Restaurant
de'sendent
Unit 3/152 Bussell Hwy, Margaret River WA 6285, Australia
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Unit 3/152 Bussell Hwy, Margaret River WA 6285, Australia
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Step off Bussell Highway into de’sendent for an unscripted degustation shaped by local produce and tableside storytelling. No printed menu gives the game away upfront—courses land unannounced as the kitchen sends out dishes like kangaroo and fig tartare, pan-seared scallops, and wagyu fillet. Diners notice the chefs themselves stepping out from the open kitchen to narrate the provenance and techniques behind every plate. Sommelier-led local wine flights handle the food with ease, while the temperance program matches that craft through cold-infused teas and fermented botanical tonics. Dinner wraps up without rush, anchored by unexpected finishes like white pepper and cardamom ice cream.
- Chef-Narrated Courses: Chefs, including the executive chef, personally deliver dishes tableside to walk through the provenance and craft behind plates like kangaroo tartare.
- Surprise Degustation: Courses arrive without a printed menu upfront, keeping each seasonal dish unrevealed until it reaches the table.
- Artisanal Non-Alcoholic Pairing: Handcrafted cold-infused teas, fermented tonics, and botanical spritzes mirror the complexity of the wine flight.
What's On at de'sendent
Upcoming events, special menus and other reasons to plan a visit.
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Distinctive Advantages
Why diners choose de'sendent for immersive milestone degustations in Margaret River
Chefs Personally Present Every Course
The kitchen team steps out from behind the pass, with executive chef Evan and fellow chefs personally introducing each plate to share its origin, provenance, and culinary technique.
To have each of the chefs present and describe all courses to you personally, was truly memorable
Jodee Wearne An Unrevealed Surprise Degustation
Each course unfolds in complete suspense without a printed menu upfront, letting diners experience unexpected flavor profiles and creative compositions course by course.
They don't have a menu so it was a surprise each time a course came out.
Linda Emmerton Curated Wine Pairings Without Decision Fatigue
Carefully considered pairings remove all ordering dilemmas, serving matched regional wines that harmonize seamlessly with complex multi-course profiles.
We chose to get the wine pairing so we didnt need to make any descisions and all the wines were ones we having never heard of before, so amazing and paried perfectly with the food.
Abby-Rose Bromley Artisanal Handcrafted Non-Alcoholic Flights
Non-drinkers receive an equally intricate beverage program composed of cold-infused teas, botanical spritzes, and artisanal fermented tonics tailored to each dish.
Rarely have I encountered such poetic parity in a temperance offering. Each sip was a meditation.
Clinton Rautenbach Genuinely Celebrated Milestone Dining
From handwritten anniversary notes to warm, personal hospitality, milestone celebrations are handled with genuine consideration rather than formulaic fine-dining service.
We were not only served exquisite food but made to feel truly celebrated.
April K Attentive Peace of Mind for Dietary Needs
Complex dietary restrictions, allergies, and custom requests are accommodated with thoughtful planning and warmth so guests can dine with total ease.
The chef went out of his way to make my partners meal allergy friendly and she was very happy
garth charteris
Most popular items
Signature degustation courses curated and presented tableside by the culinary team
Kangaroo and fig tartare
Each course is introduced by the chefs themselves, who present their creations with articulate passion and thoughtful storytelling. Their knowledge and care shine through as they detail the inspiration, technique, and provenance behind each plate—from kangaroo and fig tartare to the delicate fish and caramel cream.
April K Wagyu fillet
For my dining partner, it was the scallops—plump, sweet, and perfectly kissed by the pan—and the wagyu fillet that stole the show.
Clinton Rautenbach Pan-kissed scallops
For my dining partner, it was the scallops—plump, sweet, and perfectly kissed by the pan—and the wagyu fillet that stole the show.
Clinton Rautenbach Cauliflower and cheese tart
The vegetarian dishes were a breath of fresh air. The cauliflower and cheese tart just have a burst of flavours.
Emma Fell
Beyond the menu
Thoughtful personal touches and culinary craft that define the dining experience at de'sendent.
Chefs Presenting and Storytelling at the Table
Courses are brought out and introduced tableside by the kitchen team, including Executive Chef Evan Hayter, detailing the inspiration, technique, and provenance of each dish.
Handwritten Milestone Notes
Celebratory dinners conclude with thoughtful personalized recognition, including handwritten notes to mark milestone anniversaries.
Customized Dietary Accommodations
Rather than providing basic substitutions, the culinary team carefully adapts menus in advance for complex dietary needs and allergies without sacrificing craft or flavor.
Artisanal Non-Alcoholic Pairing Flights
Alongside regional wine flights, a curated non-alcoholic pairing features cold-infused teas, fermented tonics, and botanical spritzes crafted with distinct origin stories.
Before you head over
Practical guidance for booking, pacing, and beverage options during your degustation.
Expect a Surprise Degustation Format
The degustation operates as an unrevealed tasting experience where guests do not receive a printed menu beforehand, with dishes revealed tableside as each plate arrives.
Arrange Dietary Requests in Advance
Notify the team well ahead of time for dietary requirements or plant-based requests; guests note positive accommodations when reaching out prior to visiting.
Opt for Matched Beverage Flights
Both regional wine pairings and handcrafted non-alcoholic flights featuring botanical infusions and fermented tonics are offered alongside the courses.
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