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Pellegrini's Seafood Restaurant

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107 Elliott Street
Balmain NSW 2041
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Tel : +61 2 9810 4551
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Cuisine
Cuisine: Seafood
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Chef:
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BYO
License: BYO only (unlicensed)
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The old fashioned Aussie seafood restaurant lives on in this romantic, if somewhat quirky, establishment. Pellegrini's Seafood restaurant is set in a lovely location in Balmain overlooking the westerly reaches of the harbour, and serves simple, unpretentious seafood at commendably low prices.


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LOCATION
On the waterfront at Balmain, ten minutes from the CBD across the Anzac Bridge. Infrequent ferry services available from Circular Quay but watertaxi service available at any time to Elliott Street Wharf.

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Pellegrini's Seafood Restaurant has come a long way since its rice pudding and meatloaf days when it used to be the kiosk for Cockatoo Island. Today, instead of serving up nosh to the men who worked in the naval boat building ship yard, Pellegrini's brings delightful dishes of seafood to the stylish crowds of Balmain and beyond. Positioned discreetly at the end of a laneway and upon the waters edge at Elliott Street Wharf, this restaurant enjoys some million dollar real estate. To be frank, the views over the glistening harbour are simply stunning and it's no wonder why many choose Pellegrini's to host their wedding, birthday parties and a variety of special occasions. Although Pellegrini's has lots to boast about, it hasn't lost an inch of its old-school charm by extending its original building which is over 100 years old.

The menu has become more progressive in recent years, incorporating refreshingly new flavours and straying slightly from a purely seafood affair. The smoked salmon and avocado salsa timbale with a light mayonnaise dressing is still an easy favourite for an entree, followed by a main course of grilled barramundi fillet coated with lemon myrtle and served with chat potatoes. The seafood platter for two comes brimming with crumbed and fresh fruit de la mer, and the braised beef and mushroom pie will keep any meat-lover at bay. Desserts are classic beauties such as Pavlova with seasonal fresh fruit, and the day and night chocolate mousse. While Pellegrini's remains true to its beginnings, it's easy to see that this restaurant has advanced in leaps and bounds to become the superb venue that it is today. Be sure to BYO as Pellegrini's is unlicensed and the nearest bottle shop is quite a hike away.

Annabel Wise

DETAILS
This hidden gem is known by all the locals who keep this place as quiet as possible as it is a real 'find'. Whilst most restaurants on the water's edge are fairly pricey and quite glamorous this is the opposite, inexpensive and down to earth but in a smart casual way. The delightful Italian owners have been caring for their clientele for ten years, guaranteeing you will be well looked after.

FUNCTIONS
This is a wonderful place for a private function, weddings being their speciality. Accommodates up to eighty seated, with a beautiful terraced area for the bridal table or pre dinner drinks right on the water's edge.

Tip:
Arrive in style with
Water Taxis
H2O Water Taxis Sydney

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entrees

salt & pepper squid | $15.50

haloumi cheese salad | $15.50

scallops half shell lime & ginger 6 | $17.90

tempura soft shell crab | $17.90


mains

seafood rissoto | $28.50

barramundi, prawns in filo pastry | $32.50

salmon fillet teriyaki asian greens | $28.90

lobster mornay half | $39.00


desserts

sticky date pudding | $10.50

hot apple pie & ice cream | $9.50

mango or lemon sorbet | $8.90

pavlova with fresh fruit & cream | $9.50

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Pellegrini's Seafood Restaurant - User Reviews

Anonymous:

What a fabulous spot., location, location location - looking out over a very peaceful and sparkling Sydney Harbour a great way to spend time on a Sunday morning. First time visit for brunch (9-11am) - The staff were very friendly and oh so very helpful. Quality of food was excellent although choice somewhat limited but I appreciate that brunch on a Sunday is not their core business, will definately be back. Please don't change and become too greedy, the restaurant, and staff are just great the way they are. Thank youreview 21/04/2009

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Restaurant Features
Accessible by Water Taxi
Function for 50-100
Harbourside Dining
Outdoor Dining
Private Dining Area
Suitable for Families with children
Suitable for Functions
Suitable for Groups of 10
Suitable for Weddings
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Waterside Dining


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