There’s bone broth, and then there’s Bone Broth with a capital B. Star Anise Organic’s Broth Bar & Larder in Bronte isn’t your average health pit stop — it’s where ancestral diets, ethical sourcing, and slick design collide. Since 2010, this crew has been setting the benchmark for clean, nutrient-dense wholefoods in Australia. Think grass-fed beef broth served steaming in a cup, activated nuts that crunch like they’ve been blessed by a nutritionist, and ferments that your gut bacteria would swipe right on. It’s old-world food wisdom, spun into modern wellness fuel, and it’s got cult status for a reason.
Location
49 Belgrave Street, Bronte NSW 2024
+61 421 786 009 | brothbar@staraniseorganic.com
Open Mon–Sat: 8am–6pm, Sun: 11am–4pm (closed public holidays)
Website: staraniseorganic.com
The BioHax Take
Step inside and you’ll find a cross between your great-grandmother’s kitchen and a minimalist apothecary. Broth Bar & Larder is equal parts retail pantry and dine-in kitchen, with every Star Anise product handcrafted onsite in small batches. The philosophy? Combine ancestral prep techniques (slow cooking, fermenting, proper soaking) with modern nutritional science to create food that heals, nourishes, and actually tastes bloody good. Transparency is the rule: all meat is grass-fed, poultry is certified organic, and seafood is wild-caught. No refined sugar, no seed oils, no dodgy additives — just clean fuel for body and soul.
What’s On Offer
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Hot Broth by the cup — chicken, beef, fish, or veggie, with add-on “flavour bombs” like Immunity (garlic, chilli, turmeric) or Miso.
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Broth-Based Soups — restorative Asian, green goodness, pumpkin, or chicken noodle.
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Meals of the Day — daily-changing wholefood plates (pre-order recommended).
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Sides & Snacks — activated nuts, cheese toasties, sauerkraut, paleo bread, liver pâté.
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Hot & Cold Drinks — bulletproof coffee, turmeric lattes, herbal teas, iced matcha, smoothies powered with beef broth cubes and collagen.
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The Larder — pre-packaged staples like frozen broth cubes, ferments, bliss balls, power bars, carob bears, gummies, and activated muesli.
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Third-Party Products — a curated range from ethical suppliers: raw honey, biodynamic yogurt, olive oil, kombucha, collagen powders, wild salmon, bone marrow balm, and more.
Photo Credit: Image courtesy of Star Anise Organic Wholefoods - Signature dishes from Star Anise Organic’s Broth Bar & Larder, including zucchini noodle bolognese topped with parmesan, an almond and coffee sokolata slab with scattered chocolate pieces, and a grass-fed beef plate served with a fresh garden salad.
Signature Dishes & Experiences
Bone Broth Flight
Served hot in cups, with optional flavour bombs — immunity, Asian, or miso. Comfort in liquid form.
Dairy-Free Super Smoothie
Berries, cacao, frozen broth cubes, liver cube, medjool dates, collagen, MCT oil — a protein shake your gut will actually thank you for.
Activated Nuts & Ferments
From beet kvass to kraut juice, sauerkraut to almonds, everything is alive, sprouted, and nutrient-dense.
Frozen Broth Cubes
Paleo convenience: toss a cube into your cooking and you’re instantly at ancestral-grandma level.
Sweet Fix, Cleaned Up
House-made treats like bliss balls, ginger bites, and sokolata (choc + chilli, peppermint, or macadamia nut).
Ideal For
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Health nuts who want their broth straight, no shortcuts
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Paleo, GAPS, keto, and ancestral diet devotees
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Families looking for nutrient-dense snacks for kids that aren’t junk
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Postpartum mums needing serious nourishment packs
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Conscious eaters chasing ethical, transparent sourcing
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People with intolerances (gluten-free, dairy-free, refined sugar-free)
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Locals looking for a clean takeaway option in Bronte
Sustainability Snapshot
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100% grass-fed beef, certified organic poultry, wild-caught seafood
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Organic produce sourced locally where possible
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Traditional preparation methods — fermentation, long slow cooking, sprouting
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Zero refined sugar, industrial seed oils, or chemical nasties
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Kitchen and store free from harsh chemical cleaning agents
Photo Credit: Image courtesy of Star Anise Organic Wholefoods - A collage from Star Anise Organic’s Broth Bar & Larder featuring a matcha latte topped with cinnamon and rose petals, the café’s wall display highlighting its traditional wholefoods philosophy above steaming broth pots, and takeaway parfait cups layered with yogurt, granola, and berries.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Star Anise Organic use certified organic produce?
Yes. All produce is certified organic wherever possible. Meat is grass-fed, poultry is certified organic and pasture-raised, and all fish is wild-caught.
What makes Broth Bar & Larder different?
Every product is handcrafted onsite in small batches using ancestral preparation techniques like fermenting, soaking, and long simmering. No refined sugar, gluten, or industrial oils.
Can I dine in or take away?
Yes. You can sip broth in-house or take it with you. Pre-packaged meals, frozen cubes, and larder items are also available for takeaway.
Does Star Anise cater for special diets?
Yes. All products are gluten-free, refined sugar-free, seed oil-free, and mostly dairy-free (except pâté and some soups).
Do they serve coffee?
Yes. Organic coffee beans, bulletproof coffee, turmeric lattes, and iced matcha are all on the menu.
What’s the most popular item?
Bone broth by the cup is the star — small, large, or with flavour bombs for an extra hit.
Are frozen options available?
Yes. Frozen broth cubes, soups, and postpartum packs are ready to take home.
What are ‘activated nuts’?
Nuts that have been soaked and dehydrated to improve digestibility and nutrient absorption. A house specialty.
Do they stock other brands?
Yes. The Larder carries a curated selection of ethical third-party products like kombucha, olive oil, collagen, and raw honey.
When did Star Anise Organic start?
Since 2010, they’ve set the benchmark for authenticity and purity in Australia’s wholefoods industry.
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Article originally published: 9 July 2025, by Editor
