Primi Italian

Primi Italian is a drinks-led Italian venue in Sydney CBD, with a broad list that gives equal attention to Italian bottles and selections from Australia, New Zealand, France, Croatia and beyond. The wine menu spans sparkling, rosé, Moscato, Pinot Noir, Merlot, Sauvignon Blanc, Chardonnay, Pinot Grigio, Riesling, Shiraz and Cabernet blends, with Italian whites and reds including Soave, Pecorino, Chianti, Barbera, Nebbiolo, Amarone and Barolo.

There is plenty of choice by the glass as well as by the bottle, and the list includes accessible options alongside premium and rare releases. Standouts include Dom Pérignon, Penfolds Grange, Brunello di Montalcino and Barolo, while the Italian white section offers styles ranging from crisp, citrus-led wines to fuller, more aromatic pours.

Cocktails cover familiar favourites such as the Negroni, Bellini, Margarita, Old Fashioned and Aperol Spritz, alongside Italian-leaning serves including the Limoncello Spritz, Primi Martini and Arrivederci. Beer drinkers can choose from Peroni, Birra Moretti, Carlton Draught, Newtowner and other bottled options, while non-drinkers have soft drinks, juices, San Pellegrino and a fruit punch mocktail available.

Based on the published menu, Primi Italian is best suited to a CBD wine stop, an after-work drink or a group looking for a varied Italian and international drinks list. The supplied website material focuses on beverages rather than food, so check directly with the venue for its current dining offering.