Restaurant
La Porchetta Restaurant Sydenham
399 Melton Highway Taylors Lakes Watergardens, Sydenham VIC 3038, Australia
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399 Melton Highway Taylors Lakes Watergardens, Sydenham VIC 3038, Australia
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Book NowAbout La Porchetta Restaurant Sydenham
Spacious, bright, and built for bustling family dinners, this Watergardens fixture dishes out generous plates of Italian classics without fuss. Regulars count on the kitchen to tweak orders on demand—whether swapping out napoli for spicy mexicana sauce on a golden parma or tailoring pizza toppings to exact preferences. Tables turn over quickly, leaving parents unbothered while staff escort younger diners over to pick their ice cream scoops. Expect crisp crusts, chilled Moretti on tap, and hearty lamb shanks over potato.
- Custom orders welcome: The kitchen welcomes custom requests, from topping changes to sauce swaps on chicken parmigiana.
- Family-friendly service: Attentive staff keep dinners low-stress, helping younger guests choose their own dessert scoops.
- Hearty plates, fast pace: Generous portions of pizza, pasta, and mains arrive briskly in a wide, well-lit dining space.
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Upcoming events, special menus and other reasons to plan a visit.
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Why Choose La Porchetta Sydenham
Why local families and diners choose La Porchetta Sydenham for Italian staples
Kid-Friendly Family Dining
Families receive prompt service with dedicated value kids' meals and staff who actively welcome and interact with children.
Kids meal was very good value for money and kids were happy.
Mai Gilhooly Generous Portions and Value
Generous portion sizes and hearty servings provide exceptional value across regular Italian favourites.
Huge plates and great value.
Marisa Scerri Welcoming Atmosphere for Parents
Parents dining solo with children feel reassured and supported by welcoming staff who accommodate family needs.
It was so beautiful to be so welcomed as a family
Tanya Corey Dependable Dining Consistency
Patrons enjoy reliable peace of mind knowing the quality and standard remain consistently satisfying on repeat visits.
I've had a few of these pizzas now, on different days of the week & at different times (lunch, dinner, late), & the quality is always there.
Paul Carson Convenient Watergardens Location
Conveniently situated at Watergardens with abundant parking, making it an easy, accessible stop for local diners.
Plenty of on site parking available.
Frank T Accessible Neighbourhood Convenience
A dependable, affordable local hub where families can easily access quality dining without premium prices.
I am so glad that la porchetta Sydenham is a local convenient option for my family.
Lucynda Quattrone
Most popular items
Signature Italian classics and hearty customer favourites
Pizza with the lot
Tried a pizza with the lot & it was magnificent.
Paul Carson Chicken Parmigiana
I ordered their Chicken Parmigiana, and I was not disappointed in the slightest. The portion was generous, and the chicken was perfectly cooked, tender on the inside and crispy on the outside.
Ace Manev Prosciutto pizza
I, myself had a prosciutto pizza, which was lovely
Nicole Sedgman Lamb shanks
Lamb shanks on a bed of potato, yum with a crisp refreshing moretti beer, bellissimo!
Steve C
Frequently Asked Questions
Can you customize pizzas and main dishes?
Yes. The kitchen accommodates custom meal requests, including modifying pizza toppings and replacing sauces on dishes like the chicken parmigiana.
Are there dedicated meal options for children?
Yes. The restaurant provides a dedicated, well-priced kids' meal menu with generous portion sizes and interactive choices like ice cream flavours.
Is on-site parking available at the restaurant?
Yes. The venue offers convenient on-site parking options, including free parking lot access at Watergardens.
What are the portion sizes like?
Servings across pizzas, pastas, and mains are known for being substantial and filling, with options to package leftovers to take home.
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