Restaurant
Pastificio Sandro
822 High St, Thornbury VIC 3071, Australia
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822 High St, Thornbury VIC 3071, Australia
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Handmade pasta rolled fresh in-house and poured natural wines define this intimate Thornbury spot. Far from a grazing-only bar, the kitchen turns out tender charred lamb skewers with walnut and citrus gremolata alongside delicate, ricotta-and-pumpkin-stuffed bottoni glazed in crema di zucca. Regulars note the hospitality runs exceptionally warm—often arriving with extra sea salt focaccia to mop up the sauce.
- Fresh in-house pasta: Delicate bottoni stuffed with ricotta and pumpkin, mezze maniche all'amatriciana, and spaghettini in seafood bisque are crafted on-site.
- Beyond bar snacks: Intimate wine counter vibe paired with a full kitchen serving charred lamb skewers, grilled prawns, and house focaccia.
- Warm neighborhood service: A cozy, welcoming room where attentive staff look after guests with generous touches like extra focaccia for pasta sauces.
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Why Choose Pastificio Sandro
Why diners choose Pastificio Sandro for fresh handmade pasta and Italian wine dining.
Expertly Crafted In-House Pasta
Every pasta dish is rolled and crafted fresh on-site, showcasing precise cooking across traditional and specialized pasta cuts.
All the pasta is made fresh here, and expertly made at that.
Julia Ellul Distinctive Regional Pasta Shapes
The kitchen curates distinctive pasta shapes and refined pairings like pumpkin and ricotta bottoni with balsamic and pine nuts.
I was so excited to try the bottoni (a new pasta shape for me!) and thought the pasta was perfectly cooked.
Julia Ellul Intimate Neighborhood Atmosphere
A warm and cozy setting along High Street creates a welcoming ambiance for evening dinners and gatherings.
We loved the intimate vibe and will definitely return.
Sarina Lirosi Restaurant-Calibre Wine Bar Dining
Beyond wine and grazing bites, the menu features standout prepared entrees such as tender grilled lamb skewers and fresh seafood.
Pastifico Sandro had some of the most excellent food I’ve ever had at a wine bar
Julia Ellul Generous and Attentive Hospitality
Attentive hospitality includes personalized touches, thoughtful wine pours, and friendly team interactions.
The service was great, we even got given extra focaccia to mop up the pasta sauce (🥹) and extra wine to finish off an opened bottle for no extra cost.
Julia Ellul Personal and Welcoming Care
Staff members ensure guests feel immediately welcomed and cared for throughout their visit.
Thank you Ren for welcoming us :). We’ll be back for sure!
Hiroki Chihaya
Most popular items
Signature handmade pasta and standout cooked dishes
Butternut pumpkin and ricotta filled bottoni
The standouts for me were the lamb skewer (SO soft and tender, melted in your mouth) and the butternut pumpkin and ricotta bottoni. I was so excited to try the bottoni (a new pasta shape for me!) and thought the pasta was perfectly cooked.
Julia Ellul Charred lamb skewer
The standouts for me were the lamb skewer (SO soft and tender, melted in your mouth)
Julia Ellul Grilled prawns
Among the food we ordered, we particularly loved the grilled prawns - the sauce was just 🤤
Hiroki Chihaya Spaghettini with bisque
Spaghettini with bisque was delicious and outstanding!!!
Dorene Mae
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