CuisineWine bar
Price$$
Neighborhoodnewtown
Last verified

Why locals love it: Newtown bar room with a tiny kitchen out the back doing nose-to-tail Italian plates and natural wine for 25 seats, sister to Bella Brutta.

Tip: Walk-ins only; sit at the bar to watch the kitchen line directly.

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Location

Address: 206 Australia Street, Newtown NSW 2042, Sydney

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