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The Banc Restaurant

Address:
Cnr Franklin & Maria st, Swansea TAS    Map    Contact details
Cuisines:
Modern Australian
Sat hours:
17:30 to 22:00    View schedule
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4 User reviews
The Banc Restaurant Schedule
Dining Schedule
Sun - Mon
11:00 to 14:30
17:30 to 22:00
Wed - Sat
17:30 to 22:00
Contact details - The Banc Restaurant
Address:
Cnr Franklin & Maria st, Swansea TAS
Phone:
(03) 6257 8896

  • Lovers of great food are becoming increasingly aware that The Banc Restaurant in Swansea is about serious dining, yet avoids the pitfalls of taking itself too seriously. The Restaurant oozes modern style and comfort and will be an experience to savour. Chef John T. Bailey sources the best seasonal produce reating a menu to suit all tastes from amazing vegetarian dishes to delicious delicacies... Read more

    Lovers of great food are becoming increasingly aware that The Banc Restaurant in Swansea is about serious dining, yet avoids the pitfalls of taking itself too seriously. The Restaurant oozes modern style and comfort and will be an experience to savour. Chef John T. Bailey sources the best seasonal produce reating a menu to suit all tastes from amazing vegetarian dishes to delicious delicacies such as baby abalone and wagyu beef. A must to visit when on the Freycinet Coast, Tasmania.

  • Latest User Reviews

    We have been dining at the Banc regularly since it opened and the food and service has always been of the highest standard. As a rural town Swansea is fortunate to have several excellent food estab...

    We were recommended to visit the Banc and had heard that the food was delicious. We walked in and were greeted by an unsmiling, surly, grumpy woman. She said that she could not possibly serve us di...

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    • Overall 9.8 - Food 10, Ambience 9, Value 10, Service 10

      We have been dining at the Banc regularly since it opened and the food and service has always been of the highest standard. As a rural town Swansea is fortunate to have several excellent food establishments, the Banc being one of them.   (B&K - May, 2010)

    • Overall 1 - Food 1, Ambience 1, Value 1, Service 1

      We were recommended to visit the Banc and had heard that the food was delicious. We walked in and were greeted by an unsmiling, surly, grumpy woman. She said that she could not possibly serve us dinner as the restaurant had been "packed out". We looked around and there were about 5 other people in the place. She also said it was too late but the customers seemed to have just sat down, and the kitchen staff appeared to be busy in the background. We enquired as to whether there was anywhere else open in the area and the woman just replied that there was not but also conveyed very effectively that she could not care less. Surely it would not have been too much hassle to make 2 extra mains for us??? Is decent customer service and a little kindness too difficult? Is making money the most terrible thing in the world? We had become engaged that day and ended up, celebrating with a packet of chips. Thanks a lot. I couldn't believe this attitude; I certainly won't be recommending the Banc to anyone. In fact, quite the opposite, I've been telling everyone I know to never go there. Apparently we were not the only ones to have problems with your attitude. Great career move!   (The Banc - April, 2010)

    • Overall 9.3 - Food 10, Ambience 9, Value 9, Service 9

      How can such a small town be blessed with such an amazing restaurant. We have eaten at many restaurants around Australia and this one is up there for food, service, ambience and a damn good time.   (Jacinta Ray - June, 2009)

    • Overall 9.3 - Food 9, Ambience 10, Value 8, Service 10

      I have been here three times now and the service is always spot on- names are remebered and no request is too difficult, glasses are topped up and wait staff are never without a smile... even when they are flat out! Generally love the food also but last time I was a ittle dissappointed with the selection, though this is more my personal taste than a critisism of the dishes themselves. The Gravlax was the best I've had in a long time and the desserts were also devine.... the 'three things lemon' and Belmont Strawberries (love the use of truly local products, Lee told us these are grown at a small farm five minutes down the road!) are a must for dessert- make sure you save room.   (Katey - See my reviews (10) - March, 2009)

  • Awards

    2009 - I Love Food Awards - Tasmania   2009 - I Love Food Awards - Tasmania

  • Restaurant Details

    Chefs

    John T Bailey - John T. Bailey is passionate about food. He has worked at leading restaurants throughout the world including the Dorchester in London, Regent Sydney, Palm Meadows and Sheraton Hobart Hotel. He spent nine years working for Lactos Cheese Company cooking and demonstrating their produce throughout Australia and Asia. The Banc Restaurant is his first personal restaurant. His menu reflects his experience and passion for food and great produce.

    Payment
    Amex, Cash, Eftpos, Mastercard, Visa
    Features
    Licensed, Outside dining area, Secure parking, Smoking area, Takeaway, Wheelchair access
    Ambience
    Child-friendly, Contemporary, Sophisticated
    Food
    Diabetic Option, Gluten Free, Peanut Free Option, Vegetarian option
    Styles
    Sit down

  • Private Dining

    Area Capacity Seated Capacity Standing
    The Vault Private Dining Room 12 n/a
    Main Restaurant 28 60