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Vasco Surry Hills

421 Cleveland St, Surry Hills NSW 2010, Australia

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Find Vasco Surry Hills

421 Cleveland St, Surry Hills NSW 2010, Australia

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+61 415 953 139
HoursMonday: Closed Tuesday: Closed Wednesday: 5:00 – 10:00 PM Thursday: 5:00 – 10:00 PM Friday: 5:00 – 11:30 PM Saturday: 12:00 – 11:30 PM Sunday: 5:00 – 9:00 PM

*Opening hours may differ during holidays.

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About Vasco Surry Hills

Vasco pairs the grit of an Italian rock bar with serious plates of handmade pasta and woodfired pizza. Guitars, arcade decor, and classic anthems set a loud, casual stage for comforting riffs like hash brown carbonara and spicy vodka rigatoni. Regulars drop in for drinks like the Back in Black before splitting a thin-crust pizza alongside bowls of handmade ravioli topped with fresh burrata.

  • Playful Italian Comforts: Playful takes like hash brown carbonara and nduja mozzarella in carrozza join spicy vodka rigatoni and thin-crust pizzas.
  • Rock 'n' Roll Setting: Guitars, arcade games, and rock tracks create an energetic dive-bar feel disguised as a casual pasta spot.
  • Curated Drinks & Brunches: Spirited signature cocktails named after classic rock tunes alongside flowing packages for group catch-ups and brunches.
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What's On at Vasco Surry Hills

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Why Diners Choose Vasco Surry Hills

Why diners choose Vasco for Italian comfort classics, rock playlists, and high-energy gatherings in Surry Hills.

  • Rock 'N' Roll Bar Meets Italian Dining

    Vasco crafts an authentic Italian dining experience wrapped in a gritty rock 'n' roll dive-bar atmosphere with musical decor and curated rock playlists.

    Such a unique nichè concept of Rockin N Roll and italian food!

    Team Scoville Slayer

  • Playful Comfort Food Mashups

    Beyond classic Italian pasta, the kitchen dishes out inventive mashups like nduja carbonara, hash brown carbonara, and carbonara pizza.

    We shared a few things but the favourites were the hash brown carbonara, the vodka pasta, and the Njduna carbonara.

    Anna Chalk

  • Hidden Gem Culinary Surprise

    Guests arriving expecting simple pub bites are blown away by high-quality pasta, fresh burrata, and refined Italian mains disguised in a casual room.

    it feels like a premium casual restaurant cleverly disguised as one - the quality is that high!

    Cobbie

  • Warm and Attentive Hospitality

    Attentive, enthusiastic hospitality and thoughtful recommendations ensure guests feel warmly taken care of in an upbeat, energetic space.

    She really made the experience feel extra special. We’ll definitely be back!

    Carlie Hann (AU)

  • Seamless Group Celebrations & Brunches

    Effortlessly accommodating large parties and milestone celebrations with set menus, flowing drink packages, and bottomless brunches.

    The staff handled our large group with ease, providing excellent service throughout. The food was delicious and the drinks were always flowing.

    Chris Azzopardi

  • Vibrant Spot for Dates and Catch-Ups

    A lively yet unpretentious destination suited for casual dates, catch-ups with friends, and sharing signature rigatoni over cocktails.

    Such a great place for dinner (or even a date!)

    Caitlin Wasilewsky

Signature handmade pastas and crossover Italian favorites

  • Spicy Vodka Rigatoni

    and the real star in Vasco’s crown - vodka rigatoni.

    Jaime Gray

  • Hash Brown Carbonara

    Really enjoyed trying the hashbrown carbonara and the nduja mozzarella in carrozza both new to us and absolutely delicious.

    Cobbie

  • Lamb & Mushroom Ragu Ravioli

    For mains, the Lamb & Mushroom Ragu with Garlic and Potato Ravioli and the NDUJA CARBONARA SPAGHETTI are phenomenal.

    Cobbie

  • Carbonara Pizza

    We also had the carbonara pizza which was really good, it was like pasta in pizza form.

    Janey Nguyen

Other favorites

Starters, desserts, and rock-inspired cocktails to complete your table

  • Beef Tartare with Housemade Crisps

    For starters, you must try the Beef Tartare with Housemade Crisps

    Cobbie

  • Pistachio Tiramisu Sundae

    The pistachio tiramisu sundae and vanilla panna cotta with salted caramel syrup were the perfect end to the meal.

    Amanda Askew

  • Back in Black Cocktail

    Their cocktails are equally great; I highly recommend the 'Back in Black' and the 'Not So Sweet Caroline.'

    Cobbie

  • Sweet Caroline Cocktail

    Vasco offers a distinctive cocktail menu with rock-themed drinks like the “Sweet Caroline” and “Coffee & TV,”

    Chanchaya kuram

Before you head over

Practical tips for planning your visit, booking groups, and exploring the menu at Vasco.

  • Book Ahead for Peak Nights and Large Groups

    The venue features a cosy, intimate dining room that fills up quickly on peak weekends or for private bookings; plan ahead and reserve early for group celebrations or weekend evenings.

  • Ask Staff About Unlisted Beers and Daily Specials

    Look beyond the printed online menu when ordering drinks and food; staff can share off-menu craft beers, daily specials, and custom cocktail pairings to match your dishes.

  • Order Playful Hybrid Dishes for the Table

    If you are deciding what to order, explore Vasco's signature mashups and crowd favorites like the hash brown carbonara, spicy vodka rigatoni, and thin-crust pizzas designed to share.

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