Restaurant
Pino Vino e Cucina Alexandria
199 Lawrence St, Alexandria NSW 2015, Australia
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199 Lawrence St, Alexandria NSW 2015, Australia
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Tucked away on Lawrence Street, this moody enoteca delivers unhurried Italian hospitality beneath exposed brick and candlelight. Waiters take orders strictly from memory—and hang your jacket at the door—while the kitchen turns out tender beef ragù and handmade mafaldine. Solo walk-ins grab counter seats at the bar for fresh burrata and an Etna red before finishing with a slice of classic tiramisu.
- Old-school table service: Servers check coats at the door, memorize orders without tablets, and pace courses without rushing your table.
- Full-service bar counter: Solo walk-ins can skip reservations at the dining room tables to order handmade pasta and wine specials directly from the bar.
- Candlelit brick enoteca: A dimly lit dining room set with rustic brickwork, warm timber accents, and flickering candles sets an intimate mood.
What's On at Pino Vino e Cucina Alexandria
Upcoming events, special menus and other reasons to plan a visit.
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Reasons to Choose Pino Vino e Cucina
Why diners choose Pino Vino e Cucina for date nights, spontaneous visits, and classic Italian hospitality
Rustic Brick and Timber Ambiance
Dining guests experience an intimate, softly lit setting defined by exposed rustic brick and warm timber accents.
The warm, inviting ambiance, with its old brick walls and rich timber accents, made me feel instantly at home.
DowningDownUnder Intimate Setting for Date Nights
The dining room pairs candlelight with an unhurried pace, creating an ideal setting for romantic evenings and dates.
Loved the ambience romantic and intimate.
M L Chivalrous, High-Touch Service
Floor staff deliver classic hospitality, checking coats on arrival and memorizing entire table orders without digital pads.
To have had my jacket to be hung up and helped to be put back on, it’s chivalrous indeed!
Natasha Unhurried Care and Attentiveness
Attentive front-of-house staff ensure diners never feel rushed, giving tables ample room to converse and savor their evening.
we never felt interrupted (we find too common at other restaurants where we feel rushed)
Natasha Spontaneous Walk-In Bar Dining
Solo diners and walk-ins can drop in spontaneously without reservations to enjoy full meals and wine at the bar counter.
Went on a Sunday afternoon alone 1:30pm, no booking required. Nice bar and small restaurant with a great vibe.
Nima B Dedicated Bar-Side Hospitality
Bar seating provides dedicated attention and beverage recommendations from bar staff throughout the meal.
I was sitting at the bar, so the person in charge of this part asked me what I needed from time to time.
Kathy Zhao (Kathy)
Most popular items
Guest favorites spanning handmade pasta and traditional Italian starters.
Burrata salad
The buratta salad came promptly and it was delicious.
Nima B Malfadine with pesto and pork sausage
The malfadine with pesto and pork sausage was one of the best pastas I’ve ever had in my life, and my partner very much enjoyed the risotto.
Candice Roberts Zucchini flowers
In particular, I highly recommend the zucchini flowers, which were outstanding and among the highlights of the meal.
Sibi Bakthavachalam Radiatori white duck ragu
The food was delicious, and in particular I recommend the burrata/focaccia, radiatori white duck ragu, tiramisu and panna cotta.
Chelsea
Other favorites
Decadent desserts and classic Italian aperitifs to complement your dining experience.
Tiramisu
Tiramisu, as classic as it gets. No frills, just good and classic to close off a good meal.
Natasha Affogato
I finished the night with a decadent affogato topped with a double shot of Frangelico – the perfect ending to a perfect meal.
DowningDownUnder Salted caramel semifreddo
What impressed me most was the Salted caramel semifreddo (crispy caramel), which is not greasy and sweet, perfect after eating a large portion of steak.
Zixi Yi Negroni
Food and drinks were fantastic. Ordered the set menu (delicious) and a glass of negroni (refreshing).
M L
Beyond the menu
Distinctive hospitality details that elevate the dining experience.
Chivalrous Coat Service
Front-of-house staff offer to take and hang your coat upon arrival and assist you back into it at departure.
Memory-Based Order Taking
Waitstaff take table orders completely from memory without writing notes or relying on handheld digital tablets.
Dedicated Bar-Side Hospitality
Bar staff provide attentive, dedicated full-service dining and periodic check-ins directly at the bar counter for walk-in guests.
Thoughtful Celebration & Walk-in Accommodations
Attentive staff provide thoughtful milestone touches, including reserving sought-after desserts like tiramisu for walk-in diners and giving special care to celebratory guests.
Before you head over
Planning tips on seating, signature dishes, and group dining
Reserve Ahead or Drop In at the Bar
For peak dinner services or celebratory weekends, make an advance table booking, or opt for walk-in seating directly at the bar counter if visiting spontaneously.
Secure Signature Dishes Early
Popular menu staples like the classic tiramisu and steak cuts can sell out during busy evenings; consider reserving popular desserts early in your meal.
Double Up Portions for Larger Groups
When dining with parties of six or more, note that standard pasta and main portions are sized for individual or couple dining; order duplicate dishes to share comfortably across the table.
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