Mate's Table
Subscribe
Create
Share with the community

What would you like to make?

Add a recommendationShare a place worth gathering around.Create a guideBuild a useful list for your city.
For business

Restaurant

Sala

Lower Deck, 26-32, Jones Bay Wharf, Suite 62/64 Pirrama Rd, Pyrmont NSW 2009, Australia

Recommended by 32 people

Updated

Find Sala

Lower Deck, 26-32, Jones Bay Wharf, Suite 62/64 Pirrama Rd, Pyrmont NSW 2009, Australia

Directions ↗
+61 2 8379 8988
HoursMonday: Closed Tuesday: Closed Wednesday: 12:00 – 10:00 PM Thursday: 12:00 – 10:00 PM Friday: 12:00 – 10:00 PM Saturday: 12:00 – 10:00 PM Sunday: 12:00 – 4:00 PM

*Opening hours may differ during holidays.

Book Now

About Sala

Set right on the water at Jones Bay Wharf, Sala pairs sweeping Sydney Harbour views with Italian dining that skips the fine-dining stiffness. Regulars point to head chef Danny Russo making the rounds on the floor—narrating the dry-aging process for Australian seafood or advising on how citrus shifts the flavour of sliced raw kingfish. Tables share confit duck pasta, Murray cod with mushroom sauce, and crab tortellini, while doorstep valet makes pulling up to the wharf completely painless. The meal wraps up over buffalo ricotta cheesecake beside boats drifting past the glass.

  • Chef-Led Crudo & Dry-Aging: Head chef Danny Russo explains dry-aging cuts from the on-site dedicated fish fridge directly at your table.
  • Sydney Harbour Setting: Waterside tables take in boats cruising Pyrmont with relaxed, attentive hospitality that feels like home.
  • Wharfside Valet Arrival: Doorstep valet parking at the end of Jones Bay Wharf eliminates the usual Pyrmont parking shuffle.
RestaurantItalianRestaurant

What's On at Sala

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

No events or specials listed right now.

Why Guests Choose Sala

Exceptional Italian hospitality, chef engagement, and seamless celebrations at Jones Bay Wharf

  • Chef-Guided Crudo & Storytelling

    Chef Danny Russo personally visits tables to explain dry-aging techniques, ingredient provenance, and tailored tasting approaches like sampling crudo with and without lemon.

    Chef Danny explained the dry-ageing process and explained the restaurant's on-site dry-ageing fridge, something I had never heard of before for fish.

    Annalisa Brimo

  • Intimate Floor Hospitality

    Even during busy services, the head chef regularly steps out into the dining room to connect with parties and celebrate seasonal cooking.

    even the chef came out to welcome us and I noticed he did this for nearly all the groups of diners and I thought that was a lovely gesture and something you do not normally see.

    Emman Boh

  • Down-to-Earth Fine Dining Care

    High-end waterfront dining is delivered with genuine warmth and attentiveness, completely free of aloof pretension.

    every single person we encountered was very kind and down to earth, none of that silly snooty behaviour some fine dining establishments can exude.

    Jasmine

  • Familial Warmth for Significant Occasions

    From the warm greeting through post-event follow-up, the team treats guests with genuine familial hospitality that removes event stress.

    It felt less like a venue and more like walking into the home of a family member, where we were made to feel completely at ease and welcome.

    Alex T

  • Celebrated Milestone Gatherings

    Milestone birthday parties and celebrations are elevated by shared menus and pacing designed around easy conversation.

    From the bright, seasonally driven starters to the elegant, communal final courses and a personal visit from Chef Russo, every element was crafted to feel intimate yet luxurious.

    Natski

  • Flawless Wedding Receptions

    Dedicated event coordination and seamless front-of-house execution deliver stress-free, highly praised wedding receptions.

    His professionalism, warmth, and attention to detail made us feel at ease and ensured the night ran seamlessly.

    mikayla Jothy

Signature seafood and handmade pasta dishes

  • Australian Simply Crudo

    The standout dish for me was the Australian Simply Crudo selection. Chef Danny explained the dry-ageing process and explained the restaurant's on-site dry-ageing fridge, something I had never heard of before for fish. The dish was exceptional and I could happily have eaten it multiple times over.

    Annalisa Brimo

  • Coral Trout Crudo

    For starters we had the Coral Trout Crudo, the Calamari and the Burrata with Nduja. All dishes were amazing and I'm putting it out there, this is the best fish crudo and Burrata dishes you will taste in Sydney.

    Emman Boh

  • Confit Aylesbury duck pasta

    We also shared the confit Aylesbury duck pasta and the fish of the day, both of which were beautifully prepared and showcased the quality of the produce.

    Annalisa Brimo

  • Squid ink tortellini with crab meat

    Have enjoyed everything I tried but stand out dishes were the squid ink tortellini with crab meat, prawns with nduja butter and pumpkin flowers.

    Alana Piper

Other favorites

Complementary starters, sides, and house desserts

  • Shoestring fries

    Even the shoestring fries level up.

    Rita .A

  • Prawns with nduja butter

    stand out dishes were the squid ink tortellini with crab meat, prawns with nduja butter and pumpkin flowers.

    Alana Piper

  • Pumpkin flowers

    stand out dishes were the squid ink tortellini with crab meat, prawns with nduja butter and pumpkin flowers.

    Alana Piper

  • Buffalo Ricotta Cheesecake

    Finally for desert we had the Buffalo Ricotta Cheesecake which was a great finish to a fantastic meal.

    Emman Boh

Beyond the menu

Thoughtful details and distinct touches that elevate your dining experience at Sala.

  • Tableside Storytelling from Head Chef Danny Russo

    Head Chef Danny Russo steps out into the dining room to visit tables across service, sharing the stories behind the ingredients and explaining culinary techniques directly to guests.

  • Dedicated On-Site Seafood Dry-Ageing Fridge

    The kitchen features an on-site dry-ageing fridge dedicated specifically to aging fish, providing an exceptional foundation for dishes like their Australian Simply Crudo.

  • Doorstep Valet Parking on Jones Bay Wharf

    Guests arriving at the end of Jones Bay Wharf are greeted with doorstep valet parking, creating a seamless and effortless arrival experience right at the door.

  • Curated Milestone Sharing Menus & Dedicated Event Coordination

    For landmark birthdays and private events, the culinary team curates personalized sharing menus with bespoke beverage pairings and dedicated event management.

Before you head over

Practical tips for arrival, ordering, and getting the most from your dining experience at Sala.

  • Explore Dry-Aged Seafood Techniques

    Take advantage of the on-site dry-ageing fridge preparations by ordering the raw fish crudo, and be sure to try it both with and without lemon to appreciate how citrus alters the aged profile.

  • Utilize Doorstep Valet Parking

    Skip the hassle of navigating wharf parking by pulling right up to the venue entrance, where dedicated doorstep valet service streamlines your arrival for special occasions.

  • Engage With the Chef at Your Table

    Head Chef Danny Russo frequently visits tables across dinner service to explain ingredient provenance and dish preparations; feel free to engage him on Italian food traditions and menu background.

Explore more places in Sydney

Find familiar flavours, neighbourhood favourites and somewhere new in Sydney.

Browse all Sydney venues