RUMA offers a unique all-day dining experience that blends Modern Australian cuisine with bold Asian flavours in Double Bay.
With a cosy atmosphere, inventive dishes, and a carefully crafted drinks menu, RUMA delivers a dining experience that feels both exciting and familiar.
A Name That Feels Like Home
RUMA means “home” in Malay, and the restaurant truly lives up to its name. From the moment you step inside, the space feels warm and inviting, striking the perfect balance between casual comfort and modern elegance.
Chef Faheem Noor, the talent behind RUMA’s menu, draws inspiration from Sydney’s diverse food culture. He creates dishes that feel both comforting and exciting, using seasonal, locally sourced ingredients to bring each plate to life.
RUMA’s interior combines earthy textures and native floral arrangements creating an intimate yet relaxed atmosphere. The design takes cues from traditional Malay homes but with a contemporary twist.
A Menu That Surprises and Delights
RUMA’s menu reflects Noor’s creative take on classic flavours, bringing together unexpected combinations and bold, fresh ingredients.
A Breakfast Spread with a Twist
RUMA turns morning staples into something special. The Kimchi and scallion hash browns offer a crispy, flavour-packed start to the day, while the Thai-style sausage McMuffin adds a fun, spicy kick.
For those with a sweet tooth, the Strawberry Sando is a light and airy treat. If you prefer savoury, the house favourite Australian scrambled eggs with Sambal Matah is for you.
Lunch and Dinner: Comfort Food, Elevated
RUMA’s menu encourages sharing and indulging, with small plates that highlight fresh, punchy flavours.
Start with:
-Infused Watermelon
-House Taramasalata and WA Octopus
-Korean Fried Chicken with Caviar
-Sydney Rock Oysters and Tuna Tartare
-Kingfish and Cooked Tiger Prawns
Move on to something more substantial:
-Lemon Ravioli with crispy chilli oil and kaffir limes
-Wagyu Striploin with Sarawak pepper jus and charred peppers
-Crumbed Lamb Cutlets with peas, baby cos, and mint sauce
-Grilled Salmon with stir fry warrigal greens
-Asian-style chermoula
And if you try only one dish, make it the King Prawns Egg Noodles with shellfish butter and scallions.
Cocktails That Hit the Spot
A great meal deserves a great drink, and RUMA’s cocktail menu delivers. Created by Alex Raclet and Alex Cameron (Table Manners Bronte), the drinks list focuses on fresh ingredients and layered flavours.
For something bright and tropical, try the ‘Ruma’, featuring vodka, passionfruit, ginger, orange blossom, orange juice and lime. If you love a margarita, the ‘Kumquat Margy’ featuring patron blanco that brings a citrusy twist with kumquat and calamansi. Whisky fans should go for the ‘Manuka Old Fashioned,’ a honey-infused rye whiskey with maple, indian tonic, and orange bitters. For wine lovers, you’ll love ‘Stone Fruit Bellini,’ a sparkling wine with a mix of mirabelle plum, mango, and allspice.
Why RUMA Stands Out in Double Bay
From early morning coffee to late-night cocktails, this is a place where food, drinks, and atmosphere come together effortlessly.
If you’re searching for a fresh new spot with exciting flavours, a welcoming vibe, and a menu worth coming back for, RUMA is it.
Visit RUMA
– 1/1 Kiaora Lane, Double Bay
– Open daily for breakfast & lunch (7am – 5pm)
– Dinner Wednesday to Sunday (5pm – 10pm)
Published 17-Feb-2025