Restaurant
Paski Vineria Popolare
239 Oxford St, Darlinghurst NSW 2010, Australia
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239 Oxford St, Darlinghurst NSW 2010, Australia
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Darlinghurst’s dual-level enoteca pairs a fast-paced downstairs wine bar with an intimate open-kitchen dining room upstairs. Ground floor draws walk-ins dropping by for bar snacks and pours from a massive cellar of artisan bottles. Up top, chefs cook regional plates just paces from your seat. Regulars lean on the crew for spontaneous late-evening counter spots and spot-on pours—from Etna reds to crisp northern whites—paired with crab pasta, braised ragù, and warm tiramisu.
- Dual-Level Concept: A casual, lively wine bar downstairs accommodates quick walk-in bites, while the cozy upstairs dining room features an open kitchen and dedicated menu.
- 400-Bottle Cellar: Explore a curated collection of over 400 natural and artisan bottles, open for dining in or taking home.
- Warm Walk-in Hospitality: Hosts and kitchen staff seamlessly welcome solo diners and late-evening walk-ins with thoughtful wine pairings.
What's On at Paski Vineria Popolare
Upcoming events, special menus and other reasons to plan a visit.
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Why Dine at Paski Vineria Popolare
Discover what makes Paski Vineria Popolare a standout destination for regional Italian dining and natural wine
Extensive Cellar of Over 400 Natural Bottles
Curated by Giorgio De Maria, the cellar boasts over 400 bottles of natural and artisanal drops displayed along the walls, available both to drink upstairs or downstairs and to take home.
Giorgio De Maria’s astounding collection of wines is all available in the bar and Restaurant upstairs. Over 400 different bottles he told me last night.
Eat Sydney Attentive, Expert Wine Pairing Guidance
A thirty-page beverage list invites deep discovery, guided seamlessly by passionate, knowledgeable servers who match distinctive pours to every dish.
Staff are so damn down to earth and attentive. A thirty page beverage menu for the liquid geeks.
Edina Pinjic Dual-Level Wine Bar and Intimate Dining Room
The split layout pairs a vibrant ground-floor wine bar serving snacks and drinks with a cozy, open-kitchen dining room upstairs for quieter seated dinners.
Upstairs area is intimate with a few tables, chefs cooking nearby.
Pauline Malcouronne Spontaneous Walk-Ins and Late-Night Bites
Whether dropping in spontaneously for late-evening pasta or enjoying afternoon aperitivo snacks, the venue welcomes walk-in guests with prompt, attentive hospitality.
Amazing restaurant open till late night, saved my life to look for food at late evening!
Hong Heee Tan (Jim) Dedicated Regional Italian Tasting Nights
The monthly Lunedi Regionale showcase highlights traditional dishes and culinary customs from distinct parts of Italy, creating an immersive cultural tasting journey.
Once a month on a selected Monday they showcase a specific region of Italy with their Lunedi Regionale series. It’s like being in a food museum for the night, learning about what shapes food culture for a certain part of Italy.
David McCarthy Transportive Regional Italian Cooking
Dishes made with authentic recipes and premium ingredients deliver genuine flavors that transport diners directly to the Italian countryside and family tables.
As an Italian I can firmly say the food really take you back to Italy.
Maria Grazia Mercurio
Most popular items
Guest favorites and authentic regional Italian dishes paired with natural wines
Tiramisu
Paski made our wedding tiramisu/cake and it was absolutely incredible.
Brendan Hord Spaghetti alla busara
The spaghetti alla busara with scampi and pipies and their signature dish, Smoked pappala with rice cracker were delicious.
E Teo Burrata
We are the burrata entree, and truffle tortellini main.
Leisl Tapioca & asiago fritti
My favourite was the Tapioca & asiago fritti, chestnut honey thing. I had seconds
Edina Pinjic
Beyond the menu
Thoughtful touches and hospitality details that define the dining experience at Paski Vineria Popolare
Regional Italian Exploration Evenings
Monthly 'Lunedi Regionale' dinners dedicate an entire evening to a specific Italian region, guiding diners through traditional culinary heritage with dishes like galina in saor and ox tongue.
Retail Cellar to Table or Takeaway
Guests can browse over 400 natural and artisanal bottles displayed throughout the venue to drink on-site or purchase directly to take home.
Open Kitchen Seating Upstairs
The upstairs dining area offers an intimate room with a few tables placed right beside the open kitchen where chefs prepare dishes nearby.
Aperitivo and Salatino Service
An early-evening 'salatino hour' offers walk-in guests puff pastry canapés and house aperitivi like the Sicilian in Tokyo fizz before main dinner service.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between dining downstairs and upstairs?
Paski features a split layout with different dining styles: downstairs operates as a lively wine bar serving small plates and snacks, while upstairs offers a more intimate restaurant setting with open cooking and a dedicated menu.
Do I need a reservation to visit?
Yes, upstairs dining accepts reservations, while the downstairs wine bar frequently accommodates walk-ins, including solo diners and early drinks.
Is late-night dining available?
Yes, the venue is open until 12:00 AM Monday through Saturday (closed Sundays), offering late evening food and drinks.
What should I know about the wine selection?
The restaurant highlights an extensive collection of over 400 natural and artisanal wines, which staff can pair with your meal or prepare for retail purchase to take home.
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