10 William Street, restaurant bar interior.

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10 William Street

Sydney


Paddington loves its quality Italian food and eagerly indulges in this minuscolo slice of la dolce vita on the fashion strip. There are excellent imported wines, many of them by the glass, and equally impressive food. No bookings, but the very welcoming staff will do their utmost to squeeze you in.


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