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Buon Ricordo Italian Restaurant & Private Dining

108 Boundary St, Paddington NSW 2021, Australia

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Find Buon Ricordo Italian Restaurant & Private Dining

108 Boundary St, Paddington NSW 2021, Australia

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+61 2 9360 6729
HoursMonday: Closed Tuesday: Closed Wednesday: 5:30 – 9:00 PM Thursday: 5:30 – 9:00 PM Friday: 12:00 – 3:00 PM, 5:30 – 10:00 PM Saturday: 12:00 – 3:00 PM, 5:30 – 10:00 PM Sunday: Closed

*Opening hours may differ during holidays.

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About Buon Ricordo Italian Restaurant & Private Dining

Step through the heavy wooden doors on Boundary Street into an old-school Italian dining institution. Framed art, crisp linen, and floor staff in white coats moving with seasoned ease. Sydney diners return for one enduring ritual—fresh fettuccine tossed tableside with parmesan and a fried truffle egg until rich and glossy. Chef David anchors the kitchen with scampi and slow-cooked veal, while veterans Nick and Terry direct the room with practiced sprezzatura. Upstairs, a secluded dining space holds milestone dinners well away from the buzz below.

  • Tableside Truffle Pasta: The signature egg fettuccine is finished tableside, tossed with parmesan and a fried truffle egg right before serving.
  • White-Coat Floor Service: Floor veterans lead traditional, choreographed table service in immaculate white coats.
  • Upstairs Private Dining: A secluded upstairs dining space and private wine room host celebrations and group functions.
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Why Diners Choose Buon Ricordo

Experience old-world charm, choreographed table service, and iconic regional Italian dining—reserve your table today.

  • Choreographed Floor Hospitality

    Floor service operates with classical precision and respectful discretion, creating a calm, coordinated dining rhythm for celebrations.

    Service is an orchestra of tuned choreography which benefits tables with that extra level of service that is often missing in restaurants today.

    Miss Katherine Wolfgramme

  • Traditional White-Coated Service

    Waitstaff dressed formally in immaculate white coats maintain polite, attentive service throughout every course.

    we also enjoy the wonderful service from the staff all dressed immaculately in white coats who are always polite and very helpful.

    JM REN

  • Tableside Truffle Egg Fettuccine

    The restaurant's signature pasta arrives rich and creamy, tossed and finished at your table with parmesan and a fried truffle egg.

    FETTUCINE AL TARTUFOVO (Cream and parmesan, topped with a fried truffle egg, tossed at the table)

    Kurt Poniewierka

  • Chef David's Signature Osso Buco

    Chef David's slow-cooked specialties showcase authentic regional Italian depths, led by a renowned, fall-apart osso buco.

    especially the Osso Bucco that David the chef made for us is the best I’ve ever had.

    Florian Eder

  • Secluded Upstairs Dining Retreat

    An intimate, secluded upstairs room offers an unhurried sanctuary tailored for milestone family and group dining.

    The private dining room we were in felt like a little escape—secluded, full of charm, and perfect for settling in and truly enjoying the night.

    Brand Goddess

  • Intimate Wine Room Gatherings

    Dedicated private celebration spaces, including the curated wine room, provide personal atmospheres for landmark gatherings.

    Dining in wine room is fun too for special occasions.

    Adrian

Iconic regional Italian classics prepared with traditional culinary artistry.

  • Fettuccine al Tartufovo

    And then, the Fettucine al Tartufovo, a signature dish, was a true masterpiece. Rich, creamy, and absolutely heavenly.

    Walter Silva

  • Braciolette Reginaldo

    BRACIOLETTE REGINALDO (Crumbed veal rolled with spinach, nutmeg and parmesan. Grilled and drizzled with extra virgin olive oil and lemon) were particular stand outs and I can see why they are signature dishes at this restaurant.

    Kurt Poniewierka

  • Negroni Kingfish Crudo

    For entrée, I chose the kingfish crudo which was prepared negroni style: beautiful, fresh and tangy.

    Arnaud Michelin

  • Chef David's Osso Buco

    especially the Osso Bucco that David the chef made for us is the best I’ve ever had.

    Florian Eder

Other favorites

Delightful desserts, tailored pairings, and specialized dining corners complement your meal

  • Refreshing Sorbet

    finishing with a refreshing sorbet that rounded out the night perfectly.

    Brand Goddess

  • Sommelier Wine Pairings

    Sommelier Nick paired our dishes with great wines

    Ceci Merkel

  • Affagato with Drambuie

    a Drambuie with the affagatos to round it all up.

    Max Schlink

  • Wine Room Dining

    Dining in wine room is fun too for special occasions.

    Adrian

Beyond the menu

From tableside pasta rituals to choreographed white-jacket service, every detail reflects timeless Italian hospitality. Reserve your table to experience this Boundary Street institution.

  • Tableside Truffle Egg Finishing

    Waitstaff theatrically finish the signature Fettuccine al Tartufovo directly at the table, grating parmesan and tossing the fried truffle egg into the pasta.

  • Immaculate White-Coat Floor Service

    Floor staff attend the dining room in crisp traditional white coats, delivering synchronized, respectful service reminiscent of classic European dining rooms.

  • Classical English Table Maintenance

    Service follows formal 'servizio all’inglese' standards, ensuring water and wine glasses remain filled and fresh cutlery is placed between courses without disruption.

  • Curated Sommelier Pairings

    Dedicated floor sommeliers provide tailored wine advice, guiding guests through extensive Italian selections to complement each course.

Before you head over

Essential guidance to navigate the menu, seating, and classical service at this Paddington landmark. Reserve your table ahead for your next celebration.

  • Pace Yourself for the Signature Truffle Pasta

    The iconic Fettuccine al Tartufovo is tossed tableside with parmesan and a fried truffle egg. Because diners highlight its profound richness, consider pairing it with lighter antipasti or mains.

  • Request Secluded Upstairs or Wine Room Seating

    For milestone celebrations or private gatherings, specify whether you prefer the secluded upstairs space or the intimate wine room to enjoy an unhurried, charming atmosphere.

  • Lean on Traditional Floor Staff for Pairings

    Waitstaff in traditional white coats deliver choreographed tableside service. Allow veteran staff like Nick and Terry to curate your wine pairings and guide course selections.

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