Tucked away over in Rozelle, Il Grappolo is a favourite among the area's aficionados of Italian cuisine, serving up time-honoured recipes that the head chef and owner Marcus acquired while travelling around Italy, from pizza and pasta to exquisite meat and seafood mains. Located on Terry Street, Il Grappolo draws in diners from all corners of Sydney, so booking a table in advance is recommended.

Sydney has no shortage of great Italian restaurants but Il Grappolo on Terry Street has established itself as one of Rozelle’s best, serving up pasta, pizza and other classic Italian dishes in a setting that is both stylish yet traditional. From Carpaccio di Manzo (thinly sliced Black Angus beef topped with shaved Parmesan, rocket and olive oil) to fried baby calamari tossed with chilli and salt, the range of antipasti on the menu at Il Grappolo is bound to whet your appetite and get your taste buds crying out for more. You’re bound to be equally as pleased with the main course options which range from hearty pasta dishes like Ravioli di Casa (ravioli filled with spinach and ricotta served with sage burnt butter and cherry tomatoes) to authentic Italian pizzas like the Grappolo topped with ham, eggplant, artichoke and olives, and mouthwatering meat and seafood dishes like the Filetto di Manzo (a juicy grain-fed Black Angus eye fillet served with rosemary potatoes, baby carrots and red wine jus). Vegetarians will find plenty of choices too, making it perfect for a group dinner or special family meal. You’ll find Il Grappolo located on Terry Street – book a table and head on over for a bellissimo dining experience in Sydney’s Rozelle area!