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Vineria Luisa

135 Enmore Rd, Enmore NSW 2042, Australia

Recommended by 59 people

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135 Enmore Rd, Enmore NSW 2042, Australia

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+61 2 9128 4559
HoursMonday: 5:30 – 11:00 PM Tuesday: 5:30 – 11:00 PM Wednesday: 5:30 – 11:00 PM Thursday: 5:30 – 11:00 PM Friday: 5:00 – 11:00 PM Saturday: 12:00 – 11:00 PM Sunday: 12:00 – 9:30 PM

*Opening hours may differ during holidays.

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About Vineria Luisa

Behind a curved 1950s salon facade, this two-level Enmore haunt serves rich regional Italian cooking alongside a dedicated gintoneria. Diners pack the intimate upstairs dining room for slow-cooked ragù lasagna layered with bechamel and plates of fresh fregola alla Vignarola. Downstairs, the bartenders tailor gin pours and Italian wines to your taste before spoons break into wobbly vanilla panna cotta glossed with amarena cherries.

  • Restored Marie-Louise Salon facade: Preserves the vintage 1950s salon street frontage with a lively ground-floor gin bar and dining upstairs.
  • Signature Italian staples: Features multi-layer slow-cooked ragù lasagna, fresh seasonal pasta, and wobbly amarena cherry panna cotta.
  • Dedicated gintoneria program: Bartenders pair tailored gin profiles and boutique Italian wines to match individual tastes and courses.
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Why Dine at Vineria Luisa

Handcrafted pasta staples, bespoke gin pairings, and preserved mid-century heritage on Enmore Road.

  • Acclaimed Signature Lasagne

    The multi-layered signature lasagne is built with slow-cooked ragù, bechamel, and silky pasta sheets, delivering a benchmark comfort staple.

    when they say best ever lasagne they damn well mean it, it was soooo freakinnnnn gooddddd! cheesy and meaty and smooth, every bite was heaven.

    erinxeats

  • Textbook Wobbly Panna Cotta

    Dessert is anchored by Alessandro Pavoni's textbook vanilla panna cotta, finished with English custard and Amarena Fabbri cherries.

    An amarena fabbri cherry nipple and a circlet of English custard contribute to this milky and silky dome being the best pannacotta ever.

    Jackie McMillan

  • Preserved Mid-Century Facade and Dual-Level Dining

    Housed behind the preserved 1950s Marie-Louise Salon facade, the split-level setting features a cocktail bar downstairs and an intimate dining room upstairs.

    The new owners have done a great job in preserving the history of Marie-Louise Salon and also giving it a new flair to reflect the Italian menu.

    Niki Vasiliadis

  • Intimate Upstairs Dining Room

    A vintage-inspired interior paired with an intimate upstairs room creates a distinctive setting suited for dates and celebratory gatherings.

    classic décor and an intimate upstairs dining room. a wonderful place for celebrations or a girls night out

    erinxeats

  • Intuitive Gin and Drink Pairings

    Bartenders like Natalino intuitively customize drink selections and guide guests through an expansive curated gin and wine portfolio.

    Natalino who had an almost psychic ability to guess which drinks would suit each party member

    rochelle haniford

  • Dedicated World-Class Gintoneria

    The dedicated gintoneria pairs a world-class collection of regional and international gins with tailored accompaniments and garnishes.

    It’s also a gintoneria with a world class range of gins matched to appropriate accompaniments.

    Jackie McMillan

Signature pastas and antipasti that anchor the dining experience

  • Gianmarco’s Lasagna alla Bolognese

    when they say best ever lasagne they damn well mean it, it was soooo freakinnnnn gooddddd! cheesy and meaty and smooth, every bite was heaven. you must order this!

    erinxeats

  • Fregola alla Vignarola

    Fresh, light and full of flavour, it was the perfect contrast to the lasagne and easily one of my favourite dishes of the night.

    Jessica M Rizk

  • Charcoal Fremantle WA Octopus

    cooked to absolute perfection, juicy and had a deep profile that was wrapped lovingly in that warm puree.

    erinxeats

  • Culaccia Premium Prosciutto

    I think this is genuinely the best prosciutto I have ever had in my life, I mean just look at that beautiful bright pink colouring! the pickled peaches provided wonderful tangy sweetness that worked so nicely with the cuts!

    erinxeats

Other favorites

Desserts, specialized gintoneria drinks, and starters to complete the table

  • Pavoni’s Vanilla Pannacotta

    classic jiggly pannacotta, a lovely way to end this dinner as it wasn't super heavy but had a rich vanilla taste.

    erinxeats

  • Tiramisu

    Super light, it just melted in your mouth and I’d rate it as one of my best tiramisu’s ever!

    K Bohn

  • World Class Gins

    It’s also a gintoneria with a world class range of gins matched to appropriate accompaniments.

    Jackie McMillan

  • Carpaccio Cipriani

    Wafer-thin wagyu makes the carpaccio Cipriani your best entree pick.

    Jackie McMillan

Beyond the menu

Thoughtful hospitality touches that elevate dining on Enmore Road

  • Warm Italian-Speaking Welcome

    Guests are welcomed at the entrance with authentic Italian greetings and charismatic energy, setting an immediate European tone.

  • Intuitive Beverage Profiling at the Bar

    Bartender Natalino curates bespoke drink matches, crafting custom gin pours and wine pairings intuitively matched to each guest's palate.

  • Personalised Celebration Care

    Staff maintain attentive, present table care and personal recognition for birthdays even during crowded, bustling seatings.

  • Enthusiastic Menu Stewardship

    The front-of-house team offers detailed dish guidance, recommending signature staples like the multi-layer lasagna and Fregola alla Vignarola.

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the standout dishes to order?

Gianmarco’s multi-layered slow-cooked ragù lasagna is the clear signature main. For starters and sides, diners praise the Fremantle octopus, Culaccia prosciutto with pickled dwarf peaches, and Fregola alla Vignarola, while the vanilla panna cotta and tiramisu dusted with cocoa nibs are the top dessert choices.

How is the seating split between the bar and dining room?

The venue is arranged over two levels: downstairs offers casual bar seating where you can drop in for drinks and snacks, while upstairs features a cosy, intimate dining room suited for dinner reservations and group celebrations.

What should you expect from the drinks program?

Beyond a curated wine list, Vineria Luisa operates as a dedicated gintoneria. Bartenders tailor gin cocktails and pairings based on personal taste and menu selections.

How generous are the portion sizes?

Portions across antipasti, pasta courses, and desserts are hearty and filling, with diners noting that antipasti and rich pasta mains easily satisfy without needing to over-order.

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