Oscillate Wildly

Seared Tuna, Lavender cucumber pickle, confit potato and passionfruit

The dilemma is, do I tell people about my favourite restaurant or let them find it for themselves? It’s a cosy little place so do I want word to spread about how good it is? Being such a big fan of food I do tend to eat out quite a bit. I like to eat at new places so when a little restaurant in Newtown was recommended to me I was keen to give it a try. Little did I know that I was about to stumble upon my new favourite restaurant.

Oscillate Wildly is a little restaurant tucked away on Australia street in Newtown. In my opinion this restaurant has everything going for it. It seats about 30 people so you really have to book. It has been full both times I have been there which means there is a great buzz about the place. The décor is very simple and understated but very stylish. Black and white chequered floor. White walls with a couple of paintings and a funky light. The tables are generously spaced and are set with lovely heavy white tablecloths and napkins.

Roast Venison with Chocolate soil and beetroot puree

Ross Godfrey, who runs the place, does a wonderful job of looking after everyone in the restaurant. You really notice the excellent servicet. The staff explain the menu in great detail but don’t overwhelm you with a list of food reeled off as can happen when the waiters are in a hurry. All the staff appear friendly and attentive without being intrusive.

And then there is the food. The menu changes every few weeks and both times I’ve been all dishes have been excellent. The one and only change to this place would be larger servings. The food is so good you just want more. I have added a few pictures of the food but I haven’t done it any justice because the lighting is dim and there was only a candle on the table to light the food.

As if the food, service and décor of this place weren’t enough to make it so wonderful it is also very reasonably priced at only $48 dollars for three courses. It’s even BYO so you can bring along a bottle of your favourite wine. Can this place do no wrong? I would go so far as to give this restaurant 10/10. It is an absolute gem. If you live in Sydney or you are visiting here it is well worth making a trip to Newtown to check it out.

Chocolate Fondant with cinnamon icecream (after it had been devoured)

Oscillate Wildly
275 Australia St
Newtown NSW 2042
Phone (02) 9517 4700