Taste of Tuscany
Carlingford, Sydney
Restaurant in Sydney, Australia
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Price
$20–30per person
Dress
Casual
Why go
Taste of Tuscany is a practical Carlingford choice for an easy Sydney dinner, especially for relaxed celebrations or groups that value convenience over a high-profile booking. Go for a low-friction neighbourhood meal; choose a more defined peer if cocktails, awards, or a chef-led format are the reason for booking.
About Taste of Tuscany
Taste of Tuscany is a Sydney venue with opening hours from Wednesday to Sunday and a casual dress code.
The clearest use case is a low-pressure visit where the known schedule suits your plans. It is closed on Monday and Tuesday, opens in the evening on Wednesday, runs from 11:30 AM through 9 PM on Thursday to Saturday, and opens from 12 PM to 9 PM on Sunday.
A Sydney choice with casual dress and confirmed hours
The dress code is casual, which makes Taste of Tuscany easier to consider for relaxed plans than for occasions that require a formal setting. The current confirmed hours are Wednesday 5–9 PM, Thursday to Saturday 11:30 AM–9 PM, and Sunday 12–9 PM, with Monday and Tuesday closed.
Where it fits in a Sydney short list
For Sydney decision-making, Taste of Tuscany is worth considering when its confirmed opening hours and casual dress code match the plan. For broader Sydney browsing, start with Pearl's Sydney restaurants guide, then use Sydney bars, Sydney hotels, Sydney wineries, and Sydney experiences if the outing needs more than one stop.
Planning details
- Hours
- Monday: Closed · Tuesday: Closed
- Location
- 314 Pennant Hills Rd, Carlingford NSW 2118, Australia
- Reservations
- Book on OpenTable
- Website
- tasteoftuscany.com.au
- Phone
- 02 9872 1022
The take
The Take
The Vibe
Taste of Tuscany presents a measured, classic take on regional Italian cooking. The menu and the writing around it prioritise discipline and ingredient quality over flash, so the room reads as purposeful rather than decorative: dishes are built to reveal provenance and technique. Located in suburban Carlingford, the restaurant rejects high-volume, filler-heavy Italian formats and instead offers a quietly focused experience rooted in Tuscan tradition. Expect a place that values restraint: the kind of neighbourhood spot where provenance and proper technique are the main attractions, and where a well-made pappardelle or bistecca carries the conversation.
Best For
This venue is best for diners seeking a thoughtful, ingredient-led Italian meal: particularly an evening where courses are meant to be experienced as a sequence. The description’s emphasis on antipasti, hand-rolled pasta and a protein-forward secondo points to dinner service that rewards pacing and attention. It suits people who prefer provenance and technique over novelty: small groups or couples who want a composed Tuscan sequence rather than quick, high-volume plates. Because the restaurant deliberately avoids shortcuts, it’s a good fit for anyone after authentic regional cooking outside the inner-city precincts.
Ordering Tips
Follow the traditional Tuscan arc the kitchen offers: begin with simple, bright antipasti, cured meats, aged cheeses and bruschetta with good olive oil, to open the palate rather than fill it. Move to a primo of hand-rolled pasta with a long-cooked ragu, where texture and sauce depth are central. For secondo choose a protein-focused plate with minimal, classic accompaniments (beans or sautéed greens) so the main ingredient stands on its own. Finish with a classic dessert such as tiramisu to close the sequence. Share plates where possible to sample the kitchen’s discipline.
Venue details
Ambiance
Warm and inviting atmosphere with friendly service suitable for family meals.
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Vibe
Best For
Experience
Sourcing
At the Table
- Dress Code
- Casual
- Noise Level
- Conversational
- Service Style
- Upscale Casual
- Meal Pacing
- Standard
- Capacity
- Medium
- Kitchen
- Traditional
- Menu Format
- A la carte
- Dietary
- Vegetarian friendly, Gluten-free options
Signature Dishes
- Pizza
- Pasta
- Schnitzel Parmigiana
- Tiramisu
Know before you go
Know Before You Go
- Getting there
- 314 Pennant Hills Rd, Carlingford NSW 2118, Australia
Planning details
Hours
- Monday
- Closed
- Tuesday
- Closed
- Wednesday
- 5–9 PM
- Thursday
- 11:30 AM–9 PM
- Friday
- 11:30 AM–9 PM
- Saturday
- 11:30 AM–9 PM
- Sunday
- 12–9 PM
Location
314 Pennant Hills Rd, Carlingford NSW 2118, Australia · Directions
Also consider
Where to book if this is not the right fit
If the group wants a more interactive dinner, cross-shop Takumi Yakiniku. If mixed preferences or a broader menu brief matter more, try East West Kitchen instead.
Restaurant context
How Taste of Tuscany compares in Sydney
Taste of Tuscany is the low-friction choice in this set: easier to plan around than a more format-specific meal, and better suited to relaxed groups than diners chasing a clearly defined drinks or chef-led experience. Takumi Yakiniku is the better fit when the group wants a more interactive, meat-focused dinner, while Colors of India makes more sense when spice, vegetarian flexibility, and sharing dishes are the priority.
For value-minded diners, compare the occasion rather than the cuisine. Mike's Grill is the clearer choice for a casual grill night, while 1021 Mediterranean is a stronger cross-shop if the group wants a broader Mediterranean brief. East West Kitchen is the more flexible pick when mixed tastes matter. Taste of Tuscany wins when Carlingford convenience and a calmer dinner plan matter more than a tightly defined concept.
Around this place
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Unlock the full Taste of Tuscany guide in Pearl, including awards, comparisons, FAQs, planning details, and nearby places.
Compare Taste of Tuscany
| Venue | Location | Awards |
|---|---|---|
| Taste of Tuscany | Sydney | No published awards |
| Takumi Yakiniku | Sydney | No published awards |
| Colors of India | Sydney | No published awards |
| Mike's Grill | Sydney | No published awards |
| 1021 Mediterranean | Sydney | No published awards |
| East West Kitchen | Sydney | No published awards |
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Is daytime or evening better at Taste of Tuscany?
The hours include evening timing from Wednesday to Sunday. Earlier opening times are listed on Thursday, Friday, and Saturday from 11:30 AM, and on Sunday from 12 PM. Choose based on the confirmed hours, and contact the venue if you need details about menus or service format.
What are alternatives to Taste of Tuscany in Sydney?
For other venues to compare, consider Takumi Yakiniku, Colors of India, Mike's Grill, East West Kitchen, 1021 Mediterranean, or other Sydney venues depending on the kind of outing you want.
Is Taste of Tuscany good for a special occasion?
It may suit a relaxed occasion if the confirmed hours and casual dress code fit your plans.
