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Bella Brutta

135 King St, Newtown NSW 2042, Australia

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135 King St, Newtown NSW 2042, Australia

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+61 2 9922 5941
HoursMonday: 5:30 – 11:00 PM Tuesday: 5:30 – 11:00 PM Wednesday: 5:30 – 11:00 PM Thursday: 5:30 – 11:00 PM Friday: 5:00 – 11:00 PM Saturday: 12:00 PM – 12:00 AM Sunday: 12:00 – 10:00 PM

*Opening hours may differ during holidays.

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About Bella Brutta

King Street’s Bella Brutta turns out wood-fired pies built around a blistered, airy cornicione—thin, charred crusts sturdy enough to fold without leaving you sluggish. Newtown regulars bypass the standards for the clam pie, loaded with chopped clams, garlic, fermented chilli, and lemon. Grab a stool at the open bar to watch the kitchen paddle dough into the flames, then finish with the espresso-soaked tiramisu.

  • Signature Clam Pizza: Chopped clams, fermented chilli, garlic, and fresh lemon over a blistered wood-fired crust.
  • Light, Digestible Crust: Thin, oven-blistered dough with a toasted chew that satisfies without leaving you feeling weighed down.
  • Open Kitchen & Bar: Counter seating with a direct view of the pizza prep and wood-fired oven, paired with wine and full menu service.
  • House Tiramisu: Fluffy mascarpone layered with espresso and cocoa, built light enough to wrap up a rich dinner cleanly.
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Why Diners Choose Bella Brutta

From boundary-pushing wood-fired pies to lively bar-side dining, explore what makes this King Street favorite a Sydney institution—reserve your table today.

  • Inventive Signature Clam Pizza

    Bella Brutta departs from orthodox Italian toppings with its acclaimed clam pizza, harmonizing chopped ocean clams with fermented chilli heat, garlic punch, and bright citrus over a blistering wood-fired base.

    The clam pizza was divine, combining a light ocean flavour of the chopped clams with the savouriness of the cheese, acidity from the lemon, heat and sourness from the fermented chilli, and the extra punch from the garlic all add up to an incredible eating experience.

    Normy Haddad

  • Light, Highly Digestible Charred Crust

    Engineered with an airy, blistered cornicione and a crisp, thin center, the oven-baked dough provides generous wood-fired flavour without leaving diners feeling heavy or weighed down.

    The crust is beautifully charred and light, and the toppings are so fresh and flavorful. It doesn't leave you feeling weighed down or heavy at all, which is a rare find for wood-fired pizza.

    Brian Williams

  • Vibrant Social Tables and Shareable Menus

    A kinetic dining room paired with shareable wood-fired pies, punchy cocktails, and small bites creates an effortless backdrop for group catch-ups and celebrations.

    This is such a lovely pizza place with a really nice vibe. Perfect for hanging out with friends, sharing some well-made small bites and pizzas, and having a few drinks.

    M X

  • Attentive Hospitality for Milestone Gatherings

    The floor team balances quick service with personalized hospitality touches, elevating birthdays and special evenings with attentive care and thoughtful gestures.

    We felt so well taken care of during the night. Water was refilled regularly, the waitress explained the menu, and they gave us a complimentary birthday cannoli.

    Winnie Ng

  • Front-Row Open Kitchen Counter Seating

    Counter seating along the open kitchen lets guests take in the energy of the room while watching pizzas stretch, top, and blister straight from the wood-fired oven.

    I love that you can actually watch them making the pizza right in front of you. There’s something so satisfying about seeing it go from fresh dough to a perfect, crispy pizza straight out of the oven.

    Elissa Abenir

  • Comforting Bar Dining After Long Days

    With a dedicated bar and welcoming service, the venue serves as a reliable culinary respite for walk-ins and solo diners needing a comforting, high-quality meal after demanding days.

    After long days of classes, stressful assignments, and everything that comes with being on the other side of the world, I always knew I could count on coming here and getting a meal that would genuinely make my day better.

    Jackson Moross

The most acclaimed wood-fired pizzas and standout favorites at Bella Brutta.

  • Clam Pizza

    The clam pizza was divine, combining a light ocean flavour of the chopped clams with the savouriness of the cheese, acidity from the lemon, heat and sourness from the fermented chilli, and the extra punch from the garlic all add up to an incredible eating experience.

    Normy Haddad

  • Potato Pizza

    The potato pizza is a standout simple and utterly moreish.

    Cathy Luo

  • Tiramisu

    The texture was exactly what a great tiramisu should be: light, creamy and airy, with beautifully fresh mascarpone and just the right balance of coffee, cocoa and sweetness.

    Aurora Erika

  • Garlic Pizza Bread

    The garlic pizza bread in particular was phenomenal.

    Ryan White

Other favorites

From fresh crudo and calamari to house sodas and seasonal salads, these dishes round out the table.

  • Calamari

    I’m currently sitting at the bar, eating just about the best calamari I’ve ever had.

    Chad Leverington

  • Kingfish Crudo

    A super cool different take on your average kingfish crudo was the highlight for me!

    Chad Leverington

  • Strawberry and Thyme Soda

    for the non alcoholic drinks, the strawberry and thyme soda is a winner.

    Niki Vasiliadis

  • Fig and Bocconcini Salad

    Amazing fig and boconcinni salad and a terrific melt in the mouth tiramisu seals the deal.

    Wanderlust

Beyond the menu

From spontaneous celebration surprises to front-row kitchen craft, thoughtful hospitality anchors every visit. Reserve your table to experience it firsthand.

  • Handwritten Takeaway Notes & Celebration Cannoli

    Birthdays and milestones come with thoughtful personal touches, including celebratory cannoli and handwritten greetings tucked inside takeaway pizza boxes.

  • Complimentary Welcome Bubbles

    Hospitality begins the moment guests arrive, with service teams regularly pouring a celebratory glass of bubbles to commence the evening.

  • Front-Row Wood-Fired Counter Vantage

    Perched along the open kitchen counter, guests watch pizzaiolos shape fresh dough and fire blistered pies directly in the wood-burning oven.

  • Hands-On Owner Welcome

    Floor service is guided with personal charm and warmth by owner Joe and the team, welcoming diners like family from the first greeting.

Before you head over

Smart ways to navigate the room and menu. Reserve your table now for Sydney’s boldest wood-fired pies.

  • Reserve Early and Pace the Table

    Weekend seatings fill quickly and dining room tables operate on a two-hour limit. Secure reservations ahead of time and pace your courses so you have plenty of room for dessert.

  • Master the Slice Fold

    The wood-fired bases are crafted distinctively thin and airy. Fold your slice down the center to comfortably manage the generous toppings and prevent any drips.

  • Take a Seat at the Bar

    If you are visiting solo or dropping in without a booking, pull up a stool at the bar for full dinner service and a front-row view of the pizza oven action.

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