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Parlamento

140 North Terrace, Adelaide SA 5000, Australia

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140 North Terrace, Adelaide SA 5000, Australia

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+61 8 8231 3987
HoursMonday: Closed Tuesday: Closed Wednesday: Closed Thursday: Closed Friday: Closed Saturday: Closed Sunday: Closed

*Opening hours may differ during holidays.

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About Parlamento

Directly opposite the casino, Parlamento dishes out massive, steaming bowls of unpretentious pasta with warm Italian hospitality. Regulars flock here for the legendary spaghetti marinara—mounded with fresh seafood in a savoury rose sauce—alongside rich beef ragu and penne gamberi. Longtime owners and veteran floor staff work the crowded dining room with easy banter and seasoned timing, keeping pours of Italian wine moving as fast as the orders. Plates arrive without fuss or micro-garnishes, leaving just enough room to split a bowl of tiramisu.

  • Generous Italian Classics: Heaping bowls of spaghetti marinara with mixed seafood and slow-cooked ragu, served without fussy garnishes.
  • Veteran Front-of-House Hosting: Hands-on hospitality from longtime owners and veteran servers who work the room with warmth and humor.
  • Pre-Theatre Pace: Fast kitchen pacing makes it a dependable stop before shows along North Terrace.
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Why Choose Parlamento

Discover why Adelaide diners turn to Parlamento for classic Italian dining on North Terrace.

  • Generously Portioned Homestyle Pasta

    Bowls of traditional marinara and pasta are served in hearty portions packed with abundant fresh seafood and rich, classic sauces.

    This is where you should go when you’re craving for a big bowl of good pasta. We ordered 4 different type of pasta and they were all very delicious. Portion size was huge.

    2lo

  • Classic Unpretentious Italian Flavours

    Dishes avoid avant-garde garnishes and unnecessary fluff, highlighting authentic Italian recipes prepared with quality ingredients.

    No fluff nor pretentious garnishes, just genuine hospitality, delicious flavours with high quality product.

    Mathew Yong

  • Hands-On Veteran Owner Hospitality

    Dining floor presence by long-tenured owners and veteran staff brings humor, attentive care, and personal connection to every table.

    The food and service was excellent and the attention afforded to us by the owner (Ralph) was next to none.

    Elvira Rosmini

  • Vibrant Family-Style Dining Room

    The warm, welcoming dining room creates an ambiance reminiscent of sitting down for a meal in a lively Italian family residence.

    Felt like we had been invited in to a family home in Italy for dinner

    Elizabeth Barker

  • Welcoming Hospitality That Treats You Like a VIP

    Guests receive personalized, attentive care that makes special milestones and casual evenings feel exceptionally celebrated.

    Rafael and the team made us feel like we were VIPs.

    MK

  • Hearty Comfort That Completely Satisfies

    Generous servings and unpretentious execution provide hearty, dependable comfort that satisfies authentic cravings.

    A fantastic place for a date or just a nice meal in general, authentic, filling, and worth every dollar

    Daniel Morton Jones

Beloved signature pastas and morning espresso on North Terrace

  • Spaghetti Marinara

    I've had the Spaghetti Marinara a few times and its always been spot on, great sauce flavour great amount of fresh seafood and very tasty and generous servings.

    Ben (South Australia Vibes)

  • Beef Ragu

    We shared one of the best beef ragu dishes I’ve ever tasted with sides accompanied by a beautiful Lonely Barrel Shiraz from Barossa.

    Paul Hastings

  • Morning Coffee

    You must have the best coffee at Parlamento every morning! Just along the way from Adelaide Railway Station, in lanai area of Parlamento, Rafaelle will make the best one for you!

    Connie C

  • Penne Gamberi

    Penne Gamberi’s flavour was amazing

    Mathew Yong

Beyond the menu

Memorable details and hospitality touches that define the Parlamento experience.

  • Hands-On Owner & Veteran Hosting

    Owner Ralph and multi-decade veterans personally wait tables, chat with diners, and bring warm Italian hospitality to every visit.

  • Attentive Pre-Theatre Dining Care

    Guests arriving before evening performances are attentively looked after to ensure delicious courses are served smoothly with ample time for curtain call.

  • Heartwarming Morning Commuter Service

    Early morning commuters heading from Adelaide Railway Station are welcomed by name with personalized service and uplifting barista hospitality.

  • Thoughtful Complimentary Bread Service

    Dinners commence with prompt drink service accompanied by a complimentary basket of bread paired with soft, easily spreadable room-temperature butter.

Before you head over

Key dining tips to make the most of your visit to Parlamento

  • Reserve Ahead

    Tables fill up quickly even on weeknights like Tuesday, so booking ahead is strongly recommended to guarantee a table.

  • Expect Substantial Portions

    Portion sizes are especially generous—often featuring huge pasta bowls and dishes packed with seafood—so plan your ordering accordingly.

  • Coordinate Pre-Show Timing

    If you are heading to an evening show on North Terrace, let the staff know; the floor team coordinates table service to keep your timing seamless.

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