Different Drummer, Glebe
Our friends, O and A, made the momentous decision to emigrate to France and said adieu to Sydney earlier this year. With their tickets bought and most things packed into boxes, the only thing left they had to do was to throw a party (of course)!
They adore Different Drummers for the cocktails, delicious food and cozy atmosphere, so it was a natural choice to make when picking a venue for their farewell.
Cocktails were 2 for 1 when I got there (happy hour is from 6 to 7.30pm, I think), but as F was still making his way to the bar, I asked if he wanted me to get him a drink. A re-sounding “yes” (as if I had to even ask! Haha) saw me return to our reserved area on the rooftop with a tray full of alcoholic beverages, which made me look like I tipple a little too much for my own good.
I was glad when he finally arrived… we could finally order some food! Without hesitation, we chose the large tapas selection ($60), wherein we got to choose 6 dishes from the tapas menu.
Warm Turkish Bread with Trio of Tapenades
The tapenades consisted of baba ganoush, black olive and sun-dried tomato dips. I found the sweet-tinged sun-dried tomato dip a tad spicy, but my favourite had to be the baba ganoush. Meanwhile, F equally liked them all and pretty much wiped the plate clean with the very warm and toasty Turkish bread.
Steamed Asparagus Spears wrapped in Prosciutto and topped with Fresh Parmesan Shards and Bearnaise Sauce
I must admit it: I adore asparagus – not as much as potatoes, mind you, but it’s right up there with broccoli and mushrooms. This just meant I could not not order this dish after seeing it on the menu.
And it most certainly did not disappoint.
The sweet asparagus were fairly bursting with juice and every single spear was steamed to perfection. I would have happily eaten the asparagus on its own, but I loved how the salty prosciutto, creamy Bearnaise sauce, and sharp parmesan were the most scrumptious of accompaniments – I must bug F to make all our asparagus side dishes this way.
Jamon Serrano and Manchego Cheese Croquettes with a Dijon Aioli
The croquettes looked so adorably chubby that I couldn’t wait to eat them. Crisp on the outside, not at all oily, and had an amazingly soft filling that packed a punch of flavour.
Eat it on its own or with the tangy, creamy Djion aioli sauce – either way, you really can’t go wrong.
Haloumi Skewers with Semi Sun-Dried Tomatoes, Kalamata Olives, Thyme Oil and Lemon
I don’t think you can ever go wrong with Haloumi cheese (squeak, squeak!) and this beautifully presented dish was not just a feast for the eyes.
Each skewer was well-balanced and wasn’t overly salty as one might expect. Maybe it had something to do with the squeeze of lemon, adding a little acidity to the dish.
Beef Sliders with Wood Smoked Tomato and Gherkin Relish, Vintage Cheddar on Brioche Buns
These sliders were most probably the cutest, yet most phallic, tiny cheeseburgers I’ve ever had. Simple as they may be, these sliders packed some serious flavour. The pattie wasn’t dry and was well-seasoned; the ratio of smoky tomatoes, tangy relish, smooth cheddar, and bun were just right too.
The tiny french fries reminded me of those french fries chips you get, only better and not as overtly salty.
I think we should have ordered a 2nd plate haha.
Pan Fried Potatoes with Garlic Aioli
Being potato fans, we couldn’t let this dish go by us. The potatoes were wonderfully fried – crispy with a soft center – and the garlic aioli sauce was amazing with it.
Rooftop @ Different Drummer
I quite like Different Drummer’s coziness – I think it’s longer than it is wide! There’s about 3 floors with a couple of different ways to get there, which made it feel like some sort of crazy maze (in a good way!).
It does get quite busy and you can only order drinks and food from the ground floor bar, so there can be a bit of jostling to get where you need to go. The staff are super friendly and very efficient, but what was really surprising was the food served.
I’ll be honest: being a bar, I expected it to serve typical bar food, but they had a pretty large selection of Spanish tapas! Add to that, the dishes we ordered were well presented and most importantly, very delicious. No wonder O and A kept coming back! Haha… I think another visit is definitely required.
Different Drummer
185 Glebe Point Rd
Glebe, NSW, 2037
Ph: (02) 9552 3406
Web: http://www.differentdrummer.com.au/
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Mmmm.. looks Yummy
Don’t we all love phallic sliders? LOL
joey@FoodiePop´s last [type] ..Dish Of The Week – Taste Baguette (Sydney)
Haha I almost burst out laughing when I saw them, but had to refrain because I thought I was being *ahem* a bit immature about it.
Wow the food looks good here now. I will have to reconsider a visit here now it has caught up with the 200th century. Thanks for the review!
The asparagus look awesome! What a way to get you to eat your veggies!
I know right? If all vegetables were served like this, kids wouldn’t be able to say no!
Oooh, they seem to have prettied up the food! That, or it’s just your exceptional photography skills
Love the upstairs here
Tina@foodboozeshoes´s last [type] ..The Devonshire Friday prix fixe on my mind
Oh, the food was that pretty!! We were really impressed.
…but *blush*
Been dying to go there. The food looks amazing!! I hear the cocktails are great too
The one I had was! F said they do a pretty good mojito too.
I’ve heard some good things about this place – think it’s time I pay them a visit! and lol at the phallic sliders!
Stunning photos!
Aww thanks =) I love natural lighting!
Looks great I think it’s time to give it a try!
Anna @ the shady pine´s last [type] ..Midweek meals – Ricotta stuffed chicken
I need to go back to this place. Looks like the menu changed
Unfortunately that’s just the way gherkins always look…just concentrate on the cute-as slider and ignore the pickle!
LOL they do, don’t they?
I don’t mind really, I was just surprised and very amused with the presentation. Perhaps too amused. haha