We’ve approached the White Horse with a contemporary lens, elevating the offering without the price tag.

A reinvented White Horse has reopened on Crown St after undergoing a complete overhaul by a team of hospitality veterans led by Director Craig Hemmings to bring locals an inviting venue that will feature both a buzzy ground floor restaurant and an upstairs public bar, outdoor garden terrace and intimate function room.

“We’re thrilled to bring the old girl back to life” – Craig Hemmings.

Joining Hemmings are Executive Chef Jed Gerrard (Wildflower, Ritz-Carlton Perth, Hearth, COMO the treasury, Wills Domain Magaret River), wine consultant James Audas (Lo-Fi Wines, Bar Heather, Noma, Tetsuya’s), cocktail consultant Michael Chiem (PS40, Bulletin Place, Sokyo), and General Manager Maureen Er (Manly Greenhouse, Tetsuya’s, Cho Cho San).

Farago Han Studio have led the design of the art-filled spaces, shaping a unique identity for each. alongside bold artwork. Reclaimed French oak tables, Shaker-inspired solid timber Danish J39 chairs mixed with locally made Gus chairs with woven sling-leather seats in khaki and navy, and softly textured walls inspired by the sandy bedrock Surry Hills is built on combine to present a space that’s vibrant and warm with subtle layers of luxe.

“Relaxed, quality and affordable is what we’re aiming for at the White Horse. We’re enormously proud of this venue and can’t wait to become part of the Surry Hills community.” – Craig Hemmings