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Pastarami

175 Swan St, Richmond VIC 3121, Australia

Recommended by 16 people

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175 Swan St, Richmond VIC 3121, Australia

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+61 3 9529 6196
HoursMonday: Closed Tuesday: 12:00 – 2:30 PM, 5:00 – 10:00 PM Wednesday: 12:00 – 2:30 PM, 5:00 – 10:00 PM Thursday: 12:00 – 2:30 PM, 5:00 – 10:00 PM Friday: 12:00 – 2:30 PM, 5:00 – 10:00 PM Saturday: 12:00 – 2:30 PM, 5:00 – 10:00 PM Sunday: 12:00 – 3:00 PM, 5:00 – 9:30 PM

*Opening hours may differ during holidays.

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About Pastarami

Pastarami blends snug Swan Street wine-bar warmth with serious handmade pasta, rich ragù, and sharp house cocktails. Tables fill fast with date-nighters tucked into quiet corners and friends sharing rounds of warm focaccia dipped in stracciatella. Midweek diners head in for set specials—from Tuesday potato gnocchi paired with tiramisu to Wednesday steak frites—while groups lean into shared tasting menus with quick bill-splitting. Drinks range from a balanced negroni to crisp house pours, finishing up over layered espresso tiramisu.

  • Midweek Dining Specials: Weekly set menus spotlight a $45 Tuesday gnocchi and tiramisu dinner alongside a $38 Wednesday steak frites and drink special.
  • Dedicated Vegan Menu: A full plant-based lineup serves dishes like vegan vodka pasta alongside traditional offerings.
  • Group Gatherings & Easy Split Bills: Group catchups run smoothly with multi-course set menus and seamless table bill-splitting.
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Why Guests Choose Pastarami

Discover why diners choose Pastarami for romantic evenings, casual midweek dinners, and lively group gatherings in Richmond.

  • Handmade Pasta and Authentic Italian Classics

    House-made pasta specialities including beef ragu and potato gnocchi are paired with signature desserts like creamy tiramisu.

    the gnocchi was pillow soft and the serving was generous. We each got individual tiramisu’s - the serving was generous and so creamy and delicious.

    dawn abbott

  • Dedicated Full Vegan Menu Options

    A dedicated plant-based pasta selection featuring dishes such as vegan vodka pasta ensures seamless dining for vegan guests.

    happy to see they had a whole vegan menu. service was quick and friendly, and prices are pretty reasonable.

    Rachael Martin

  • Thoughtful Hospitality for Date Nights

    Attentive floor staff orchestrate romantic dinner reservations with personalized seating and thoughtful pacing.

    The staff sat us at a romantic spot and were some of the best staff I have ever seen. When I payed they asked if the spot was nice, they checked in the perfect amount of times and made sure the date was perfect!

    William Bessemer

  • Warm and Relaxed Neighbourhood Ambience

    A calm, welcoming dining room creates an unhurried, comfortable atmosphere for unwinding and dining.

    Staff were lovely and welcoming and the ambience they set was so calm and inviting. Definitely will be back!

    Indiana Tsiros

  • Shareable Menus for Group Dining

    Shareable feast options like the $59 chef's tasting menu make long lunches and social dinners effortless for groups.

    Had the best long lunch here with friends! The staff were so friendly, and the restaurant has such a warm, welcoming vibe. The set menu was absolutely delicious

    Sally K

  • Frictionless Bill Splitting for Social Gatherings

    An integrated digital checkout workflow removes table payment friction, allowing parties to split bills without hassle.

    Their payment system is the best in the business too, easy to split bills, so great for groups or a catch up with friends.

    Aaron Soroka

Customer favourites and signature mains

  • Gnocchi

    the gnocchi was pillow soft and the serving was generous

    dawn abbott

  • Steak Frites

    The steak frites was cooked to a perfect medium rare

    Emma Vanheems

  • Mushroom & Thyme Pasta

    I enjoyed their mushroom & thyme pasta

    Indiana Tsiros

  • Vegan Vodka Pasta

    it was great to see a vegan vodka pasta on the menu

    Rachael Martin

Other favorites

Desserts, starters, and signature drinks

  • Tiramisu

    the serving was generous and so creamy and delicious

    dawn abbott

  • Focaccia

    paired perfectly with the focaccia

    dawn abbott

  • Stracciatella

    We loved the stracciatella - it was so well seasoned

    dawn abbott

  • Pear Sour

    His Pear Sour cocktail delicious and something I would come back for multiple times.

    Audrey Wilkins

Beyond the menu

Thoughtful hospitality details and deliberate touches that elevate dining on Swan Street.

  • Tailored Date-Night Seating

    Guests requesting a romantic table in advance are accommodated with secluded seating, with staff checking in discretely to ensure the atmosphere is right.

  • Dedicated Vegan Pasta Menu

    Beyond standard vegetarian options, the kitchen maintains a dedicated vegan pasta menu featuring plant-based specialties like vegan vodka pasta.

  • Course-Complete Midweek Specials

    Mid-week promotions are paired with complete courses, including a Tuesday gnocchi night that finishes with individual house tiramisus.

  • Frictionless Group Bill Splitting

    Groups dining together benefit from an integrated table payment setup configured specifically for individual bill splitting at checkout.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does Pastarami offer mid-week dining deals or specials?

Pastarami runs popular mid-week specials, including a $45 Tuesday gnocchi, entree, and tiramisu special, as well as a $38 Wednesday steak frites deal with wine or beer. They also offer affordable set and lunch deals.

Are there vegan options or accommodations for dietary requirements?

Yes. Alongside classic pasta and Italian plates, Pastarami offers a dedicated vegan menu, including options like vegan vodka pasta, and staff are happy to accommodate dietary requests.

Can groups easily split the bill and share set menus?

Yes. The venue is well suited for group gatherings and date nights, offering chef's sharing menus and a seamless payment system configured for easy bill splitting. Reservations are also accepted.

Is outdoor seating available?

Yes. While indoor dining offers a cosy, intimate setting, outdoor seating is available along Swan Street for dining outside on warm evenings.

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