Pan Roma Restaurant — Restaurant in Sydney

My first memory of going here was in the seventies as a child. Fast forward 15 years and I went there for staff functions with workmates. Last night I returned with a couple of those workmates.

Whilst the decor doesn't dazzle you as you enter (think laminate tables with green and red paper napkins), The food certainly does.

I shared the calamari as an entree with my friend, the serving the serving was small was the flavour was tasty. As a main, I ordered the swordfish off the specials board. It was delicious, accompanied by a rich tomato, onion and caper sauce. The flavours were magnificent. We shared a fresh salad with the crispest iceberg lettuce, and a variety of vegetables and a plate of cauliflower, spinach and chips.

I had no room for dessert but a friend had the tiramisu and it looked delicious. Margaret, our waitress, was friendly, explaining the specials board and the history of the restaurant.

Corkage was minimal and the prices were modest. I certainly don't intend to leave it long before my...

Food was good, but a middle-aged staff member, maybe racist or not keen on guests with kids, made us uncomfortable. She pushed our pram and moved the high chair with my son in it, no words exchanged. Shocked when she scolded my one-year-old for being noisy – not okay in any culture. Other tables got a warm welcome, but we had to leave early due to a diaper situation, avoiding further drama. As a dad and a local, I strongly advise families with kid to avoid this restaurant in Leichhardt. Don't want others facing the...

The staff creates a welcoming atmosphere that feels like a warm embrace. Consistently, the dishes exceed expectations; the gnocchi is an absolute must-try, and its melt-in-your-mouth quality is unparalleled. My fiancee raves about the Marinara, labelling it the best she's ever tasted. Oh, and the scallops? A divine experience—a definite order, trust me. This establishment ensures we depart with beaming smiles every single time, a testament to...