Now Open: Rosa Is Pyrmont's Newest Neighbourhood Bar — and No Pasta Dish Costs Over $30

The Amalfi Coast might seem a world away from Pyrmont, but a new neighbourhood pasta bar with an affordable concept is bringing the region's cuisine to you. Founded by brother-sister duo Ben and Emily Calabro, Rosa offers handmade pasta and laid-back dining with a stellar price to match – no dish on the menu is over $30. When you consider some of the prices in tourist hotspots like Positano and Sorrento, Rosa starts to look better and better.

With the Calabros also behind the beloved Pyrmont cafe Quick Brown Fox, lending their hand to simple and authentic Italian cuisine doesn't seem like much of a stretch. In the Rosa kitchen, chefs Daniel Grey and Kira Sherry serve guests handmade takes on classic pasta dishes like linguine prawn alla busara; penne pesto with basil, pork sausage, fried garlic and pine nuts; and pan-fried gnocchi with roast pumpkin, sage, burnt butter and hazelnut.

Launching with a Euro-summer vibe in mind, Rosa is also set to become a go-to spot for sunset apéritivo snacks. Choose from freshly baked focaccia from neighbours Pioik Bakery, paired with burrata and heirloom tomato salad, tarragon and black cherry vinaigrette. Another stellar option is artichokes with lemon rind, garlic, chilli flakes, fennel seeds and oregano. Meanwhile, if you feel like an Italian feast at home, every dish is available for takeaway too.

The drinks menu is similarly summery, with apéritifs like limoncello, Campari and Aperol spritzes presented alongside the complex sweet-bitter taste of a negroni sbagliato. There's also a selection of local Australian and Italian wines, along with a host of classic martinis and sours to complement your pasta dish.

"We wanted to capture the spirit of the Amalfi Coast – fresh, warm, and welcoming – and bring that to Pyrmont," said Ben Calabro. "Rosa is all about creating a sense of home with our delicious pasta, our hospitality, and surroundings. We grew up eating pasta with our family around the table, and we wanted to create a space that feels like home, from our family to yours."

Local interior designer Nicola Stillone was brought on board to give this laid-back eatery a sun-drenched makeover befitting the Amalfi's luxurious scenery. Throughout the restaurant, several spaces deliver the ideal ambience for your next gathering, with intimate indoor seating, a private upstairs dining area primed for celebrations, cosy romantic date-night spots on the balcony, and a leafy street-side al fresco spot.

Rosa is open Tuesday–Sunday from 11.30am–9.30pm at 182 Harris St, Pyrmont. Head to the website for more information.

Published on March 03, 2025 by Hudson Brown

Now Open: Rosa Is Pyrmont's Newest Neighbourhood Bar — and No Pasta Dish Costs Over $30

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