Restaurant
Grappa Leichhardt
1/267-277 Norton St, Leichhardt NSW 2040, Australia
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1/267-277 Norton St, Leichhardt NSW 2040, Australia
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Past the plain City West Link exterior, this Norton Street dining room runs on pure momentum. Pasta devotees head straight for the crab spaghettini, served strictly al dente. Prawn pizzas emerge blistered from the wood oven. Tables load up on burrata paired with 'nduja, kingfish tartare, and pours from a deep Italian cellar—with Saturday lunch welcoming BYO bottles. Families settle in over bunny-shaped pizzas for the kids, while celebration tables finish on squares of house tiramisu.
- Signature Crab Pasta: Cooked strictly al dente with generous portions of sweet meat, anchoring the kitchen's pasta reputation.
- Wood-Fired Pizzas: Pies blistered in the wood oven, alongside family-friendly touches like custom bunny-shaped dough for children.
- Saturday Lunch BYO: A robust Italian cellar paired with a customer-friendly policy permitting bring-your-own bottles during Saturday lunch.
- On-Site Underground Parking: Dedicated subterranean parking removes the friction of parking along busy Norton Street.
What's On at Grappa Leichhardt
Upcoming events, special menus and other reasons to plan a visit.
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Why Diners Choose Grappa Leichhardt
Authentic hospitality, wood-fired craftsmanship, and family-friendly dining on Norton Street
Dependable Celebration Hosting
Milestone events from christenings to major birthdays are anchored by polished hospitality and consistent, high-standard Italian execution that hosts can trust with their guests.
I have had so many celebrations from birthdays to christening and holy communion, and they have never let me down when it comes to their food and customer service.
Juliette Mum Sons Foodie Dedicated Birthday Attention
Front-of-house staff tailor the dining experience for commemorative evenings with attentive personal recognition and coordinated pacing across every course.
The team went above and beyond to make my birthday feel celebrated, which meant so much.
Christina L Thoughtful Family Accommodations
Family dinners with young diners run seamlessly thanks to accommodating indoor seating transitions and custom bunny-shaped children's pizzas.
A nice touch was the kid’s pizza, which came in a bunny-face shape — very cute and thoughtful for children.
Annie Tan On-Site Underground Parking
Inner-west arrival logistics are made friction-free through dedicated subterranean parking on premises, paired with a spacious layout that seats large parties easily.
There is underground parking, the service is prompt and friendly and the restaurant is large so it can seat larger groups comfortably.
W H Wood-Fired Oven Theatrics
Paddles at the wood-fired oven and the calm command of the kitchen bar provide visual theatre as blistered crusts and charred seafood are fired to order.
I’d seen the open kitchen was busy with the paddle and the woodfired oven.
Toby Buzzing Norton Street Energy
Packed services hum with a classic Italian dining hall energy, bringing together neighborhood regulars, multi-generational families, and lively weekend tables.
We came for dinner on a packed Saturday night—full of locals and families—and the atmosphere was buzzing which is a good sign!
Honest reviews Syd
Most popular items
Customer favorites and standout specialties at Grappa Leichhardt
Crab Pasta
The standout was the crab pasta — beautifully cooked, well-balanced in flavour, and with a portion size that felt just right.
Annie Tan Tiramisu
Oh and as a self-appointed tiramisu expert, that was a winner!
Sonja Khot Coconut Soufflé
The coconut and vanilla soufflé with dark chocolate sorbetto was incredible
Daniela Romeo Stuffed Zucchini Flowers
We started with the stuffed zucchini flowers and seafood scallops—beautifully balanced with subtle Asian flavours.
Honest reviews Syd
Other favorites
Thoughtful dining perks, family touches, and sweet finishes
Bunny-Face Kid's Pizza
A nice touch was the kid’s pizza, which came in a bunny-face shape — very cute and thoughtful for children.
Annie Tan Underground Parking
There is underground parking, the service is prompt and friendly and the restaurant is large so it can seat larger groups comfortably.
W H Saturday Lunch BYO
Not only that but they accept BYO on a Saturday lunch and the total bill was completely reasonable.
Angela Scarfone Affogato with Honeycomb
A treat, affogato with honeycomb. Creamy vanilla gelato made this the classic cross between a dessert and coffee, but here with that added caramel crunch.
Toby
Beyond the menu
Thoughtful hospitality touches that elevate milestone dinners and family gatherings
Bunny-Shaped Kids' Pizza
Children's pizzas are crafted into novelty bunny faces, adding a thoughtful, memorable presentation for visiting families.
Saturday Lunch BYO
Guests can bring their own wine during Saturday lunch services, allowing celebratory groups to pair personal vintages with their meal.
Complimentary House Bread
Tables are greeted with house-made bread served with olive oil and balsamic vinegar as a welcoming complimentary starter.
Personal Owner Check-Ins
The owner regularly visits tables in the dining room to personally greet guests and check on their dining experience.
Before you head over
Helpful advice to make your visit run smoothly
Use On-Site Underground Parking
Avoid street-parking congestion along Norton Street by using the restaurant's dedicated underground parking facility.
Take Advantage of Saturday Lunch BYO
If you want to bring your own special bottle for a celebratory meal, book during Saturday lunch when BYO wine is accepted.
Ask for the Bunny-Shaped Kids' Pizza
When visiting with younger children, order the dedicated kids' pizza, which the kitchen bakes into a playful bunny-face shape.
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