Restaurant
Primi Italian
168 Clarence St, Sydney NSW 2000, Australia
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168 Clarence St, Sydney NSW 2000, Australia
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Right on Clarence Street, Primi Italian delivers high-tempo city dining wrapped in genuine Italian warmth. Diners mark milestones over crisp zucchini flowers and rich chef’s special lobster pasta, while floor staff handle everything from quick pre-theater dinners to big family tables. Mention an anniversary or birthday and the team often breaks out in song, delivering a celebratory slice of tiramisu on the house. At the buzzing bar section, walk-ins order up front and tuck into hearty wagyu ragu, followed by a caramel espresso martini.
- Standout Italian Fare: Crowds return for crisp stuffed zucchini flowers, house-made pastas like the lobster special, and hearty ragus.
- Milestone Hospitality: Floor staff turn birthdays and anniversaries into celebrations with team singing and complimentary tiramisu or dessert.
- High-Tempo Dining Options: A split-level setup offers energetic communal dining upstairs and quick counter-order plates in the lively front bar.
What's On at Primi Italian
Upcoming events, special menus and other reasons to plan a visit.
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Why Dine at Primi Italian
Discover why diners choose Primi Italian for milestone celebrations, lively gatherings, and swift city meals.
Spontaneous Milestone Celebrations
Staff regularly celebrate milestone guests with spontaneous team birthday singing and complimentary treats like tiramisu or pudding.
They even surprised me by singing "Happy Birthday" and treated me to a complimentary dessert, which made the celebration even more special.
Oni kaleti Personalized Hospitality for Special Occasions
Attentive front-of-house staff make anniversaries and milestone dinners feel warm, memorable, and personalized.
They were friendly, attentive, and made us feel very welcome throughout the evening.
nuch jira Thoughtful Surprise Gestures
Unexpected celebratory desserts create lasting memories for guests celebrating birthdays and honeymoons.
The biggest surprise was when they brought out a complimentary tiramisu for my friend's birthday.
Naomi Priatna Reassuring Care for Dietary Requirements
Proactive kitchen communication ensures guests with allergies and special dietary needs feel completely at ease.
They took the time to double check everything with Chef and made us feel very confident that indeed his food was safe
Brian Williamson Swift Service for Time-Sensitive Diners
High-tempo kitchen execution and prompt floor service make early dinner sittings and pre-event dining seamless.
Food and drinks came out seamlessly and timely and service was constant quick and polite.
Samuel Eyitayo Flexible Walk-In Bar Dining
A dedicated high-energy bar area offers walk-in counter ordering and immediate payment without requiring reservations.
At this section you order from the front restaurant section, pay as you would pay when you get your drinks at a bar, and sit back to wait for your food and drinks.
Lætitia Antiochensis
Most popular items
Guest-favorite savory mains and antipasti across gatherings and celebrations
Zucchini flowers
Food was phenomenal! I love the rib eye with mushroom sauce and zucchini flowers.
Migi Miller Seafood pizza
The seafood pizza here was absolutely phenomenal! It was incredibly fresh and loaded with a generous amount of seafood. Pairing it with a cold beer was pure perfection.
류재희 Fried calamari
The fried calamari was a standout for me, especially with the subtle addition of fresh lemon and the perfectly placed garnish.
Lina Meier Squid ink spaghetti
Never thought my kids would enjoy squid ink spaghetti but this special was outstanding.
Alysia Norris
Other favorites
Desserts and specialty beverages enhancing milestone and evening dining
Tiramisu
The biggest surprise was when they brought out a complimentary tiramisu for my friend's birthday. We hadn't even mentioned it, so it was such a thoughtful and memorable gesture.
Naomi Priatna Caramel Espresso Martini
They can definitely make a great cocktail & especially the Caramel Espresso Martini, which was absolutely delicious!
Oni kaleti Old Fashioned
The Old Fashioned was honestly one of the best cocktails I've had in Sydney. Perfectly made and incredibly enjoyable.
Naomi Priatna Complimentary pudding
When we mentioned we were on our honeymoon, they unexpectedly surprised us with a complimentary pudding! It was such a sweet and heartwarming gesture.
류재희
Beyond the menu
Thoughtful hospitable gestures that make dining in the city feel personal and memorable
Spontaneous Birthday Chorus & Dessert
When celebrating birthdays, the front-of-house team gathers to sing Happy Birthday and surprises guests with a complimentary dessert to celebrate their milestone.
Surprise Milestone Desserts
Guests celebrating special occasions like honeymoons are treated to unexpected house-made desserts, such as complimentary pudding or tiramisu presented directly to the table.
Kitchen Allergy Verification
Floor staff consult directly with the kitchen to verify allergen safety for sensitive diners, ensuring ingredients are double-checked with the chef prior to serving.
Table-Side Parmesan & Chilli Oil Accents
Diners seated for quick visits or casual meals are provided with complimentary freshly grated Parmesan at the table alongside house chilli oil.
Before you head over
Practical advice on entry policies, walk-in bar seating, and milestone dining.
Have Photo ID Ready at Entry
Carry a physical form of identification upon arrival, as staff routinely scan patron ID before seating guests across the dining levels.
Opt for Bar Seating Without Reservations
If visiting without a prior table booking on busy weekend evenings, request seating in the high-energy bar section where you can order and pay at the counter.
Mention Milestone Celebrations When Dining
If dining for a milestone occasion like a birthday, anniversary, or honeymoon, let the floor team know in advance to experience their celebratory singing and dessert surprises.
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