Looking for a cozy night out that’s more than just dinner? Check out this combo that brings together scrumptious food with a movie in comfy seats. Start the evening with an all-you-can-eat buffet featuring tasty international dishes that cater to all dietary needs. After dinner, snuggle up on soft cushions or relax on upright seating while enjoying the latest films. It's more than just dining; it's an experience you won't forget.

What We Offer

• All-You-Can-Eat Vegetarian Dinner and Movie Session for Two:

Govindas: A Sydney Dating Institution

Govindas is a Sydney dating institution. For the past 28 years, couples have been canoodling on the couches in the boutique cinema after gorging on vegetarian food filled with good karma in the restaurant below." – Sydney Morning Herald

Start Your Evening at Govindas

Start your evening at Govindas and dine to your full satisfaction from the opulent buffet.

They recommend you allow at least half an hour to dine before going upstairs to the cinema, i.e., dinner booking between 5:45-6:30 pm for a 7:00 movie or 7:30-8:30 for a 9:00 - 9:30 movie.

For late afternoon or early evening screenings, you have the option of dining after the movie.

The restaurant opens at 5:45 pm Wednesday through Sunday (we are closed Monday & Tuesday) and seats 120 people.

Cinematic Comfort Like No Other

The movie room is a boutique cinema offering specially designed floor cushioning for optimum reclining comfort. Guests are encouraged to kick off their shoes, stretch out and really make themselves at home. Upright seating is also available in the form of couches and tub chairs.

Why Locals Love Govindas

• Winner of AMG's Best Vegetarian Restaurant in Sydney Award 2011

• Menu changes nightly but always includes a delicious Indian dahl soup, vegetable curry, baked penne pasta, lentil pie or potato au gratin, cauliflower pakoras, poppadums, and cucumber yoghurt dip

• After dinner, guests can go upstairs to the movie room and cuddle up on the soft cushions while watching the latest cinema releases View Movie Times in optimal reclining comfort

• Balcony seating also available

• Featured in SMH as one of Sydney's best cinema experiences

• Featured in Urban List

• Featured in TimeOut Sydney

• Featured in Concrete Playground

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Why You Should Grab This Offer

This offer stands out because it combines ethical dining with entertainment in one of Sydney’s iconic locations. The wide-ranging international buffet ensures there is something for everyone, including those who are vegan or gluten-free. With its community-focused atmosphere, guests feel at home while enjoying expertly crafted dishes by renowned chef Karana Krishna Das. As you relax on comfortable cushions, watching the latest releases, it's clear that this isn't just another dinner; it's an experience that offers warmth and inclusivity. Grab this chance to enjoy great food while supporting sustainable practices.