Bredbo Pizzeria, Bredbo
In going to Thredbo from Sydney, you’ll inevitably pass through quite a few small towns. Though for me, only a few names really stick in my head, one of which is Bredbo (I admit it, it’s because it really sounds like Thredbo and I always giggle when I see it). Whenever we pass through this country town, a pizzeria always catches our eye with masses of cars parked in front (during business hours of course) and each time we tell each other that we should try it out – Mark even banned F and I from going there without him.
On our last trip to the snow (yes I know, it’s been a while – sorry!), we all finally made it to Bredbo Pizzeria and found that our dinner booking for 4.30pm was a bit superfluous: we were the only customers there. I’m sure I’m not the only person to somehow become super indecisive when too many options are available and it doesn’t help when the other parties in the group are blasé about the decision that is to be made (such as where to sit). Even though I know they don’t care where they sit and we’ve already sat down, I still fret for a bit about the chosen table. Ugh, it’s terrible.
Mmm... dough
After placing our order, a natural silence enveloped our table and I realised that this would be the perfect opportunity to take random photos of the restaurant without people staring like I’m some kind of weirdo. Only somehow that made me even more chicken to do it (go figure) and so that photo above was kindly taken by F. The owners were bemused at first at our request of taking photos while they worked, but good-naturedly went along with things.
Tappa - Medium Flat Garlic Pizza ($8)
Before we knew it, our garlic pizza had arrived and we dug in with gusto – a day of snowboarding really whets the appetite! It was a simple pizza – with the garlic, herbs and oil liberally covering the top – but the flavours hit the spot and I found that it only made me look forward to our chosen pizzas all the more!
Iced Chocolate ($4.50)
We were all surprised to see the tall, generously whip-cream-topped iced chocolate and iced coffee come out with the cup that it was mixed in. The metal cup was filled at least a quarter of the way with the left over beverage. It felt like some thing old school eateries in the 1950′s or 60′s would have done, which made me smile. Though we thought that if the place was packed with customers, surely it wouldn’t be practical to do that with every customer who ordered an iced coffee or chocolate? Who knows, they could have heaps of those metal cups in the back hehe.
The iced chocolate was quite thick, as a generous amount of vanilla ice cream was used in the drink and I thought the balance between the amount of whipped cream, chocolate, milk and ice cream was pretty perfect. Just thinking about it makes me want to go back there for a glass!
Pollo - Chicken, Mushrooms, Onion and Capsicum (Medium - $21)
BBQ Chicken - Chicken, Bacon, Mushrooms, Onion, Capsicum, Pineapple and BBQ Sauce (Medium - $21)
To be honest, both pizzas tasted remarkably similar and in hindsight I think we should have opted for a beef topping instead. While both pizzas were pretty flavoursome, we unanimously preferred the BBQ Chicken pizza over the Pollo because of the sweet, juicy pineapple pieces – they just added an extra “oomph” of flavour to the pizza.
Marinara - Prawns, Mussels, Squid, Calamari and Requested no Anchovies (Medium - $21)
I think also unanimously the marinara was our least favourite, being too “fishy” overall, but it was nice they didn’t skimp on the seafood as I’ve seen some places have done.
I know it might sound crazy, but I love my pizza pan-fried – a la Pizza Hut style. I know some of my friends have scolded me about my preference, citing that I’m just filling up important stomach real estate with dough, but I love it for the thick, crunchy crust. Yes, I’m a crust eater – on sandwiches too! I kind of don’t get people who discard the yummy crusts, but each to their own hehe. The crust, though not as defined as the pizza chains, was gloriously crisp and crunchy. It wasn’t thick nor was it too doughy and I started to see the appeal of “thin” base pizzas.
Only a tall person would have gotten this shot - thanks Mark =P
Naturally we ordered far too much and the boys were practically groaning from being so full. The owners were more than happy to box up our leftover slices to take home and also to chat to us about living in Bredbo. We discovered that there’s most probably no more than 200 people living in Bredbo, where a little less than half of whom live in the actual town itself. The rest of the inhabitants live on the farms about 20 or 30 km out from the town centre. Interestingly, the owners originally came from Sydney’s western suburbs (Kellyville or something like that – Blacktown? In any case, they came from somewhere in that area) and decided to buy the pizzeria from the original owners a couple of years back. They haven’t looked back since, absolutely loving the country life.
If you ever find yourself passing through Bredbo and feeling peckish, definitely drop in for a pizza or two served with cheerful and friendly service. I know we most probably will be during the next snow season.
Bredbo Pizzeria
Monaro Highway
Bredbo, NSW, 2626
Ph: (02) 6454-4040
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This article was written on 06 Jan 2010, and is filed under Dinner, Italian, On The Road, Regional NSW.
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Love the look of that marinara pizza and the copious topping! Looking forward to more reviews from the nearby towns of Credbo, Ledbo, and Hedbo.
I used to go there when the original owners were there a few years ago. The food there now is pretty average compared to what it was.
The menu is the same, but the pizzas were larger and tastier. We stopped going there after trying the new owner’s pizzas because they just couldn’t compare.
Thats funny i’m a regular and I think the complete opposite. Atleast the new owners give you plenty of topping and the pizzas are still the same price that the previous owner charged me four years ago. I think the new owners have alot more flavour in there pizzas and the dough is exceptional.
There are not many woodfired pizza places that actually use timber anymore, mostly use gas and the flavour just doesnt compare.
I would definately advise anyone looking for a traditional woodfired pizza to stop in at the Bredbo Pizzeria.
Totally agree Donna – Steve & Kate are doing an amazing job, great people and great food ! Previously, the pizzas were fine along as long as you liked a little topping with your garlic oil !
The iced chocolate looks great. You could still get those metal cups from milk bars in the 1980s but maybe I’m just showing my age. Lol. And best thing about pizza is that leftovers always taste great for breakfast the next day
I never get seafood toppings away from the coast.
That ice choc looks rgeat – when I was a kid in Newcastle milkshakes always came out with the extra in the cup, never iced choc.
never heard of Bredbo before. thanks for the post of info. looks like an interesting place to visit for some tucker
Gone past this place so many times but never thought their pizza would be any good…will definitely drop in next time I’m heading down to the snow. Good refreshment on the drive down
Serge’s in Jindabyne is another good spot around the ski area, great chips and gravy
I laugh whenever I go past too. I think everyone does.
joey@FoodiePop: Hahaha oh yes, definitely will be reviewing pizzerias in Credbo, Ledbo and Hedbo
hehehe expect them later this year
David McGregor: That’s a shame to hear that it used to be better before the new owners took over. I wish I could have tried the original owner’s pizza!
Helen (grabyourfork): Hahah really? I’ve only seen them in those American movies and am always surprised to see them here… and now. XD Heheh Helen, the leftovers didn’t even make it through to the next day! F and Mark were munching on them on the way back home.
Fiona: That would make sense =P Sometimes you can be surprised at how fresh seafood can be so far inland… Though this is not quite the best of examples though haha.
The iced chocolate was wonderful! Mmm could do one right now…
Simon Food Favourites: Hehehe, only if you’re in the neighbourhood… otherwise it’s a pretty long drive from some pizza! =)
The Ninja: Heheh Do it. We never stopped there because we always ate at Subway in Cooma. Might mix it up a bit from now on hehe.
Yes! =D Serge’s is great… though never tried their chips and gravy – it’s their rolls that’s got us hooked ^_^
LOL oh good =P so i’m not a weirdo then…
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