Fresh, organic and seasonal produce sourced from the historic Hawkesbury region.
With the creative re-invention of seasonal vegetables taking centre stage, Amara provides a unique, rewarding experience that reconnects guests with the very best of the land, and surprises with its sheer originality. The intimate, personalised degustation takes diners on a journey of pure discovery, and delights with every course.
At Amara, only the freshest of local organic and sustainable produce is sourced from within a one-hour drive radius. Known as the ‘chef’s harvest experience’, the best of the region is always at hand, thanks to strong personal relationships with local producers. Indigenous ingredients make a welcome appearance, and traditional cooking techniques of charcoal and fire are preferred.
Awards and accolades
2025 – Good Food Guide – One Hat
2024 – Good Food Guide – One Hat
2024 – Australian Good Food Guide Chefs Hat – 14 points
2023 – Good Food Guide – One Hat
2023 – Australian Good Food Guide Chefs Hat – 14 points
2022 – Australian Good Food Guide – Reader’s Choice – Modern Australian
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Surcharge Policy
Please note that there will be a 10% surcharge on food and beverages on Sundays, and a 15% surcharge on public holidays.
Location
70 Grandview Lane Bowen Mountain NSW Australia
Opening Hours
Lunch: 7 days, 12.30pm - 2.00pm - Bookings essential
Dinner: 7 days, 6.00pm-8.30pm - Bookings essential
Head Chef Will Houia’s food philosophy embodies a simple, ultimately natural approach to cooking, preferring traditional cooking techniques with charcoal and fire over gas and electricity, and the use of controlled dehydration to prepare fruit and veggies. He uses seasonal humble ingredients and makes it shine, as well as indigenous ingredients to add subtle layers of flavour.
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