Casual Seafood Eatery

Salmon & Bear is a neighbourhood restaurant located in the heart of Crows Nest on Willoughby Road.

Our aim is to bridge the gap between outstanding quality seafood, steaks and casual dining prices.

Removing a few frills means we can offer produce of the highest calibre such as Ora King Salmon for diners who like to eat out regularly.

Our restaurant in Crows Nest is a light filled space with fiddle leaf and olive tree greenery. We have a great outdoor courtyard surrounded by our herb garden which is perfect for alfresco dining and also a safe spot for the kids to play.

We hope to get to know you and we look forward to you dining with us.

 
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The Mibrasa Oven

Discovered on a trip to Spain, most of our food is cooked in the Mibrasa oven - a coal fired beast that harnesses the power of fire and flame to impart a delicate smokey flavour. Burning hotter than the sun - it seals the fish on the outside, crisping fish skin to perfection whilst keeping it moist, almost poached, on the inside.

So special is our Mibrasa that it’s only usually found smouldering in Michelin star establishments. Part dragon, part oven - this animal takes will, might and hard earned skills to master.

 
 
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WHY WE CHOOSE oRA KING SALMON - WAY MORE THAN JUST A GOOD LOOKING FISH.

 

When it comes to seafood sustainability NZ’s South Island based Ōra have it nailed. As a direct result of their traditional breeding program they’ve produced one seriously good looking Salmon...the Ōra King. Tasty enough to change the tide - he’s actual factual oceanic royalty.

Born and raised in the world's purest waters, it boasts a bright silver skin and has a much rounder belly than Atlantic salmon giving a more generous fillet. Its oil content not only ensures a wonderful mouthfeel but keeps the fish from drying out during cooking. The result, perfect salmon that has a creamy, almost buttery texture.

Ōra King are fully committed to protecting the ecology of our oceans too. Their focus on sustainability and quality is what got our attention and together, we’re helping to ensure fish suppers of the future. Swimming in line with these high standards - all of our fish is carefully procured by seafood supplier Jules Crocker of Joto fish. Supplying to Sydney’s finest eateries they’ve harmonised perfectly the balance between high quality, sustainably caught fish and casual prices.