Restaurant
Bellucci Cucina
Upper Podium, 264/278 George St, Sydney NSW 2000, Australia
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Upper Podium, 264/278 George St, Sydney NSW 2000, Australia
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Perched on the Australia Square podium, Bellucci Cucina channels vibrant Italian dining directly into the Sydney CBD breeze. The draw here is easy social momentum—groups gathering over generous plates and wood-fired crusts straight from the hearth. Tables lean into warm, daily-baked firebread paired with burrata, followed by rich plates of gin basil rigatoni and spanner crab linguine. Between shaken cocktails and multi-course bottomless lunches, it serves as an open-air retreat built around wine, pasta, and layered tiramisu.
- Podium Alfresco Dining: Diners gather on the elevated open-air Australia Square podium terrace for group dinners and sunny arvo drinks.
- Hearth-Baked Firebread & Pizza: Dough baked daily produces hot, blistered wood-fired pizzas and smoky firebread paired with creamy burrata.
- Bottomless Group Packages: Two-hour weekend pours and celebratory feasts pair flowing drinks with antipasti and rich signature pastas.
What's On at Bellucci Cucina
Upcoming events, special menus and other reasons to plan a visit.
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Why Dine at Bellucci Cucina
Why diners choose Bellucci Cucina for gatherings, signature wood-fired dishes, and alfresco CBD drinks
Fresh Daily Wood-Fired Bread & Pizza
House wood-fired firebread and pizzas are baked fresh daily, yielding smoky crusts and ideal pairings with creamy burrata.
We started with the woodfired bread and burrata, and it was hands down our favourite dish! So fresh, creamy and full of flavour.
Mikayla Fitzgerald Handcrafted Signature Pastas
Specialty seafood and rich slow-cooked pastas like spanner crab linguine and gin rigatoni showcase bold Italian flavors.
Spanner Crab linguine and wondered if it came in the shell, pleasingly it had no shell and was so full of flavour, truly is the best seafood style pasta I have ever had.
Christine Judd Bottomless Dining Packages for Groups
A dedicated two-hour bottomless beverage pour paired with multi-course dining makes group celebrations seamless and festive.
A bottomless experience that’s definitely worth it: we had a copious amount of food, drinks flowing continuously throughout the 2hrs
Helena Tran Attentive Group & Event Hospitality
Warm hospitality, prompt service, and thoughtful touches like proactive drink refills create a welcoming, celebratory group atmosphere.
Our water glasses were constantly being refilled without us even having to ask, which was such a thoughtful touch and made us feel really looked after.
Akayrii Rose Open-Air CBD Podium Terrace
Located on an upper podium overlooking Australia Square, the open-air alfresco terrace catches warm breezes in the heart of the city.
Sitting outside with the warm breeze, a Di Litchi in hand and pizzas coming out fresh from the oven… honestly the perfect way to ease into the weekend.
Chanel Lam Vibrant After-Work & Evening Vibe
Uplifting music, crafted cocktails, and outdoor city dining make it an effortless destination to kick off celebratory nights.
Bellucci is hands down my favourite restaurant in town and always my go-to spot to kick off a great night out.
Brooke (Brooke)
Most popular items
Most-ordered wood-fired dishes and handcrafted pastas
Spanner Crab Linguine
So we ordered the Spanner Crab linguine and wondered if it came in the shell, pleasingly it had no shell and was so full of flavour, truly is the best seafood style pasta I have ever had.
Christine Judd Wood-fired bread and burrata
We started with the woodfired bread and burrata, and it was hands down our favourite dish! So fresh, creamy and full of flavour.
Mikayla Fitzgerald Gin Rigatoni
Their Gin Rigatoni is not a question but a requirement coming here. Its rich, creamy, and tastes absolutley devine!
Azra Ergun Pappardelle al Ragù di Agnello
The Pappardelle al Ragù di Agnello was unreal.
Bhavninder Sanghera
Other favorites
House desserts, signature cocktails, and group beverage packages
Tiramisu
Hands down the BEST I’ve ever had (and I’ve had tiramisu all over the world, including in Italy!).
Bhavninder Sanghera Drink Me Softly
The cocktails are just as impressive; Drink Me Softly & Amalfi Pop are a standout and an absolute must-try.
Brooke (Brooke) Capri Breeze Cocktail
I had the Capri Breeze Cocktail and it was like summer in a glass.
Christine Judd Bottomless Lunch
They’re also currently offering a 2-hour bottomless pour from $99 per person, which is a great option for a long lunch or catch-up with friends.
Clararia Wu
Beyond the menu
Thoughtful dietary diligence and welcoming hospitality details that elevate CBD gatherings.
Attentive Dietary & Pregnancy Verification
Waitstaff proactively verify ingredients and confirm pasteurisation details to ensure pregnant diners can enjoy dishes like burrata with complete peace of mind.
Custom Allergen Preparation Care
Kitchen and floor staff actively adjust meal preparation and implement precautions against ingredient cross-contamination when allergies are flagged.
Floor Leadership Check-Ins
Senior restaurant leadership personally circulates dining areas to greet tables, chat with parties, and check on dinner experiences.
Intuitive Birthday Table Hospitality
Floor staff maintain continuous table awareness during group celebrations, proactively refilling water glasses without guests needing to ask.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the seating setup like?
Much of the venue's dining is outdoor and terrazzo seating on the podium terrace, so seating comfort and table availability can depend on weather conditions, though some sheltered spots are available.
Can the kitchen accommodate dietary requirements and food allergies?
Bellucci Cucina accommodates dietary needs and food allergies upon request, and staff have assisted guests with ingredient checks such as verifying pasteurized cheese. Vegetarian food options are also served.
Does Bellucci Cucina offer a bottomless lunch package?
A timed two-hour bottomless beverage package is available for long lunches or gatherings, pairing ongoing pours like mimosas or spritzes with selected food courses.
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