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Zafferano Trattoria Mediterranea, Paddington, AU-NSW

Zafferano Trattoria Mediterranea

4.6
4.6
145 Reviews
$A41 to $A100
Sicilian
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Zafferano Trattoria Mediterranea

4.6
$A41 to $A100
Sicilian
Paddington

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2 people
19:00
Booked 4 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Charming
  • Good for special occasions
Here at Zafferano, we like to keep things a little old school, from sourcing to serving, our key values remain.
Simone, the Head Chef and co-owner of Zafferano grew up inside the kitchen of his family's restaurant in Porticello, Sicily and brings that passion and authenticity to his food.
We combine local, fresh, seasonal ingredients with passion and tradition, to create a menu that is endlessly devoted to flavour and quality. We have a love for food, for the whole experience. We believe in celebrating just how powerful food can be, from the seed to the plate. Because connection through food is our mission.
Our space is intimate with only 38 seats and the overall vibe of the restaurant really transports you to Sicily with an outdoor courtyard that feels like a traditional Italian piazza.
We have a few signature dishes however the Risotto Marinara & Spaghetti Marinara are definitely at the for front of our menu.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $A41 to $A100
  • Cuisines
    Sicilian, Italian, Mediterranean
  • Hours of Operation
    Wed–Fri 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Sat, Sun 12:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
    0406 681 050
  • Website
    http://www.zafferanotrattoriamediterranea.com/
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Executive Chef
    Simone Crivello

Experiences

  • Sicilian Festa Set Menu

    A$85.00 per person

    Multiple dates available
    For tables of 6 or more we do a Sicilian Festa Shared Set Menu. A Traditional Sicilian Menu designed for sharing. A selection of Antipasti, pastas, risottos, salads, sides and desserts will be placed down the centre of the table in our traditional Sicilian platters and bowls for you to serve yourself. Let the flavours, the atmosphere and the decor transport you to beautiful Sicily for the day or night.

Menu

A little piece of Sicily to share with all of you

Antipasti

  • Panelle, Bread, Olives & Sicilian Olive Oil

    • For 2A$15.00

  • Parmigiana di MelanzaneA$25.00

    Fried eggplant with napoli sauce, cheese and basil

    • Saute Misto

      Mixed seafood sautéed in fresh tomato, garlic, chilli & parsley

      • To ShareA$45.00

    • Saute di SeppieA$35.00

      Cuttle fish sauteed in white wine, garlic, lemon & parsley

      Pasta e Riso

      • Paccheri Gamberi, Cozze, Zucchini e AlmondA$42.00

        Prawns, mussels, zucchini, almonds & cherry tomatoes

        • Linguine Pesto e GamberiA$42.00

          Basil, almonds, garlic, EVO, pecorino & prawns

          • Spaghetti TrapaneseA$38.00

            Fresh tomato, almond meal, garlic, basil, capers & pecorino

            • Risotto or Spaghetti MarinaraA$45.00

              Mussels, clams, cuttlefish, prawns, crab in a light tomato base

              Insalata e Vedure

              • Zafferano CapreseA$32.00

                Ox heart tomatoes, buffalo mozzarella, sicilian olive oil & oregano

                • Insalata PrimaveraA$25.00

                  Endive, spring onions, anchovies & orange

                  • Verdure di StagioneA$15.00

                    Vegetables of the season w/ garlic and chilli

                    • Patate alle ErbeA$15.00

                      Baked Potatoes w/ herbs

                      Aperitivo Plates

                      • Salumi e Formaggi PlateA$37.00

                        Mixed Salumi, mixed cheeses, olives & Bread

                        • Vegetariam/Vegan PlateA$35.00

                          Our famous panelle, olives, mixed cheeses & bread

                          Last updated: 16 November 2022

                          What 145 people are saying

                          Overall ratings and reviews

                          Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

                          4.6
                          4.6 based on recent ratings
                          • 4.5Food
                          • 4.7Service
                          • 4.6Ambience
                          • 4.2Value

                          Noise • Energetic

                          Diners' Choice Awards

                          • Sydney

                            Neighbourhood gem

                          • Eastern Suburbs

                            Neighbourhood gem

                          Review summary

                          AI-generated from verified diner reviews
                          Zafferano Trattoria Mediterranea is a delightful neighborhood gem offering an authentic Sicilian experience. Guests rave about its "family run" charm, "exceptional" service, and "amazing" dishes like the porcini and pork cheek risotto. The cozy ambiance, "delicious" menu, and welcoming atmosphere make it "Sydney's best hidden gem."

                          145 Reviews

                          1. Adrien

                            Sydney

                            8 reviews

                            4.0

                            8 reviews

                            Dined on 2 November 2024

                            1. Overall 4
                            2. Food 4
                            3. Service 5
                            4. Ambience 4
                            Wonderful Sicilian prepared perfectly. And a Wine List that was concise but not overwhelming - just what I like.

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                          2. Nicole

                            Sydney

                            5 reviews

                            5.0

                            5 reviews

                            Dined on 30 October 2024

                            1. Overall 5
                            2. Food 5
                            3. Service 5
                            4. Ambience 5
                            Delicious and fresh. Consistently great food, highly recommend!

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                          3. Bob

                            Sydney

                            2 reviews

                            5.0

                            2 reviews

                            Dined on 30 October 2024

                            1. Overall 5
                            2. Food 5
                            3. Service 4
                            4. Ambience 5
                            Great little spot with both indoor and outdoor tables. Wednesday night had the $40 pasta and wine offer which went down a treat on our table. Worth a visit.

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                          4. wayne

                            Sydney

                            1 review

                            5.0

                            1 review

                            Dined on 24 October 2024

                            1. Overall 5
                            2. Food 5
                            3. Service 5
                            4. Ambience 5
                            We always enjoy going to Zafferano, the food is always outstanding. The hospitality and passion of the Owners always makes the experience very special.

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                          5. Philip

                            Sydney

                            1 review

                            1.0

                            1 review

                            Dined on 28 August 2024

                            1. Overall 1
                            2. Food 1
                            3. Service 1
                            4. Ambience 1
                            I was on a waiting list. It would have been helpful to be informed that I wasn't going to get a table.

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                          6. Lise

                            New York City

                            2 reviews

                            5.0

                            2 reviews

                            Dined on 23 August 2024

                            1. Overall 5
                            2. Food 5
                            3. Service 5
                            4. Ambience 5
                            We had a lovely night dining alfresco with a lovely choice of pasta and salads with a lovely waitress. Highly recommend.

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                          7. Mark

                            Sydney

                            1 review

                            5.0

                            1 review

                            Dined on 11 August 2024

                            1. Overall 5
                            2. Food 5
                            3. Service 5
                            4. Ambience 5
                            A very welcoming, charming neighbourhood restaurant with a genuinely Sicilian menu and style .

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                          8. Phil

                            Sydney

                            1 review

                            5.0

                            1 review

                            Dined on 10 August 2024

                            1. Overall 5
                            2. Food 5
                            3. Service 5
                            4. Ambience 5
                            From the moment we walked in we felt welcome and enjoyed an excellent meal. We will be back next time we are in SYD. Regards Phil

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                          9. Denver

                            Sydney

                            3 reviews

                            5.0

                            3 reviews

                            Dined on 9 August 2024

                            1. Overall 5
                            2. Food 5
                            3. Service 5
                            4. Ambience 5
                            Fabulous neighborhood Sicilian restaurant with food made with love. Always excellent!

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                          10. Lisa

                            Sydney

                            1 review

                            5.0

                            1 review

                            Dined on 25 July 2024

                            1. Overall 5
                            2. Food 5
                            3. Service 5
                            4. Ambience 5
                            An owner operated taste of Sicily, this intimate neighbourhood Trattoria is an absolute gem. Consistently great food, friendly service and relaxed atmosphere.

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                          FAQs

                          Zafferano Trattoria Mediterranea is rated 4.6 stars by 145 OpenTable diners.

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                          A photo of Zafferano Trattoria Mediterranea restaurant

                          Zafferano Trattoria Mediterranea

                          4.6
                          $A41 to $A100
                          Sicilian
                          Paddington

                          Make a booking

                          2 people
                          19:00
                          Booked 4 times today
                          Experiences are available.
                          Google Map for Zafferano Trattoria Mediterranea

                          354 S Dowling St, Paddington, AU-NSW 2021

                          Dining areas

                          Additional information

                          • Area
                            Paddington
                          • Hours of Operation
                            Wed–Fri 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Sat, Sun 12:00 pm–10:00 pm
                          • Price
                            $A41 to $A100
                          • Cuisines
                            Sicilian, Italian, Mediterranean
                          • Dining style
                            Casual Elegant
                          • Dress code
                            Business Casual
                          • Parking details
                            None
                          • Payment Options
                            AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
                          • Executive Chef
                            Simone Crivello
                          • Additional
                            Gluten-free Options, Vegan
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