La Favola

4.6

555 Reviews

$40 and under

Italian

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2 people

Nov 24, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 22 times today

Experiences are available.

Lively
Neighborhood gem
Good for special occasions

Whether you like to play it safe with spaghetti or go crazy with casarecce, you'll find all your favourite pastas, fresh and homemade, at new Italian diner La Favola. Let the carb-loading begin.

So who's the master of pasta at La Favola? That would be Italian chef Fabio Stefanelli.
Stefanelli's recipe for success is simple — six pastas and six sauces, and patrons can mix and match as they please.

So La Favola's Family is committed to producing top quality Italian gastronomy, to the use of authentic ingredients, and to keeping the tradition of Italian culture and hospitality vibrant and passionate.

We look forward to serving you!

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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$40 and under
Cuisines
Italian
Hours of operation
Mon–Thu, Sun 5:30 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:30 pm Sat, Sun 11:30 am–3:00 pm
Phone number
(02) 8021 0002
Website
http://www.favola.com.au/
Payment options
AMEX, Cheque Gourmet, Diners Club, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Smart Casual
Executive chef
Fabio Stefanelli
Catering
When a craving calls for what only authentic Italian can deliver, make your way along the bustling and vibrant King Street of Sydney’s prominent suburb Newtown, to discover La Favola. Wide, bi-fold front windows greet diners with drifting aromas escaping the kitchen, as they enter to find a modern dining space of high ceilings. Italian Chef, Fabio Stefanelli has crafted a unique menu offering dishes which are entirely made in house, with a fusion of native Australian ingredients and Italian traditions.

Location
170 King Street, Newtown, AU-NSW 2042
Neighborhood
Newtown
Parking details
Street Parking
Additional
Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Delivery, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

LOBSTER PASTA
A$125.00 per party
Prepaid
Multiple dates available
To pre-order the LOBSTER we require 48 hours notice. Half Lobster with amalfitana sauce, cherry tomato, white wine, chilli with one of your favourite shape of pasta to choose
OYSTERS
A$25.00 per person
Prepaid
Multiple dates available
To pre-order the oysters we require 48 hours notice. Half dozen Oysters to add to your special dinner, pre order only
Tomahawk
A$120.00 per party
Prepaid
Multiple dates available
To pre-order the Tomahawk we require 48 hours notice. Our special Tomahawk must be pre ordered 48 hours before the booking time. The tomahawk will be 1.5 kg and is 6 weeks Dry - aged served with roast potatoes and a summer salad. Please specify on the notes if you would like more than one Tomahawk.

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What 555 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.6

4.6 based on recent ratings

4.6Food
4.6Service
4.2Ambience
4.2Value

Noise • Energetic

Loved For

Inner West
Great for fine wines
Inner West
Great for outdoor dining
Inner West
Romantic
Inner West
Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

La Favola is a charming Italian eatery known for its "amazing food" and "exceptional friendly service." Guests rave about the "authentic Italian" dishes, particularly the fresh pasta and carpaccio. Despite its cozy setting, the welcoming atmosphere and reasonable prices make it a "must visit" in Newtown.

555 Reviews

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Marianna
Sydney
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We had an amazing experience at La Favola! Food: the food was delicious. You can taste the flavour and the great quality. It is not mass produced. It is made with love and it shows through the taste. Customer service: Fabio was our host. He build rapport with us and guided us through the menu. He was welcoming and spent time to talk with us and explain all about the food the restaurant makes. He made us feel very welcome and we enjoyed our meal and birthday celebration. Vibes: chic yet down to earth atmosphere. Very cozy. Awesome live music. Overall experience: very welcoming, all staff greed you with a genuine smile. Great experience. Would recommend to all.
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PRINCESS
Sydney
2 reviews
2.0
2 reviews
Dined on November 14, 2024
1. Overall 2
2. Food 1
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 2
Claims to be authentic Italian but carbonara has cream. The waiters, particularly one, asked us twice, if the plate was finished despite having some of the food left and we werent actually finished yet. They were rushing us out of the table and rushing the mains. I understand the seatings need to be managed but too aggressive. Food was better couple of years ago (been going here since 3 years ago) and back then the carbonara didnt have cream. Che schifo, ma perche?
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Deb
Sydney
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on November 8, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Highly recommend!!! Pasta was fresh and sauces delicious. Very nice staff. We will be back
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Mel
Sydney
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on November 8, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The food was delicious, very generous servings and the service friendly and helpful.
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Stephen
Las Vegas
9 reviews
5.0
9 reviews
Dined on November 3, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Everything about this restaurant was superb - the food, the service and the atmosphere. Do not overlook this jewel in the middle of Newtown! We had a nice new waiter (new to the restaurant) who was diligent in his service. His friendliness was not unnoticed. The food was outstanding. The fresh pasta made such a difference. Additionally, the price point is spot on.
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Chris
Sydney
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on October 12, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Really nice for a date night. Excellent, rich Italian food.
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Kylie
Sydney
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on September 27, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Food and wine is beautiful and a really great atmosphere. We love the homemade pasta and different choices you can select. One of our fav restaurants in Newtown.
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Lindsay
Sydney
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on August 23, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Excellent all round. Service was what a lot of sydney restaurants don’t do well. La Favola puts their customers at the centre of why they exist. We were made to feel welcomed from the moment we had to wait outside for our table in a very busy small venue, attentive service with unobtrusive smiles. Well done!
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Sarah
Sydney
1 review
2.0
1 review
Dined on August 17, 2024
1. Overall 2
2. Food 5
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 2
This was my 2nd time at La Favola. The first time was a great experience. This time when I was there, the waitress who served us was very rude and being very sneaky with upselling, asking if we wanted water, and when we replied yes, gave us bottled water that you have to pay for, rather than the table water that was clearly available. She constantly was rushing us and clearly just wanted us to spend more money and get out. Once we got to dessert, we felt very uncomfortable, and didn't want to stay any longer, but she became more intense. The food is fantastic and I will come back again, but if the same waitress is there, I will turn around and find a new place to eat. the fantastic food was not worth how uncomfortable I felt on this visit.
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Anthony
Canberra
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on August 10, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
A must visit. Food is always so fresh and the flavours are outstanding. Friendly staff.
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FAQs

La Favola offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (02) 8021 0002.

La Favola is rated 4.6 stars by 555 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people

Nov 24, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 22 times today

Experiences are available.

Order delivery or takeout

170 King Street, Newtown, AU-NSW 2042

Additional information

Neighborhood
Newtown
Hours of operation
Mon–Thu, Sun 5:30 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:30 pm Sat, Sun 11:30 am–3:00 pm
Price
$40 and under
Cuisines
Italian
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Smart Casual
Parking details
Street Parking
Payment options
AMEX, Cheque Gourmet, Diners Club, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
Fabio Stefanelli
Additional
Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Delivery, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.favola.com.au/
Phone number
(02) 8021 0002
Catering
When a craving calls for what only authentic Italian can deliver, make your way along the bustling and vibrant King Street of Sydney’s prominent suburb Newtown, to discover La Favola. Wide, bi-fold front windows greet diners with drifting aromas escaping the kitchen, as they enter to find a modern dining space of high ceilings. Italian Chef, Fabio Stefanelli has crafted a unique menu offering dishes which are entirely made in house, with a fusion of native Australian ingredients and Italian traditions.

La Favola

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

LOBSTER PASTA

OYSTERS

Tomahawk

SPAGHETTI

PACCHERI

RIGATONI

STARTERS

ARTISAN FOCACCIAA$12.00

MortadellaA$14.00

Marinated olivesA$6.00

Truffle butterA$7.00

NdujaA$4.00

Prosciutto 24 moA$18.00

SalamiA$15.00

FIORI DI ZUCCHINAA$25.00

CARPACCIOA$26.00

ANTIPASTO TOSCANOA$38.00

CALAMARIA$26.00

BURRATAA$25.00

SIDES

CAPRESEA$22.00

VERDUREA$15.00

INSALATA MISTAA$12.00

PATATE ARROSTOA$12.00

RUCOLA E PARMIGIANOA$12.00

VERDURE GRIGLIATEA$15.00

FRIESA$12.00

STEP 1 SELECT YOUR PASTA

GNOCCHETTI SARDI

FETTUCCINE

SPAGHETTI

PACCHERI

FILOMENA’S POTATO GNOCCHI

RIGATONI

CASERECCE

GNOCCHI

STEP 2 SELECT YOUR SAUCE

CARBONARAA$29.00

RAGU’ NAPOLETANOA$38.00

DAL MAREA$40.00

BROCCOLI E SALSICCIAA$36.00

NORMAA$30.00

4 FORMAGGIA$29.00

MAIN

ZUPPA DI PESCE

DESSERTS

TIRAMISU’A$18.00

CANNOLI SICILIANIA$15.00

BOMBOLONI ALLA NUTELLAA$12.00

PANNA COTTA OF THE DAYA$16.00

GELATI & SORBETTIA$5.00

AFFOGATOA$12.00

Espresso drowned in vanilla ice-creamA$9.00

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