FROM THE BLUE MOUNTAINS TO THE BISTROS OF PARIS.
By day a bustling artisan deli, by night an elevated Italian-French bistro — tucked inside a century-old Leura building and guided by world-class chef pedigree.
THE LEOPARD IS THE SPOT.
By day, The Leopard Leura is a bustling cafe specialising in house made focaccia, perfect pastas, and delicious bombolini. By night, The Leopard changes it's spots to become an elevated Italian-French bistro, tucked inside the century-old Leura Garage building. Chef Laurent Cambon brings authentic dishes that will delight, with rich sauces, all made with no shortcuts.
FROM THE BLUE MOUNTAINS TO THE BISTROS OF PARIS.
By day a bustling artisan deli, by night an elevated Italian-French bistro — tucked inside a century-old Leura building and guided by world-class chef pedigree.
FROM MIDDAY, IT'S FOCACCIA, PASTA & SO MUCH MORE!
Start with our famous house-made focaccia, share a Caprese salad and a serve of Arancini. Then share a perfect Penne Bolognase and a Linguine ai Gamberi. Finish your meal with a fresh made Chocolate Bombolini, and a shot of espresso. Perfecto!
ORDER ONLINE FOR A FAST LUNCH
Our online ordering is now live, so you can order and pick up your meal with a 15 minute turn around.
Lunch - 12pm - 2.30pm
Dinner - 5.30pm and 7.30pm.
FROM MIDDAY FOCACCIA
TO BOEUF BOURGUIGNON.
This is not a one-note menu. It starts with the focaccia — house-made daily, stuffed generously, and impossible to order just once. From there, a full lunch menu of pastas, salads, and daily specials, all made from scratch and ready from midday.
BISTRO STYLE MENU, WITH A RELAXED VIBE TO MATCH
Chef Laurent Cambon showcases Italian classics - Beef Tagliata with Rocket & Parmigiano, Insalata Caprese, Linguini Puttanesca, Fettuccine Boscaiola. Our specials menu leans into Italian and French seasonal dishes - Mussels Marinière, Zucchini flowers with Ricotta Gorgonzola, Chicken Cacciatore, Bouef Bourguignon, Gnocci Gorgonzolla - all made from scratch.
BISTRO STYLE MENU, WITH A RELAXED VIBE TO MATCH
Chef Laurent Cambon showcases Italian classics - Beef Tagliata with Rocket & Parmigiano, Insalata Caprese, Linguini Puttanesca, Fettuccine Boscaiola. Our specials menu leans into Italian and French seasonal dishes - Mussels Marinière, Zucchini flowers with Ricotta Gorgonzola, Chicken Cacciatore, Bouef Bourguignon, Gnocci Gorgonzolla - all made from scratch.
WHEN THE SUN GOES DOWN,
THE KITCHEN SHIFTS UP.
The dinner menu is where the kitchen really opens up — slow-braised beef cheeks, mussels marinière, Chicken Cacciatore, and French classics made from scratch, best enjoyed slowly and with good company.
JAZZ ON SUNDAYS
Book a table for dinner, and enjoy a night wrapped in the honey tones of Karl Javernig, classical Jazz guitar playing. The last event booked out fast, so reserved your table now, kitchen opens at 5.30pm.
Sunday 2nd July - 5.00-7.00 pm
Sunday 2nd August- 5.00-7.00 pm
Sunday 16th August- 5.00-7.00 pm (featuring Joel Fox)
Sunday 6th September - 5.00-7.00 pm
MEET THE CHEF WHO'S BEEN DOING THIS FOR 25 YEARS.
Chef Laurent Cambon spent 25 years as Head Chef at Machiavelli's — one of Sydney's most celebrated Italian institutions — before bringing every bit of that mastery to Leura. No shortcuts, no compromises. Just food made the traditional way, with ingredients chosen with intent.
BUILT IN 1920. STILL THE BEST
SEAT IN THE MOUNTAINS.
The Leopard lives inside the historic Leura Railway Garage — a building that's been part of this town for over a century. High ceilings, old bones, and a room that feels both alive and settled. There's a reason locals don't just eat here — they linger. The space invites it.
MEET THE CHEF WHO'S BEEN DOING THIS FOR 25 YEARS.
Chef Laurent Cambon spent 25 years as Head Chef at Machiavelli's — one of Sydney's most celebrated Italian institutions — before bringing every bit of that mastery to Leura. No shortcuts, no compromises. Just food made the traditional way, with ingredients chosen with intent.
BUILT IN 1920. STILL THE BEST SEAT IN THE MOUNTAINS.
The Leopard lives inside the historic Leura Railway Garage — a building that's been part of this town for over a century. High ceilings, old bones, and a room that feels both alive and settled. There's a reason locals don't just eat here — they linger. The space invites it.
PICK YOUR DATE. WE'LL HANDLE THE REST.
PICK YOUR SLOT.
WE'LL HANDLE THE REST.
Open Wednesday to Sunday
Lunch Bookings - 12pm-2.30pm
Bar & snack menu available 2.30-5.30
Dinner bookings - 5.30pm - 7.30pm
Groups of 7 or more
Please call or text us - 0411 374 097 with name, number of people, date and time request.
WORD TRAVELS FAST IN A SMALL TOWN.
Lovely place to have lunch. We had the focaccia with chicken schnitzel and also porchetta. Had a few cheeky beignets with our coffee after- sooo good! Service was excellent, friendly and efficient. Great atmosphere with excellent ambiance. Toilets clean and seating comfortable inside and out. Very reasonable prices and excellent coffee. Will definitely return.
Absolutely loved dining here for dinner on a rainy Thursday evening. We sat inside and the atmosphere was cosy and warm, The service was attentive and welcoming, and the food was so delicious! The bosciola was perfect (and I’ve tried too many!), lasagna had a beautiful home made sauce, which paired perfectly with their great wine list… Such a lovely new addition to Leura. We’re so grateful to have a new place like this in the mountains and can’t wait to make it our regular. Thank you for opening! ☺️
Great spot with really good, affordable coffee. We tried both focaccias, the meatball and the schnitzel, and they were absolutely delicious. Would definitely come back again!
Dropped in for the much talked about focaccia sandwiches 🥪. The meatball one was a stand out. A simple choccy milkshake hit the spot. Great service and the soups looked yum.
I went to the Harvest Festival a couple of weeks ago and stumbled upon this absolute gem! It’s such a cozy, welcoming spot. The salad was incredibly fresh, and the staff were so lovely and attentive. The whole experience felt like an incredible journey from start to finish. If you’re looking for amazing food and a wonderful atmosphere, this is it. I had a great experience and will definitely be back!
Had dinner here in April 2026 and the food and service were great. 2 of us had the beef bourguignon, I had the ragu and one had the Arrabbiata. The meals were very good although perhaps a bit expensive. Still worth it though. Would eat there again.
Great to See a new, Fresh and exciting food destination in Leura. Melissa has got the eye for style and the food is delicious And so fresh. Such an iconic venue, Very pleasing to see this space reopened in such a delightful way
What a fabulous time we had at Leopard tonight. Food was amazing. They catered for vegan options and presented the dishes beautifully. The staff were both efficient and friendly. A great new venue in Leura
What a great variety on the menu. They cater for vegan and gluten free, probably more I just didn’t really look. The gluten free bread was actually palatable and nice. Service was polite and extremely efficient. Servings were perfect size. Well stacked but not that much that you leave any. So a bonus of no wasted food. You can bring your fur babies as there is plenty of seating outside with fresh bowls of water for them. Our server Jess was spot on with everything. Great new place to eat in Leura.
WORD TRAVELS FAST IN A SMALL TOWN.
TONIGHT'S A GOOD NIGHT FOR ITALIAN.
Good food. A beautiful room. A chef who genuinely cares. What are you waiting for?
TONIGHT'S A GOOD
NIGHT FOR ITALIAN.
Good food. A beautiful room. A chef who genuinely cares. What are you waiting for?
Opening Hours:
Wednesdays - 12.00pm- 9.00pm
(Dinner from 5.30)
Thursdays - 12.00pm - 9.00pm
(Dinner from 5.30)
Friday - 12.00pm - 8.00pm
(Dinner from 5.30)
Saturday - 12.00pm - 8.00pm
(Dinner from 5.30)
Sunday - 12.00pm - 8.00pm
(Dinner from 5.30)
Monday and Tuesday - Closed
Get In Touch
Email: [email protected]
Number: +61 2 4787 8612
Address: 84 Railway Parade, Leura, NSW, Australia, 2780
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