I was with 5 of my besties and we all love good food experiences, good service with knowledge and an atmosphere that brings it to life. Plus the wine list added to the experience. Were we in Sydney or Italy? Great night. The location to other bars and pubs after dinner is fantastic too - just a short walk across... More

It's a little warm, a little loud, allot busy. Just like eating a big family dinner. That is if your mother is a fabulous italian chef. I had the ragu, my partner the Stracci, with a nice bottle of Montepulciano. It was magnificent! I savored every bite. Don't miss the desert in a cappuccino cup (I don't recal the name,... More

This restaurant is quite possibly my favourite in Sydney. That’s a big call. Ok – I’m a sucker for Italian food, but this place has something special. It’s not the fanciest restaurant you’ll every try, but, don’t get me wrong – it’s a sexy restaurant. It’s reasonably priced, but the food is some of the best Italian I’ve experienced in... More

The ragu is amazing but so too was the ravioli with ricotta, peas and truffle pecorino... Small menu which is fantastic as everything is so fresh. Good selection of wine and the cocktails are wonderful as well. Definitely worth the price and will be back next time we visit Sydney. More

I don't think there is any doubt about it (and as a few other travellers have noted) the signature ragu pasta dish is a level above any other pasta dish I've ever tried. It was described in the most loving detail by the very attentive waiter - all home made, 4 hours on the hob etc etc and it was... More

Visited with friends who we ran into at the Verona and after a couple fo drinks at the nearby groovy Pocket Bar, waited for five minutes in the warm and convivial surrounds, and watched over the long shared table at the front of the crowded space, before being ushered downstairs. The menu is simple and (warning) in Italian only and... More

I went to this restaurant with my husband and my two sons, becuse I was told it was a genuine Italian restaurant in Sydney, but if you are Italian you will soon discover it is a good reastaurant only for those who are not Italian. First of all some people inside were Italian and I expected they would attend our... More

The whole concept of this restaurant is that all patrons (or almost) seat at a big marble table (tavola). This makes the atmosphere relaxed - perhaps too social if you are after a more 1-2-1 type of experience: It is hard not ending up chatting with the people next to you, or listening to their conversations. However, if you are... More

RECOMMENDED: As a long duration visitor to SYD, I've been on the search for excellent venues. A Tavola is a nice find and a good spot for a nice dinner. The setting is dressy casual (so no biz suits), best for friends. A long communal table in the front with a handful of side tables, a rear bit more louder... More