Restaurant Santino

Maralto

a year ago

Restaurant Santino is a true gem, delivering a perfect combination of warm hospitality, impeccable service, and outstanding Italian cuisine. From the moment we stepped inside, we were welcomed with genuine friendliness and knowledgeable guidance from the staff. Louis, in particular, was incredibly helpful, ensuring our experience was seamless and memorable. We were seated at the bar, and it turned out to be the perfect spot. We had a fantastic time watching the team in action while enjoying the lively yet intimate atmosphere. The food was exceptional, with every dish showcasing thoughtful preparation and bold flavors. The absolute highlight was the whipped Gorgonzola with patatine fritte, a dangerously addictive combination that we hope never leaves the menu. The conchiglie with prawn was beautifully balanced, allowing the freshness of the seafood to shine, while the mafaldine with lamb was rich, comforting, and deeply satisfying. The ambience was just as impressive as the food. The decor was warm and inviting, with every detail executed to perfection. From the lighting to the table settings, everything contributed to an atmosphere that felt both stylish and intimate, exactly what you want in a great Italian restaurant. Restaurant Santino is a standout in Wollongong’s dining scene, effortlessly blending authenticity with modern touches. With such incredible food and exceptional service, it is a place worth revisiting time and time again. A Must-Visit!

Nikki Dee

a year ago

From the moment we walked in we were treated like stars! Every single employee greeted us with a hello and big smile - even the bar staff as we passed to get to our table. Wine choices were superb and the menu had lots of different options. Dinner was absolutely delicious, ambience was perfect at the staff were the icing on the cake. Definitely will be coming back again! Thank you Santino :)

Lauren & Judy

11 months ago

What a standout in Wollongong. Absolutely worth the drive from Sydney. Excellent food, service and atmosphere. After reflection on dinner last night the standouts were the zucchini and octopus starters as well as the dessert. Just wow! The spanner crab pasta and swordfish were both excellent but felt familiar as they are go to items we would order. The others were worthy of special mention as they weren’t comparable to dishes we’ve had previously. We will definitely return if we’re back in Wollongong and a big thank you Freya for your warm hospitality.

Nikolas Jukic

7 months ago

One of the best places I’ve been to in Wollongong. Great atmosphere, friendly staff with a good sense of humour and some of the best food around. Highly recommend the Santino Martini and Honey Bee-Lini cocktails btw. Will definitely be coming back again

Sonya McCarthy

7 months ago

Amazing dining experience at Restaurant Santino. First time there and will definitely be back! The vibe of the restaurant and the staff are great, and the food was all hard to fault. Special mention to the mushroom parfait and the veal tortellini. YUM!

Jackie Hon

2 months ago

My husband and I went in for Valentine’s Day and wow, it was beautiful. The atmosphere was amazing, the food was something we wouldn’t normally choose but I’m so happy we got to try it as we loved everything we ate, the service was outstanding: from the moment we walked in we were greeted by the bar staff then we were lead to our table by wait staff. It wasn’t just us that was served wonderfully but everyone around us were happy, and served well. Wait staff were keep with their turn arounds as well as serving customers and topping up our drinks. The fig panacotta was amazing! We would highly recommend this place.

Jacky Lai

3 months ago

Very comfortable and spacious seating areas. Ordered veal and duck ragu pappardelle for mains. ORGASMIC, was the only word i could use to describe them. Sophie has been very very nice; excellent services from all staff! Will for sure come back!

Chantelle Crossland

7 months ago

From start to finish, it was an incredible experience. The food was outstanding, highly recommend the lamb rump and the charred octopus. The wine was fantastic, and the whole place had such a great vibe. The staff were unreal, and a special shoutout to Elliot, who was an absolute legend with amazing recommendations. Will be back for sure!

Kallan Boyd

6 months ago

Had an amazing night at Santino in Wollongong! The food was unreal, the wine was dangerously good, and our waitress Caitlin deserves a medal. She talked us into having dessert — which, to be honest, might’ve been the best decision we’ve ever made. The dessert came out looking like art, and after one bite I wasn’t sure if I was eating chocolate mousse or having a spiritual awakening. Caitlin knew exactly what she was doing — absolute professional dessert enabler. The atmosphere was warm and cozy, with that golden lighting that makes you feel like you’re in an Italian movie. Highly recommend — great food, great wine, and staff who clearly know how to make you say “yes” to one more glass and one more dessert.

Dan Mak

4 months ago

We had made a reservation on a Saturday night, from the front door we were greeted and shown straight to our table, we ordered everything from our starters to our finishing dishes in one go and the food was on time and everything was delicious, it goes without saying that the Bistecca is the star of the menu, but all other dishes from the octopus carpaccio to the Crudo and the pasta was amazing, all the service was brilliant and very attentive. The space itself had great atmosphere. Thank you to all the staff for a fantastic experience!