Two Emus Café
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Two Emus Café
OPENING HOURS
Monday – Friday 8.30am – 3pm
Saturday and Sunday 9am – 3pm
Discover the secret courtyard bistro bar at the National Art School, in the heart of Darlinghurst. Eat outdoors under the palms and eucalypts, surrounded by the massive convict cut sandstone walls. Located in what was once the debtors’ quarters of the old Darlinghurst Gaol, Two Emus is where artists and art students come together.
Whether you want to grab a meal on the go or kick back and relax over brunch, our flavour-packed menu has something for everyone, with fresh, local produce. Dishes start from only $7, with vegetarian and vegan options available. Enjoy the casual artist focused atmosphere where all are welcome.
Latest News
Thursday 09 July 2026
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Thursday 09 July 2026
Applications are now open for The 25th Dobell Drawing Prize. The Dobell Drawing Prize is Australia’s leading prize for drawing, and an unparalleled celebration of technique, innovation and expanded practice. Presented at the National Art School in partnership with the Sir William Dobell Art Foundation, this biennial exhibition continues to highlight the enduring relevance and changing role of dra…
Tuesday 30 June 2026
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Tuesday 30 June 2026
Please see below for current and forthcoming exhibitions and events featuring our staff and alumni. Dr Carolyn McKenzie-Craig: Becoming Penguin (Act II) Head of Printmaking, Dr Carolyn McKenzie-Craig, presents Becoming Penguin (Act II) at PARKER Contemporary, Brisbane. The exhibition asks what it means to seek protection from a world that continues to decide who is seen, who is suspected, and w…
Thursday 25 June 2026
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Thursday 25 June 2026
This NAIDOC Week, the theme Fifty Years of Deadly recognises the enduring strength, resilience and achievements of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. Fifty Years of Deadly is a tribute to the people who built this movement. The Elders who stood firm, the organisers who made space, the artists who turned resistance into expression, and the communities who keep showing up, year after …