Tuesday, August 14, 2012

Hartsyard, Enmore

Hartsyard is the new kid on the block in Enmore and it's brought a bit of life to a part of Enmore Road that's been a bit of a barren wasteland up until now.  The restaurant is owned by husband and wife team, Greg and Naomi.  Naomi has kept a blog leading up to the restaurant opening (and she's still keeping it up to date). It's fascinating reading - especially if you've ever wondered what goes on before a restaurant flings its doors open; or how tired restaurant staff actually really are as they're flinging plates on our tables each night.


Hartsyard has been packed out every night since it opened in June.  With a spate of recent restaurant closures it's made me think about why some restaurants go gang-busters from the moment they open and others slowly whither away and die. Whatever the formula for success is Hartsyard has worked it out.  It has a great fit out - it's a bit industrial and a bit homely, there's great menu of southern USA inspired comfort food, super-friendly staff, great cocktail list...and George the Duck who overseas the goings on from his perch at the front counter.




Despite the restaurant only being open for a short while the Oyster Po'boy ($16.00 for two) has gotten itself quite the reputation.  A homemade English Muffin sandwiches crumbed oysters (they're fantastic - even non-oyster fans will LOVE them...trust me), mayonnaise and coleslaw. I top mine with some of the house-made hot sauce...I'm totally addicted to these Po'boys after only one try. Can't wait to come back and stuff myself with more more more (oh, I did come back and I ate FOUR po'boys all to my self. Best Day EVER)!







The food at Hartsyard isn't going to win any ticks from Weight Watchers...but it's fun, it's delicious and it's made for sharing...so that means somebody can share the worry about the calories.  I can't wait to come back and eat more, way more, Oyster Po'boys.

Hartsyard is at 33 Enmore Road, Enmore.  Phone them on 8068 1473 or make a booking via their website.

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26 comments:

  1. omgs the fried chicken looks amazing and i absolutely LOVE your new layout!

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  2. Another great looking place to try - if it wasn't for you I'd have no idea what was going on around the traps!

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  3. Sounds good Miss Piggy...especially the sundae!

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  4. I thoroughly enjoyed my visit to hartsyard. I only managed photos on my phone though. I have to revive them and blog about it. I didn't try half the things you did. Must mean I have to return! ;P

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  5. It all looks so good, I want it all now. Especially that sundae....

    SSG xxx

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  6. Sorry, I had a bit of a moment when I saw the fried chicken. Then I scrolled down to the ice cream sundae and had to pick myself off the floor. Almost back to normal now!

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  7. oh i love hartsyard!!! the chicken and the sundae were both great! you should try the beef ribs next time.. its just too die for!

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  8. oh my god. i am going just for that dessert!!!

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  9. Although.. just looked at their menu and it pains me that people can charge $39 for a lobster roll here and in the States they are like $12. URGH!!!

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  10. I've been 2 times in just as many weeks - LOVE the oyster po boys... *drool*

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  11. I really want to try the po boy's. All looks hip heavy wonderful!

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  12. I also find restaurant blogs and insights fascinating!

    Wow, the Poutine actually looks really nice! Most photos I've seen of it in the past look really unappealing. I really like oysters, but the thought of crumbed oysters makes me feel queasy.

    I really want to visit Hartsyard, and I need to eat that dessert.

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  13. You know I love those Oyster Po'Boys! That sundae is crazy ;)

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  14. I spy a change of decor! Nice cute layout. ;)

    The sundae has looks to die for alright. Dig on in!

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  15. I loved dining at Hartsyard, I hope to be back really soon. We didn't have any of the dishes you did but I believe they're all good.

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  16. There's certainly some great food here. I think I would definitely have to have the fried chicken. That looks amazing xx

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  17. Fantastic post! Those oyster po boy's sound absolutley divine - Mr K will loose his mind! Will defn check this place out, thanks Mel!!

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  18. been wanting to come here since they opened but i still haven't had the time to yet >< might see if i can fit it in next week! those po'boys have got me salivating

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  19. That fried chicken looks awfully good. Mmmm!

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  20. Hi y'all! Thanks so much for visiting the blog & leaving comments. The reply function on my blogger template is STILL broken so no individual replies for the time being.

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  21. I'm absolutely dyyyiiiinnnggggg to visit that place!! I really want to try Po'boys! And the fried chicken and Peanut Butter Banana Sundae look drool worthy! I'd give my life for peanut butter!

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