Osteria Papazzo, Caffe' Cucina & Vino in New South Wales

"Amazing food, atmosphere and lovely service. You feel cozy and so looked after by christian and the team. We have been for both pasta and Pizza night and its amazing. Blown away by Alesandra's traditional napoli pizzas and never want to eat anything else!"

"This place is the most delicious Italian ever! We went on walk in Thursday night and ate the most amazing pizza! Everything you want it to be, light, crispy, fresh, juicy amazing! The smoked buffalo mozzarella blew my mind and the family run warm gorgeous service is so refreshing in Newcastle! We walked away with warm tummies and hearts! It’s my new regular I reckon! Thank you Alessandra and team!"

"Beautiful atmosphere in this intimate and authentic Italian restaurant. The service is fantastic, beautiful friendly staff! This is our new local when we want to go out for good quality food"

"My partner and I shared a gorgeous dinner at Osteria Papazzo. We felt very welcome from the moment we entered. Perfectly lit and with an excellent ambience, the staff were very friendly and Alessandra went above and beyond to make our night feel special. We started with sourdough and olives, our only regret is that we didn’t get the sourdough with mortadella! For mains we shared the ragu and wagyu, both cooked to perfection. After trialing the excellent selection of gin, I asked for Alessandra’s recommendation of red wine to pair with my meal and I was not disappointed. I would recommend Osteria Papazzo to anyone seeking an authentic, delicious meal in a cosy and relaxing setting. I will be coming back!"

"Alessandro’s food/restaurant has been on my list of places to go since she did the pop ups at good brother. The Italian home style cooking is one of my favourite type of food to eat. In short we loved our whole experience here! The delicious rose, house made focaccia and mackerel were all stand outs to start. I had the mussels and everyone else had the pasta Genovese. My mussels were perfect and very different to the usual sugo style. My dad commented that his pasta reminded him exactly of my Nonna’s pasta. We then finished with the perfect tiramisu. All the staff were so friendly and fun, dining with a baby can be a bit stressful at times but they all loved interacting with him and it put me at ease. I can’t wait to come back, thank you Alessandra and team!"

"I had high expectations for this restaurant because the pictures and reviews look amazing, but unfortunately it didn't go as expected The homemade sourdough and dip were very nice, but when it came to the pasta it was so overcooked that most of it was broken in smaller pieces.. the ragu was tasty but a bit watery, the pumpkin cream was very tasty, but still way overcooked pasta. We didn't get drinks but the tap water was served warm"

"The closest you’ll get to Italy in Newcastle. Alessandra and Christian are a lovely couple who welcome you into their beautiful venue with genuine warmth. The food is authentic, village-style, and superbly prepared, featuring a seasonal selection of Alex’s cherished family recipes. Standout dishes include the ragu, eye fillet, and Alessandra’s homemade sourdough. The atmosphere is inviting, relaxed, and feels like home — a truly special place to share a family meal or a romantic night out for couples."

"There are places you visit… and places you truly feel. Osteria Papazzo is one of those rare gems that stays in your heart. From the very first moment, you’re embraced by a warm, intimate atmosphere that feels like home. Alessandra, the wonderful owner, welcomes you not just as a guest, but almost like family. Her kindness and genuine passion are reflected in every detail. The food is simply extraordinary — crafted with love, care, and exceptional quality ingredients. Every dish tells a story of tradition, creativity, and deep respect for authentic flavors. You don’t just eat here… you experience something special. Dining at Osteria Papazzo isn’t just a meal — it’s an emotion. I can’t recommend it enough, and I already look forward to returning."