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Mark And Vinny's

g07/38-52 Waterloo St, Surry Hills NSW 2010, Australia

Recommended by 29 people

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g07/38-52 Waterloo St, Surry Hills NSW 2010, Australia

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+61 2 9007 7789
HoursMonday: 12:00 – 9:00 PM Tuesday: 12:00 – 9:00 PM Wednesday: 12:00 – 9:00 PM Thursday: 12:00 – 9:00 PM Friday: 12:00 – 9:00 PM Saturday: 12:00 – 9:00 PM Sunday: Closed

*Opening hours may differ during holidays.

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About Mark And Vinny's

Pastas infused with charcoal and spirulina meet slow-cooked ragu in Surry Hills, solving dinner for mixed crews of vegans and carnivores. An equal-opportunity Italian menu ditches afterthought greens for intentional plant-based cooking—think creamy charcoal bucatini crowned with a vegan yolk, crisp truffle polenta chips, and rich mushroom pizza sitting alongside slow-braised beef ragu. Diners often steer tables toward the outdoor terrace for sunset spritzes, scooping up savory sauces with garlic rustic bread before finishing with slices of tiramisu.

  • Dual Vegan and Omnivore Menus: Equal-weight menus ensure plant-based diners feast on rich lasagne, vegan pizza, and charcoal bucatini with vegan yolk alongside classic meat ragu.
  • Infused Novelty Pastas: Vibrant plates feature playful house doughs, including deep-black charcoal bucatini and bright green spirulina spaghetti.
  • Group Gatherings: Spacious seating and flexible group dining accommodate lively birthday gatherings and team nights with shareable starters and spritzes.
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Why Dine at Mark and Vinny's

Discover why diners choose Mark and Vinny's for inventive pastas and inclusive Italian dining.

  • Seamless Mixed-Diet Dining

    Mark and Vinny's balances a full omnivore Italian menu with thoughtfully crafted plant-based and gluten-free counterparts, ensuring mixed parties dine together seamlessly.

    We had a mix of vegans and carnivores so we had lots of questions. Our waitress was amazing at finding options and recommendations.

    seth shaw

  • Dedicated Vegan Craftsmanship

    Rather than simple vegetable sides or basic subtractions, vegan alternatives like charcoal pasta with plant-based egg yolk and house-made lasagne are treated as premier main courses.

    Where other non vegan restaurants might offer a few vegan choices as an afterthought, this was far from the case at Mark and Vinnies, where both our meals felt truly special

    Josh Attard

  • Carefree Dietary Inclusion

    Diners with restrictive gluten-free and plant-based needs experience complete inclusion, sharing authentic Italian favorites alongside companions without feeling marginalized.

    being gf and vegan it's hard to go out with a group of friends who don't have dietary requirements and this place was just perfect! I was able to eat the same foods as my friends without feeling left out.

    Reema Carmichael

  • Uplifting and Warm Atmosphere

    Guests enjoy a polished dining atmosphere elevated by friendly, attentive hospitality that leaves parties enthusiastic to recommend the space.

    Staff were 10/10. Super polite and fun. Food was incredible and fresh. Atmosphere was also great. All together made for a special, memorable birthday night

    john allen-edwards

  • Playful Signature Pasta Innovations

    House-infused pasta doughs like vibrant spirulina spaghetti and smoky charcoal bucatini deliver unexpected visual appeal backed by serious culinary execution.

    This place doesn’t just serve pasta. It gives you an experience. It reminds you that food can be playful and still be elite.

    Marc Casis

  • Unconventional Flavour Combinations

    Smoky charcoal noodles paired with velvety sauces offer a distinctive texture and depth not found in conventional Italian trattorias.

    The charcoal pasta was absolutely amazing, the texture was chewy and fragrant, and the smoky flavour in the sauce was just right. It’s a unique taste I haven’t found in other restaurants

    swang fang

Signature house-made pastas and plant-based showstoppers

  • Charcoal bucatini

    Big shout out to the vegan lasagna and the charcoal bucatini!

    Samantha Yan

  • Ragu pasta

    The pork shoulder ragu was absolutely delicious – rich and full of flavour

    Ramon Sá

  • Vegan lasagne

    The most amazing vegan lasagne I’ve ever had!

    Luis

  • Spirulina spaghetti

    This thing was the star of the show. Texture was on point, sauce clung to it perfectly, flavour was clean and balanced.

    Marc Casis

Other favorites

Starters and craft spritzes designed for sharing

  • Polenta chips

    truffle polenta chips which were assembled in a Jenga style

    Ganesh R

  • Arancini

    The arancini entrée was rich and delicious, highly recommend it.

    swang fang

  • Zucchini flowers

    The food was INSANELY good especially the zucchini flowers.

    Sophie Parawa

  • Spritz drinks

    Fantastic spritz drinks also so delicious, well decorated and served sustainably with metal straws.

    Luis

Beyond the menu

Distinctive hospitality touches and thoughtful dining gestures that elevate the Mark and Vinny's experience

  • Chef-Led Welcome Past Closing Hours

    When guests arrived while the restaurant was closed, chef Yogesh personally seated them and went out of his way to prepare a full meal including beef ragu and fresh stracciatella.

  • Warm Host Reception by Vince

    Diners entering the Surry Hills dining room are welcomed with genuine personal warmth by co-owner Vince, setting an immediate friendly tone for the evening.

  • Bespoke Dietary Customization

    The kitchen team actively accommodates complex, layered dietary restrictions upon advance request, ensuring zero garlic, zero onion, gluten-free, and vegan requirements are met across the menu.

  • Sustainable Metal Straw Serves

    Cocktails and spritzes are thoughtfully finished with decorative presentation and served sustainably with metal straws rather than disposable plastics.

Before you head over

Practical advice on navigating dietary options, ordering portions, and pairing inventive pastas.

  • Ordering for Mixed Dietary Groups

    The kitchen provides a dual menu with clearly labelled vegan, vegetarian, and gluten-free adaptations—including housemade vegan lasagne, vegan pizza, and charcoal bucatini—making it straightforward to order for omnivores and plant-based diners side by side.

  • Order Starters to Share

    Main pasta portions are refined and moderate, so consider starting with shareable entrées like arancini, zucchini pumpkin flowers, or garlic rustic bread to ensure everyone leaves satisfied.

  • Pair Novelty Pastas with Spritzes

    While novel dishes like charcoal bucatini and spirulina spaghetti are signature highlights, pair them with the venue's extensive spritz or cocktail list, or ask attentive floor staff for pairing guidance.

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