Cipri Italian
Sydney, New South Wales

Saturday nights are always a good test of a restaurant to fire under pressure. Cipri did itself proud. It was busy - but everything just worked so well. This is an elegant and pleasant dining room - it looks cool and and somewhat sophisticated. The parking underneath is a real big bonus. The welcome is friendly and warm and the tables intimate. Lighting is good and the noise level allows for audible conversation. Waiters are knowledgeable and friendly and helpful - and not at all pushy. The menu is not your traditional menu - with many dishes described in an original way. The sesame and black pepper tuna "carpaccio" was delicious - a slight tangy dressing - it was light and flavoursome and complimented the crunchy and delicious arrancini. The whole baby barramundi was simply baked and served with plenty of squeezing lemon - simple and delicious (but oh so many bones). I tried the pappardelle with with duck ragout - and whilst it looked s a little stodgy - tasted ok. The tiramisu and pannacotta were shared - and we left just a little (never a good sign for great desserts). An enjoyable night spent with good friends, good wine in a good restaurant. Show less

This is an elegant and pleasant dining room - it looks cool and and somewhat sophisticated. Waiters are knowledgeable and friendly and helpful. The sesame and black pepper tuna "carpaccio" was delicious - a slight tangy dressing. The whole baby barramundi was simply baked and served with plenty of squeezing lemon. The pappardelle with with duck ragout - tasted ok. An enjoyable night spent with good friends, good wine in a good restaurant. Show less