Ashfield, New South Wales, boasts a thriving food and drink scene that reflects its multicultural population. The town is home to a variety of dining establishments, from modern Australian cuisine to traditional Asian and European flavors. Some popular restaurants include Nour, renowned for its contemporary Australian dishes; Aalia, which offers a diverse menu including Asian and European influences; Flavour of India, known for its authentic Indian dishes; and The Garden, which specializes in modern Australian cuisine. Additionally, there are Japanese restaurants like Manmaruya Ashfield and Nepalese establishments such as Taste of Himalaya, providing unique dining experiences.
For those interested in alcoholic beverages, Ashfield offers several pubs and bars, including The Ashfield RSL Club on Liverpool Road and The Polish Club on Norton Street, both known for their inviting atmospheres and social gatherings. There are also lounges and clubs like Lazybones Lounge, The Temperance Society Bar, Burwood RSL Club, and The Midnight Special that cater to different preferences with experiences like live music and karaoke.
The town also hosts the Ashfield Food and Drink Festival, which features local and regional food and drink producers from the East Midlands and beyond. This annual event offers a wide range of mouth-watering delights, including Turkish street food, Jamaican jerk chicken, German bratwurst, vegan brockwurst, gluten-free brownies, cakes, cheesecakes, Swiss meringue buttercream cake pots, patisserie style tarts, frangipanes, macarons, and oat bars. Visitors can also enjoy locally produced cider from Torkard Cider and bottled and canned beers from Lincoln Green Brewing Company, Kimberley Craft Ales, and Lazydog Distillery.