Restaurant
Ventuno Restaurant
21 Hickson Rd, Walsh Bay NSW 2000, Australia
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21 Hickson Rd, Walsh Bay NSW 2000, Australia
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Perched along the historic timber wharves of Walsh Bay, Ventuno serves classic Italian fare right against the water. Outdoor tables catch the harbour breeze across the pier—prime territory for a long, unhurried lunch with friends or a celebratory dinner before showtime. The floor staff know the rhythm of the local arts precinct well, coordinating orders with the kitchen so theatregoers never have to stress about making their curtain call. Patrons gravitate toward the shared antipasti, wood-fired pizza, and casarecce tossed with spanner crab and prawn pangrattato, before wrapping things up over tiramisu.
- Walsh Bay Waterfront Dining: Harbour-facing seats on the historic timber wharf provide front-row water views for milestone celebrations and group lunches.
- Pre-Theatre Pacing: The floor crew coordinate dining paces with the kitchen to ensure theatregoers reach nearby Walsh Bay stages with time to spare.
- Shared Italian Classics: Crowds gather over classic antipasto, wood-fired pizzas, seafood pastas, and tiramisu alongside an Italian-focused wine list.
What's On at Ventuno Restaurant
Upcoming events, special menus and other reasons to plan a visit.
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The Ventuno Advantage
Why guests choose Ventuno for celebrations, pre-theatre dining, and waterfront occasions
Effortless Milestone Celebrations
Floor staff coordinate group dining effortlessly, taking care of drink pacing, courses, and dietary requirements so event hosts can relax.
Thanks to Tom, we were able to enjoy the party fully without worrying about anything.
RMP JL Attentive Large-Table Hospitality
Dedicated servers ensure milestone gatherings feel tailored and warmly accommodated from arrival through dessert.
The team were so accommodating and patient with us all and huge shout out to Grace who gave us the most exceptional service all night!
Georgina Smith Curtain-Call Pacing Precision
Staff proactively coordinate orders with the kitchen upon arrival to ensure diners make curtain calls without feeling rushed.
He turned a potentially stressful pre-theatre bite into a seamless, five-star experience!
Elle Mullarkey Arts Precinct Dining Location
Situated in the Walsh Bay arts precinct, the restaurant offers a seamless pre- and post-performance dining destination right near key stages.
This waterside restaurant is the perfect place for pre show dinning when going to the Sydney Theatre Company, Sydney Dance or Roslyn Parker theatre.
G Mac Walsh Bay Waterfront Panorama
Diners take in serene views of boats and Walsh Bay along the historic wharf while enjoying authentic Italian courses.
The water views along the wharf makes a perfect setting for any occasion.
Rosita Severino Authentic Italian Dining by the Water
Traditional Italian menus deliver classic pastas, wood-fired pizzas, and dolci that meet high standards of authenticity.
As Italians, we can confidently say the food matches true Italian standards.
Marika Ballotta
Most popular items
Signature Italian pastas and antipasti crafted for sharing by the harbour
Burrata
Great Italian food, from Burrata, Antipasti, Calamari Fritti and amazing pizza to delicious pasta and an indulgent Tiramisu.
Emman Boh Casarecce with Spanner Crab Marinara & Prawn Pangrattato
The Casarecce with Spanner Crab Marinara & Prawn Pangrattato was especially good, full of flavour and really well prepared.
Javila Calamari Fritti
Great Italian food, from Burrata, Antipasti, Calamari Fritti and amazing pizza to delicious pasta and an indulgent Tiramisu.
Emman Boh Wagyu Bresaola with Parmesan & Rocket
The Wagyu Bresaola with Parmesan & Rocket was also excellent
Javila
Other favorites
House-made desserts, artisan bread, and sides to complement your meal
Tiramisu
great tiramisu
G Mac Ciabatta Bread
We got the ciabatta bread, burrata, pumpkin ravioli, and italiana pizza for lunch. It was very filling for the three of us. Food hit the spot for us.
Tam Nguyen Marinated Olives
even the marinated olives were worth ordering
Javila Cheesecake
I also ordered the cheesecake and was so surprised at how beautiful it looked and tasted.
Penny Christie
Beyond the menu
Memorable hospitality gestures and tailored service touches experienced at Ventuno
Celebration Sparklers and Birthday Chorus
Floor staff organize birthday sparklers for group cakes and personally lead birthday celebrations, letting hosts relax completely.
Pre-Seating Kitchen Curtain Call Checks
Waitstaff confirm timing with the kitchen prior to seating pre-theatre parties to guarantee guests reach their curtain call without stress.
Bespoke Dietary Accommodations by the Chef
Staff coordinate directly with the head chef to prepare custom off-menu dishes and high-quality vegetarian substitutes for complex dietary requirements.
Attentive Hospitality for International Guests
Team members welcome non-English-speaking international visitors in distress with genuine care, setting up phone charging and making them feel at home.
Before you head over
Practical dining tips for theatre pacing, large bookings, and waterfront seating
Coordinate Pre-Theatre Timing Upfront
Alert the floor team immediately upon arrival if you have a showtime at Sydney Theatre Company or Roslyn Packer Theatre; waitstaff can check with the kitchen before seating to ensure prompt service.
Finalise Large Group Menus Early
For celebrations and set menus involving dietary requirements, confirm menu details and any substitution costs in advance with reservations to prevent last-minute coordination delays.
Plan Ahead for Waterfront Tables
Outdoor waterside seating along the wharf can book out fast or be allocated on arrival order, so note preferences when reserving and arrive early during peak dining periods.
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