THREE Buonissimi Italian Restaurants In Sydney

Affectionately referred to as “a slice of Italy in Mosman”, II Perugino is a quintessentially authentic venue dishing up steaming hot plates of rustic Italian food in an intimate setting. This piccolo slice of Italy has held its title of reigning local favourite for over two decades.

A fiercely loved not-so-hidden gem, people head for the charming lounge, appetite’s whetted for their rotational seasonal menu that’s made up exclusively of the finest quality Italian ingredients and seasonal produce. This romantic eatery finds its essence in honest cooking and impeccable service. Come for the mouth-watering homemade pasta, stay for the highly-raved-about cult favourite Tiramisu.

With a long-standing reputation as one of the city’s buzziest Italian offerings, Ormeggio is no stranger to the scene. Owned and helmed by Italian-born Alessandro Pavoni, who honed his craft at Michelin star restaurants before settling in sunny Sydney, Orgmeggio boasts striking sunset harbourfront views and a chic newly renovated interior, making this the perfect (almost) Mediterannean getaway.

Featuring a newly pescatarian menu, this formidable kitchen sinks its hooks into Australia’s finest seafood produce, with standout dishes from the likes of mud crab risotto to tuna cotoletta. Look no further for a world-class Italian experience that’s sure to leave your tastebuds tingling.

Totti’s is a casually sunny Italian affair set in a bustling courtyard in Merivale Complex in Bondi. Iconic on Instagram, this bright spot shot to fame for good reason with tantalising antipasti spreads, and wood-fired bread people swear by. The lively venue showcases a minimalist, straightforward menu that does good on its word; delivering silky burrata cheese amongst other finger-licking plates that keep the crowds coming – and boy, do they come.

A quick glance at the surrounding tables in the beautiful piazza-style terrace might show a bias toward sharing plates as the norm in this coastal joint, but don’t be fooled; their individual plates are none worse for the wear. Satisfaction is the name of the game at Totti’s – so come hungry, come alone, or come with mates; you won’t regret it.