Ambrosini's Restaurant

Dont't usually write reviews...Rang Ambrosini's Restaurant on Valentines Day, fairly late, but young girl on 'phone booked us in for 2 at 8.30pm.Turned up on time and was greeted at door by ? the owner..polite..table was'nt ready so showed us to the Bar (hoping we would buy drinks I assume). Not a big place, quite intimate,but of course busy,being Valentines Day.Given menu's (which seemed different to the main menu we looked at online...less choice's.).Waited about 20 mins before asked for our order.Said we wanted just a main meal.We chose and order was taken.Waitress nice.Another 20 mins ellapsed and the same waitress came up to us and said they were doing a set menu for that night $90 per person (entree,main and dessert.) She apologised the girl on the phone, when we booked, did't tell us.We said we just wanted main meal..the waitress said she would ask boss.She returned about 15mins later (I think she had forgotten us) and said that the boss was ok with just the main meals.We waited and waited and waited for our meal..was given wrong order initially then waited 1 and a half hours in all to get our meal.What arrived was 2 pieces of porterhouse in watered gravy for me and a strange looking duck meal for the other person.We went thru 2 bottles of sparkling water..the only fluid we had.They were supposed to close at 9.30PM...We didnt get our meals till 9.45pm..1 young waiter was giving out wrong meals..another older guy..who looked a bit out of place..loved slamming drawers next to our table another waitress kept dropping plates back from tables..We paid the bill..$106.37 (includes a surcharge)...and left disgusted..I know it was Valentines Day but if the place is busy they should be able to cope..better staff..better service happy customer...Because its Magill Rd and has 5 star reviews (one of the reasons we chose this place)..I certainly would NOT give this 5 stars.I say it as I see it..Visited many other places...not very many would get 1 star from me...

Absolutely love amazing food here! We enjoyed every single dish, very yummy and beautifully served. Staff here is friendly, patient and knowledgeable too

We were greeted with smiles upon entry, the restaurant has a contemporary look with soft lighting and candle lit tables. Could not fault the service, aside from trainee staff learning hick-ups but it gave us all something to laugh about together for the night.The northern Italian dishes we had were rich in flavours, the drinks were fabulous, I love that the pretty butter complimented the warm side rolls. Although the potato gnocchi melted in your mouth, it needed slightly more pinch of salt so did the stracciatella, the veal was perfectly tender, the ragù was perfectly cooked, and the oysters were fresh. The house made desserts were good and coffee came with complimentary Biscotti di Meliga. Definitely had a fine dining experience.The rest rooms could do with a revamp to suit with the rest of the decor.Street Parking can be a little challenging

Always amazing! Good food and great staff

Incredible lunch with my daughter! Gnocchi, pasta, duck and seasonal vegetables. Heaven! I am not a fan of gnocchi however took a sneaky bite off my daughters plate and wow. I loved the dish. Fantastic wine list with both local and imported high quality wines. Beautiful atmosphere without the ‘stuffy’ vibe and the real winner was service. Just perfect, it’s a rarity when you get the perfect service anymore. So walked out of lunch on cloud nine. I will be back!

Vary accommodating and professional service.Good price for quality of food.Vary traditional North Italian food, I would not mind seeing some more modern inspiration in the menu.

$169The pasta was the highlight:Gnocci entrée was so soft & melting.Prawn saffron rice had mild flavours with some herbs.Porterhouse was like anywhere else.Semifredo was light, very pleasant.Staffs and owners were genuinely caring and friendly.

My first visit but dining with 4 women who enjoy this restaurant for birthday celebrations. We had a round table for 8 which was great for conversations. Service was good but a little stretched as the restaurant filled. Wine prices were a bit higher than expected for the the wines we chose. The mains specials were attractive and 2 women chose the barramundi they usually order. I enjoyed my veal rib steak - grilled to my spec. The share veg dishes were ordinary. Warm and convivial atmosphere regulars obviously enjoy