Very legit pizza!! Nice ambience as it overlooks the water. Only drawback was food took a long time to arrive (waited 30+ min and a bit challenging with small kids). Restaurant was quite busy. We got margherita pizza and the shrimp pizza. Both were really good. Arancini also great. read more

Food was very nice. Location is great. Service was very average though. Slow, no attention, felt like they avoided us (and it was quiet), didn't know the menu. Just felt like they had zero interest (apart from one person). read more

Excellent pizza. Our party of 13 was happy with everything we ordered. The Venuto pizza and the roasted carrots were delicious.

What a restaurant. Casual laid back waterfront dining with a vibe. The food did not disappoint. The dough of the pizza was one of the best I've eaten. read more

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Great pizza, delicious food. Spotty service (see other reviews). Very noisy, at least inside. Would be a terrible place to take a date unless you don't want to talk. read more

We had the gnocchi with peas and the roasted eggplant with tahini and both were absolutely spectacular. We walked in without a reservation on a November Wednesday night, and the wait staff quickly had us seated at an outdoor table facing the waterfront, and the wait staff were friendly yet unintrusive. The menu was full of attractive options including a vegan pizza with a wonderful selection of toppings, yet we ordered just the two entrees which were exactly the right amount of food. I also enjoyed the eclectic music selection, which wasn't at all too loud for normal conservation. read more

Best Pizza in Sydney! Ventuno was able to accommodate my group of 6 on a Sunday evening and we had a wonderful meal

Pre-theatre meal for five people at Ventuno. We made a reservation and advised the staff that we were going to the theatre that evening when we booked. We arrived and were swiftly taken to our seats. The waitress mentioned we were going to the theatre and would be fed and watered in time for the show! Our table was right next to the water. Perfect seats. The service was good. We ordered and the food came out promptly as promised. We shared a garlic pizza to start and I chose an entree as my main - the octopus and shared the rocket, pear and parmesan salad. My food was good but my husband's pasta was better. How come my husband always orders better then me?! Anyone else suffer from food envy after ordering? The Pino Grigio wine was belissimo and was the standout of everything I ordered. A nice meal but not a restaurant I'll rush back to visit. Four stars from me as the staff truly did look after us. read more

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Lovely staff. Scenic location. Pretty good Italian food. As expensive as you would expect. I came here with my family before going to the theatre- it was nice, but I would probably go somewhere else next time or order something totally different. The agreed best part of the meal was the starter. we started with the big anti pasti board which was more than enough for 4 people and really nice. It had prosciutto, olives, bread, ricotta, big hunks of Parmesan and mozzarella. The giant mozzarella specifically was amazing. I could eat that all day. For the mains I had spinach and ricotta ravioli. The actually ravioli was great, but it was smothered in Parmesan which was way too overpowering for me. Now, I'm normally a cheese lover and am known to enjoy my fair share of Parmesan topped delights, however this was so overbearing I found myself scraping off the cheese to enjoy the rest. My sister had a similar issue with the vegetable lasagne. She will normally choose something based on its high cheese levels but couldn't finish her dish from the sheer mounds of cheese packed into each bite. Some of you may think this is the best thing ever- and if that's you then power to you! Having said that the other 2 in my party ordered the same beef ragu thing (sorry I can't remember the name) and both said it was brilliant. I would recommend this place if you are in the area and after a feed- but wouldn't suggest crossing town or stepping over your nonna for it. read more

Ventuno - Giant platter for starters - Italian Near Me - Sydney, NSW

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We went to Ventuno for the Sydney Pizza Festival. Being the swanky place that it was, I was afraid that we would be treated differently as we weren't full priced paying customers. My fear did not materialise as our waiter was very friendly and helpful, and there was no special menu for us. We were able to choose pizzas from their regular menu, and I was bit surprised that the pizzas were moderately priced. I was expecting them to be dearer because of the upscale vibe of the restaurant. I ordered the Ventuno pizza and I love that the gorgonzola was not too overpowering but still had that bite. Incidentally, it was also my birthday on the day we went and my friend had brought me a box of small cakes and they offered to keep it in the fridge for us and served it to us when it was time for dessert. Great location by the water, fantastic service and good food. I wouldn't mind coming back here for an off-the-beaten track pizza fix in the city. read more

Ventuno - Ventuno pizza - Italian Near Me - Sydney, NSW

We dined as a group of six, showing up early as we had finished work early for the day. They were very accommodating, ensured we had sufficient drinks, and made good suggestions on platers to start with. We ordered 3 pizzas and some other dishes for mains. Food was delivered fast, and presented nicely. Pizza was on the money, and we enjoyed zucchini flowers and tomato buffalo salad etc. We picked desserts and I had tiramisu, it was very smooth and perhaps a little sweet as I couldn't finish it, nor could my colleague with the same. Highly recommended Italian with good service. read more

Ventuno - Stuffed Zucchini flowers - Italian Near Me - Sydney, NSW

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Great Italian! (American tourist review ahead) Our driver from the airport recommended this place and we were not disappointed. We came starving, ordered right away and the food came almost instantly which was great! It was packed too and the food still came hot and delicious. It seemed everyone else came before the opera to get in and out quick but for a great meal. We had Fregola alle vongule which had great flavor and the clams were fresh and sauce full of flavor. For salad we had Isalata Estiva which was ok. A little awkward to eat since it thinly sliced red cabbage. Wasn't my favorite but I had to try it. Then the finale was the Buffalina Pizza. YUM! Such a tasty pizza with prosciutto and delicious buffalo mozzarella. Loved the decor and atmosphere--Definitely worth a visit! read more

Worst service ever! Literally sat with empty cocktails through appetizers...guess they didn't want our money...so when we gave up on that had to ask 5 times for water which arrived after I paid. We were going to stay for dessert but opted to not spend another dollar there after the terrible service which the manager just said "someone is pouring it now"...uhhh yea now that we asked 5 times to several employees, clearly he missed the point. Food was above average, had a pasta dish and pizza though so hard to mess that up... And as for views, great views but the mosquitos nearly ate us alive. Don't waste your time. read more

Ventuno has been around for awhile and certainly a place to return too if you are tired of seeking out those new openings with no signage, tucked in behind lanes and not big enough to swing a cat in. It has space, harbour view, italian accents and straightforward pizza. The wine list is huge and it can be educational should you ask your waiters to explain the italian grading system of The Antipastas are enormous and have variety. The dopo lavoro is the macdaddy of them all for carnivores like myself with meatballs, rice balls, italian sausages, calamari and brussel sprouts. Im also lover of mozzarella and pizza so Vulanco is my order. The topping is tomato, mozzarella, pancetta, asparagus and shaved parmesan. With a nice vini bianchi the afternoon is easily passed as we consider the cocktails for the early evening. Ventuno is a faithful and I hope its around for many years to come. read more

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Ventuno is a favorite. Tucked between wharves, Ventuno spills out from Hickson Road right through to the water which is almost lapping at your feet. This is what makes Ventuno such a great spot for basking in the afternoon sun, Italian red in hand and antipasto platter ($40) too delicious to resist. The ambience at this time almost always has a buzz about it making it a very cool place to spend an afternoon. Otherwise if you don't make it in the afternoon Ventuno is a great dinner option if you're in the area, but honestly pizza is their forte and will not disappoint, with the other options on the menu a bit average. The staff are all Italian which does make it slightly embarrassing trying to order the 'Pescatore' (my recommended pizza, $25) because they are always bound to correct your pronunciation! read more

Ventuno - Italian Near Me - Sydney, NSW

Venturo was our pre-theatre dinner venue, and they delivered a great meal right on time to ensure that we would make our curtain. I called and left a msg asking for a reservation; they called right back to confirm. Bottom line: It was a wonderful dinner. Our attentive and friendly server served all our food quickly. Everything we ordered tasted wonderful too! Recommended highly! read more

GREAT location... Quick efficient service... Good for pizza if you want that sort of thing... Seafood pasta was very good... Cooked with a good seafood stock.. Roast pork was good but a bit dry... Worth a visit..!!.. read more

This a decent place that we caught maybe on a bad night. After several Aussies telling us we could bring wine to every restaurant we brought in a great Margaret River wine. The maitre d runs over to our table telling us we can't bring in the wine. The way it was said was like someone talks to a kindergartner. The restaurant is completely hard surfaces everywhere so it is very loud. Do not bring anyone if you want a quiet conversation. The food was ok and the wine list had nothing even close to what we brought . Pizza was good and in a large group this would be a fun place. read more

food - the pizza is good and it is definitely italian style pizza. I had the prosciutto, gorgonzola and eggplant, nice combination and balance. The pear roquette and parmesan salad was so-so at best, unripe pears, mostly oily dressing. Food gets a 3 service - waiter was not very nice and took forever, more interested in chatting with a table of cougars than tending to his tables. Service gets a 1 atmosphere - this restaurant is right next to the water, on a calm stretch were there aren't too many people so it is nice and peaceful. the tables are well laid out so you have privacy and the chairs are comfortable to you feel like lounging a bit. Atmosphere gets a 4 value - 26 AUD for a pizza, 15 AUD for roquette lettuce with some oil and vinegar ... no no no. Value gets a 2 read more

I've been at Ventuno several times and I still don't know why people think that this place is so special. Ok water view is a plus, staff is friendly but food is avarage. 3 stars: no one more, no one less read more

A mixed bag. My pizza was pretty good, though it had a little too much cheese so that it stayed a little soggy just in the centre. The rest of it was quite good, though. The arancini we had to start were OK, not especially flavourful, but was pleasantly large for a starter. My companion's seafood pasta was bland and ho-hum. Some bits of shellfish were undercooked, some others were overcooked. Disappointing. A fun wine list, though. Very attentive service, and a good spot, bussing with pre-theatre folks. Both hit and miss. read more

Dawes point was just voted Sydney's best suburb for its close proximity to the city but without that hustle and bustle feel and with great waterviews. Ventuno is then lucky to be located within this prime real estate location. What makes Dawes Point so popular is always why I like Ventuno. The food is great but it's really the atmosphere of this restaurant that makes me keep coming back. I love alfresco dining but so often you're enjoying your food with a bit of car fumes alongside or a rush of people walking past checking out what you're eating. At Ventuno you can enjoy your meal and company with minimal interruption by the surrounds overlooking apartments and boats you probably can't afford but desperately wish you could. read more

This was the perfect restaurant for our group. We were a group of 8 and wanted something with a lively atmosphere, great views and nice food. What we got was all of the above. The service was very good and the staff were all authentic Italian which was a bonus. We started out with some shared entree platers and a couple bottles of wine. The setting was lovely with views of the harbor, perfect for dusk. We enjoyed an array of menu items, everything from the seafood linguini, veal ragu to some of their pizzas. Nothing was a disappointment and we all left stuffed and happy. I would recommend this place for couples and groups. This great location makes it a hidden gem and pretty easy to get a reservation. read more

One of Sydney's. Best locations for lunch and dinner. The food and service equally matches the location. Exceptional food, cocktails and wine list. Value for money. read more

No booking so I sat outside under a heater.... Beautiful glass of champagne... Ordered a rolled eggplant stuffed with cheese and pumpkin, a mozzarella and tomato salad sprinkled with right amount of extra virgin and vegetarian pizza... All on the table very quickly... Food 10 service 11 heaters 3. You need blankets for your outside tables guys All in all, fabulous and will return for more. A great find.. read more

Very nice ! Antipasto plate was great, the pizzas delicious. We had a lovely evening. Very friendly staff. read more

Ventuno - Italian Near Me - Sydney, NSW

Ventuno is the perfect spot in Walsh Bay for delicious Italian food. I come here usually between shows when I'm working across the road at Sydney Theatre as it opens for food at around 5pm and I've never been disappointed by the quality of the food! I haven't had much other than the pizza here because it's just so good. They have an extensive pizza menu, my favourites being the Vegetarian, the spicy salami and of course the good old fashioned margarita with lashings and lashings of chilli oil! Delicious! The baked eggplant with tomatoes is also a good choice for an appetiser if you want something light and fresh. The service is pretty amazing and the bustling Italian owner is always making sure everything is good and perfect with your table. read more

Ventuno Pizza on Hickson road in Walsh Bay is a pretty nice Italian restaurant. I went there one night when it was dark (thanks Einstein!) and didn't realise it had such a fantastic view until I went again but this time during the day. The food is pretty nice too. We decided to share a few pizzas between us all and have a main each which was a good decision. So good in fact we decided that we had to try the dessert as well. And it should always be assumed that we had a bottle of red to accompany the meal. The menu is in Italian so you may need to take someone who is fluent in the language to know what you are ordering or you could rolls your eyes down a centimetre as it's all explained in English below. If you get the chance to go on a nice sunny day, it's all the better too. read more

Ventuno - Italian Near Me - Sydney, NSW

My fiancé and I ate at Ventuno on a Sunday night. Service was mediocre and the food was as well. I ordered the seafood pasta and it was bland and smelt really "fishy". I had to give it to my fiancé to eat! This being said, the hostess was amazing, attentive and gave us a complementary lemoncello to end our night. read more

This is such a great place for sitting outside and enjoying simple, fresh and tasty Italian food. Super friendly service by the waiters. We had the anti pasti to start - the calamari and aracini balls were the highlight for me. I thought the eggplant with mince was so so but one of my colleagues was raving about how delicious it was. Didn't try the beef ball but others were also saying it was great. For main I had the spaghetti pescatore which had this succulent tomato sauce. I kept trying to dig around trying to scoop it up with the seafood - warning this is a dangerous dish if you're wearing a white shirt or top. Apparently their pizzas are awesome - am supposed to try the diavola next time or the ragu dish....oh the choices!! This is definitely a place for summer as the views of the wharf and the boats are truly an awesome backdrop. p.s. if you're having the spagetti pescatore dish make sure you use a serviette as a bib! I didn't have any dessert but again the gelato, tiramisu etc would be excellent options. All the classic Italian desserts. This place can't wrong. read more

Ventuno - Spaghetti pescatore - Italian Near Me - Sydney, NSW

Breathtaking view, fantastic pizza, and perhaps the best service we have received during our two week visit in Sydney (this one is not saying much though...). Definitely a great place to grab dinner and enjoy the spectacular view over a nice glass of wine and some good food! read more

Been here a couple of times but prior to Yelp in Oz. Great service and good food - pizzas are fantastic and the anti-pasto plates are chock full of good soft Italian cheeses like burratta and mozzarella. We had Chianti on the night, a lovely red wine which didn't leave too much of a headache the morning after which was good. Only thing to keep in mind is that because they are located in residential, once it hits 11pm they move all the outside tables inside to stop there being so much noise. read more

Just came back from this place very disappointed... The service was good, although I could have gotten a better table and not one in the middle of the restaurant give that it was empty when I got there. The food, oh the greatest let down... Had the prawns with pork belly and asparagus, the reality: three sad grilled prawns one of them missing the onion paper thin slice of boiled pork belly on top of what seemed like single finelly minced asparagus spear, for the three prawns. The main plate was Spaghetti Pescatore: imagine that you prepare a soup with one of those seafood packs that you can get at the supermarket but you're being cheap with the portion, no tomato sauce, niente and instead of noodles, spaghetti. It even had the juices of such seafood in the bottom of the plate. I haven't had pasta in months and this is what I get, just my look. Also had a drink which I asked to be made with sweetener instead of sugar, what seemed like a no no at the beginning, they agreed to make it because the sweetener had just appeared?? How was it, sweet like children candy, could they have tried it before bringing it in? Nope The restaurant is cute but nothing to rave about. read more

The worst gf pizza and pasta ever. Our server was understanding enough to offer risotto because others not edible. Outrageously over-priced food and wine menu. The view and location are the plus. read more

Stopped by after walking around the piers on a Sunday afternoon. Pretty good Italian style pizza. I had the Galoso with ham and mushrooms. They offered chilli oil - very authentic! Very lively on a Sunday afternoon but service was tops and food arrived quickly. read more

I wasn't overly impressed!!! The Wine Menu read like a Book and the Food Menu was interesting! I understand there's only so much you can do with Italian Cuisine however for the prices I would have expected more. NOT a place to go if you're looking for a quiet place to eat, it's more like Central Station in Peak Hour! read more

Pizza reminded me of my time in Tuscany. Thin, crispy, and delicious dough. They sauce was tangy and ingredients were all very fresh. It was great. I wanted to go back every day! read more

Ventuno is incredible! We had antipasti and mains, but it left no room for dessert. Everything we ate was delicious.

The pizza was amazing, big but amazing and the pasta was amazing as well. A lot of plates were smashed the day I went. They have quite fast service. read more

Great location tucked away between the docks -- great view of the harbour. Food was great although a little above average pricing. Staff were wonderful, food came out in a timely manner. We had a big party of 12 and had a great experience. read more