
How to Choose the Right Steak Cut for Your BBQ
Not all steak cuts perform the same on the grill. Here’s how to match the right cut to your BBQ style, from quick sears to slow cooks.
Our Macelleria Digital Gift Vouchers are the easiest way to give the taste of Bondi. Perfect for that lucky someone, your recipient can walk in any day, choose their favourite cut from the butcher’s display, and enjoy it cooked to perfection on the open grill.
With no bookings required and a relaxed beachside atmosphere, a Macelleria Gift Voucher is more than just a meal-it’s an experience that captures the spirit of Bondi: easy, fresh, and full of flavour. We’ll send the voucher via email directly to you so that you can pass it on easily when you like. Values from $50 – $500 are available. As soon as a voucher is purchased through our website, the recipient receives a PDF voucher with a unique code, expiry date, value and any personalised message. Perfect for last-minute gifting.
Why it’s the perfect gift:
Welcome to Macelleria Bondi Beach, where the craftsmanship of a traditional butcher meets the energy and style of Australia’s most iconic seaside suburb. Just steps from the sand, we’re a Bondi Beach restaurant known for our grass-fed steaks, succulent burgers, and healthy, satisfying meals.
We believe that great food starts with great ingredients, handled with respect and cooked with care. Every steak, burger, and side we serve tells the story of quality, flavour, and honest Australian produce – served in a relaxed, welcoming space that feels unmistakably Bondi.
Macelleria achieved international recognition when it was named the #4 Steak Restaurant in the World by travel publisher Big 7 Travel in its global steak restaurant rankings. The ranking placed Macelleria alongside some of the world’s most celebrated steak destinations and recognised the restaurant’s unique “butcher who cooks for you” concept, premium Australian beef program and relaxed Bondi Beach setting. This recognition elevated Macelleria from a local Bondi favourite to a restaurant with genuine international credibility amongst steak lovers and food travellers.
Macelleria was featured on the Netflix series Ugly Delicious, hosted by internationally acclaimed chef David Chang. The series explores food culture around the world and is regarded as one of Netflix’s most influential food documentaries. In the episode, David visited Sydney to explore Australia’s relationship with beef and steak culture. Macelleria was selected as one of the featured destinations, showcasing its unique approach to steak service, introducing Macelleria to a global audience and reinforced its position as one of Australia’s most recognisable casual steakhouse brands.

Macelleria Bondi has been honoured with the AGFG Reader's Choice Award, voted by diners through the Australian Good Food Guide. This award belongs to our customers - the locals and visitors who keep coming back for honest, butcher-quality cuts cooked simply and served without fuss. Grazie mille!
The word macelleria means “butcher’s shop” in Italian, and we’ve carried that tradition forward into a modern dining experience that celebrates provenance, quality, and craftsmanship. Behind our glass counter, you’ll see our butchers hand-select and prepare each cut of meat. You can choose your steak from the display, watch our chefs cook it to perfection on the open grill, and taste the difference that comes from true expertise and care.
At Macelleria, transparency is part of the experience. You can see everything – from the sizzle of the steak on the grill to the final plate arriving at your table. It’s an approach that connects you to the process, the produce, and the people behind your meal.
The heart of Macelleria Bondi is our Butcher’s Counter. Here you can view our chilled meat display and see the premium cuts of beef we prepare and cook for our guests in our kitchen.
Our Butcher’s Counter also caters to the home cook, with our butchers on hand to offer guidance, whether you’re choosing the perfect rib-eye for dinner at home or exploring something new from our range of grass-fed, dry-aged, and Wagyu selections.
More than a display, the Butcher’s Counter represents the spirit of Macelleria – transparent, hands-on, and the connection between farmer, butcher and chef.
Our Butcher’s Counter is open 7 days (view current hours here)!
We work directly with some of the best farmers in Australia, building relationships with producers who share our passion for sustainable, ethical farming. From the clean, green pastures of Tasmania to the marbled Wagyu beef of the Riverina, we select only meats that meet our uncompromising standards of quality and taste.
All our grass-fed beef is free from artificial growth hormones and carefully dry-aged between 30 and 42 days to intensify flavour and tenderness. Every steak on our menu is chosen for its character, richness, and depth.
When you dine at Macelleria Bondi, you’re tasting the result of years of experience, sourcing, and craftsmanship.
While steak is at our core, we’re equally proud of our fresh, nourishing menu that suits every Bondi lifestyle. Our grass-fed beef burgers are juicy, flavoursome, and cooked over flame for that perfect charred finish. We also serve wild-caught fish, free-range chicken and vibrant salads that make for a wholesome, healthy meal after a swim or gym session.
Each dish is prepared with the same level of care and attention – honest food made from honest ingredients. Whether you’re dining solo, bringing the family, or meeting friends, you’ll find something on the menu to satisfy your hunger and your conscience.
Macelleria reflects the easygoing atmosphere of Bondi itself – laid-back yet vibrant, premium yet approachable. You might find a group of surfers sharing steaks, locals catching up over burgers, or families enjoying dinner after a day at the beach.
Our open kitchen and butcher’s counter create a sense of theatre and connection, while our beachside location keeps things relaxed and social. It’s this combination of great food and genuine hospitality that keeps people coming back.
And the best part? No bookings required. Walk in anytime – whether it’s for a long lunch, a casual dinner, or a post-beach feed – and our friendly team will find you a table.

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No beachside meal is complete without the right drink. At Macelleria, our bar is designed to refresh and impress, from a cold post-swim beer to a final evening toast.
Enjoy tap beers, a wine list chosen to match our smoky steaks and burgers, and a selection of Australian producers who share our passion for quality. Prefer something stronger? Explore our aged whiskies, premium spirits, or signature cocktails, from classics with a twist to beach-inspired favourites.
Whether it’s a long lunch, sunset session, or a relaxed night with friends, we’ve got the perfect pour to match the moment.
EXCELLENT Based on 2790 reviews Posted on Google Christina ValdmanisTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Perfectly seasoned and perfectly cooked steak. The friendliest service that just made me feel like I had been welcomed home. Recommended!!!Posted on Google 丹羽康介Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. スタッフの方がとても親切で、居心地が良かったです。 ステーキもとても美味しかったです。 特にカンガルーのソーセージが好きでした。Posted on Google Ashleigh AdamsTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Amazing food, our server went above and beyond to make sure we were satisfied with our meal and he even offered to take family photos for us. Overall a great atmosphere.Posted on Google Tasha Susanti WidyaningtiasTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Delicious meats. Very friendly staffs.Posted on Google Hiraya Ricci DeeTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Always eating here when in town. Will always go back
Looking for a great place to eat at Bondi Beach? At Macelleria, you never need a reservation. Just walk in, and we’ll find you a table.
We’re all about relaxed beachside dining – sizzling grass-fed steaks, juicy burgers, and crisp salads. Whether you’ve just come from the surf, the gym, or a sunset walk, our friendly staff will always find room for you.
Why You’ll Love It
Open daily, come when you’re hungry, leave satisfied.