SOUTH on Albany

Fantastic food in an intimate setting. South on Albany is an award winning institution in Berry. Great for date night or dinner with another couple. It is set menu that changes every couple of weeks. Worth booking ahead of time if you’re visiting Berry.

What an absolute gem this intimate restaurant is. The divine food was one part of the whole experience. Wonderful service from people who are passionate about the food they serve. I can honestly say it has been one of the best dining experiences I have had in the last few years. Can’t wait to come back to Berry just for this place!

First time feeling so cared for & all fuzzy when eating! We were welcomed with the warmest smiles & treated with the most personal & attentive service! The environment was very intimate, welcoming & we just loved the overall experience & vibe from the wait staff!

Our food was so delicious, carefully crafted, unique & fresh. No other restaurant compares to the level of thought & character that goes into each dish! I was so impressed by the fish & corn purée main - so fragrant, beautifully made & generous in serving size! The dessert was phenomenal & flavours perfectly balanced.

100% worth the drive from Sydney & will be revisiting for sure!! Can’t wait to try their new set menu! Thank you for creating beautiful & fun memories for us xx

Definitely deserved Good Food 1 Hat from service to the quality of food. Fresh ingredients and well thought out flavour that compliments each dishes. Reasonable price and very tasy. Note - do book in advance. Menu changes fortnightly.

Such a lovely dining experience - set menu magic. Everything was delicious & so moreish. Service was flawless - Kin was always there when you needed. The owner came out to check on us & was a sweetheart. Will definitely make a return visit whenever we are next back in Berry - well worth a visit if you are ever planning a trip to the area.

We rang up and made a last minute booking. With both of us with dietary requirements, which would usually result in us feeling like we’re inconveniencing them, we couldn’t have felt more welcome.

The food was beautiful, with care and detail take to the very last element.

The service was top tier, with a lovely and accommodating attitude

It can be hard to find amazing food in small towns but South on Albany puts Berry on the map. The combination of fresh local produce skilfully crafted into delicious seasonal dishes, thoughtfully selected wines and a great ambiance makes this restaurant a winner.

The first thing you notice when you arrive at South, apart from the extremely warm greeting, is the intimacy of the experience. The dining room is small and accommodates around five tables of two to four patrons. This translates to less background noise and very attentive service from the wonderfull staff.

South limits it’s menu to a set three course offering, very much in the style of the Lyonnaise bouchon. Typically, the emphasis in a bouchon is not on haute cuisine but, rather, a convivial atmosphere and a personal relationship with the owner. The three courses are hearty offerings of some of the best local produce from skilled artisans and farmers.

There is an optional oyster course however on the night we visited the recent heavy rain meant the kitchen was not happy with the quality and omitted the dish.

After some local Berry sourdough with delicious house made butter we were presented with the entree. A beautiful slice of confit duck and prosciutto terrine with chutney and pickled vegetables. It’s a great dish that has you constructing your own little mouthfuls of pleasure on the grilled sourdough. The perfect way to get hands on with your meal and the terrine was silky smooth and flavourful.

Main was a beautifully cooked piece of snapper served on a bed of wilted spinach and accompanied by mouth watering sweetcorn purée. The delicate flesh of the snapper combined with the sweet silkiness of the corn purée was a match made in heaven.

For desert, a simple summer fruit crumble prepared in the dish, with roasted hazelnuts and topped with coconut ice cream. This is comfort food at its best.

After three courses we had more than satisfied our hunger and our tastebuds.

The matching wines paired well with the dishes and the price point is more than fair for the high quality of the food and service.

This is our new favourite spot, not only in Berry but the South Coast!!

I dined here about 5 years ago and it was a memorable experience so I decided to re-visit with a close friend on our trip to Berry. Since I last visited, the arrangement has changed to a menu that changes fortnightly so I recommend checking ahead of your booking! Every dish we had was so delicious, and the wine pairings were perfect. My friend loved the dining experience here as well and service was friendly, thank you! Definitely book ahead of time :)

Beautiful food and wine pairing, beautiful service.
Every meal was incredibly fresh and balanced, little plates of art.
The mouthfuls were even better!!

Do yourself a favour and get there!!

This has to be one of the best restaurants I have been to ever. Amazing menu and amazing waiters. If ever down this way you have to come here. A shining beacon of inspiring food.

Delightful and delicious.
We were warmly welcomed in by Sonia who sat us at our table.
The weekly seasonal menu was refreshing and perfect for the winters night.
They also had a vast wine selection

What a delightful little restaurant! Amazing food and great service.
We came for dinner and choose to have the matching wines which were paired perfectly with the dishes. The stand out dish was the lamb that melted in your mouth.
100% recommend this place if you're ever in the area.

Edit 1: we went for a second time in 2 weeks. The menu was completely different and just as delicious!

Just wow, I wish I could give more stars or a higher recommendation! This place might be small but it punches well above its weight when it comes to the service, quality of food and drinks. Relaxed vibe with incredible food and amazing staff, this place is must visit anytime you feel like treating yourself to the finer things in life! Menu changes every week so the attached pictures are only a guide for the deliciousness that is always present!

There's certainly a reason why this restaurant is so well received and reviewed. We came here to celebrate our wedding anniversary. Food was beautifully prepared and presented, staff service was exceptional and friendly. Thank you for such a wonderful evening guys!

Wow what a find. Seriously the BEST restaurant we've been to in a long time. Oysters were so fresh. Main meals were divine and dessert absolutely delicious. Friendly service run by a lovely family. Atmosphere was warm and cozy. Highly recommend.

Exceptional weekly set menu with matched wines.

The starter was a great combination of seasonal vegetables with a beautiful romesco sauce.

The fish of the day was Kingfish which was cooked to perfection with a crispy skin and a light and creamy sauce.

The decadent chocolate mouse with flavourful passionfruit sorbet was the perfect way to finish the meal.

I would absolutely recommend and go again.

Fabulous food and service . We came down from melbourne to meet our friend from nowra.
The food and service was fresh and divine.

I was a solo diner at South on Albany and instantly felt welcome in the intimate setting. Sonia and John and their team delivered on fresh, balanced flavours and thoughtful wine pairings. The wine list offers a wide selection of local wines. I particularly enjoyed a glass of fiano with my entree. The atmosphere was inviting and I felt relaxed in the care and attention to detail that was provided in all aspects of my experience. I look forward to coming back when I’m in the area next with some company.

We had to wait until exactly 8.15 before we were allowed in but the food amd service were excellent. A very memorable experience. Thank you.

Great atmosphere and very attentive service. A boutique restaurant with excellent food and catering to dietaries was well thought out. Would recommend!