Brass Onion Bistro

You'll find this lovely neighbourhood spot tucked away on Sion Hill Road, where the kitchen takes proper care with everything from weekend brunch to Friday evening dinners. The menu changes with the seasons, and you can taste the difference in dishes that lean heavily on fresh, local ingredients. The atmosphere strikes that perfect balance between polished and relaxed - smart enough for a weekend dinner but comfortable enough for a midweek lunch with a mate. Staff know their regulars by name, and the cooking has that confident simplicity that comes from knowing exactly what they're about. It's the sort of place that makes you wonder why you bother trekking into town when quality like this exists right on your doorstep.