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Gino's Kitchen & Cocktails: Darlinghurst

235 Victoria St, Darlinghurst NSW 2010, Australia

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Find Gino's Kitchen & Cocktails: Darlinghurst

235 Victoria St, Darlinghurst NSW 2010, Australia

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HoursMonday: Closed Tuesday: 12:00 PM – 12:00 AM Wednesday: 12:00 PM – 12:00 AM Thursday: 12:00 PM – 12:00 AM Friday: 12:00 PM – 12:00 AM Saturday: 12:00 PM – 12:00 AM Sunday: 12:00 – 10:00 PM

*Opening hours may differ during holidays.

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About Gino's Kitchen & Cocktails: Darlinghurst

Victoria Street’s lively Italian dining room delivers generous pasta, crisp pizza, and bottomless cocktails that keep coming. Gino himself runs the floor, greeting arrivals and keeping group tables well looked after. Regulars flock in for long celebratory meals fueled by house focaccia, bowls of cacio e pepe, and the signature spun-sugar fairyfloss martini. Plates of garlic prawns and crisp calamari fritti lead seamlessly into hearty rigatoni and rich, espresso-soaked tiramisu.

  • Bottomless Italian packages: Generous multi-course feasts with proactive drink refills and flowing cocktails.
  • Novelty cocktail menu: Playful sips featuring the fairyfloss martini and fresh margaritas.
  • Owner-led hospitality: Hands-on floor presence from Gino guarantees warm, attentive hospitality.

What's On at Gino's Kitchen & Cocktails: Darlinghurst

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Reasons to Dine at Gino's

Why diners choose Gino's Kitchen & Cocktails for celebrations, artisan dining, and lively gatherings in Darlinghurst

  • Seamless Bottomless Celebrations

    Guests enjoy multi-course Italian feasts paired with genuine free-flowing cocktails and wine, where empty glasses are refilled continuously without chasing waitstaff.

    And the drinks… genuinely bottomless. For the full two hours they just did not stop bringing them. Glass empty? Another one appeared. No chasing staff, no awkward waits — just seamless, attentive service the whole time.

    Josh
  • Vibrant Atmosphere for Long Group Dinners

    Large groups and private gatherings benefit from high-energy hospitality and generous set menus that accommodate diverse preferences smoothly.

    The vibe was high all evening, great energy in the room and perfect for a long social dinner.

    Ellie Rimmington
  • Flirtatious and Creative Cocktail Program

    A playful signature cocktail program features whimsical creations like the Fairy Floss Martini, handcrafted espresso martinis, and specialty margaritas.

    The cocktail list is fun and flirtatious, the steak is always cooked perfectly, the portions are generous, and we can never get enough of the foccacia or the cacio e pepe.

    Liana Brien
  • Owner-Hosted Italian Hospitality

    Owner Gino maintains an active presence on the dining floor, greeting guests warmly and ensuring celebrations receive enthusiastic personal attention.

    Gino is the kindest and most enthusiastic man, clearly loves his job and making people happy and it was so sweet to see how all out he went for a birthday!

    Jessi Mei Hindle
  • Authentic Italian Pasta and Artisan Pizza

    Dishes feature generous, authentic preparations across homemade pasta, al dente sauces, and wood-fired crusts crafted with European care.

    From an incredible crust, perfect cheese and beautiful zucchini, capsicum and artichoke, this was the most authentic pizza I have had in Australia and outside of Italy.

    Steven's World
  • High-Value Daytime Dining Options

    Midday visitors enjoy dedicated express multi-course deals combining handcrafted pizzas and rich pastas for exceptional value in Darlinghurst.

    Visited here for an express lunch for 2. The salumi pizza was excellent!! We also ordered the rigatoni boscaiola, and spaghetti bolognese, sauce was tasty and Al dente.

    Akhi A

Other favorites

Creative cocktails, traditional antipasti, and sweet finishes

  • Fairyfloss Martini

    The fairyfloss Martini is iconic!

    Liana Brien
  • Tiramisu

    Oh and don’t get me started on the tiramisu!

    Corina Daly
  • Bruschetta

    Loved the bruschetta, especially when it came with the smaller tomatoes too.

    J K
  • Hundreds and thousands cocktail

    the hundreds and thousands cocktail is delicious

    J K

Beyond the menu

Thoughtful hospitality and playful details that elevate bottomless celebrations and dinner gatherings

  • Hands-on Owner Hospitality

    Owner Gino maintains an active, warm floor presence, personally greeting diners with a smile, checking that service runs smoothly, and making celebratory milestones feel special.

  • Attentive Bottomless Pouring

    Bottomless brunch and dinner packages feature attentive table pacing where empty glasses are promptly replenished without needing to chase staff.

  • Playful Signature Cocktails

    The bar features whimsical, sweet creations like the signature Fairy Floss Martini and the Hundreds and Thousands cocktail alongside classic Italian spritzes.

  • Thoughtful Dietary Accommodation

    The kitchen readily accommodates personal dietary requirements and vegetarian preferences without advance notice so group events run seamlessly.

Before you head over

Practical advice on service pacing, dietary options, and timing your visit.

  • Account for Pacing During Peak Times

    When visiting during peak dinner rushes or with large groups, allow extra time between courses, as meals can take up to an hour to arrive when the venue is busy.

  • Dietary Adaptations for Set Packages

    The kitchen is flexible with food sensitivities, vegetarian preferences, and non-alcoholic drinks—even for set menus—without strict advance notice required.

  • Opt for Midday Express Options

    If you are looking for a rapid, budget-friendly meal, visit on Friday afternoons for quiet, fast service featuring pizza and pasta combos.

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