About the restaurant
Restaurant Maria brings the sun-soaked spirit of southern Italy to the heart of Surry Hills. This stylish, intimate space pays homage to the owners’ Calabrian heritage with handmade pasta, coastal seafood, and rustic, soulful flavours. Signature dishes include the blue swimmer crab spaghettini and lamb shoulder with anchovy jus, while the wine list leans heavily Italian with a strong natural focus. Elegant without being fussy, Maria combines modern Australian technique with Old World heart. From the warm, familial welcome to the beautifully plated fare, it’s a dining experience steeped in both heritage and hospitality.