Pastizzi Cafe - North King Street — Restaurant in Sydney

Pastizzis here are realllly good.

Decent prices for portions and a variety of food on the menu. Beyond that, I found the food here to be a bit overrated. We had to add so much salt, pepper, chilli or Parmesan to flavor our food in the three times we dined in this place.

Garlic bread was nice. You can’t go wrong with that.

Ravioli was very very average. Risotto was SO bland, rice was a bit soggy and the sauce too thin. Eggplant parmigiana was okay. Gnocchi was ok but really less than your average home cooked pasta.

Service is not the best. When I went a few days ago the woman that welcomed us was very rude about where we could be seated. She had a very rough attitude and sighed loudly when we took the time to choose. Really turned us off and we wanted to leave but thought we’d give the place another chance regardless of her unnecessary attitude. She was also very rough giving us menus too and kept rolling her eyes at nothing. She made a lot of facial expressions of discomfort I almost asked her if she needed help. Luckily turned out it was the end of her shift and seemed like she just wanted to get home. Not my problem and not what she’s being paid for.

The girls that took over after her were soo lovely. We even found a piece of plastic in our eggplant parmigiana and they took care of that very graciously. We were given a new plate and not charged for the mistake. The bartender was lovely too.

I had a basil cocktail thing but that was overpriced for what it was.

Atmosphere is average. Less than average if you’re being welcomed in with the attitude we have experienced dining in. Take away attitudes are much better. Smooth take away process and...

Some of the best Maltese Pastizzi I've ever had in my life! We managed to taste 4 varieties, including ricotta, pea, Angus beef w/ mushrooms, and cinnamon apple. The pastry dough was exceptionally light and flaky, always a sure sign that lots of handiwork went into its making while I could tell by the very tasty fillings, that fresh and wholesome ingredients were used to make them.

Being Maltese born and raised, I never would've thought I'd like anything but ricotta or pea cakes, but having sampled the cinnamon apple, I can tell you, they were exceptional! Lenny explained that the sweetness was all natural from the apples and the balance he achieved with the cinnamon was exactly to my taste.

Lenny was quick to meet and greet, despite our having arrive somewhat early on a Sunday morning. The premises were very clean, and customers poured in to pick up their orders soon after we had our hot out of the oven pastizzi.

Unfortunately, we were unable to sample any other varieties available, but given the size of each delicacy, one can only fit in so much. Wish we had more time in Sydney so I could taste the others, especially the rabbit filling, definitely would be my go to except that it is only available on certain days. Check with Lenny to make sure which days and pre-ordering may be wise.

Thank you Lenny for providing me with a taste of home and your company. I truly loved hearing about your family roots and how the Cafe came about. I wish you much success in the future and am sure your new location will excel!!

I highly recommend Pastizzi Cafe and hope readers...

Walking into the north end of King Street Newtown after a theatre outing looking for food is bit tricky. Six different restaurants told us the kitchen was closed. Night life is getting harder in Sydney.

Then I remembered the Pastizzi Cafe. I have already written a couple of reviews of their cafe on the south end of King Street. Italian/Maltese hospitality is usually a winner. I thought, I bet they are open later than the others. I was right - their kitchen does not close until midnight.

Apart from the usual excellent pastizzi, their menu is ideal for a casual dinner with friends. Plenty of choice of wines and other drinks.

The photos with this review give you an idea of what some of our group enjoyed.

The white bait fritters served with a Greek style salad was my choice. The fritters were moist inside and not over fried. The dressing on the salad was a bit strong.

The four cheese gnocchi (anglo name here) was just so cheesy! The gnocchi were just right and the cheeses were a little over the top - but hey, that is what this dish is all about.

I could not resist the chocolate zuccherato (I think I have the name right). Filled with a chocolate mousse style filling which should not need the cream on the side but oh well just go with it……

The staff were attentive and the service quick. There were not that many diners in that night so I wonder how the service would go when they are pumping.

Pastizzi Cafe is a great option for a late dinner. Now I am a fan of both Pastizzi Cafes -...