Great Italian Food
John's story
I moved from Sicily to Australia when I was 8 years old.
I was 16 when I got my first job as a waiter at a restaurant in Lilyfield. I only got paid a few dollars a day so I had to make all my money in tips. Norton Street was very vibrant back then, a place for everyone. I started cooking in 1988 and I haven’t looked back. I’ve worked all over Sydney, many of my loyal customers have known me for years and I've watched their kids grow up!
I opened my 7th restaurant in Leichhardt in 2007 called ‘Settimo’ - Italian for 7th. And with a lot of long hours and hard work and maybe all of the lucky 7’s, we're still here.
We treat our customers and staff like family. Come and have a limoncello with me!
Google Reviews
This place is a survivor in a very competitive environment.
I have been coming here for years and it is always top notch.
Daniella, 2020
Fresh Grilled Octopus
John's famous char-grilled octopus served with fresh lemon and chilli infused virgin oil.
Pictured here with our oven baked garlic bread.
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Subject to Availability.
Chicken Parmigiana
An Aussie-Italian classic. Chicken breast with marinated eggplant, tomato and mozzarella cheese served with roast vegetables.
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Available Dine In and Takeaway
Nannata Fritters
Fresh white bait, battered with egg and flour, lightly fried fritti-style. Served on a rich bed of lettuce and lemon.
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Subject to Availability.
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