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The Ambassador Training Restaurant, Ryde, AU-NSW

The Ambassador Training Restaurant

4.5
4.5
116 Reviews
$40 and under
Australian

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2 people
7:00 PM
  • Good for groups
  • Neighborhood gem
  • Good for special occasions
Dear Valued Customers ,

The Ambassador Training Restaurant is a TAFE NSW licensed venue.

Demonstrating our reputation as a leader in education and training for hospitality and culinary students, the students practice delivering fine dining food & develop their skills within an operational environment.

As we are a licenced venue BYO is not permitted. All dietary requirements must be advised through your OpenTable platform booking in advance. Meals will be served alternate drop - meaning you will not have a choice from the menu and limited facility for alterations.

The payments will be paid after your meal, and we do not accept cash or split bills.

We only take reservations via OpenTable. For larger bookings of 7 people or more, please email ambassador.reservations@tafensw.edu.au





Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Fine Dining
  • Price
    $40 and under
  • Cuisines
    Australian, European
  • Hours of operation
    Breakfast Thu, Fri 7:45 am–10:00 am Lunch Wed–Fri 11:45 am–2:00 pm Afternoon Tea Fri 2:00 pm–4:00 pm Dinner Mon 6:30 pm–9:00 pm Tue 6:00 pm–8:00 pm Wed 5:45 pm–8:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (02) 7920 3621
  • Website
    https://sites.google.com/view/ambassadortrainingrestaurant/home
  • Payment options
    Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Location
    250 Blaxland Road, Ryde, AU-NSW 2112
  • Neighborhood
    Ryde
  • Parking details
    Free parking is available on campus via 59 Parkes Street, Ryde NSW 2112. At the boom gate, please press the intercom to get access and then proceed up to the top of the campus. The restaurant is located in Building A, Level 4.
  • Additional
    Beer, Full Bar, High Tea, Non-Smoking, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Menu

Appetiser

  • Meridith Goats curd tartlet

    Red onion thyme jam

    Entrée

    • Seared king prawns w sweet corn fritters

      apple & fennel salad, saffron Aioli

      • Burrata Cheese, Artichoke

        Broad beans, preserved Lemon, Peas & Asparagus

        Mains

        • Seared duck breast

          Orange & fennel Mostarda, Spiced Puy lentils

          • Cowra Lamb Rump

            w Beetroot relish, Macadamia tomato confit, lamb reduction

            Desserts

            • Rhubarb Tarte Tatin

              with Ginger mint ice cream, Hazelnut brittle.

              • Apple jelly

                Seasonal berries, orange confit, nut crumble, meringue

                • Cheese Plate

                  Cape Wickam Brie, Gorgonzola, Heidi Gruyere, King River Gold

                  Last updated: September 26, 2024

                  What 116 people are saying

                  Overall ratings and reviews

                  Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

                  4.5
                  4.5 based on recent ratings
                  • 4.4Food
                  • 4.4Service
                  • 4.3Ambience
                  • 4.5Value

                  Noise • Energetic

                  Loved For

                  • Ryde and surrounds

                    Most Booked

                  Review summary

                  AI-generated from verified diner reviews
                  The Ambassador Training Restaurant offers a delightful dining experience where talented TAFE students showcase their skills with "exceptional value and delicious" food. Diners praise the attentive service and beautifully presented dishes. While occasional menu hiccups occur, the overall experience remains "brilliant, just brilliant," making it a popular choice for food enthusiasts.

                  116 Reviews

                  1. Gabriel

                    Sydney

                    1 review

                    2.0

                    1 review

                    Dined 3 days ago

                    1. Overall 2
                    2. Food 1
                    3. Service 1
                    4. Ambience 1
                    The food quality was disappointing, and the ambience was lacking. The overall standard has clearly declined compared to previous years. We won’t be returning.

                    1 person found this helpful

                  2. David

                    New South Wales

                    8 reviews

                    4.0

                    8 reviews

                    Dined 5 days ago

                    1. Overall 4
                    2. Food 4
                    3. Service 4
                    4. Ambience 3
                    We have been a number of times to the Ambassador Training Restaurant and again it didn't disappoint. We all felt that out waiter Ben had served us a few months prior and we were impressed with his increased confidence and demeanour. The food was excellent as seems usual. We will look forward to repeating our experiences at a future date. Thanks to the teachers and staff who have contributed to this excellent experience.

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                  3. Adriana

                    Sydney

                    4 reviews

                    4.0

                    4 reviews

                    Dined 5 days ago

                    1. Overall 4
                    2. Food 4
                    3. Service 4
                    4. Ambience 4
                    Very good food…especially the burrata and the pork loin.

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                  4. OpenTable Diner

                    Sydney

                    1 review

                    5.0

                    1 review

                    Dined on November 14, 2024

                    1. Overall 5
                    2. Food 5
                    3. Service 5
                    4. Ambience 5
                    It was a lovely evening with students providing a most enjoyable experience, attention to detail and prompt in attending to our every need. Good was delicious and beautifully presented and was more than enough in quantity. Pleasant ambiance indeed.

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                  5. Lynne

                    Sydney

                    3 reviews

                    5.0

                    3 reviews

                    Dined on November 11, 2024

                    1. Overall 5
                    2. Food 5
                    3. Service 5
                    4. Ambience 5
                    Fantastic service and food. Highly recommend dining there and enjoying the experience.

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                  6. John

                    Hawaii

                    5 reviews

                    5.0

                    5 reviews

                    Dined on November 11, 2024

                    1. Overall 5
                    2. Food 5
                    3. Service 5
                    4. Ambience 5
                    Excel;lent election, almost too much food, with the (delicious) petits fours at the end .

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                  7. Barbara

                    Sydney

                    1 review

                    4.0

                    1 review

                    Dined on November 11, 2024

                    1. Overall 4
                    2. Food 5
                    3. Service 3
                    4. Ambience 4
                    We enjoyed the evening . The food was exceptional, very tasty and beautifully presented. Our compliments to the Chefs who we met afterwards. Our waiter John did well considering it was his first experiencing servicing three tables. Thanks to all.

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                  8. Albert

                    Sydney

                    1 review

                    4.0

                    1 review

                    Dined on November 6, 2024

                    1. Overall 4
                    2. Food 4
                    3. Service 3
                    4. Ambience 4
                    My wife and I enjoyed the meal on 6 Nov. The food was cooked very professionally and the service was good. I really can't think of anything that I can have negative comments on. The student waiter was very attentive on that day. I think the students should really be proud of themselves of producing such a high standard of food.

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                  9. Anthi

                    Sydney

                    6 reviews

                    5.0

                    6 reviews

                    Dined on November 4, 2024

                    1. Overall 5
                    2. Food 5
                    3. Service 4
                    4. Ambience 5
                    We always enjoy dining at the Ambassador. We feel we're supporting the students and always strive to give them encouragement in their course. The food almost never disappoints, but they are very open to customer feedback if there's something we haven't enjoyed. We will continue to dine at the Ambassador whenever we have the opportunity.

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                  10. Mariella

                    Sydney

                    3 reviews

                    2.0

                    3 reviews

                    Dined on November 4, 2024

                    1. Overall 2
                    2. Food 2
                    3. Service 1
                    4. Ambience 2
                    We've had the same waiter a few times - he sadly has not improved - he is unsure and double guessing himself when he approaches or removes plates - he has not mastered pouring wine and he was constantly placing blame on kitchen / bar regarding delayed service and the fact I had booked 3mths in advance requesting gluten free food..

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                  FAQs

                  The Ambassador Training Restaurant is rated 4.5 stars by 116 OpenTable diners.

                  Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

                  Make a reservation

                  2 people
                  7:00 PM
                  Google Map for The Ambassador Training Restaurant

                  250 Blaxland Road, Ryde, AU-NSW 2112

                  Dining areas

                  Additional information

                  • Neighborhood
                    Ryde
                  • Hours of operation
                    Breakfast Thu, Fri 7:45 am–10:00 am Lunch Wed–Fri 11:45 am–2:00 pm Afternoon Tea Fri 2:00 pm–4:00 pm Dinner Mon 6:30 pm–9:00 pm Tue 6:00 pm–8:00 pm Wed 5:45 pm–8:00 pm
                  • Price
                    $40 and under
                  • Cuisines
                    Australian, European
                  • Dining style
                    Fine Dining
                  • Dress code
                    Smart Casual
                  • Parking details
                    Free parking is available on campus via 59 Parkes Street, Ryde NSW 2112. At the boom gate, please press the intercom to get access and then proceed up to the top of the campus. The restaurant is located in Building A, Level 4.
                  • Payment options
                    Mastercard, Visa
                  • Additional
                    Beer, Full Bar, High Tea, Non-Smoking, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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