Ates, Blackheath
Woodfire dining at its finest in the Blue Mountains
Set within the storied walls of the former Vulcan’s restaurant, Ates is redefining what dining in the Blue Mountains looks — and tastes — like.
This hatted Blackheath restaurant is led by a former Rockpool Bar & Grill head chef and built around one extraordinary centrepiece: a 150-year-old woodfire oven that brings depth, smoke, and soul to every dish that leaves the kitchen.
Ates celebrates a rotating Turkish-inspired menu grounded in premium local produce, where fire is not just a technique, but the heart of the experience.
Think slow-cooked Jack’s Creek sirloin served with harissa, salsa verde and creamed spinach, or whole roasted cabbage finished with black garlic, picada and olive cream — dishes that are bold, refined, and unmistakably tied to place.
The experience
Dining at Ates is immersive, warm, and elemental. The open flame is ever-present, shaping flavours with patience and precision. Almost everything that arrives at your table has passed through the woodfire oven — slow-cooked, kissed by smoke, and perfected over time.
This is destination dining worth planning your Blue Mountains escape around.
Why we recommend it
- Hatted restaurant in the heart of Blackheath
- Led by a former Rockpool Bar & Grill head chef
- Centred around a 150-year-old woodfire oven
- Turkish-inspired rotating menu featuring local produce
- Bold, seasonal dishes designed for sharing and discovery
Make it part of your Blue Mountains escape
Blue Mountains Escapes places you moments from some of the region’s most exceptional dining experiences — and Ates is one not to miss.
Book your stay, slow down, and discover why Blackheath is fast becoming one of Australia’s most exciting food destinations.