Machiavelli Ristorante Italiano

The near perfect score above has been earned over the years and is not glibly applied. Even the minor reduction regarding noise level is only because we are both quietly spoken and the occasional repeat is required...while admitting at the same time that the 'buzz' is part of the pleasure and excitement we look forward to each time. Even the change of ownership was transitioned seamlessly and you are to be congratulated on that. Our many anniversaries, birthdays and your own Christmas closures and re-openings have been spent with you, and the predecessor La Strada, for what is now decades - and will continue as long as we are able. Machiavelli is one of the show places we share with overseas visitors that matter when we are our to prove that Sydney does have sophistication and great food. We thank you and look forward to seeing you again soon - GJ

Excellent traditional italian restaurant. Best arancini balls. Recommend beef cheek frusilli pasta.

Outstanding Scampi! Wonderful Service! Exceptional atmosphere and restaurant! Highly recommended 😀

Great restaurant with consistently good food (The pasta is to die for) and buzzy atmosphere.

No host to greet us. One of 5 staff said hello. First bread cold. Butter hard. Second bread warm. Slopped tartare on our plates in an attempt to silver serve the chewy calamari. No manager on the floor. Way too overpriced in this market for those kinds of errors.

The food was nothing spectacular for the price, quite bland and over cooked. I was hoping for the price it would be amazing home cooked pasta.

we had an enjoyable meal and a great venue for a large group, as we were able to hear everyone at the table without competing with loud background noise. the food was good.

Far too noisy, making conversation very difficult and staff made no attempt to request certain tables to reduce their noise levels

Very welcoming by staff although we were half hour late, food delicious and the staff were smiling all the time with banter of conversation. We recommend to any persons for a great meal out. We are back to Newcastle then home to UK. A BIG THANK YOU. Danny/Beth

Have been coming to this restaurant for nearly 30 years, it never disappoints.

Beautiful, traditional Italian food and fabulous service. Handmade Ravioli is a must try!

The staff were so kind and helpful, and the food was nothing short of magnificent

Very pleasant birthday dinner. With great food and great service.

Love this city restaurant. Delicious, authentic Italian food; lovely service and a great vibe.

Great good, will be visiting again for sure. Thank you

Truly one of this world’s great ITALIAN restaurants. Great food, great wine and the best attentive service.

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OK service - I wish staff were a bit more lively.

Great Italian. This place is a Sydney dining institution - always quality.

One of my favourite Italian in the CBD! Great food and great establishment.

As long time diners over a period of 25 years we don't mind how noisy as everything that this space has to offer is superb.

Food and service was exceptional! Wait staff was very friendly and attentive. Great atmosphere

We enjoyed the service and every moment of our visit

Amazing food and lovely ambiance as always. My favorite restaurant in Sydney.

Fantastic service with a great atmosphere and good wine list.

The food and services were great. But didn't like the fact that they were sitting us really close to other people while the whole restaurant was empty.

Very Delicious. But it's a little bit salty for us.

Wow!!!! I have no words.... but I can’t post unless I have nine words :) fantastic experience and food.

just as good as it always was, even since change of ownership.

Enjoyed the food, wine & service. When I paid the bill I advised the waiter that it was a debit card. He proceeded to charge me the very high credit card fee ( compared to how much they are charged by the bank) and this charge was pre calculated and already on the bill. He told me to be quiet when I questioned him. He was happy to refund the amount but only if i was quiet! I could not be bothered to wait. The credit charge is a over the top and ruined an otherwise nice evening!

Our first ever visit and absolutely perfect! Everything was exactly as it should be. These guys after 30 plus years know exactly what they are doing. We come through Sydney for 3 months every year and from now in this is a total must st for us. Thank God we were told about this place - perfect in every way .

Had a great time and the food was delicious. The waiter was also very humorous and made the experience all the better.

Didn't seem as good as previous dinners over the last several visits.

The food was delicious, the portraits on the wall were interesting...

Very professional service as usual. My guests thoroughly enjoyed the lunch. Thank you.

Great food great service and a great atmosphere. Loved it!

Fantastic food and amazing service and atmosphere! The waiting staff are very attentive and the kitchen is super quick! I would definately recommend and will be coming back!

As always food & service was first class. Pasta was cooked to perfection & the sauce was so full of flavour. Never fails this restaurant to be outstanding.

Food was excellent, service was attentive without being obtrusive - we had a great time and would highly recommend this restaurant to anyone who enjoys dining out

Beautiful and welcoming staff, Great service and delicious food, love this place. I would definitely recommend and would love to go there again and again.