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Piccolo Roma Olympic Park

Herb Elliot Ave & Park St, Sydney Olympic Park NSW 2127, Australia

Recommended by 66 people

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Herb Elliot Ave & Park St, Sydney Olympic Park NSW 2127, Australia

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+61 2 9746 1138
HoursMonday: 5:00 – 9:00 PM Tuesday: 11:30 AM – 2:30 PM, 5:00 – 9:00 PM Wednesday: 11:30 AM – 2:30 PM, 5:00 – 9:00 PM Thursday: 11:30 AM – 2:30 PM, 5:00 – 9:00 PM Friday: 11:30 AM – 2:30 PM, 5:00 – 9:00 PM Saturday: 5:00 – 9:00 PM Sunday: Closed

*Opening hours may differ during holidays.

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About Piccolo Roma Olympic Park

Olympic Park pre-event dining without the chaos—Piccolo Roma delivers prompt, hearty Italian right before curtain call. The kitchen dials in a focused pre-show menu timed specifically for stadium crowds, moving swiftly through bowls of spicy prawn linguine and crisp-crusted pizza without cutting corners on flavour. On the floor, owner Melissa actively steers the dining room, keeping table turns prompt and the room relaxed while arena surges pack Herb Elliot Avenue outside. A glass of passion fruit spritzer and a plate of crispy calamari round out the table before you head to the turnstiles.

  • Event-Synchronized Kitchen: Curated pre-event menus synchronize with stadium and arena curtain calls to ensure diners finish on time without feeling rushed.
  • Hands-On Floor Management: Owner Melissa personally triages walk-ins and paces floor service to maintain a calm, welcoming room during heavy concert surges.
  • Standout Pastas & Starters: Signature spicy prawn linguine, linguine boscaiola, and crisp calamari highlight a dependable menu built for quick, satisfying dinners.
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What's On at Piccolo Roma Olympic Park

Upcoming events, special menus and other reasons to plan a visit.

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Why Guests Choose Piccolo Roma

Engineered for seamless pre-event dining and relaxed Italian hospitality at Sydney Olympic Park.

  • Event-Paced Dining Speed

    A tailored pre-event dining structure enables guests to enjoy a sit-down meal before arena concerts and stadium games without rushing.

    In and out really quickly, but never felt rushed.

    Nev Hughes

  • Tailored Pre-Event Menus

    The kitchen coordinates specialized menus designed specifically around stadium match and concert start times.

    The restaurant offers a special menu for multiple big events such as a concert alongside sporting events

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  • Calm Ambience Amid Stadium Rushes

    Even during peak arena crowds and high table turnover, the dining room preserves an unhurried, comfortable atmosphere.

    It had that perfect mix of energy and comfort — lively without ever feeling chaotic.

    Claudia Pontes Foti

  • Attentive Floor Service Under Pressure

    Staff remain composed, upbeat, and attentive so tables receive personal care during high-volume event nights.

    even with the how busy they were, he was relaxed, upbeat, and made us feel like we were the only table in the room.

    Irene

  • Hands-On Floor Leadership

    Active management presence on the floor triages walk-ins and oversees table pacing during major arena rushes.

    The owner was hands-on and serving guests personally is super friendly, welcoming, and genuinely passionate.

    maisie yang

  • Reliable Large Group Hospitality

    Accommodating group dining with dependable pasta and pizza options served seamlessly for corporate and team gatherings.

    We had a works dinner here for 16 people. It was a great night, with top food, lovely staff and a great family atmosphere.

    Steven Henderson

Dine on prompt, high-quality Italian favourites timed perfectly for your event.

  • Linguine Gamberi

    The sauce of the Linguine Gamberi was superb - Light but very tasty.

    Cheryl Smith

  • Gnocchi Pollo

    Gnocchi Pollo was absolutely mental. 10/10 would go back for their gnocchi again.

    Lucas

  • Spicy Prawn Linguine

    Food was fast and amazing (go for the Spicy Prawn Linguine!) and the service was efficient and friendly.

    Nev Hughes

  • Linguine Boscaiola

    Food and drinks were served efficiently and tasted delicious. We ordered the garlic bread and linguine boscaiola.

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Beyond the menu

Thoughtful hospitality and floor-level care that elevate the stadium dining experience.

  • Managerial Hospitality with Complimentary Dishes

    When a desired item was missing from the limited pre-event menu during a crowded Saturday service, the manager personally sent out complimentary crispy calamari to enhance the meal.

  • Event-Attuned Table Service

    Waitstaff make a conscious point to ask guests about their specific concert or stadium event, tailoring the pacing and conversation to their external schedule.

  • Hands-On Walk-in Accommodation during Peak Rushes

    Even during high-volume concert rushes with lines outside, the owner and management step onto the floor to personally greet, seat, and accommodate unreserved walk-ins in corner booths.

  • Curated Event Pacing Without Feeling Rushed

    Service teams proactively coordinate dining pacing before major arena and stadium events, ensuring rapid multi-course delivery without rushing guests through their dinner.

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need to book in advance on event or concert nights?

Reservations are strongly recommended on concert and match days because the dining room can book out completely. While staff do attempt to accommodate walk-ins when possible, pre-booking secures your table before stadium events.

Is there a special menu during stadium events?

Yes. On major concert and sporting event evenings, the kitchen offers a focused pre-event menu designed for quick, efficient service so guests can reach nearby stadiums like Qudos Bank Arena without feeling rushed. Note that some regular à la carte items, such as risotto, may not be available on this streamlined menu.

Are vegetarian and gluten-free dietary options available?

Yes, Piccolo Roma serves vegetarian options and staff can accommodate gluten-free diners, including offering gluten-free pasta preparations.

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