LOCATION
This popular grill and tapas bar located in Crows Nest on the corner of Alexander St and Ernest Place. MUMU Grill has parking out the back (off Willoughby Lane) after 5.30. There is also ample parking in the 2 parking stations one in Holterman St and one on the corner of Alexander and Burlington St.
PROFILED BY DEGROOTS MEDIA
When popular Crows Nest haunt The Red Centre closed down suddenly in late 2007, it was hard to imagine that a new eatery could match its reputation. However, with MuMu Grill opening on the site in early 2008, the signs are promising. Choose from three seating areas – funky high-rise stools at the bar, elegant honey-wood tables in the main dining area, or heated outdoor bench-style seating. The adjoining pizza kitchen –MuMu Pizza – carries on the tradition set by the site’s former occupant, but what really makes MuMu unique is its grill.
If its quirky name doesn’t hint to you that beef is a menu mainstay, then a glance at the walls, where you’ll find Warhol-esque prints of cattle, will quickly get the message across. Specialising in grass-fed beef and sustainable produce, meat-lovers can choose from King Island rump with roast garlic mustard, Szechuan pepper-crusted prime rib, and beef fillet wrapped in sage and prosciutto. There’s also a good-looking selection of chicken and seafood dishes, along with a tapas menu that makes for a great introduction to the main course. A comprehensive wine list and an express lunch menu gives MuMu Grill all the elements of a real crowd pleaser. Can MuMu win over the stomachs of Crows Nest regulars? Only time will tell, but it’s off to good start.
Shelley Hepworth
FOOD & WINE
MUMU Grill has a strong focus on sustainable produce. Offering grass fed beef, suckling lamb, as well as market fresh fish. They have a new wood fired oven, to roast suckling pig and lamb in as well as organic chicken, duck and fish.
DRINKS
The restaurant has an 11m long bar where patrons can enjoy a variety of tapas, great cocktails,wines from an extensive list and ice cold beer. Come and have a quiet drink after work or catch up with friends and sip some of the mouth-watering cocktails.
ALFRESCO DINING
The restaurant has a unique setting, with the largest alfresco area in Crows Nest. This expansive and beautiful outdoor dining area set amidst a leafy canopy of trees, conveniently separate from the busy Willoughby Rd. Recycled Grey Ironbark tables seat approximately 70 people in a shaded relaxed environment perfect for sunny days and evenings.