Da Mario Restaurant

Da Mario sits on Morley Avenue in Rosebery, in Sydney's inner south — an area that's become a busy mix of warehouses-turned-eateries, offices and apartments. A much-loved Italian restaurant, it's built a strong following with the warm, generous cooking and convivial atmosphere of classic Italian dining, the kind of dependable local that draws people back.

The appeal is that combination of crowd-pleasing Italian fare — pizza and pasta done well — and a relaxed, welcoming setting, ideal for a family meal, a casual dinner or a celebration. In an inner-south neighbourhood with a growing food scene, a consistently well-loved Italian spot has become a genuine favourite.

With a 4.6 rating from more than 1,800 reviews, it's clearly keeping its diners happy. Menus, opening hours and pricing change with the seasons, and a popular restaurant fills up on weekends, so it's worth checking current details and booking directly before you go — particularly if you're dining with a group, after a table at a peak time, or planning a relaxed Italian meal.