Pellegrino 2000 is a neighbourhood-style trattoria located on the corner of Campbell Street and Foster Street in the inner-city suburb of Surry Hills.
Brown-leather banquettes and comfortable seating rest in a red-washed glow in the candelit dining room, while most regulars would prefer taking their pasta in the moody wine cellar below. And while Pellegrino 2000 shot to international fame after Taylor Swift dined there with Sabrina Carpenter, the vibe is charmingly subtle and shies away from the limelight. Consider it the Giorgio Baldi of Sydney, if you will, but there’s much more to this romantic Italian restaurant than its popularity amongst celebrities and high-profile socialites.
A tight, well-curated wine list and experimental modern Italian dishes keep people coming back for more. The decadent prawn ravioli in a nutty brown butter and sage sauce is a top pick, as are supporting stars like the burrata and fritto miso. Make sure to save room for dessert—the creme caramello alla banana is to die for.
Address: 80 Campbell St, Surry Hills NSW 2010
Contact: (02) 8593 0114
Opening Hours: Monday-Sunday (5pm – late)
Chef: Dan Pepperell, Michael Clift
Cuisine: Modern Italian
Price Guide: $$$
