New French Wine Bar in Potts Point

0:00It's March 19th, here's your Sydney news in two minutes. The team behind popular Sydney spots like bar co-pains, bessies, and vincenzos is reviving the old Labouvetseite in Pots Point as a new French. Wine bar. Restaurant tours, Nathan and Sally Sassie, along with partner Morgan McGlone, planned to open mid-year in the tiny Chalice Avenue space that was a local, favor for 25 years until they closed in 2019. This spot became available after Beastrot 916 shut down last November, and it's part of a building turning into a boutique hotel. The group loves these historic venues. They did the same with bessies and a former kitchen supply warehouse, and vincenzos in an old bar. They're 99% sure to name it, Labouvet again, keeping just 10 indoor seats but adding outdoor spots for that Parisian street feel. Sydney's seen a big comeback for French dining, filling a gap since the early 2008 day of places like Bank and Balsac. Locals and experts say it's never really left, with folks craving classics that spark travel

1:02memories without the flight. New spots like Laferro, on the same street, are thriving with all-day menus of steak frites and fresh baguettes. The new bar was zero in on pure French fare. No pasta here, unlike their broader European spots. Expect dishes like flounder millionaire, crumbed veal brains with Swiss chard, oysters topped with mergay sausage, goose relettes and sweets such as crepe cake or mini, creme, brûlée, and egg cups. The chefs just got back from France to test recipes. Meanwhile, the French wave keeps rolling with Lulu opening at the airport this month. Ananas reopening in May at the rocks, Lucette heating up the southern highlands, and more like Monsieur Paul, eyeing double bay for Leonaise vibes. This little pot's point gym aims to be your quick drink and bite stop amid the buzz. Dean in the sponsored by our partner, check out the episode description. No earbuds, no headbands, no awkward sleeping positions, just a pillow that plays your sound.

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