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Marina Lunga

367 Darling St, Balmain NSW 2041, Australia

Recommended by 63 people

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Find Marina Lunga

367 Darling St, Balmain NSW 2041, Australia

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+61 2 9810 0292
HoursMonday: 5:30 – 9:00 PM Tuesday: 5:30 – 9:30 PM Wednesday: 5:30 – 9:30 PM Thursday: 5:30 – 9:30 PM Friday: 5:30 – 9:30 PM Saturday: 5:30 – 9:30 PM Sunday: 5:30 – 9:30 PM

*Opening hours may differ during holidays.

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About Marina Lunga

Crisp wood-fired pizzas and saucy handmade pastas anchor this relaxed Darling Street dining room. Tables fill with regulars sharing blistered carne pies, bowls of gnocchi, and bubbling wood-fired lasagne straight from the oven. Rather than relying on generic kids' fry-ups, the kitchen plates scaled-down portions of regular menu pastas and pizzas for younger diners, while dedicated vegan and gluten-free menus ensure mixed groups eat together without compromise. Generous slices of classic tiramisu arrive dusted with cocoa to round out the spread.

  • Scaled-Down Mains for Kids: Children receive downscaled portions of the main menu's pasta and pizza rather than nuggets and chips.
  • Dedicated Vegan & Gluten-Free Menus: A substantial dedicated vegan selection and gluten-free alternatives sit alongside classic trattoria fare.
  • Wood-Fired Trattoria Staples: Wood-fired lasagne, potato gnocchi, and blistered pizzas come out hot and briskly served.
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Why Dine at Marina Lunga

Traditional wood-fired Italian classics, inclusive menus, and hospitable neighborhood dining in Balmain

  • Traditional Wood-Fired Pizza & Pasta

    Authentic wood-fired pizzas feature crispy crusts and balanced toppings, paired alongside rich homemade pasta dishes.

    The food was absolutely delicious especially the wood-fired pizza and the gnocchi.

    Emma

  • Extensive Vegan & Gluten-Free Choices

    Diners can reliably accommodate diverse dietary needs with dedicated vegan menus and gluten-free choices that retain classic flavor.

    We took our friends who are vegan because they have a substantial vegan menu.

    Lauren Chaitow

  • Real Italian Portions for Kids

    Instead of standard fried chicken nuggets and fries, children receive properly portioned authentic adult dishes.

    The kids meals were just smaller versions of the adults meal (not just nuggets and chips) which is something I really appreciate.

    Joel English

  • Family-Friendly Neighborhood Gathering

    Generous servings and kid-approved traditional pastas ensure seamless, relaxed family gatherings where all ages dine happily.

    The kids absolutely loved it, and my niece even said it was the best lasagne she’s ever had.

    Robert Fung

  • Welcoming & Uplifting Atmosphere

    Warm, attentive hosts create an uplifting, easygoing atmosphere that leaves guests feeling cheerful and appreciated.

    Great atmosphere that left my whole group feeling cheerful and satisfied.

    Joel English

  • Stress-Free Dietary Hospitality

    Catering to special gluten-free requirements is handled smoothly and attentively by staff, giving guests complete peace of mind.

    Staff were accomodating and lovely, menu choices were fantastic, especially catering to Gluten Free needs.

    Shontelle Aurisch

Customer-favorite wood-fired pizzas and comforting pasta dishes

  • Wood-Fired Lasagne

    The wood fired lasagne was hands down one of the best we've ever tasted.

    Kerbray

  • Gnocchi

    The food was absolutely delicious especially the wood-fired pizza and the gnocchi.

    Emma

  • Carne Pizza

    We had the Carne and the Mexicana pizza. These were both delicious.

    Kendra de Vos

  • Mexicana Pizza

    The mexicana was quite spicy, which we both enjoyed very much so.

    Kendra de Vos

Other favorites

Sweet treats and classic Italian desserts to complete your meal

  • Tiramisu

    We also ordered the tiramisu which was a very big portion, if you have space, we recommend.

    Kendra de Vos

  • Lemon Sorbet

    The lemon sorbet was pretty top-tier too.

    Joel English

  • Nutella Pizza

    Tonight I enjoyed the Garlic Prawn with fettuccine, a glass of yummy vino and the Nutella pizza for dessert.

    Erica Vanlee

  • Ice Cream

    The food as always was amazing and the ice cream was out of this world!

    British Flower

Before you head over

Helpful planning tips for your visit to Marina Lunga in Balmain

  • Take Advantage of Dedicated Dietary Menus

    If dining with vegan guests or those requiring gluten-free options, explore the substantial dedicated selections across pastas and pizzas rather than settling for basic modifications.

  • Order Authentic Scaled Portions for Kids

    Families can skip standard fast-food nuggets; kids can enjoy proper, wholesome Italian dishes served as scaled-down portions of regular adult menu items.

  • Plan to Share Generous Portions

    Portions across pastas, pizzas, and desserts like tiramisu are generously sized, making sharing ideal if you want to sample multiple dishes without over-ordering.

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