Top Italian Restaurants in Sydney

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RISOTTO (gf)

4.8 (587)

$41 to $100

Italian

Sydney CBD

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Gav

Dined 7 days ago

Mark was such a great help on advising the perfect wines to match our meal. Great service all around and food was delicious. Always such a great experience!

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Gav

Dined 7 days ago

Mark was such a great help on advising the perfect wines to match our meal. Great service all around and food was delicious. Always such a great experience!

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3-Course Set Lunch - $59

Olio Kensington Street

4 (389)

$41 to $100

Italian

Chippendale

Olio Kensington Street is a modern Italian restaurant that opened in early 2017. Located in The Old Rum Store, it features a contemporary indoor dining room and a rooftop terrace overlooking Chippendale. The menu highlights quality produce and fresh flavours, with a strong focus on seasonal ingredients and traditional Italian touches. Olio offers a dining experience that celebrates Italy’s culinary heritage in a refined, modern way.

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loren

Dined 2 days ago

One of the best kept secrets in Sydney! Be sure to make sure you visit this authentic Italian Experience is on your list !

Olio Kensington Street is a modern Italian restaurant that opened in early 2017. Located in The Old Rum Store, it features a contemporary indoor dining room and a rooftop terrace overlooking Chippendale. The menu highlights quality produce and fresh flavours, with a strong focus on seasonal ingredients and traditional Italian touches. Olio offers a dining experience that celebrates Italy’s culinary heritage in a refined, modern way.

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loren

Dined 2 days ago

One of the best kept secrets in Sydney! Be sure to make sure you visit this authentic Italian Experience is on your list !

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$80 Olio Experience

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3-Course Set Lunch - $59

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DOC Pizza & Mozzarella Bar - Southbank

4.4 (256)

$40 and under

Italian

Southbank

D.O.C is real Italian eating and age old simplicity refreshed with contemporary flair. A celebration of heritage. A joy in sharing. Authentic, exuberant and outrageously Italian.

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Donna

Dined 6 days ago

Absolutely beautiful atmosphere and staff were attentive and friendly

D.O.C is real Italian eating and age old simplicity refreshed with contemporary flair. A celebration of heritage. A joy in sharing. Authentic, exuberant and outrageously Italian.

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Donna

Dined 6 days ago

Absolutely beautiful atmosphere and staff were attentive and friendly

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Zafferano Trattoria Mediterranea

4.5 (162)

$41 to $100

Sicilian

Paddington

Here at Zafferano, we like to keep things a little old school, from sourcing to serving, our key values remain.
Simone, the Head Chef and co-owner of Zafferano grew up inside the kitchen of his family's restaurant in Porticello, Sicily and brings that passion and authenticity to his food.
We combine local, fresh, seasonal ingredients with passion and tradition, to create a menu that is endlessly devoted to flavour and quality. We have a love for food, for the whole experience. We believe in celebrating just how powerful food can be, from the seed to the plate. Because connection through food is our mission.
Our space is intimate with only 38 seats and the overall vibe of the restaurant really transports you to Sicily with an outdoor courtyard that feels like a traditional Italian piazza.
We have a few signature dishes however the Risotto Marinara & Spaghetti Marinara are definitely at the for front of our menu.

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Louise

Dined 4 days ago

Zafferano was excellent once again, in every way.

Here at Zafferano, we like to keep things a little old school, from sourcing to serving, our key values remain.
Simone, the Head Chef and co-owner of Zafferano grew up inside the kitchen of his family's restaurant in Porticello, Sicily and brings that passion and authenticity to his food.
We combine local, fresh, seasonal ingredients with passion and tradition, to create a menu that is endlessly devoted to flavour and quality. We have a love for food, for the whole experience. We believe in celebrating just how powerful food can be, from the seed to the plate. Because connection through food is our mission.
Our space is intimate with only 38 seats and the overall vibe of the restaurant really transports you to Sicily with an outdoor courtyard that feels like a traditional Italian piazza.
We have a few signature dishes however the Risotto Marinara & Spaghetti Marinara are definitely at the for front of our menu.

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Louise

Dined 4 days ago

Zafferano was excellent once again, in every way.

Osteria Coogee

4.5 (128)

$41 to $100

Italian

Coogee

Our mission is to bring a piece of Italy to the heart of Coogee, and to bring the Italian sense of family and connection to everyone that dines with us. The perfect beachside setting for a Casual Dinner with Friends, Date Night, or Family Outing. Or if you’re planning a party with the gang, we offer Bottomless Brunches every weekend! We change all of our menus seasonally, highlighting the best of what Australian produce has to offer, through the lens of traditional Italian cuisine, with a wide range of Italian wines and delightful cocktails to match. Any dietary requirements can be catered to with ease - gluten free, vegetarian and vegan menus are all available upon request at any time.

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BiljanaM

Dined on Jun 17, 2023

What a wonderful restaurant, nothing to fault. The wine, food, service and ambience were all amazing and we had a great time. Highly recommend Osteria and will definitely be back sooner rather than later. The best place to eat in Coogee.

Our mission is to bring a piece of Italy to the heart of Coogee, and to bring the Italian sense of family and connection to everyone that dines with us. The perfect beachside setting for a Casual Dinner with Friends, Date Night, or Family Outing. Or if you’re planning a party with the gang, we offer Bottomless Brunches every weekend! We change all of our menus seasonally, highlighting the best of what Australian produce has to offer, through the lens of traditional Italian cuisine, with a wide range of Italian wines and delightful cocktails to match. Any dietary requirements can be catered to with ease - gluten free, vegetarian and vegan menus are all available upon request at any time.

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BiljanaM

Dined on Jun 17, 2023

What a wonderful restaurant, nothing to fault. The wine, food, service and ambience were all amazing and we had a great time. Highly recommend Osteria and will definitely be back sooner rather than later. The best place to eat in Coogee.

Big Fat Indian

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$41 to $100

Indian

Darlinghurst

Chicken Rosemary with olive khichdi, well known in Indian 'chicken malai tikka' fusion with Italian herbs.

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$120 Banquet 5+ guests Fri-Sat-Sun Dinner

Pellegrino 2000

4.7 (1123)

$41 to $100

Italian

Surry Hills

A busy neighbourhood trattoria & wine bar in Surry Hills.

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Jackie

Dined on Jun 10, 2025

Had an amazing night with friends last night. Food was amazing, especially the twice cook octopus and the steak. Service was excellent and staffs were very accommodating. Would definitely come back and recommend others to join as well!

A busy neighbourhood trattoria & wine bar in Surry Hills.

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Jackie

Dined on Jun 10, 2025

Had an amazing night with friends last night. Food was amazing, especially the twice cook octopus and the steak. Service was excellent and staffs were very accommodating. Would definitely come back and recommend others to join as well!

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$120 Banquet 5+ guests Fri-Sat-Sun Dinner

Verace Pizzeria

4.5 (1337)

$40 and under

Pizzeria

Macquarie Park

Verace Pizzeria is officially open and proud to bring to you the traditional flavours of the true Neapolitan pizza. Our recently crowned World Pizza Championship winning Pizzaioli bring with them an impassioned desire to produce for you the exquisite taste of this certified artisan handmade product right here in Macquarie Park.

Verace has won the following accolades at several rounds of the World Pizza Championships...

2015 Australian Grand Champion
2015 1st Place Pizza Acrobatica
2015 1st Place Gluten Free
2015 1st Place STG Margherita

2016 Australian Grand Champion
2016 1st Place Gluten Free
2016 1st Place STG Margherita
2016 2nd Place STG Margherita

2017 Australia’s Best Pizza
2017 2nd Place Dessert Pizza

2018 1st Place Dessert Pizza

2019 1st Place Gluten free
2019 3rd Place Dessert Pizza

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Christina

Dined 7 days ago

The place was bustling when we went but we were seated very quickly and the food came quite quickly as well. The service and food quality were really good and I will recommend making a reservation even for lunch.

Verace Pizzeria is officially open and proud to bring to you the traditional flavours of the true Neapolitan pizza. Our recently crowned World Pizza Championship winning Pizzaioli bring with them an impassioned desire to produce for you the exquisite taste of this certified artisan handmade product right here in Macquarie Park.

Verace has won the following accolades at several rounds of the World Pizza Championships...

2015 Australian Grand Champion
2015 1st Place Pizza Acrobatica
2015 1st Place Gluten Free
2015 1st Place STG Margherita

2016 Australian Grand Champion
2016 1st Place Gluten Free
2016 1st Place STG Margherita
2016 2nd Place STG Margherita

2017 Australia’s Best Pizza
2017 2nd Place Dessert Pizza

2018 1st Place Dessert Pizza

2019 1st Place Gluten free
2019 3rd Place Dessert Pizza

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Christina

Dined 7 days ago

The place was bustling when we went but we were seated very quickly and the food came quite quickly as well. The service and food quality were really good and I will recommend making a reservation even for lunch.

Mike’s Grill at Baulkham Hills Sports Club

4.6 (255)

$40 and under

Modern Australian

Baulkham Hills

The Gallery restaurant has a leafy outlook, a relaxed feel and a contemporary menu that mixes modern trends with everyday classics. From burgers and steaks to pizza and pasta, the Gallery has all your hearty favourites. The bistro is situated within the Baulkham Hills Sports Club, allowing guests to take advantage of their competitive beverage prices.With a strong focus on service, this casual bistro ticks all the boxes.

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Cathy

Dined on Jun 9, 2025

We like the variety of food choices. Good serving sizes. Nice club ambience

The Gallery restaurant has a leafy outlook, a relaxed feel and a contemporary menu that mixes modern trends with everyday classics. From burgers and steaks to pizza and pasta, the Gallery has all your hearty favourites. The bistro is situated within the Baulkham Hills Sports Club, allowing guests to take advantage of their competitive beverage prices.With a strong focus on service, this casual bistro ticks all the boxes.

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Cathy

Dined on Jun 9, 2025

We like the variety of food choices. Good serving sizes. Nice club ambience

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4.8 (425)

$41 to $100

Italian

Rushcutters Bay

Casual Italian Restaurant with Friendly service and traditional food. Bar seating and dining tables with two different rooms. We are a small but vibrant place.

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Alice

Dined on Jun 4, 2025

Figo is an absolute gem. So authentically Italian. The team there is friendly and the food is exceptional. The ambience incredible. Such a treat.

Casual Italian Restaurant with Friendly service and traditional food. Bar seating and dining tables with two different rooms. We are a small but vibrant place.

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Alice

Dined on Jun 4, 2025

Figo is an absolute gem. So authentically Italian. The team there is friendly and the food is exceptional. The ambience incredible. Such a treat.

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4.6 (579)

$40 and under

Italian

Newtown

Whether you like to play it safe with spaghetti or go crazy with casarecce, you'll find all your favourite pastas, fresh and homemade, at new Italian diner La Favola. Let the carb-loading begin.

So who's the master of pasta at La Favola? That would be Italian chef Fabio Stefanelli.
Stefanelli's recipe for success is simple — six pastas and six sauces, and patrons can mix and match as they please.

So La Favola's Family is committed to producing top quality Italian gastronomy, to the use of authentic ingredients, and to keeping the tradition of Italian culture and hospitality vibrant and passionate.

We look forward to serving you!

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Juliette

Dined 4 days ago

Super Nice restaurant on King street! Food and service are both great!

Whether you like to play it safe with spaghetti or go crazy with casarecce, you'll find all your favourite pastas, fresh and homemade, at new Italian diner La Favola. Let the carb-loading begin.

So who's the master of pasta at La Favola? That would be Italian chef Fabio Stefanelli.
Stefanelli's recipe for success is simple — six pastas and six sauces, and patrons can mix and match as they please.

So La Favola's Family is committed to producing top quality Italian gastronomy, to the use of authentic ingredients, and to keeping the tradition of Italian culture and hospitality vibrant and passionate.

We look forward to serving you!

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Juliette

Dined 4 days ago

Super Nice restaurant on King street! Food and service are both great!

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OTTO Sydney

4.7 (317)

$101 and over

Italian

Woolloomooloo

OTTO celebrates people, place and la dolce vita. Situated in the spectacular surrounds of the Finger Wharf at Woolloomooloo, OTTO has an undeniable reputation as one of Sydney’s most respected dining institutions. At the heart of the restaurant is old world hospitality and long-standing relationships held with a fiercely loyal clientele. Approachable yet refined service greets modern Italian cuisine, alfresco dining and trademark waterside views. OTTO is the quintessential Sydney dining experience and has remained a local favourite for over 17 years.

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Dined on May 9, 2025

From the moment we were greeted by Jessie we knew this was going to be no ordinary evening The attention to detail and consideration to us all by our waiter Yuri was exceptional and the food was divine.

OTTO celebrates people, place and la dolce vita. Situated in the spectacular surrounds of the Finger Wharf at Woolloomooloo, OTTO has an undeniable reputation as one of Sydney’s most respected dining institutions. At the heart of the restaurant is old world hospitality and long-standing relationships held with a fiercely loyal clientele. Approachable yet refined service greets modern Italian cuisine, alfresco dining and trademark waterside views. OTTO is the quintessential Sydney dining experience and has remained a local favourite for over 17 years.

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Dined on May 9, 2025

From the moment we were greeted by Jessie we knew this was going to be no ordinary evening The attention to detail and consideration to us all by our waiter Yuri was exceptional and the food was divine.

Italo House

4.4 (63)

$40 and under

Italian

Bondi Beach

A modern Australian take on classic Italian cuisine, curated by chef Sam Lane with a clean and confident wine & cocktail selection. Offering a large private party experience or a more intimate dining atmosphere, and everything in between. Our restaurant celebrates the fun of eating out and the joy of unexpected and unique experiences.

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Berni

Dined on May 9, 2025

Great experience!! Amazing food and drinks with quick and friendly service. Very much worth it for the bottomless package we all had a fab time! :)

A modern Australian take on classic Italian cuisine, curated by chef Sam Lane with a clean and confident wine & cocktail selection. Offering a large private party experience or a more intimate dining atmosphere, and everything in between. Our restaurant celebrates the fun of eating out and the joy of unexpected and unique experiences.

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Berni

Dined on May 9, 2025

Great experience!! Amazing food and drinks with quick and friendly service. Very much worth it for the bottomless package we all had a fab time! :)

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Osteria di Russo & Russo

4.8 (1228)

$41 to $100

Contemporary Italian

Enmore

Enmore's Osteria di Russo & Russo is a favorite among locals and visitors alike for its modern take on classic Italian flavours, served in its warm and charming restaurant. As snacks to start, the fiore di zucchini fried zucchini flower with goat's milk ricotta and lemon aspen and the cannolo filled with a duck liver parfait, date and hazelnuts are sensational selections.

Some of Osteria di Russo & Russo's specialty dishes include the saltbush gnocchi with pork sausage ragu and pecorino, the chargrilled beef flank with green garlic, nasturtium and smoked eggplant and the slow cooked freemantle octopus with chickpea, salsa rossa and native bush tomato, as well as vegetarian dishes.

Osteria di Russo & Russo's strawberry sorbet, davidson plum meringue and limoncello custard is the perfect dessert with which to finish your meal.

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Andrew

Dined on May 31, 2025

Solidly good food, and th experience was elevated by the exceptional service and beautiful setting. Perfect for a romantic evening.

Enmore's Osteria di Russo & Russo is a favorite among locals and visitors alike for its modern take on classic Italian flavours, served in its warm and charming restaurant. As snacks to start, the fiore di zucchini fried zucchini flower with goat's milk ricotta and lemon aspen and the cannolo filled with a duck liver parfait, date and hazelnuts are sensational selections.

Some of Osteria di Russo & Russo's specialty dishes include the saltbush gnocchi with pork sausage ragu and pecorino, the chargrilled beef flank with green garlic, nasturtium and smoked eggplant and the slow cooked freemantle octopus with chickpea, salsa rossa and native bush tomato, as well as vegetarian dishes.

Osteria di Russo & Russo's strawberry sorbet, davidson plum meringue and limoncello custard is the perfect dessert with which to finish your meal.

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Andrew

Dined on May 31, 2025

Solidly good food, and th experience was elevated by the exceptional service and beautiful setting. Perfect for a romantic evening.

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Ecco Ristorante

4.8 (495)

$41 to $100

Italian

Drummoyne

Ecco Ristorante is a spectacular waterfront venue in Drummoyne specialising in a la carte dining, weddings, cocktail functions, corporate and group events. Come in and enjoy our top class italian dishes, range of local/Italian wines & desserts served in beautiful surroundings with a stunning backdrop of Sydney Harbour.

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Sean

Dined 4 days ago

Amazing as always. The swordfish was melt in your mouth, tuna carpaccio melted on the fork, and the fritti was crisp and succulent. New fitout is amazing too, and the wine list quality and affordable. Looked after the kids too.

Ecco Ristorante is a spectacular waterfront venue in Drummoyne specialising in a la carte dining, weddings, cocktail functions, corporate and group events. Come in and enjoy our top class italian dishes, range of local/Italian wines & desserts served in beautiful surroundings with a stunning backdrop of Sydney Harbour.

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Sean

Dined 4 days ago

Amazing as always. The swordfish was melt in your mouth, tuna carpaccio melted on the fork, and the fritti was crisp and succulent. New fitout is amazing too, and the wine list quality and affordable. Looked after the kids too.

Crento Italian Collaroy

4.5 (76)

$40 and under

Italian

Collaroy

Good food, made simple. We serve well cooked, simple yet delicious Italian food. We have an extensive menu consisting of entrees, mains, pizzas and pastas. We can cater to a variety of dietary requirements including vegans and gluten free as almost all our food is cooked to order.

We have been a finalist in the Northern Beaches Local Business awards 3 years running every year since we opened, and most recently in the 2022 R&CA Restaurant & Catering Awards for Excellence in the Informal Italian Restaurant Category.

As always you can always call 8937 4331 with any questions and our friendly staff will be happy to answer them.

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ChristineB

Dined on Nov 10, 2023

Didn’t seem to recognise my booking but apart from that good.

Good food, made simple. We serve well cooked, simple yet delicious Italian food. We have an extensive menu consisting of entrees, mains, pizzas and pastas. We can cater to a variety of dietary requirements including vegans and gluten free as almost all our food is cooked to order.

We have been a finalist in the Northern Beaches Local Business awards 3 years running every year since we opened, and most recently in the 2022 R&CA Restaurant & Catering Awards for Excellence in the Informal Italian Restaurant Category.

As always you can always call 8937 4331 with any questions and our friendly staff will be happy to answer them.

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ChristineB

Dined on Nov 10, 2023

Didn’t seem to recognise my booking but apart from that good.

Mammas And Papas

4.5 (282)

$40 and under

Italian

Randwick

We invite you all to enjoy the perfect dining spot. We are an authentic, traditional and family-owned Italian Restaurant in Randwick at The Spot. From pizza, pasta, seafood, veal or chicken we have something for all the family including gluten-free, vegetarian or vegan options. Our aim is to keep the guests delighted and coming back for more. We take great pride in our products, using only the finest ingredients, we strive to provide you a great meal, friendly service and most importantly make you feel at home, or why not enjoy the best Italian food from the comfort of your own home with our free delivery and take away option. Sit back, relax and enjoy the company of family and friends. Thank you for your support!

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Steve

Dined 5 days ago

First timer here. Really liked the food offering at a very fair price. I had the baked eggplant for a starter, the saltimbocca for a main & the panna cotta to finish. All done very nicely. A great local Italian

We invite you all to enjoy the perfect dining spot. We are an authentic, traditional and family-owned Italian Restaurant in Randwick at The Spot. From pizza, pasta, seafood, veal or chicken we have something for all the family including gluten-free, vegetarian or vegan options. Our aim is to keep the guests delighted and coming back for more. We take great pride in our products, using only the finest ingredients, we strive to provide you a great meal, friendly service and most importantly make you feel at home, or why not enjoy the best Italian food from the comfort of your own home with our free delivery and take away option. Sit back, relax and enjoy the company of family and friends. Thank you for your support!

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Steve

Dined 5 days ago

First timer here. Really liked the food offering at a very fair price. I had the baked eggplant for a starter, the saltimbocca for a main & the panna cotta to finish. All done very nicely. A great local Italian

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4.7 (170)

$40 and under

Italian

Leichhardt

Authentic Italian Cuisine Since 1977, La Botte D'oro has been combining the best of modern and traditional Italian cooking and service into a tantalising restaurant experience. Come enjoy Nonna's handmade pasta and our wood fired pizzas.

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Sera

Dined 7 days ago

Food and service was very good. It was relaxing and I really enjoyed watching the video of Catania. May I suggest consider to show other beautiful cities in Italy from other regions. Thank you for a good night.

Authentic Italian Cuisine Since 1977, La Botte D'oro has been combining the best of modern and traditional Italian cooking and service into a tantalising restaurant experience. Come enjoy Nonna's handmade pasta and our wood fired pizzas.

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Sera

Dined 7 days ago

Food and service was very good. It was relaxing and I really enjoyed watching the video of Catania. May I suggest consider to show other beautiful cities in Italy from other regions. Thank you for a good night.

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4.7 (286)

$41 to $100

Italian

Surry Hills

Bartolo Wine Room is an Italian restaurant and wine bar located on Crown Street, Surry Hills, listing more than 200+ International and Australian wines, a great cocktail list and an exciting Italian food menu. All day dining every Friday-Sunday. Open Thursday dinners, Friday lunches from 12pm, and from 11am on Saturday and Sunday for those long lunches, afternoon drinks and boozy dinners. We have both indoor and outdoor (dog friendly) seating available. Please note that if outdoor seating is booked and bad weather prevails then we may not be able to accommodate your party inside unless there is space available. Bartolo Wine Room's food menu has been designed around the great wines on our list and as such is not a kids friendly space.

Can't see any availability online? For groups of 21 or more, please send us a request now at info@bartolosydney.com.au. Bar open until 12am on Fridays & Saturdays.

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OpenTable Diner

Dined on Jan 1, 2023

Amazing food

Bartolo Wine Room is an Italian restaurant and wine bar located on Crown Street, Surry Hills, listing more than 200+ International and Australian wines, a great cocktail list and an exciting Italian food menu. All day dining every Friday-Sunday. Open Thursday dinners, Friday lunches from 12pm, and from 11am on Saturday and Sunday for those long lunches, afternoon drinks and boozy dinners. We have both indoor and outdoor (dog friendly) seating available. Please note that if outdoor seating is booked and bad weather prevails then we may not be able to accommodate your party inside unless there is space available. Bartolo Wine Room's food menu has been designed around the great wines on our list and as such is not a kids friendly space.

Can't see any availability online? For groups of 21 or more, please send us a request now at info@bartolosydney.com.au. Bar open until 12am on Fridays & Saturdays.

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OpenTable Diner

Dined on Jan 1, 2023

Amazing food

Casoni

$41 to $100

Italian

Surry Hills

Contemporary Italian, Wine List Of The Year Award Winner, with warm and friendly service.

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georgec

Dined on Mar 8, 2023

We enjoyed the meal and were very well looked after by Reuben The only criticism is that the wines were very expensive and that there was a limited amount of Australian inexpensive wines on the list The cost of the wines would put us off returning although we enjoyed the food

Contemporary Italian, Wine List Of The Year Award Winner, with warm and friendly service.

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georgec

Dined on Mar 8, 2023

We enjoyed the meal and were very well looked after by Reuben The only criticism is that the wines were very expensive and that there was a limited amount of Australian inexpensive wines on the list The cost of the wines would put us off returning although we enjoyed the food