Mercato e Cucina

Food has this magical way of bringing people together. Never has this been more true than at Mercato e Cucina in Sydney’s Gladesville. Once you step inside this atmospheric restaurant, you will feel as if you’ve come home.

Mercato e Cucina’s décor walks the line between contemporary chic and cosy. Exposed brick walls are warmed by timber tabletops, and the seats look deliciously inviting thanks to the padded backs and bases. And it’s a good thing they are, too—once your food arrives at the table, we’re fairly sure you’ll want to sit and stay a while.

Every dish at this restaurant has a story, whether it’s one steeped in Italian tradition or a modern twist that the cooks, chefs or serving staff have created. Whatever the recipe, the quality is outstanding. Pasta is made in house, and the secondi are sensational. The pizza is perfect for sharing with your nearest and dearest as you talk about your day over an Aperol spritz or two.

And that really is at the heart of Mercato e Cucina—a sense of family. The owners’ vision is to create a culture of food, love and friendship, and they’ve most certainly achieved it. Even the waitstaff go above and beyond to ensure your dining experience is stellar from the moment you sit down.