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Ideally located in the upmarket location just outside the Palace Centro Movie Theatre, Luxe fits right into the hip and happening scene that's all part of James Street's charm. Its sleek, open-air design is perfect for soaking up the sun while enjoying a late breakfast, or people-watching over a long lunch, and if you are after a pre- or post-movie feed then Luxe is the place to go. It boasts modern furnishings including trendy ottomans and orange banquettes, a fully stocked modern bar and a relaxed yet sophisticated ambience.
The team at Luxe concentrate on producing quality modern Australian fare that shows an all-important attention to detail. Presentation is always impressive, whether you are ordering the vanilla and ricotta pancakes with mascapone, rhubarb and maple syrup; or the grilled rib fillet on gruyere layered potato bake with wilted spinach, crisp battered onion rings and veal jus. There are some interesting entree choices such as the seared japanese scallops with wakame seaweed salad, ginger and black sesame butter. For something a little different make a few selections from the creative tapas menu and match them to a nice bottle of wine from the comprehensive wine list.
Meagan Hepworth, June 2007
Ideally located in the upmarket location just outside the Palace Centro Movie Theatre, Luxe fits right into the hip and happening scene that's all part of James Street's charm. Its sleek, open-air design is perfect for soaking up the sun while enjoying a late breakfast, or people-watching over a long lunch, and if you are after a pre- or post-movie feed then Luxe is the place to go. It boasts modern furnishings including trendy ottomans and orange banquettes, a fully stocked modern bar and a relaxed yet sophisticated ambience.
The team at Luxe concentrate on producing quality modern Australian fare that shows an all-important attention to detail. Presentation is always impressive, whether you are ordering the vanilla and ricotta pancakes with mascapone, rhubarb and maple syrup; or the grilled rib fillet on gruyere layered potato bake with wilted spinach, crisp battered onion rings and veal jus. There are some interesting entree choices such as the seared japanese scallops with wakame seaweed salad, ginger and black sesame butter. For something a little different make a few selections from the creative tapas menu and match them to a nice bottle of wine from the comprehensive wine list.
Meagan Hepworth, June 2007