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10/09/2026
There are few places in Italy quite like Piemonte🍷
For Wine Club #4, we’re heading north for an evening celebrating the wines, food and traditions of this incredible region.
Expect bottles from Albino Rocca, Massolino, Elio Grasso and Sandrone, alongside a menu of Northern Italian favourites - handmade pasta, regional flavours, antipasti to share and a classic dolce.
A little taste of Piemonte, right here by the wharf. 🇮🇹
📍 OTTO Sydney
📅 Wednesday 24 September
🎟️ Seats are limited and communal - book your spot via link in bio!
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09/09/2026
Not green. Still pesto. And arguably even better 👀
This week’s Pasta Club is Pesto alla Trapanese - a Sicilian combination of tomato, almond, mint and garlic, tossed through pasta and ready for you to fall in love with.
Enjoy it with a glass of wine and a cannoli for just $45. Consider it your lunchtime ticket to Italy 🍝
08/09/2026
OTTO x Melbourne Cup Day 🥂
Tuesday 3 November marks the first Tuesday OTTO Sydney will be open - and what better way to start than with a long à la carte lunch by the water, no set menu, just order what you like and settle in for the afternoon 🤌
Join us for Italian favourites, seasonal dishes, plenty of wine, and large screens throughout the restaurant for those who want to keep an eye on the action ✨
Tables are now available. Book your Melbourne Cup Day lunch at OTTO and join us by the wharf!
07/09/2026
Bring your friends, order a few dishes for the table and settle in for an afternoon in the sun 🍹
Spring is here, the wharf is glittering, and there’s so much to be shared. Catch up over lunch, cheers to something worth celebrating, or stay for dessert and the gossip.
We’ll be here, book via link in bio ☀️
04/09/2026
It’s all about the Humpty Doo baby barramundi 🐟🍋
Fresh, flaky and full of flavour - the perfect plate for a sun-soaked day at OTTO. Pair it with something cold, settle in, and let the weekend do the rest.
Book a table via link in bio! ✨
03/09/2026
Your sign to lock in the end-of-year party 🍸
Book your celebration at OTTO by 30 September and each guest will receive a complimentary spritz on arrival.
Great food, great company and a spritz on the wharf to kick things off. Book via the link in bio!
T&C’s apply
03/09/2026
$45 for pasta, wine and dolci on the wharf? Yes please. 🍝
Get your hands on the pasta of the week, a glass of wine and a crunchy, creamy cannoli, with the sparkling wharf behind you.
Wednesday–Sunday, 12–3pm. Bring your friends and settle in for lunch at OTTO.
02/09/2026
Wine lovers united at our third Wine Club, this time with Yarra Yering🍷
We spent the evening exploring the wines of one of the Yarra Valley’s most iconic producers, hosted by the fantastic Winemaker, Sarah Crowe.
From the story of Yarra Yering’s historic vineyard to the wines that have made the estate famous, it was a pretty special afternoon of great food, great wine and even better company.
Thanks to everyone who joined us - to book onto our next wine dinner, head to the link in our bio ✨
01/09/2026
A little taste of the coast to the table for this weeks Pasta Club 🍝🌊
Spaghetti alle Cozze: handmade spaghetti tossed with plump mussels, tomato, garlic, chilli and a generous splash of white wine.
Simple, briny, a little spicy and very much made for a glass of something cold alongside it.
Pasta Club is on at OTTO Sydney & Brisbane, Wednesday–Sunday, 12–3pm. Thanks again to those who voted for this weeks pasta in our OTTO TV Broadcast Channel ✨
31/08/2026
There’s a wrong answer here 👀 what’s your next bite?
Our fluffy tiramisu is the only way to finish your long lunch or twilight dinner on wharf!
31/08/2026
Dinner with Dad, done properly 🍝
This Father’s Day, bring Dad to OTTO for a proper Italian feast by the harbour. Think beautiful seasonal dishes, plenty of good wine, pasta worth sharing and a table made for settling in for the evening.
Raise a glass, order another plate and give Dad a Father’s Day dinner he’ll be talking about long after the last bite. Book via link in bio!
31/08/2026
Watch and learn, Stanley Tucci 👀🍝 Chef Richard is making the spaghetti alla Nerano - golden zucchini, spaghetti, plenty of Parmigiano and a whole lot of Italian magic.
INGREDIENTS (Serves 1)
• 120g spaghetti
• 160g zucchini
• 20–30g Pecorino, finely grated
• 20–30g Parmigiano, finely grated
• 2g fresh basil
• 2g garlic, crushed
• 200g EVOO
• 30–50g reserved pasta water
• Salt & pepper, to taste
1️⃣ Slice zucchini into thin rounds, around 3mm thick.
2️⃣ Heat EVOO to 170–180°C. Fry zucchini until golden, drain well and season lightly with salt. Add basil while the zucchini is still warm.
3️⃣ Cook spaghetti in well-salted water until just al dente. Save 30–50g of pasta water before draining.
4️⃣ Gently warm some of the olive oil in a large pan. Add garlic and sauté until fragrant.
5️⃣ Add fried zucchini and reserved pasta water, then add spaghetti and toss vigorously.
6️⃣ Take the pan off the heat. Gradually add Pecorino and Parmigiano while tossing continuously, adding a little pasta water as needed until glossy and creamy.
7️⃣ Finish with fresh basil and serve immediately.
THE TRICK 🍝
Don’t add the cheese over high heat - that’s how you end up with stringy or oily cheese. The magic happens off the heat, using pasta starch, pasta water and residual heat to create that silky sauce.
Save this one for your next pasta night 🇮🇹
28/08/2026
Sunshine & seafood is a very good reason to head to the wharf ☀️
New Zealand Yellow Belly Flounder, served with lemon, caper and chive butter is on the specials menu this week. 🐟
Fresh, juicy and full of flavour, best enjoyed on a sunny table, something cold in your glass and nowhere else to be.
See you this weekend at !
27/08/2026
It’s the little shaker that makes all the difference🍸
Straight from the freezer and made to sit beside your Martini, our new mini shakers keeps your second pour perfectly cold until you’re ready for it.
Pour when ready. Sip slowly. let Michal talk you through the rest!
26/08/2026
This Father’s Day, we’ve got the perfect pairing 🥩
Our O’Connor Rib-Eye is aged for four weeks with The Ben Buckler Whisky, then finished over charcoal and whisky barrels for deeper notes of oak, vanilla, caramel and spice.
Add The Fig Lebowski to finish - Ben Buckler Whisky, fig liqueur and a little something from our bar, and you’ve got Dad’s favourite kind of dinner.
Book in via link in bio!
25/08/2026
It’s dark. It’s dramatic. It’s delicious 🖤
Meet this week’s Pasta Club: Spaghetti al Nero di Seppia, with beautiful flavours of cuttlefish, basil, garlic and chilli - topped with some salmon roe for an extra textural surprise!
A showstopper in every sense.
Wednesday–Sunday, 12–3pm. See you for lunch.
24/08/2026
The OTTO Sydney Wine Club returns this spring with two regions that know a thing or two about living well 🍷
Travel to Piemonte on the 24th September - the beating heart of Italy’s great reds, where Nebbiolo reigns supreme, and Barolo and Barbaresco have earned legendary status.
Then on the 22nd October, raise a glass to Champagne, the world’s most enduring symbol of celebration, and discover the artistry, individuality and allure that have made it iconic through life’s great milestones.
Communal tables, a relaxed atmosphere, and a menu of regional dishes from Head Chef Richard Ptacnik - think less traditional wine dinner, and more an escape across the world’s most beloved wine regions 🍇
Book via link in bio!
22/08/2026
Sweet, creamy and just a little bit smoky 🍯
Our burnt honey panna cotta with fresh berries and salted vanilla ice cream - the kind of dessert that makes ordering one to share a very bad idea.
Finish with something sweet on the wharf this weekend.
Address
Area 8/6 Cowper Wharf Road
Sydney, NSW
2011
For both the Italian restaurant and modern European restaurant located at Area 8/6 Cowper Wharf Road in Sydney, there are options for both public transportation and driving/parking.
Public Transportation: Take a train or bus to Circular Quay station. From there, you can walk to Wharf 3 where you can catch a ferry to Woolloomooloo Wharf. Once you arrive at Woolloomooloo Wharf, the restaurant is just a short walk away.
Driving/Parking: If driving, take the Eastern Distributor and exit at William Street towards Woolloomooloo. Follow this road until you reach Cowper Wharf Road. There is limited street parking available near the restaurant. Alternatively, there is a nearby parking lot at Kingsley Hotel where you can park for a fee.
Opening Hours
| Wednesday |
12pm - 9pm |
| Thursday |
12pm - 9pm |
| Friday |
12pm - 9pm |
| Saturday |
12pm - 9pm |
| Sunday |
12pm - 9pm |
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What people say
Italian restaurants are known for their delicious and authentic cuisine, and OTTO Ristorante Sydney is no exception. Located in the stunning surrounds of the Finger Wharf, this modern European restaurant celebrates all things Italian - from the food to the atmosphere.
One standout dish that has been receiving rave reviews is the Linguine alle Vongole. Head Chef's sunshine-yellow linguine made with saffron is a traditional Italian spice that pairs perfectly with seafood. The linguine is tossed with salty-as-the-sea vongole, vibrant chilli, garlic, white wine, and parsley - creating a quintessential holiday dish reminiscent of the Amalfi Coast.
To complement this delicious pasta dish, OTTO Ristorante Sydney offers a crisp Campania Bianco from one of their favourite wineries, Quintodecimo. This pairing is perfect for sipping in the sunshine and transports diners straight to Italy.
Escape to OTTO Pasta and Wine Destination series is another reason to visit this restaurant during winter months. Available Wednesday to Friday for lunch and dinner in June, July, and August - it explores different regions of Italy with a different pairing each week.
Overall, OTTO Ristorante Sydney offers an exceptional dining experience that celebrates people, place and la dolce vita. With its stunning location and delicious food options like Linguine alle Vongole paired with Campania Bianco wine - it's definitely worth a visit!
