Pane e Vino Trattoria — Restaurant in Sydney

This place is a little gem tucked away in the lovely little village of Croydon. The locals know that this place is amazing and every time I go past I see that it is steadily getting busier and busier. The last time we went there were several people waiting for a table! The food is absolutely fantastic. They have a wood fire pizza oven in the kitchen which makes the pizze absolutely amazing. The ingredients they use on them are so fresh and tasty. The pasta is fabulous, fresh and full of flavour. My personal favourite is the pasta with truffle. The prices of the pizza and pasta is reasonable also. I think the main meat dishes are a little expensive, eg the porcetta is something like $35 which does taste good but is still a little steep. Gone are the days where Italian restaurants are affordable for all, but with Pane e Vino, you understand why some of the dishes are expensive, they’re just that good. The last time we went I had the veal with red sauce and mozzarella and it was fantastic. They know how to make a good sauce. The veggies that came with it on a small side plate were a little sad though. Often places put in so much effort with the actual dish that they neglect the veggies which is a shame because if they tried a little with them, I’m sure they could make them amazing also. Finally the desserts are great. I would like to see a little more variety with the desserts though. Perhaps more choice of gelato flavours and more Italian biscuits would make it feel like a true Italian experience and perfectly end the dining experience. The service here is also very good. Last time we went for absolutely no reason other than to be nice they gave us some free bread and olive oil which was a pleasant surprise. The main waiter (not sure of his name but he is from Italy) is super friendly and a great waiter. He also gave my Mum a free entree one time as she wasn’t sure which to choose from and decided to order the dish that my would be better to share. The waiter didn’t want her to miss out so he gave her the dish he could tell she wanted more for free anyway. Very nice of him. This place is sooo close to getting a perfect score, if they just add more desserts, make the veggies a little more polished and lowered the prices of some of the main dishes, then they would get a perfect score. One of the best Italian restaurants in the inner west that...

tl;dr pizza was excellent, but dropped to good as the temperature dropped we came all the way as we heard about the popularity of this place by my partner's colleague. The interior and staff were fantastic. We were in the mood of pizza for a couple of days, so we couldn't help but order not one but two pizzas, an oil base, pesto pizza, and 4 cheese base pizza, two good extremes. The oil base looked quite nice as we dug into it immediately without waiting for the other one, the pesto was not overwhelming, and the balance of the ingredients was quite pleasant, the only problem would be that the middle of the base was too thin and the oil had cut through the base. The crust was quite thick but the dough was soo good to complain (we were crazy to order a pesto pizza, but my partner is a big pesto fan, so we couldn't help!). The other one was 4 formaggi with mozerella, gorgonzolla, pamesan and ricotta cheese (special menu), the gorgonzolla packed a punch but was balanced enough, a different bite meant a different texture/flavour. The base and crust was still nice, and since it wasn't oil base it wouldn't sabotage the base. The dough is great in general, but as time passes and i would call myself a fast eater, the dough cooled down and was a bit hard to chew. My opinion would be to change the pizza base accordingly to the type of pizza, oil has a more thick base and dry non-sauce base has a much thinner base. the crust is a bit too thick, the room temp is bit low, and not as moist, it would influence the crust texture. Mojito was ok, and desert was nice but not over the top. In conclusion, would come back again to try other mains...

First and foremost, I must commend the exceptional service received. The staff were warm, friendly and welcoming, and made me feel right at home from the moment walked in the door. They were attentive without being intrusive, and went above and beyond to ensure that my dining experience was a memorable one.

Now, onto the food. Oh my goodness, the food! Every dish that I tried was absolutely delicious, and it's clear that the chefs at Pane E vino are experts at their craft. I particularly enjoyed the boscioala fettucini, which was perfectly cooked and beautifully seasoned. The zucchini flowers were also a standout dish, and the garlic pizza was simply divine. Every bite was bursting with flavor, and I was left feeling completely satisfied and content.

As for the ambiance, it was the perfect mix of cozy and romantic. The dim lighting and soft music created a warm and intimate atmosphere that was perfect for a date night or a quiet dinner with friends. The decor was simple yet elegant, and it was clear that a lot of thought had gone into creating a comfortable and inviting space.

In summary, if you're looking for an authentic Italian dining experience, look no further than Pane E Vino. The service is exceptional, the food is amazing, and the ambiance is unbeatable. I can't recommend this restaurant highly enough, and I can't wait to return and try more of their...