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Pepito's Marrickville

276 Illawarra Rd, Marrickville NSW 2204, Australia

Recommended by 34 people

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Find Pepito's Marrickville

276 Illawarra Rd, Marrickville NSW 2204, Australia

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+61 2 8668 5479
HoursMonday: Closed Tuesday: 5:00 – 10:00 PM Wednesday: 5:00 – 10:00 PM Thursday: 5:00 – 10:00 PM Friday: 5:00 – 11:00 PM Saturday: 5:00 – 11:00 PM Sunday: Closed

*Opening hours may differ during holidays.

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About Pepito's Marrickville

This buzzing Marrickville taberna channels coastal Peru through punchy pisco sours and vibrant small plates. The space pairs raw brick and 90s posters with rock beats and an easy counter buzz. Regulars lean into citrus-bright ceviche and rich leche de tigre, before moving to warm scallops and beef corazón skewers kissed by the grill.

  • Peruvian taberna plates: Fresh ceviche, leche de tigre, causa, and grilled beef corazón skewers alongside classic pisco sours.
  • Lively industrial vibe: Raw brick walls dressed in 90s pop culture posters backed by an upbeat rock soundtrack and counter seating.
  • Curated set menu: A shared progression featuring scallops, sliders, skewers, and rich duck rice suited for casual celebrations.
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What's On at Pepito's Marrickville

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Why Choose Pepito's Marrickville

Why Marrickville locals and culinary explorers choose Pepito's Taberna.

  • Vibrant Taberna Flavours

    Crisp ceviche, zesty leche de tigre, and savoury sanguches deliver distinctive Peruvian profiles paired with house cocktails.

    The best Peruvian food I've had in Sydney! So flavourful, so delicious!

    Anaëlle Medioni

  • Benchmark Pisco Cocktails

    Balanced pisco sours complement traditional coastal seafood and share plates across every service.

    The pisco sours are the best I’ve had outside of Chile or Peru.

    Stewart Bell

  • Transporting Nostalgia

    Authentic culinary details evoke vivid memories of coastal Lima and nostalgic travels across Peru.

    Every bite hit my senses that brought me back to my days in Lima, Peru.

    Todd Ciot

  • Welcomed Like Family

    Warm hosts and personal guidance create an intimate environment where diners feel immediately welcomed.

    It felt like I was welcomed into someone's home.

    Dorene Sh

  • Effortless Set Menu Journey

    Curated multi-course set menus provide an effortless progression of dishes suited for date nights and celebrations.

    honestly the best dinner out we have had in a long time. Amazing food, great service. We will be back thanks for a great date night

    Gaye Ryberg

  • Punk-Tinged Industrial Energy

    A casual bar lined with 90s pop posters and upbeat tunes invites patrons to drop in for tapas and drinks.

    Have a little punk rock side with your tapas and pisco sours.

    Lisha bright

Most popular authentic dishes ordered by guests

  • Ceviche

    The Ceviche is phenomenal. So fresh I had to drink the sauce left on the plate.

    Brodie Willard

  • Scallops

    And the Scallops were melt in your mouth incredible, buttery goodness.

    Brodie Willard

  • Halloumi Sliders

    Don't sleep on the Haloumi Slider. Such a unique menu item. Simple balanced flavours.

    Brodie Willard

  • Leche de Tigre

    Leche de tigre was super well seasoned

    Christine Uhlig

Other favorites

Signature drinks, specialties, and traditional desserts

  • Pisco Sours

    The pisco sours are the best I’ve had outside of Chile or Peru.

    Stewart Bell

  • Tres Leches

    tres leches was WOW!

    Christine Uhlig

  • Duck Rice

    The duck rice was rich and delicious too.

    Hayley L

  • Peruvian Ice Cream

    Peruvian ice cream ⭐️

    Alina

Beyond the menu

Thoughtful hospitality touches that elevate the Peruvian taberna experience.

  • Cultural & Language Guidance

    Staff take time to share their personal favorite dishes and teach guests the pronunciation of traditional Peruvian culinary terms.

  • Origin Story Introductions

    Guests dining at the bar receive a personal introduction to the restaurant's origin story and culinary roots from the team.

  • Punk Rock & 90s Taberna Vibe

    The raw industrial brick interior features 90s pop culture posters and curated punk rock music on Wednesday nights.

  • Celebration Set-Menu Sweet Finish

    Guests ordering the set menu for special occasions receive the signature 2 leches dessert offered at a reduced price.

Frequently Asked Questions

What dishes are most recommended to order?

Guests frequently recommend starting with the fresh ceviche, leche de tigre, or scallops a la parmesana, followed by skewers (anticuchos) and halloumi or pork sliders (sanguches). Larger dishes like the duck and rice are also favorites.

Is there a set menu option?

Yes, Pepito's offers a set menu option, which reviewers highlight as a great way to sample an array of signature dishes like scallops, skewers, and sliders for date nights and celebrations. Desserts can often be added.

How are the portion sizes structured?

Portions are tapas-style share plates designed for grazing and tasting. If you are looking for more filling options to round out lighter ceviches and skewers, guests recommend ordering the sanguches (sliders) or rice dishes.

Can you visit casually just for drinks and bar snacks?

Pepito's features a lively bar area where patrons frequently drop in for house pisco sours, wine, or beer alongside small bites without committing to a full dining table. Table reservations are also accepted.

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