The Restaurant Pendolino
Last updatedβ 4.5 Β· 739 Google reviews
The Restaurant Pendolino is a modern Italian fine dining restaurant on Level 2 of the Strand Arcade in the Sydney CBD. It feels polished and quiet enough for conversation, suiting dates and celebrations. It does best with fresh pasta and set menus. Wynyard Park is about five minutes' walk away.
Cuisine at The Restaurant Pendolino
Food at The Restaurant Pendolino
Fresh pasta is made daily in a dedicated pasta kitchen, and the squid ink pasta is the dish diners name most. Menus include a la carte at two or three courses, a six-course degustation, and an express lunch and dinner. One diner found the tasting-style starters interesting, with a range of flavours and textures. Vegetarian dishes are on the menu. The kitchen uses a selection of extra virgin olive oils throughout.
What to order: Squid ink pasta with seafood
Drinks at The Restaurant Pendolino
Wine is the drinks focus. The Restaurant Pendolino has been recognised with three glasses in the Australian Wine List of the Year awards. A BYO private cellar option runs at lunch and dinner. One diner called the wine great.
Private dining and group events
Award-winning private dining rooms sit within the restaurant, suited to corporate functions, birthdays, engagements, weddings and boardroom meetings. Group and private dining menus are available. One visitor hosted a dinner celebrating NSW producers during Vivid 2026 and said the staff planned the evening with care.
What customers say about The Restaurant Pendolino
- π¬Warm, attentive staff who go out of their way for guests
- π¬Lovely atmosphere, quiet enough to talk and suited to dates
- π¬Squid ink pasta and the tiramisu praised by diners
- π¬Some diners find portions small for the price
Tips for visiting The Restaurant Pendolino
- βIf you're hungry, add a second course or choose the degustation, as some diners find portions small for the price.
- βReservations are taken through the restaurant's website, so book ahead for dinner.
Getting to The Restaurant Pendolino
The Restaurant Pendolino is on Level 2 of The Strand Arcade, 414 George Street, Sydney NSW 2000, in shop 100 of the arcade.
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FAQ about The Restaurant Pendolino
What cuisine does The Restaurant Pendolino serve?
It serves modern Italian fine dining, with fresh pasta made daily in its own pasta kitchen.
Can I book a table at The Restaurant Pendolino?
Yes, reservations are taken through the restaurant's website.
Is The Restaurant Pendolino BYO?
Yes, it offers a BYO private cellar option at lunch and dinner, where you bring a bottle from your own cellar.
Does The Restaurant Pendolino have vegetarian options?
Yes, the menu includes vegetarian dishes.