only rate them extremely highly. During the brief period during lockdowns with limited dining space Damien and his stall enabled my wife and I to combine my Birthday and our anniversary dinner so we would no miss out. Defiantly Canberra's best restaurant :) :)
Delish !
We had booked pre lockdown but snapped up a dine at home. As yum as it would have been in their awesome atmosphere
Otis treats its guests like family
What I love about Otis is not only is food spectacular, the wine pairing amazing, and the service excellent - they treat their guests like family. Every time there is a warm welcome, so much enthusiasm for their products, and commitment to providing a beautiful dining experience. I love each visit and love going back.
Fun Food Good Environment
Absolutely 1st class dining.
Otis is without a doubt the best ACT dining experience. Highly recommend.
Incredible, fine dinning done right!
True fine dining
Gorgeous food, specialities include the Pepper Steak and Creme Caramel. Great service and a great selection of Australian wines.
Incredible fine dinning experience, staff are lovely, the food is incredible!
Just a must try place Arguably best restaurant in Canberra
Exiting food eperience!
I've tried the baked ocean trout and the Otis pepper steak. Fantasic staff, great atmosphere, and delicious food
Classics and favourites
The best food I've had in Canberra, in a relaxed setting.
Fantastic service
Had a lovely evening, unusual choices