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Alba Restaurant

304-308 King St, Newtown NSW 2042, Australia

Recommended by 33 people

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304-308 King St, Newtown NSW 2042, Australia

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+61 403 398 918
HoursMonday: 5:00 – 9:00 PM Tuesday: 5:00 – 9:00 PM Wednesday: 5:00 – 9:00 PM Thursday: 5:00 – 9:00 PM Friday: 5:00 – 10:00 PM Saturday: 12:00 – 3:00 PM, 5:00 – 10:00 PM Sunday: 12:00 – 3:00 PM, 5:00 – 9:00 PM

*Opening hours may differ during holidays.

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About Alba Restaurant

Alba brings the sun-drenched soul of Puglia to King Street through handmade pasta, regional wines, and open-kitchen warmth. Diners point to regional specialties like pittule and sagne torte, backed by burrata sourced straight from the owner’s hometown. The open-counter kitchen lets you watch chefs toss fresh noodles and pull plates together in real time, while floor staff walk tables through Southern Italian traditions. First-timers and date-night diners often catch unprompted extras from the pass, finishing with a pour of Negroamaro and house tiramisu.

  • Salento Traditions: Handmade sagne torte, fried pittule, and hometown burrata pair with regional pours like Negroamaro.
  • Open-Kitchen Energy: Counter seats and open-kitchen views let diners watch the line work while staff share the stories behind each recipe.
  • Complimentary Touches: Newcomers and celebratory diners frequently find unprompted bites, drinks, or desserts sent over on the house.
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Why Choose Alba Restaurant

Experience authentic Salento recipes, open-kitchen craftsmanship, and heartfelt hospitality on King Street.

  • Distinct Regional Salentinian Cuisine

    Dishes reflect authentic Salentinian tradition, from freshly prepared house pasta to regional staples like pittule and burrata sourced directly from the owner's hometown.

    the burrata was absolutely eye-popping — sourced from the owner’s hometown and easily the best burrata we’ve ever had.

    JC

  • Handmade Pasta and Slow-Cooked Sauces

    Pasta is crafted fresh in-house with authentic texture and robust, slow-simmered sauces that showcase genuine Southern Italian cooking.

    The sauce was outstanding and you could taste the love in the house-made pasta too!

    Alba González Barbero

  • Live Open-Kitchen Atmosphere

    The open kitchen design lets diners watch the chef prepare courses in real time, adding energy and theatrical excitement to the meal.

    One of the highlights is the open kitchen, where you can watch the chef at work.

    Giulia Gatta

  • Immersive Menu Storytelling

    Staff enrich the dining experience with knowledgeable course walkthroughs and regional storytelling that connect guests to Southern Italian heritage.

    Mattia took amazing care of us, with spot-on recommendations and even a little Southern Italian history lesson along the way.

    JC

  • Memorable Date Nights and Milestones

    A cozy, vibrant setting paired with accommodating table service makes the space an ideal choice for romantic dates and celebratory milestones.

    Me and my partner had the best date night here! the drinks were so nice, and the service was so accommodating by everyone

    Marissa Chea

  • Thoughtful Complimentary Hospitality

    Celebratory occasions and first visits are frequently met with generous, unprompted on-the-house starters, drinks, or desserts.

    When they realised it was my friend’s birthday, they surprised us with two refreshing non-alcoholic drinks on the house, knowing we don’t drink alcohol.

    Minelle Ali

Customer-favorite handmade pastas and regional Southern Italian specialties

  • Lamb Pasta

    We tried two different pastas, including the lamb pasta, and both were absolutely delicious.

    özlem er

  • Burrata

    the burrata was absolutely eye-popping — sourced from the owner’s hometown and easily the best burrata we’ve ever had.

    JC

  • Eggplant Parmigiana

    There are some delicious vegetarian options, our favourite of the night being the eggplant parmigiana.

    Cally Dixon

  • Ragù Mafaldine

    The rich ragù mafaldine was a standout

    JC

Other favorites

Starters, desserts, and regional Southern Italian wines

  • Tiramisu

    And the tiramisu… you absolutely have to try it. One of the best tiramisus I’ve had in a long time.

    özlem er

  • Pittule

    The **Pittule** was something I'd never tried before, and it quickly became one of my favorite dishes.

    lina kim

  • Fig Ricotta Bruschetta

    the eggplant parmigiana and fig ricotta bruschetta were standouts.

    Lu Bradshaw

  • Negroamaro

    Negroamaro – ruby red, fruity & bold ($15)

    Sunni Wan

Beyond the menu

Thoughtful gestures and genuine Southern Italian hospitality that set the dining experience apart

  • Personalised Celebration Gestures

    Diners celebrating birthdays are treated to thoughtful complimentary gestures tailored to their preferences, such as custom non-alcoholic drinks on the house.

  • Complimentary First-Timer Welcome Dishes

    First-time guests frequently receive unexpected complimentary starters and desserts to welcome them into the dining experience.

  • Attentive Hospitality for Families and Babies

    Families visiting with infants or toddlers are warmly welcomed by staff and chefs alike, who engage with children and offer comforting touches like bean purée.

  • Regional Storytelling and Menu Guidance

    Waitstaff share the regional background of Salentinian dishes and wines, pairing knowledgeable table service with engaging cultural storytelling.

Before you head over

Practical advice on pacing your meal, ordering, and planning your visit.

  • Leave Room for Dessert

    Portion sizes and shared antipasti are generous, and first-time guests often receive complimentary bites, so pace your ordering to ensure you leave space for the house tiramisu.

  • Order Bread for Sauces

    Rich ragù and house-made pasta sauces are central to the menu, so order bread alongside your mains to make sure none of the sauce goes to waste.

  • Easy Drop-Off for Families

    If parking along King Street takes extra time, drop off your party at the door—the team readily seats families and welcomes infants and toddlers while drivers park.

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