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Ambrosini's Restaurant

136 Magill Rd, Norwood SA 5067, Australia

Recommended by 47 people

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136 Magill Rd, Norwood SA 5067, Australia

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+61 8 8363 2152
HoursMonday: Closed Tuesday: 12:00 – 2:30 PM, 6:00 – 9:30 PM Wednesday: 12:00 – 2:30 PM, 6:00 – 9:30 PM Thursday: 12:00 – 2:30 PM, 6:00 – 9:30 PM Friday: 12:00 – 2:30 PM, 6:00 – 9:30 PM Saturday: 6:00 – 9:30 PM Sunday: Closed

*Opening hours may differ during holidays.

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About Ambrosini's Restaurant

Norwood’s culinary old guard—steered by the Ambrosini family since 1988, with three generations running the floor and kitchen. Regulars return for genuine ospitalità—attentive service without an ounce of stiff pretension. White linen, candlelit tables, and pre-heated dinner plates so meals stay hot during unhurried conversations. The kitchen turns out house-made gnocchi, chicken livers simmered in prosciutto and brandy, and spaghetti tangled with fresh catch in saffron-tomato broth. Veal in truffled mushrooms shares the table with butter-basted steak, paired against deep cellar selections from Italy and South Australia.

  • Generational Family Heritage: Family-run since 1988 with three generations in the dining room and kitchen, pairing regional Northern Italian classics with warm, unpretentious hospitality.
  • Old-School Refinement: Formal linen table settings and pre-heated dinner plates create an unhurried, polished space for milestone celebrations and relaxed dinners.
  • Regional Northern Italian Specialties: Known for saffron-laced seafood spaghetti in rich broth, chicken livers with prosciutto and sage, and tender veal scaloppine in truffled cream.
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Why Diners Choose Ambrosini's Restaurant

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  • Effortless Milestone Celebrations and Group Dining

    Large family milestones and celebrations run smoothly without friction, handled with quiet efficiency and personalized care for every guest.

    Everyone’s preferences were accommodated, with that low key professionalism and efficiency that they are so well known for.

    Annette

  • Warm Multi-Generational Family Welcome

    Group gatherings receive genuine personal hospitality from the owners and floor staff, making every generation feel right at home.

    No request was too hard. Made us feel like family.

    Patricia Bigiolli

  • Authentic Regional Northern Italian Dining

    Decades of authentic Northern Italian recipes and culinary tradition bring the rich, comforting flavors of regional Italy directly to Norwood.

    We left feeling as though we had spent an evening in Northern Italy, right here in Norwood.

    Kathrin Dressler

  • Extensive Italian Wine List and Thoughtful Pairings

    Curated Italian vintages and cellar favorites are expertly paired with signature pastas and second courses by knowledgeable hosts.

    The wine list from Italys finest, to the cuisine itself, in my view, the very best northern Italian food in Adelaide; It remains a treasured favourite!

    Graeme Baird

  • Refined Elegance Free from Pretension

    Linen-draped tables and classic elegance provide a sophisticated dining room experience without stiffness or pretension.

    Beautiful atmosphere without the ‘stuffy’ vibe and the real winner was service.

    Julie Cooper

  • Generational Hospitality for Memorable Occasions

    Three generations of hands-on family ownership deliver heartfelt attentiveness that turns anniversaries and romantic nights into cherished memories.

    This lovely restaurant now has the third generation 'on the tools', and its a brilliant place. Paul and Remo, you made our special occasion very special indeed.

    Charles Grover

Perennial Northern Italian highlights regularly celebrated across decades of dining.

  • Spaghetti Tutto Mare

    Spaghetti Tutto Mare showcased fresh seafood with just the right touch of tomato, saffron, and chilli.

    Kathrin Dressler

  • Fegatini di Pollo alla Salvia

    The Fegatini di Pollo alla Salvia was rich and comforting, with the chicken livers, prosciutto, sage, and brandy sauce coming together perfectly.

    Kathrin Dressler

  • House-Made Gnocchi

    House made gnocchi had perfect texture.

    Issy Victoria

  • Porterhouse Steak

    The butter sauce was amazing and it improved the overall satisfaction of the Porterhouse steak to another level.

    Pat Chung

Other favorites

Complement your dinner with traditional contorni and sweet finishes—visit the website to view the seasonal selections and reserve your table.

  • Duck Fat Potatoes

    duck risotto was great, likewise the duck fat potatoes.

    Hols Rob

  • Chocolate and Frangelico Mousse

    with the most delicious dessert- we had the chocolate and frangelico mousse.

    Alex Chapman

  • Traditional Tiramisu

    Dessert was the traditional tiramisu served out of a bowl. This was very nice, not too strong or overpowering

    Mark Annese

  • Zucchini

    The zucchini reminded me of my Nonna’s cooking and I loved it.

    Issy Victoria

Beyond the menu

Thoughtful, above-expectation operational details that define the Ambrosini's dining experience.

  • Pre-Heated Dinner Plates

    Dinner plates arrive pre-heated to the table, allowing guests to savor each course at an unhurried pace without their meal cooling down.

  • Personal Guest Follow-Through

    Floor staff recall personal circumstances between visits, taking time to ask after family details such as a recovering pet.

  • Hands-On Owner Guidance

    Owners Paul and Remo are actively present on the floor and in the kitchen, personally guiding diners through dish selections and wine pairings.

  • Attentive Care Across Generations

    The dining room thoughtfully accommodates young children across family generations from infancy with attentive care and calm efficiency.

Frequently Asked Questions

Should you make a reservation in advance?

Table bookings are strongly recommended, particularly during busy evenings and for group dining. The restaurant accepts reservations.

What style of food and signature dishes can you expect?

The menu focuses on classic Northern Italian cuisine, with notable highlights including fresh seafood pasta like spaghetti marinara, house-made gnocchi, chicken livers in brandy sauce, and seasonal meat or fish mains. Plates are pre-heated so dishes stay warm throughout unhurried dining.

Are the portion sizes generous?

Yes. Portions are generous, ranging from hearty pasta entrees and substantial mains to shareable starters, so you will not leave hungry.

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