Banksia Bistro - Downtown
Banksia Bistro offers a unique fusion of contemporary Australian and classic European cuisine in a relaxed yet sophisticated setting. The menu features ethnically diverse, shareable small plates, including standout dishes like kangaroo and stone-oven pizzas, showcasing a culinary journey rarely found in the Midwest. Founded by Australian expatriates passionate about global flavors, the bistro delivers an elevated dining experience with a laid-back Australian vibe.
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Mon-Sun 3PM - 6PM
Drink Specials
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$8 Gin-Berry Smash
- Bombay Gin
- Blueberries
- Basil
- Basil Syrup
- Lime Juice
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$8 Strawberry in Zest Martini
- Tito’s Vodka
- Strawberries
- Lemon Juice
- Lemonade
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$9 Herby-Derby
- Makers Whisky
- Basil & Lavender Syrup
- Mint
- Lemon Juice
- Ginger Beer
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$8 Aperolita
- Exotico Silver
- Aperol
- Lime juice
- Simple syrup
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$8 Crimson Tea Daiquiri
- Bacardi White Rum
- Hibiscus Tea Syrup
- Lime Juice
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$6 La Vieille Ferme – Rosé
- Luberon
- France
- $6 Whit Marlborough, New Zealand Blanc
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$6 Catena – Malbec
- Mendoza
- Argentina
- $5.5 Draft Beer (See our Selection)
Food Specials
- $13 Wild Caught Prawn Garlic Prawn Pizza
- $11 Pancetta Pizza
- $9 Pesto & Cherry Tomato Pizza
- $9 Margherita Pizza
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$10 Polpette Meat Balls
- Pork and Veal
- Italian Herbs served with a Romesco Sauce and Parmesan Crisp
- $12 Duo Dip Platter (G/F option) (Duo of Dips with Crackers & house-made Toasted Baguette)
- $5 Excalibur Fries (Served with Aussie-Style Chicken Salt)
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- Multicultural Australian-European fusion cuisine with unique dishes like kangaroo
- Grazing-style, shareable small plates emphasizing diverse flavors
- Stone pizza oven and a carefully curated full bar with cocktails, beer, and wine
Important Details
- Reservations preferred but walk-ins accepted
- Dinner service Wednesday through Saturday during winter
- Free two-hour validated parking available at specific nearby garages
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