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Rococo Point Cook
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Always have an enjoyable meal here at Rococo Point Cook. The CALABRESE D.O.C and MARGHERITA pizzas are always 10/10. Pasta dishes are large servings. BUCATINI ALL’AMATRICIANA is always tasty. Recommended. Suggest to book a table.
There was a separate menu for vegans with lots of options. The vegan lasagna that we had was probably the best we've had so far.
Nick provided us with excellent service.
Nick provided us with excellent service.
Having been a fan of Rococo since my days visiting their original St Kilda location, I recently decided to try their Point Cook venue, focusing on their pizza menu this time, I have been to this venue a few times too but never had the chance to write a review . Rococo maintains an authentic Italian vibe, complete with a vast array of pizza options, though the prices are a bit on the higher side. The ambience, as always, was pleasant, contributing to a nice dining experience.
The pizza was good, though not the best I've had in Melbourne. It's worth noting that while the service can be hit or miss depending on the day, the pasta dishes I've tried previously have always been delightful. Despite the few downsides, my overall experiences with Rococo keep me coming back. I will definitely return to enjoy more of what they have to offer.
The pizza was good, though not the best I've had in Melbourne. It's worth noting that while the service can be hit or miss depending on the day, the pasta dishes I've tried previously have always been delightful. Despite the few downsides, my overall experiences with Rococo keep me coming back. I will definitely return to enjoy more of what they have to offer.
Exceptional food. The Rookie set menu was more than substantial, very full (in a good way). The sashimi was the standout for sure, also the duck and potatoes. Loved the wine options, and the staff were delightful. Only feedback would be towards the atmosphere. Slightly louder music, slightly dimmer lights (maybe more candles), and that door needs fixing (it slams shut every time someone enters). Didn’t really upset our experience, but worth noting. Thanks for having us 🥰
A nice little restaurant in a handy location if you were going out on the town. The food and service is great. This gem was recommended to me and we weren't disappointed at all. If you visit I'm sure you'll be pleasantly surprised like we were. Fabio is welcoming and has a nice personality. His Italian accent puts a flavour of being in an authentic Italian restaurant. Highly recommend to give it a try 😊
my friend took me to this place for my bday. food was good and the guy who was serving us the whole evening was very friendly. the atmosphere was chill, would not recommend if you are super hungry and only want to have a fast feast. would recommend the tiramisu, that was so delicious
The best restaurant for a function….. ever! My husband and I decided to hold our daughter’s christening at Rocksalt and I am so glad we did. Everything from start to finish was so seamless, the staff on the day was absolutely amazing and I didn’t have to worry about anything. Thank you so much Rocksalt for making one of the most important events in our lives the easiest. We will definitely be holding more functions here. Michael & Katie
Melt in your mouth experience. Everything exceptional flavoursome. We loved the black pepper beef, the fish, cripsy eggplant. Need to come back to try everything on the menu!
Fantastic restaurant. Delicious pasta dishes, and generous serves. The service was fabulous; attentive without being intrusive. We had a great night and we will definitely be back.
The worst ever experience, just because of a waiter who had a serious attitude problems.
We requested for a changed of the table since the one we got was unstable and looked really awful. Despite having 3 tables free, the waiter rudely replied “TRY BOOKING EARLIER NEXT TIME”. This made me very embarrassed in front of my partner. If I were him, I would have politely said that “Sorry we can’t change the table for XYZ reason”.
Since he showed so much attitude right from the start, we decided to leave. And this guy came outside the restaurant and shouted from the top of his lungs “THANK FOR BOOKING AND JUST LEAVING”. I felt so relieved and thankful that I didn’t stay to be the victim of his bad attitude throughout our dinner and ruin our evening.
Also note, that I had 20% discount from EAT club and I decided to let it go just because of the behavioural problem of the staff.
I do hope that the management will invest to train their staff on how to be hospitable with customers.
We requested for a changed of the table since the one we got was unstable and looked really awful. Despite having 3 tables free, the waiter rudely replied “TRY BOOKING EARLIER NEXT TIME”. This made me very embarrassed in front of my partner. If I were him, I would have politely said that “Sorry we can’t change the table for XYZ reason”.
Since he showed so much attitude right from the start, we decided to leave. And this guy came outside the restaurant and shouted from the top of his lungs “THANK FOR BOOKING AND JUST LEAVING”. I felt so relieved and thankful that I didn’t stay to be the victim of his bad attitude throughout our dinner and ruin our evening.
Also note, that I had 20% discount from EAT club and I decided to let it go just because of the behavioural problem of the staff.
I do hope that the management will invest to train their staff on how to be hospitable with customers.
This is honestly the best Italian resturant in sydney, their customer service is impeccable. When my mate came 1 hour late, they were extremely understanding and offered to microwave the food for her. They were extremely welcoming and comforting to us and I really appreciate that. Their food is authenic and delicious whilst also being affordable. The atmosphere here is so warm and friendly thanks to the staff <333 Definitely check this place out if you can. Lots of love to the staff XOXOXO
We had a function at Rocksalt and lets just say we had a great experience! The private area provided a perfect seating arrangement. The service was fantastic, friendly and attentive. As for the food, it was amazing!! Exceeded our expectations, for the amount of people we had we were extremely happy with how good the food was. Everyone was extremely happy. Overall exceeded our expectations and i will definitely be recommending rock salt to anyone looking to have a function!
Busy Saturday night but fitted us in. Josh the server was so helpful and friendly. Offered good advice on light foods on offer. Food fantastic and clearly all freshly prepared.
Soooooo many choices you may choose. For a cocktail lover, I recommend this place. Good atmosphere and great service.
The restaurant is located in what looks like an industrial zone but once inside, the atmosphere is nice and warm. Friendly staff and good service. The food is good and in huge portion. Their cocktails selection is more than just the classics which I really enjoyed.
My fav dish would be mushroom risotto, pollo alla milanese and strozzapreti braised duck ragu. My husband loves their carbonara. I tried some other dishes but they were a bit on the salty side for me.
Just a heads up, staff might ask if you’d like to leave a tip when you pay the bill.
My fav dish would be mushroom risotto, pollo alla milanese and strozzapreti braised duck ragu. My husband loves their carbonara. I tried some other dishes but they were a bit on the salty side for me.
Just a heads up, staff might ask if you’d like to leave a tip when you pay the bill.
This was a lovely restaurant to visit before a show. The food was absolutely delicious, the service was without fault even though it was a very busy night. The staff were professional, friendly and very helpful. The ambience in the restaurant was great, the restaurant was decorated beautifully. Couldn’t recommend high enough to try this restaurant out.
We feel very privileged that we got into the restaurant quickly.
From the moment we walked in, it was impressive. Wow.
The service was second to none. And then the food. It was sensational. The food was fresh, and the flavours were on point. There is no number that I can give the service. Ralph was 10000%. Thank you for giving us advice and upselling us on the sherry liquor. 😋
From the moment we walked in, it was impressive. Wow.
The service was second to none. And then the food. It was sensational. The food was fresh, and the flavours were on point. There is no number that I can give the service. Ralph was 10000%. Thank you for giving us advice and upselling us on the sherry liquor. 😋
Righto here's a fair dinkum review. I was craving a decent Italian feed. Google reviews lead us here. Well all I can say is that right from the start it was 20/10! Totally authentic and passionate Italian staff and food. We may have been lucky to get Ralph as our waiter (he is one of the owners and has been here since 1988!). In all honesty, it was not only one if the best meals but also one of the best and most enjoyable experiences that Was totally out of the blue.
Thanks Ralph and team 😊
Thanks Ralph and team 😊
This is a really cute place with great food and wine choices. T bone steaks were cooked well with lots of sides and app choices. They encourage you not to use your phone though, even taking it and locking it away for you, to encourage being present in your experience I think; some people like that, but I hated it. They let me hold onto mind, just didn't want me to use it in the restaurant.
My friends and I were sitting outside because I had my dog. Even if wasn’t an hot day, was good enough to stay outside thanks to the nice fence. Drinks were good balanced and the dinner was delightful. The service was accurate and fast.
Great experience and place to eat if you love a good steak. It’s t-bone style but the portion is huge for a great price. Had the gnocchi and pecorino with truffle honey to start, was tasty. The side we ordered for the steak was the eggplant Parmesan and it was my personal favorite. Love the concept of phones away from the table and the atmosphere in the restaurant is incredible!
Easy to get last minute noon reservations for lunch time. Their bread and butter was unique, a candle melts the butter. They say phones are not allowed because they want you to enjoy the foodand you're supposed to put it in a box so all these other reviewers with food pictures are breaking rules 😤 They slice the t bone steaks and cook it close to all the tables so you can see them at work which was cool. Got our steak medium rare and it was amazing. Best Florentine style steak I've ever had. Since the cuts are thick, they're harder to cook correctly and are generally more on the rare side so bravo to Bistecca. Highly recommended for a good t bone steak
Went to Rococo with my friends for lunch on Saturday, all the staff are so friendly and helpful. Two of my friends are vegan and it was so convenient, they have a large vegan menu. All the food was so yummy, will be going back soon!
Been here a while ago.
Like a lot of other steak houses in Sydney they ask you to give them your phone, so you won’t see pictures on reviews here.great steak cut to your preference of size. Super high quality, professional service. Nice twist with the dipping butter for the bread that comes in the form of the candle and his wax melting is your bread add on:)
Like a lot of other steak houses in Sydney they ask you to give them your phone, so you won’t see pictures on reviews here.great steak cut to your preference of size. Super high quality, professional service. Nice twist with the dipping butter for the bread that comes in the form of the candle and his wax melting is your bread add on:)
Our experience here was great, while on the pricier side, the meals are a decent size and quite delicious. Let's put it this way, we got bread, entree, main, and shared a desert, and we are stuffed. My opinion is to choose either bread or an entree unless there are more than 2 people. You will leave feeling full and satisfied.
The service was fantastic, and regardless of the fact that it was super busy when it was time for our booking, our meals and drinks came out in a timely manner.
Bread - We started off with the baguett with butter, oliveoil and balsamic vinegar. Delicious and simple
Entree - crispy skin duck bao bun, the duck fell off the bone and was tender, the cruspy skin was delicious and the bao buns were light and fluffy
Mains - pork belly, this classic was done to perfection. The meat was tender and juicy, mashed potato was a hit with me and my husband and I love that the broccolini wasn't overcooked
Red curry salmon, I'm not a big fan of salmon myself but I tried a small bit and didn't mind it. Husband said while it was nice, he wished he had picked something else.
Desert - we picked the special, which was the glorified donut. We absolutely demolished it. Although the salted coffee gelato. The gelato was definitely different, I love coffee gelato but the salt threw me off a little bit
Overall, we had a wonderful dining experience and we look forward to coming back in the future
The service was fantastic, and regardless of the fact that it was super busy when it was time for our booking, our meals and drinks came out in a timely manner.
Bread - We started off with the baguett with butter, oliveoil and balsamic vinegar. Delicious and simple
Entree - crispy skin duck bao bun, the duck fell off the bone and was tender, the cruspy skin was delicious and the bao buns were light and fluffy
Mains - pork belly, this classic was done to perfection. The meat was tender and juicy, mashed potato was a hit with me and my husband and I love that the broccolini wasn't overcooked
Red curry salmon, I'm not a big fan of salmon myself but I tried a small bit and didn't mind it. Husband said while it was nice, he wished he had picked something else.
Desert - we picked the special, which was the glorified donut. We absolutely demolished it. Although the salted coffee gelato. The gelato was definitely different, I love coffee gelato but the salt threw me off a little bit
Overall, we had a wonderful dining experience and we look forward to coming back in the future
Amazing! Been here a number of times and the food is always great and the service is amazing. We went to the bottomless brunch on Sunday and it was fantastic. The food, drinks and service are well worth it! Special thank you to Brandon who went above and beyond! We will be back.
The food and drinks here are outstanding.
All the recommendations Filippo gave us was amazing!
Great wine bar vibe with gorgeous cocktails.
Great first date place or wines with friends.
Can’t wait to come back again
All the recommendations Filippo gave us was amazing!
Great wine bar vibe with gorgeous cocktails.
Great first date place or wines with friends.
Can’t wait to come back again
We visited Pasta Emelia recently as we were passing by, and the whole experience was first class. The pasta dishes were delicious, the bread was fresh out of the oven (and we had a second helping it was that good). Anna the owner chatted with us and told us all about the business and the genuine love that goes into what they do. The wine was from their own vineyards and was that good we took a bottle home, along with a jar of their delicious Arrabbiata sauce. We spent the next few days telling all of our friends about Pasta Emelia and will definitely be returning very soon.
We really enjoyed our lunch at Parlamento and will definitely be back!
The portion sizes were very generous, and everything was flavourful and fresh tasting.
They were very accomodating for my daughter, providing a plainer pasta and sauce dish that wasn’t on the menu, which was exactly what she wanted. The staff were all very friendly and happy to explain the menu to us, and offer recommendations.
The portion sizes were very generous, and everything was flavourful and fresh tasting.
They were very accomodating for my daughter, providing a plainer pasta and sauce dish that wasn’t on the menu, which was exactly what she wanted. The staff were all very friendly and happy to explain the menu to us, and offer recommendations.
Okayyy.
We had a bad experience with our dessert. We ordered the dessert special on the blackboard, but it has been changed since lunch and not updated on the board. When we received a totally different dessert, it was badly made and not worth $18.
When we went to pay, the owner told us she has not changed the blackboard but still made us pay for a dessert which we didn’t order??
The pasta was good (which is clearly what their speciality is) but we had a similar experience as other reviews. Elements they mentioned on the menu were barely there, like “seasonal fruits or berries” on our meringue was literally one strawberry. ONE strawberry! Strawberries are literally on sale at Woolies right now.
The drinks were great! But the whole experience was not worth almost $300.
We had a bad experience with our dessert. We ordered the dessert special on the blackboard, but it has been changed since lunch and not updated on the board. When we received a totally different dessert, it was badly made and not worth $18.
When we went to pay, the owner told us she has not changed the blackboard but still made us pay for a dessert which we didn’t order??
The pasta was good (which is clearly what their speciality is) but we had a similar experience as other reviews. Elements they mentioned on the menu were barely there, like “seasonal fruits or berries” on our meringue was literally one strawberry. ONE strawberry! Strawberries are literally on sale at Woolies right now.
The drinks were great! But the whole experience was not worth almost $300.
Wonderful experience and food, can't wait to visit again!
Ushered into the dining room where we promptly placed our phones and other belongings in a locked box, we had the front seats to watch steaks being sawed and cooked on the grill. We were served our drinks (mmm), given an edible candle with some mop bread, while we decided on the gnocci to start (delicious), 800g of the steak (medium-rare and sliced up) for us two to share (so so delicious!) with gratin on the side, and the Tiramisu (so tasty) to end. We were so full and satisfied by the end.
Ushered into the dining room where we promptly placed our phones and other belongings in a locked box, we had the front seats to watch steaks being sawed and cooked on the grill. We were served our drinks (mmm), given an edible candle with some mop bread, while we decided on the gnocci to start (delicious), 800g of the steak (medium-rare and sliced up) for us two to share (so so delicious!) with gratin on the side, and the Tiramisu (so tasty) to end. We were so full and satisfied by the end.
We ordered 2 pizzas, the base was nice thin & crispy, flavours were good & not too salty, will return to try new dishes again, friendly staff❤️
The food was great, service was amazing. The zucchini flowers were great if you’re a cheese lover. The ravioli was to die for!!!
Had heard a lot about this place and I wasn't disappointed. The vibe and atmosphere is excellent, to go with the excellent food and very well balanced cocktails. The Classico Negroni and Lamb Ragu are a must.
Had a beautiful lunch today. The food is excellent and the Service equally excellent. Chicken Scallopini and prawns 😋 fried eggplant #cibodelizioso Che buono!
Celebrated a birthday and the food was absolutely amazing, especially the seafood platter for two! The service was exceptional with our waitress remembering everything our table of 6 was ordering for meals & drinks without writing anything down - very impressive! We finally found our favourite restaurant! Will be highly recommending to all our family and friends. The owners have established an amazing business & we wish them all the very best!🍾🥂✨️
Came here with my girlfriends, and we absolutely loved the vibe and interior. The food was excellent, especially the pasta where I could savor the ingredients without being overpowering. The king prawn, tomatoes with nduja crumbs pasta stood out beautifully. Will definitely return!
All dishes were incredibly amazing, and we truly enjoyed our meal. Service from the staff was 5 out 5. They even remembered us even we haven’t been there for a while.
Very busy restaurant. Seems understaff for service. Waited at least 10 mins to have someone to service.
The portion is just right. If gets a bit hungry, recommend to order appetite or dessert.
The portion is just right. If gets a bit hungry, recommend to order appetite or dessert.
The beef was $180 a kilo. To make it sound better the menu says $18 per 100g. Their website doesn't say it's dry aged, for that price it should be dry aged. A Bistecca in Singapore dry ages. Sadly, the only photo that I can show you is the front door which is a fire escape. Inside they took my phone away. It was stressful and controlling. I felt like a sheep being rushed through service, I was first herded to the bar to order drinks and then led to the restaurant table. I felt coerced because even though they don't explicitly make it mandatory I felt pressured. I couldn't take photos of the food or have selfies with friends (one of their gimmicks). I believe a restaurant should trust it's customers and be confident with people taking photos of the food, but alas there are only the glossy manicured photos on their website. The bread dipped in beef candle wax was gimmicky. Gimmicky accurately describes this place. I read on their website afterwards that they only do the steaks medium rare, but I recall the waiter giving options and then glossed over to medium rare. I didn't feel that I had a real choice. The beef was left to rest but I didn't like getting warm meat, I like the meat hot. I felt like I was in a garish hyper Italian restaurant theme park "experience". I wasn't there for an "experience", I was there for a business lunch, which meant it wasn't realistic for me to leave to find somewhere else. I didn't choose the venue and having experienced it I won't return. The gimmicks wore off very quickly. Even the fire escape entrance was gimmicky. Plus the steak being the star of the show didn't have a nice wood fire grill taste even though it was grilled in their open kitchen in full view. I guess I wasn't happy with the "experience" so it affected my appreciation of the food.
Have been trying to get a sitting at Bistecca for quite some time now and our first dining experience last night did not disappoint! You’ve lived up to to all the hype and we will certainly come back for more! Thanks to all the wonderful staff for creating such a great experience.
This was kind of a "hidden" gem as its located in an unusual location. Food was really good. The portion, as any good Italian Restaurant, was huge. Service was ok, when we were seated our table still a bit dirty from previous customers but still ok. The only downside is it can be quite busy and noisy. But if you after a great night out with delicious Italian food, you should try this place!
This experience could have been so much more enjoyable had they not served such small mains, charged for bread, and opened a second bottle of sparkling water without approval.
The food had a nice flavour, just not enough of the food, if only they served food like they know how to charge it would have been very nice.
NEVER AGAIN, fyi if you increase your serving portions and at least attempt to give value for money - I would happily return, but till then won't be back.
The food had a nice flavour, just not enough of the food, if only they served food like they know how to charge it would have been very nice.
NEVER AGAIN, fyi if you increase your serving portions and at least attempt to give value for money - I would happily return, but till then won't be back.
Located near Wynyard station, this is an amazing quiet spot for a special dinner. They only serve T-bone steaks but they are amazingly done. You can also order sides and all tasted great. Service and venue was also great (they also make you put your phones away in a draw while eating). One call out is that you need to book a few weeks in advance before you go. Recommended.
Last time I came was 4+ years ago, glad to see nothing has changed! Loved the pizza! Dough was light, fragrant and adequate amount of toppings.
Caprese was good and fresh.
Pasta was delicious too, although more homey tasting, the portions are huge.
Tiramisu was a bit interesting - the cocoa powder dusted on top tasted like drinking chocolate, but was still delicious and decadent as a dessert.
Caprese was good and fresh.
Pasta was delicious too, although more homey tasting, the portions are huge.
Tiramisu was a bit interesting - the cocoa powder dusted on top tasted like drinking chocolate, but was still delicious and decadent as a dessert.
Always an absolute delight coming to Bar Conte. Service is impeccable, food is out of this world and the drinks are next level. Totally spoilt my husband on his birthday, the staff always go above and beyond to make it a special experience. Hands down our favourite restaurant in Sydney! See you again soon!
Forget getting a gluten free pizza. Absolutely horrible. Honestly. The pizza base is obviously not made in house but they are charging premium for it. It tastes like absolute cardboard. The pastas were below average and it was way over priced. I was willing to give it a slide until we drove away and realised they charged us $1 for takeaway container. If I knew I was going to pay even more to take away a horrible pizza, I would’ve left it. I only took it away to see if someone in my family would’ve wanted it. You guys need to tell people that it costs to take food away. I have no idea why anywhere charges for containers when, if I ordered this takeaway, would you have charged me?! Ridiculous. The food was honestly so below average. I felt sick after eating it. I don’t know why they’re as busy as they are.
Fantastic Italian food, just like a home cooked meal! The staff were incredibly hospitable and the food was great. This place will be our regular pitstop for years to come. Thank you to the team at Bar Reggio!
Enjoyed a birthday dinner here and food was delightful. Had their black pasta with blue crab swimmer topping, catch of the day fish, some steak and a salad to add on the side.
Taste wise 4/5
Price wise 4/5
A little downside is usually a lot of the fancy Italian places I have been would give bread sticks and vinegar oil dip for free, but it's not the case here. You have to pay for everything😁 except the free candle on our dessert order (+1pt)
Service was friendly although the server just automatically opened a second bottle of sparkling water without asking for our confirmation so we just had to pay for it😂
Overall, it was ok for a casual birthday dinner.
Taste wise 4/5
Price wise 4/5
A little downside is usually a lot of the fancy Italian places I have been would give bread sticks and vinegar oil dip for free, but it's not the case here. You have to pay for everything😁 except the free candle on our dessert order (+1pt)
Service was friendly although the server just automatically opened a second bottle of sparkling water without asking for our confirmation so we just had to pay for it😂
Overall, it was ok for a casual birthday dinner.
Amazing experience - just atmosphere and vibe of this place make you want to dance and enjoy “dolce far niente”.
The star of the night was this delicious Negroni tiramisu.
The star of the night was this delicious Negroni tiramisu.
Such a great dining experience for my hubbys birthday!
Stefano was very accommodating - arranging a pre drinks table (those negronis yum!) then finding us another so we could have dessert after the 2hr limit was up. Tiramisu for the win wow!
All the other food was divine too!
Stefano was very accommodating - arranging a pre drinks table (those negronis yum!) then finding us another so we could have dessert after the 2hr limit was up. Tiramisu for the win wow!
All the other food was divine too!
We had a birthday celebration here and it was a great time. There was a kids menu and some entertainment (colouring pencils and paper with puzzles). Food was consistently good and we loved the charred cabbage side.
I can't rate this place highly enough. Everyone there is amazing. Food, service, beautiful people. The best experience every time we visit.
All dishes were balanced and rich in flavour! Standouts were the crab casarecce nero and lamb ragu pasta - both cooked to Al dente perfection! The Monte Carlo ice cream "sandwich" was just so delightful too; rhubarb sauce was perfect to cut through the sweetness. The grapefruit and Hugo spritz were a perfect way to cleanse the palate! Amazing food guys! Definitely recommend.
Food was spectacular- especially the marinara. Very generous portion sizes and flavour.
The server was friendly enough but it did take a while to be served when the restaurant was packed.
The server was friendly enough but it did take a while to be served when the restaurant was packed.
Came as my mother in law booked as she lives in Bondi and can’t recommend enough. Table of 7 for my son’s birthday. We got seated outside, and it was so lovely the setting. Very lovely place for Italian with very affordable prices for dishes but above all the meals were delicious. Food came out hot and tasty and I couldn’t fault it. Well the birthday boys meal came a few mins later but even so he loved his home made lasagna. We got various dishes to try but I feel like the marinara linguine and pesto pasta was yum!! The veal was great according to my mother in law and the pizzas were enjoyed by all. It was such a nice time and I’m really happy with the whole experience. I could definitely come back in a heart beat. BYO also worked for us. It was such a lovely birthday dinner and my son was happy and that’s what matters.
Food at Pasta Emilia was pretty good although I was more impressed with entree and dessert rather than the pasta. Really enjoyed the unique polenta bread with anchovies; it was a cross between cornbread and frittata. The buttermilk panna cotta was also delicious. Also loved the chilli oil condiment on the table.
Vibes are homely and rustic, service was friendly and quite attentive.
Vibes are homely and rustic, service was friendly and quite attentive.
Great little restaurant with authentico dishes! The blackboard menu changes regularly and best to book ahead if coming on the weekend. I'd recommend finishing with their Affogato with a shot of Frangelico... Coffee, dessert and nightcap all-in-one! 😋👌
Delicious and well knowledgeable staff of their menu. Gave a great recommendation for a pizza. Food was yummy and will go there again until I've tried the whole menu!
Our fave Italian restaurant in Adelaide!! Well located opposite the casino. Great service, amazing food! Lovely cocktails and wines. But the FOOD!!!! OMG!!! the BEST!
We had dinner in this place and it was super delicious. I had pasta with cheese and veggies and I was a bit worried it might be bland. Actually it was the tastiest ever. My husband had oysters, squid and veal pasta. All were very good. The vibes were also very nice for a romantic dinner, with dimmed lights and nice staff. Definitely recommend!
Quick stop for a cocktail. Customer service is beyond than what I expected. Staff are lovely and very friendly 😊 🍹 Next time, if we have a chance, we will try their food as they look so yummmyyyy. The appetiser is complimentary from staff, and it tastes delicious 👍🏻
Overall: 6/7
A seemingly very authentic Italian restaurant with plenty of Italian shouting in the background.
The food is all quite tasty and at a very reasonable price, so bonus points.
Some things are randomly spicy though.
Also their hand dryers are extremely tall.
All their pizzas are well cooked with thin base and thin crust. All with generous toppings.
Emiliana: 5/7
Cheese, mortadella and a tomato base.
Reggio: 5/7
Whole prawn, cheese. Spicy!
Trecolore: 4/7
The balsamic in the salad I didn’t vibe with too much. But all quality ingredients.
Garlic: 5/7
Very simple, quite good. Nothing special.
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Salmone linguine: 4/7
Pasta was well cooked but honestly just not a big fan of that style of cooked salmon.
Sausage porcini risotto: 5/7
Very well cooked rice with decent flavours.
Tiramisu: 6/7
Not quite boozy but everything else was very good. Very tasty.
A seemingly very authentic Italian restaurant with plenty of Italian shouting in the background.
The food is all quite tasty and at a very reasonable price, so bonus points.
Some things are randomly spicy though.
Also their hand dryers are extremely tall.
All their pizzas are well cooked with thin base and thin crust. All with generous toppings.
Emiliana: 5/7
Cheese, mortadella and a tomato base.
Reggio: 5/7
Whole prawn, cheese. Spicy!
Trecolore: 4/7
The balsamic in the salad I didn’t vibe with too much. But all quality ingredients.
Garlic: 5/7
Very simple, quite good. Nothing special.
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Salmone linguine: 4/7
Pasta was well cooked but honestly just not a big fan of that style of cooked salmon.
Sausage porcini risotto: 5/7
Very well cooked rice with decent flavours.
Tiramisu: 6/7
Not quite boozy but everything else was very good. Very tasty.
If I could give more than 5 stars I would. Outstanding restaurant, from the food to the service. The staff were so friendly, the food was absolutely amazing and quick to come out. Definitely my new favourite restaurant!
Being a vegetarian it is very difficult for us to find a good vegetarian meal in Adelaide. Parlamento also has less vegetarian options. But we had a good experience at this place. They modified some non vegetarian dishes in vegetarian meal for us. Delicious food 😋 and great service 👍
Lovely little venue, staff are very friendly and helpful. Authentic experience, great hosts.
The food covers all bases and specials available were a great choice.
Entrees for us included arancini balls, which were perfectly cooked, flavours complimented by the sauce and not drowned out. The bread is from Italy and was a good base for garlic bread and bruschetta. Last starter was some wagyu with fresh mozzarella that paired excellently and left us wanting more.
For mains I had the Bosciaola Papadelle which I rate as understated. The sauce was rich, creamy, packed with flavour without outshining other elements and ingredients. The meat and pasta were both cooked to perfection, tender meat and al dente pasta. Plenty of prosciutto and mushroom through the dish so definitely felt I got value and quality for money.
Others had the Risotto, soft, flavourful and a great explosion of flavour. The lasagna was freshly made, creamy and rich.
Overall the food was impeccable, the staff were fantastic, however the only shortfall was the venue itself had rather limited seating for large groups; which on the flipside only means it had a more romantic nature.
When we went was a very hot day. If the staff failed at any point it was not keeping drinks flowing, as we would have spent more on extra drinks if prompted.
A great venue, would return.
The food covers all bases and specials available were a great choice.
Entrees for us included arancini balls, which were perfectly cooked, flavours complimented by the sauce and not drowned out. The bread is from Italy and was a good base for garlic bread and bruschetta. Last starter was some wagyu with fresh mozzarella that paired excellently and left us wanting more.
For mains I had the Bosciaola Papadelle which I rate as understated. The sauce was rich, creamy, packed with flavour without outshining other elements and ingredients. The meat and pasta were both cooked to perfection, tender meat and al dente pasta. Plenty of prosciutto and mushroom through the dish so definitely felt I got value and quality for money.
Others had the Risotto, soft, flavourful and a great explosion of flavour. The lasagna was freshly made, creamy and rich.
Overall the food was impeccable, the staff were fantastic, however the only shortfall was the venue itself had rather limited seating for large groups; which on the flipside only means it had a more romantic nature.
When we went was a very hot day. If the staff failed at any point it was not keeping drinks flowing, as we would have spent more on extra drinks if prompted.
A great venue, would return.
The most amazing pizza experience in all of Sydney! The manager and staff were first class and made sure their guests had the best experience. From explaining the history of the restaurant to even explaining their own background it was second to none. I’d you are craving a pizza in Sydney, you must visit this local pizzeria and have a chat with the staff, I wish we can do it all over again! Cheers
Nice Italian restaurant. The service was great. The food had a lot of taste. And atmosphere was great.
The hidden Italian gem nestled in the heart of the city, it’s a popular local hangout where authentic Italian flavors meet a warm and welcoming ambiance.
Their thin crust pizza are outstanding, super crispy base and the Bolognese pizza (yes! it’s as delicious as you can imagine) is a must-try! Kilpatrick oysters and seafood stew are among our favorites.
Venture through the unassuming door front to uncover an open rooftop dining area that feels like an Italian backyard. Perfect for unwinding with friends!
Their thin crust pizza are outstanding, super crispy base and the Bolognese pizza (yes! it’s as delicious as you can imagine) is a must-try! Kilpatrick oysters and seafood stew are among our favorites.
Venture through the unassuming door front to uncover an open rooftop dining area that feels like an Italian backyard. Perfect for unwinding with friends!
Found this gem, never knew we had such in Western suburbs. Great service, amazing professional staff. Kids menu had some drawings and colour pencils, which my kid enjoyed. Great ambience and tasty food. Worth for anniversaries.
Best ever lunch. So good we went back the next day. Exceptional service, incredible food. Would definitely recommend.
Highly Recommend!!!
The staffs were super friendly!
All the pizza flavor were so good! The pizza flavor was quite special and different with others, has a rich taste!
Our favorite was SFIZIOSA, but I think all the flavor will be good haha
Although we love the thin crust more, these pancrust pizza were also amazing!
We had a great night and definitely will come back soon :)
The staffs were super friendly!
All the pizza flavor were so good! The pizza flavor was quite special and different with others, has a rich taste!
Our favorite was SFIZIOSA, but I think all the flavor will be good haha
Although we love the thin crust more, these pancrust pizza were also amazing!
We had a great night and definitely will come back soon :)
Excellent find, this place has some great menu items. For entree we tried the Moreton Bay bug schnitzel which was unique, although I thought it tasted too much like chicken. I think turning it into a schnitzel took away from the taste of the bug. The scallops in half shells were absolutely divine and were my favourite dish. For mains, I had the eye fillet steak which was a big juicy thick cut, cooked to medium rare perfection. My partner had the barramundi which was so tender, and the skin extra crispy. She claims it was the best barramundi she has ever had! Dessert was chocolate fondant and sticky date pudding. Both were extremely delicious and the sticky date serving was very generous. All in all a great dinner and I will definitely return to try some other items on the menu!
I notice some negative reviews but they tend to be from a few years ago. Maybe staff have changed, but I had a great meal and all the staff were very polite and courteous.
I notice some negative reviews but they tend to be from a few years ago. Maybe staff have changed, but I had a great meal and all the staff were very polite and courteous.
The closest place I’ve come to in Sydney that best resembles the quality of my own Nonna Rosa’s homemade pasta. A beautiful atmosphere that places you in an old authentic Italian home with nothing but incredible Italian food, imported wine, and caring staff that look after you throughout your stay. Will be returning very soon thats for sure.
Everything about Al Taglio is incredible. The pizza tastes amazing and their designs are full of innovation making their pizzas very different to others. Our waiter during lunch today was more than happy to explain the workings of each pizza as it was served to us and had a good chat with us along the way. And the general smell/atmosphere made is feel very cosy and a nice place to be. I'm glad they made it through Covid and will definitely come back for lunch bringing other people from work too :)
Welcome to Rookie, Wollongong's culinary wonderland that'll have your taste buds doing the happy dance! Chef Sam is like a flavor wizard, conjuring up dishes so incredible, I'm convinced they're from another dimension of deliciousness.
Seriously, when it comes to accommodating, Chef Sam deserves a gold medal. I'm talking about a gold medal in food diplomacy! No matter what dietary quirks or cravings you have, Sam whips up culinary masterpieces to satisfy even the pickiest eaters.
And let's talk about Griffin, the waiter extraordinaire! This guy's accommodating skills are off the charts! He's like a culinary genie, granting your every wish with a smile. With his expert guidance, our meal became an unforgettable adventure, filled with laughter, joy, and some epic foodie discoveries.
The whole Rookie team knows how to create an atmosphere that's so cozy and inviting; you'll feel like you're dining at your favorite aunt's house (if your aunt happened to be a gourmet chef!). The passion for hospitality and top-notch service make you feel like a VIP.
So, if you're in Wollongong and you haven't been to Rookie yet, you're seriously missing out! It's a gastronomic paradise where Chef Sam's incredible dishes and Griffin's accommodating magic will sweep you off your feet. Prepare yourself for a dining experience that'll leave you raving to all your friends and planning your next visit before you've even finished dessert. Cheers to Rookie - the place where food dreams come true!
Seriously, when it comes to accommodating, Chef Sam deserves a gold medal. I'm talking about a gold medal in food diplomacy! No matter what dietary quirks or cravings you have, Sam whips up culinary masterpieces to satisfy even the pickiest eaters.
And let's talk about Griffin, the waiter extraordinaire! This guy's accommodating skills are off the charts! He's like a culinary genie, granting your every wish with a smile. With his expert guidance, our meal became an unforgettable adventure, filled with laughter, joy, and some epic foodie discoveries.
The whole Rookie team knows how to create an atmosphere that's so cozy and inviting; you'll feel like you're dining at your favorite aunt's house (if your aunt happened to be a gourmet chef!). The passion for hospitality and top-notch service make you feel like a VIP.
So, if you're in Wollongong and you haven't been to Rookie yet, you're seriously missing out! It's a gastronomic paradise where Chef Sam's incredible dishes and Griffin's accommodating magic will sweep you off your feet. Prepare yourself for a dining experience that'll leave you raving to all your friends and planning your next visit before you've even finished dessert. Cheers to Rookie - the place where food dreams come true!
Amazing night and fabulous food. Silvio (owner) and Federica made us feel at home. Every dish was introduced, and from the top quality ingredients to the creation on the plate, it was art. Can’t recommend this more. Plus the “vitamins” for the road, limoncello with the chef himself 👌🏽.
Absolutely loved spending date night there.
Their set menu is vast and covers various dishes with a generous portion size.
Their set menu is vast and covers various dishes with a generous portion size.
The shop was cozy and inviting and the aroma of freshly baked pizza made my mouth water.
The menu has a wide variety of options, but remember to ask the friendly staff for weekly specials, so you won’t miss out. The staff were friendly, knowledgeable, and provided excellent service.
Highly recommend this place to all pizza lovers out there!
The menu has a wide variety of options, but remember to ask the friendly staff for weekly specials, so you won’t miss out. The staff were friendly, knowledgeable, and provided excellent service.
Highly recommend this place to all pizza lovers out there!
It would of be nice to get the table that my wife book as she asked and was told no problem, in instead then please give walk in more priority, give myself and my wife have been here multiple times,
The risotto was good, but my wife pizza 🍕 was burnt underneath and charcoal pit on top.
This is first time we has the food quality down.
The risotto was good, but my wife pizza 🍕 was burnt underneath and charcoal pit on top.
This is first time we has the food quality down.
Make a reservation before heading over!
It gets really busy if you don't have one (especially the weekends)
Went there without one but the manager gave us a seat before the arrival of the next reservation (thanks again!)
The food and services here were awesome.
The manager was patient and recommended these mains and every single one was good.
Highly recommended.
It gets really busy if you don't have one (especially the weekends)
Went there without one but the manager gave us a seat before the arrival of the next reservation (thanks again!)
The food and services here were awesome.
The manager was patient and recommended these mains and every single one was good.
Highly recommended.
Amazing service. I have a gluten allergy (celiac) and they made sure to prep everything separately for me. We were a big group and the service was immaculate! The food was amazing.
Very impressed by this place. In an unassuming old house on the main street, the interior is whitewashed with black chairs. Very cosy interior. As to the food, we had a set 5-course menu and every dish was excellent. Sashimi and crispy skin pork were the highlights. Some of the dishes are pretty spicy if that's an issue for you, although I'm sure they could modify that. Highly recommended and will eat here again. It's not cheap but the quality is worth the price in my view.
Pretty damn hard to fault. Cosy ambiance in a renovated old home. Service staff super friendly, in fact I'd seen them before at Debutant and they remembered me and my drinking preference (rum). Asian vibes were definitely prominent but in a way my western palate really enjoyed. The pork and fish salad was ridiculous. The caramel and fresh herbs. Omg.
We visited twice during a longer stay in Sydney. Initially we happened in due to a wait at another nearby spot but Brandon, the bartender, was so hospitable and warm - not to mention knowledgeable and skilled - that we fell in love with the place. Can’t recommend the cocktails, oyster special, and small plates enough. And everyone there was incredibly welcoming and pleasant. We had a blast and can’t wait for our next trip to Sydney so we can return.
Pictured: oyster special feat. house-made hot sauce.
Pictured: oyster special feat. house-made hot sauce.
This is a neighbourhood gem that we are fortunate enough to have lived down the road from ever since it opened years ago. So it is tried & tested, & very much recommended. Quaint, rustic, charming & down to earth decor that is so easy & lovely to walk into. It’s a massive space & yet it looks so cosy. The food matches perfectly of course, and I’ve always loved that you can buy the pasta & sauces from the clever little store tucked away in the back of the restaurant (as well as online).
Tonight we started with stuffed zucchini flowers, which were super yummy. Wayne had Fettuccine with Porcini Cream Sauce, which was rich & tasty. I had the most amazing Lamb Shoulder with Cauliflower & Potato Mash - so delicious & tender - just what I felt like. The best home cooked comfort food you could ever want.
Tonight we started with stuffed zucchini flowers, which were super yummy. Wayne had Fettuccine with Porcini Cream Sauce, which was rich & tasty. I had the most amazing Lamb Shoulder with Cauliflower & Potato Mash - so delicious & tender - just what I felt like. The best home cooked comfort food you could ever want.
Had a really nice lunch here with a friend.
The staff were super friendly and helpful.
The decor is adorable and really suits the theme and the area well.
The restaurant has big windows which can open up to some degree as well for comfort.
The food was so good! We tried a bit of everything and unfortunately I can’t recall all we had but fair to say that whatever we did order was prepared very well.
Would definitely come back.
The staff were super friendly and helpful.
The decor is adorable and really suits the theme and the area well.
The restaurant has big windows which can open up to some degree as well for comfort.
The food was so good! We tried a bit of everything and unfortunately I can’t recall all we had but fair to say that whatever we did order was prepared very well.
Would definitely come back.
It was fine. Service was pretty slow even though we came at the tail end of the evening as the final seating. No-one asked us about drinks until quite well in. Menu wasn't marked particularly well for gluten free, menu items were out and the substitutions weren't ideal. The decor was pretty drab.
All things that would be totally redeemable or endearing at a place that wasn't trying to hit the white tablecloth demographic and at $60 mains. Those restaurants are held to a higher standard and Rookie was very mediocre.
The dessert though was a surprising dark horse. Yuzu curd with coconut Panna Cotta is amazing.
All things that would be totally redeemable or endearing at a place that wasn't trying to hit the white tablecloth demographic and at $60 mains. Those restaurants are held to a higher standard and Rookie was very mediocre.
The dessert though was a surprising dark horse. Yuzu curd with coconut Panna Cotta is amazing.
Excellent food, excellent service.
We were in a hurry because of a booking for a show. The staff were very helpful suggesting food that would be available quickly and ensuring everything was served on time. We had the risotto special with lobster and the fish dish with three types of fish, and finished the meal with a chocolate and cherry ice-cream dessert. All three dishes exceeded our expectations and were excellent. The wine list was also quite good, with a good range of wines at various price points.
Highly recommended.
We were in a hurry because of a booking for a show. The staff were very helpful suggesting food that would be available quickly and ensuring everything was served on time. We had the risotto special with lobster and the fish dish with three types of fish, and finished the meal with a chocolate and cherry ice-cream dessert. All three dishes exceeded our expectations and were excellent. The wine list was also quite good, with a good range of wines at various price points.
Highly recommended.
I will start with the bad point, which was only one and not related to the food.
Booking: When booking, there was an option to select any special occasion. I selected “anniversary” and explained that it would be our 5th year marriage anniversary celebration at Chianti. However, when getting there, there was absolutely nothing extra (flowers, champagne, or a special cake). I would gladly pay for any extra service, but why put an option in the booking if you are not doing anything different for the guests regardless if there is a special occasion or not?
Staff: extremely friendly and always asking if the food was good or if we needed anything else. Enough to make us feel cared about, but at the same time not too much to annoy us. I was more than happy to tip him 10% for the exceptional service. My glass was always full, so that’s a plus.
Food: the quantity was just enough to satisfy me, but not enough to feel completely full. In my point of view, it is the perfect amount. Ingredients and quality are beyond words. Everything we ordered was perfectly cooked. There was nothing that we felt like “meh or could have been better”.
Service: 10 points just for having a sharpened knife. I’ve been to places where the knife could not even cut butter… also, the timing between plates was perfect. Not to soon so we could appreciate the food we just ate between plates, but not too long either to make us feel impatient.
Value: it is not cheap if you considered amount of food VS price. However the quality of the food and the friendly staff makes you feel that it was worth every single cent.
Overall, it is a great Italian cuisine choice. Would definitely recommend for a romantic dinner or for business
Booking: When booking, there was an option to select any special occasion. I selected “anniversary” and explained that it would be our 5th year marriage anniversary celebration at Chianti. However, when getting there, there was absolutely nothing extra (flowers, champagne, or a special cake). I would gladly pay for any extra service, but why put an option in the booking if you are not doing anything different for the guests regardless if there is a special occasion or not?
Staff: extremely friendly and always asking if the food was good or if we needed anything else. Enough to make us feel cared about, but at the same time not too much to annoy us. I was more than happy to tip him 10% for the exceptional service. My glass was always full, so that’s a plus.
Food: the quantity was just enough to satisfy me, but not enough to feel completely full. In my point of view, it is the perfect amount. Ingredients and quality are beyond words. Everything we ordered was perfectly cooked. There was nothing that we felt like “meh or could have been better”.
Service: 10 points just for having a sharpened knife. I’ve been to places where the knife could not even cut butter… also, the timing between plates was perfect. Not to soon so we could appreciate the food we just ate between plates, but not too long either to make us feel impatient.
Value: it is not cheap if you considered amount of food VS price. However the quality of the food and the friendly staff makes you feel that it was worth every single cent.
Overall, it is a great Italian cuisine choice. Would definitely recommend for a romantic dinner or for business
Had high expectations reading all these good reviews but honestly the food was disappointing. We ordered the Banquet Menu 1 and I hate to say it but the food was not well flavoured, the dishes were not cohesive and it was definitely not worth the price we paid. Although it is fine dining restaurant, a $110 per person banquet menu should serve portion sizes for 2 people… not just 1. Please keep this in mind and spend your money elsewhere.
This is where you should go when you’re craving for a big bowl of good pasta. We ordered 4 different type of pasta and they were all very delicious. Portion size was huge. Service was friendly and attentive. Wine was good. Had a lot of good laugh. Happy days.
Didn't expect a wine room would have such lovely food!! They should probably make it a restaurant. We were really happy with the wine we selected, there are many options. The service was superb, the staff were very attentive, they knew exactly what we needed and when we needed something.
Went here for bottomless! Had such a good time, they refilled our drinks without prompting so we were definitely hit half way through the sitting 🥴
The waiter was so fun. The starters were yummy, the mains were decent!
The interior of the place is also very nice, would go back for the bottomless
The waiter was so fun. The starters were yummy, the mains were decent!
The interior of the place is also very nice, would go back for the bottomless
Dined here mid Feb. Wanted to try their bottomless brunch however there was a minimum of 4 people so just opted to get a few things.
Our table was initially inside however the the tables inside were so loud that we couldn’t even hear our table talking. Thankfully we were switch tables to outside which felt much more relaxed & more easy for the ear.
The service was friendly & fast. The food was also tasty & would like to come back here to try the pasta dishes.
Our table was initially inside however the the tables inside were so loud that we couldn’t even hear our table talking. Thankfully we were switch tables to outside which felt much more relaxed & more easy for the ear.
The service was friendly & fast. The food was also tasty & would like to come back here to try the pasta dishes.
We really enjoy coming to this restaurant and seeing the passionate owner Fabio and the team. Admittedly every time we drop in the price of the dishes goes up and up, but we can sort of understand that due to the rise in cost of living. I really appreciate their chef specialities menu, which constantly changes. BYO wine is still available, but I think they're trying to phase that out with corkage at $6 p.p