Popped in here for lunch while visiting Adelaide in January. Friendly, efficient and very helpful staff. Delicious pizza cooked perfectly. Very good value. All good.
The food was not as good as the ones I used to eat in Italy but still the best Italian food I have eaten in Adelaide so far. The staff was very friendly and the service was quite fast.
Ordered the Marinara Pizza (the famous one that won awards) and the Mushroom Risotto. Enjoyed both very much! The pizza sauce tasted house made and very fresh, and the seafood was very fresh. However, the pizza base was just very slightly thicker than my preference - it was a little doughy, but I think this could be traditional and authentic and it’s entirely a matter of preference.
The risotto was very tasty and perfectly seasoned, and it was generously peppered with mushrooms.
Ambience was great, and it was an altogether great dining experience
Have been here two times now and both times were amazing. The pasta tastes so good and you can tell it authentically made. The garlic bread was also incredible, can’t wait to go back and try the award winning pizzas next time!
La Trattoria is an Adelaide institution - it has been around for a long time so it must be doing something right. I hadn't eaten there for almost 20 years but recently returned. They were busy mid-week which was good. This is good home style Italian food. We had quite a large table and our waiter remembered all of our food and drink orders and where they were meant to go without writing anything down!! My pizza had great toppings (and lots of them) and a good base. Even though I went with a small size it was extremely filling. The pastas all looked good with generous serves.
We made a last minute booking at the busiest season of the year. The staff fit us in seamlessly and were very accommodating with our menu options. The food came out in a very reasonable timeframe and tasted fresh. The staff member that took our order was very friendly and they even gave us a piece of cake with a candle in it as it was a team members birthday (that happened to coincide with lunch). Although they do not do split bills because of the busy time period, they did provide us with a cash float so that we were able to change out money when the final bill came. Will come again!
Wanted to eat here for most of the year. When a mate had dinner here and wouldn't stop raving about it, we decided it was worth going together. La Trattoria is definitely an Adelaide institution, I felt like my Grandparents were taking me into their care and feeding me up for the evening. The walls are covered in people-centric memories, and the meals are hearty, packed with flavour, made with love, and generous. I chose the Russa and my dining partner had the Primavera and both pastas were unbelievably good. The Russa was so good, in fact, I'd say it was the best seafood pasta I've had in Adelaide. Dine here - it's a guaranteed good meal with whomever you're choosing to share a meal with.
This place is historic, in feel and in menu, but this is what to love about the place. Authentic Italian food done well. Consistency with what they deliver, they know what they’re good at and they do it well.
Came here for a dinner with friends.
Ambience : cosy 😊
Staff: Courteous. Indulge in quick and enjoyable conversation.
Food: Thumbs Up. We ordered garlic bread, vegetarian pizza and a pasta. The food is full of flavour and not overwhelming. Be cautious, the portion size is good.
Dessert: BEST TIRAMISU EVER!
A must visit! Abhimanyu Khunger
We’ve been to La Trat plenty of times over the years and if you want good quality, hearty and authentic Italian then this is your place. Sure the decor may be looking less than fashionable, but you’re not here for the environment and setting, you’re here for the food and the old school service. Gnocchi are a must, they’re so delicious. Pizzas are also a winner in my book.
These guys could not do more for you. Huge beautiful fresh Italian meals, if you don't want something in the meal, they accommodate with a smile. Outdoor dining was fun and busy and our waiter was right there. We also enjoyed desserts and well priced wine. Bathrooms were clean, kitchen crazy busy, great staff and awesome atmosphere
Lovely restaurant! Food was delicious, I had the chicken/avocado/pesto/tomato pasta and it really was something special. Portions are BIG. Staff was friendly, but serving could have been faster.
We had a such a lovely Sunday evening, enjoying a meal with friends. Although the venue is like taking a step back in time, it is warm and cosy, supported by friendly and genuine service. When our pasta was served, we all stopped talking because we were too distracted by how delicious the food was! Yum!
Great Italian restaurant with very well priced food. The atmosphere is great with friendly waiters, good music and beautiful food. Do yourself a favour and try this place!
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Round #2
Returning to a restaurant you've been to is one thing, but being welcomed back to La Trattoria by Billy and the team is something special.
We all felt like seafood on the night and proceeded to order what was some of freshest seafood I've had for some time; Local Oysters, Prawns & Sea Perch all tasted as though they had been sourced from the ocean that very day, add to that a couple bottles of Moet and we were some very happy campers.
Out Italian waiter, Giacomo, was great value. His charismatic energy and table side banter added to what was a fantastic evening which was topped off with a late night picture with Billy.
Round #1
If ever a restaurant was a institution in SA, then La Trattoria has to be the most iconic of them all.
For almost 50 years, The Tratt (as its affectionately known) has been serving Adelaide locals and global celebrities authentic Italian just like Nonna would cook.
The food here is as honest as a summers days is long. No frills, just damn tasty meals that fill the belly and nourishes the soul.
Our crew noshed its way through a Bruschetta Monte Bianco, Mussels Darinti, Veal Scallopina Florentina, Gamberi Alla Trattoria, Pollo Avocado, Spaghetti Bolognaise and Alla Siciliana.
Even at 10pm the place was absolutely buzzing with the chatter of happy patrons, whilst the staff whizzed around attending to everyones needs.
Special mention to our waitress Teresa who had us captivated with her banter & beautiful smile and whom we have affectionately adopted as our Matka Chrzestna (aka polish god mother)
Best spaghetti marinara in Adelaide, this restaurant is an Adelaide institution. Service prompt, friendly, busy, family business. They will always welcome you and find you a table. Good selection of local and Italian wines.
One of our most favorite Italian restaurants.
Some food we tried are:
1. Seafood gourmet pizza - the award winner 😁
2. Oyster platter with 3 flavours 😁
3. Gnocchi with cheese 😑
4. Butter bread 😑
5. Tiramisu 🙂
A busy restaurant bustling with diners on a Thursday night. I had the spaghetti marinara which was did not disappoint! Lots of seafood all cooked to perfection.
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