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Osteria Morelli, Lennox Head, AU-NSW

Osteria Morelli

4.5
4.5
152 Reviews
$41 to $100
Italian

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 2 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Neighborhood gem
  • Good for special occasions
  • Good for groups
Osterias have always been a staple of Italian dining culture. Back in the day, it used to be a place serving wine and simple food.
In the last 30 years, with the introduction of the slow food movement, Osteria got a relevant role in the Italian dining scene. Emphasis shifted to food made with local produce, shot menus and specialities such as house-made pasta, served to share in the middle of the table.
Our aim at Osteria Morelli is to showcase all the beautiful produce of the Northern Rivers, using Italian techniques and principles. On our menu, you will find homemade pasta, daily baked focaccia, fruit and veggies from amazing local farmers and only the best meat and fish available on the day.

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Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $41 to $100
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Mediterranean, Contemporary Italian
  • Hours of operation
    Thu–Sat 5:00 pm–10:30 pm
  • Phone number
    (02) 7251 4790
  • Website
    http://osteriamorelli.com.au/
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive chef
    Martin Morelli
  • Location
    63-65 Ballina St Shop 2, Lennox Head, AU-NSW 2478
  • Neighborhood
    Lennox Head
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Additional
    Bar Dining, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Dog Friendly, Farm to Table, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

  • $65 Buon Appetito Sharing Menu

    A$65.00 per person

    Multiple dates available
    Embark on a $65 Italian Culinary Journey for Hungry Souls! Immerse yourself in our 'Buon Appetito' Sharing Menu, meticulously crafted to satisfy even the most insatiable appetites— or those with "bite-sized" ambitions! Delight in the Italian Mix Antipasto, tantalizing Pasta, and a symphony of delectable sides and a heavenly dessert. Have dietary requirements? Inform us, and we'll happily accommodate you. Indulge in this guilt-free culinary experience and... Buon Appetito!
    $65 Buon Appetito Sharing Menu Photo

  • $85 BUON APPETITO SHARING MENU

    A$85.00 per person

    Multiple dates available
    Embark on an $85pp Italian Feast Adventure for Hungry Souls! Dive into our 'Buon Appetito' Sharing Menu, designed to satiate the cravings of the most unsatiable humans! Enjoy the Italian Mix Antipasto, mouthwatering Pasta, Main Course with delectable sides, and a divine dessert. Dietary needs? Let us know, and we'll cater to you. For tiny stomachs, we offer takeaway containers. Delight in this regret-free indulgence and...Buon Appetito!
    $85 BUON APPETITO SHARING MENU Photo

  • $65 Buon Appetito Sharing Menu

    A$65.00 per person

    Multiple dates available
    Embark on a $65 Italian Culinary Journey for Hungry Souls! Immerse yourself in our 'Buon Appetito' Sharing Menu, meticulously crafted to satisfy even the most insatiable appetites— or those with "bite-sized" ambitions! Delight in the Italian Mix Antipasto, tantalizing Pasta, and a symphony of delectable sides and a heavenly dessert. Have dietary requirements? Inform us, and we'll happily accommodate you. Indulge in this guilt-free culinary experience and... Buon Appetito!
    $65 Buon Appetito Sharing Menu Photo

Menu

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What 152 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.5
4.5 based on recent ratings
  • 4.4Food
  • 4.5Service
  • 4.2Ambience
  • 4.2Value

Noise • Moderate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Osteria Morelli in Lennox Head shines with "amazing service, cocktails, and flavors." Guests rave about the "fantastic food," including standout pasta dishes and the delightful focaccia with whipped ricotta. Known for its "authentic Northern Italian cuisine," the restaurant offers a "comfortable and pleasant dining experience." Martin's culinary passion ensures fresh, changing menus that transport patrons to Italy.

152 Reviews

  1. Luke

    New South Wales

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Always a great meal, and an authentic experience. Thanks guys!

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  2. Caroline

    New South Wales

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on November 15, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Dinner for 4. Antipasto plate filled us up - wow what delicious tomatoes. Nonetheless we enjoyed main courses too but no room for dessert. Well done to all for a great evening.

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  3. Rebekah

    Tasmania

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on October 24, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Food is fantastic. Bitter greens so good I came back a second night to have them again. I came once with my family and tried 2 pastas and fish. All outstanding. Tonight the agnolotti was also fantastic. Highly recommend

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  4. Brett

    New South Wales

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 12, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Authentic Italian in a small local place with good vibe

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  5. Serena

    New South Wales

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on August 29, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Outstanding as usual. One of the few restaurants in the Northern Rivers where food is worth the money. The love and care Martin puts into his dishes takes me back to Italy each time I visit. I absolutely love that the menu changes regularly and that ingredients are always fresh. Till next time!

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  6. David

    New South Wales

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on August 22, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Wonderful authentic Northern Italian food. The tiramisu was the best I’ve had since Italy. Great choice for an evening in Lennox Head.

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  7. Barb

    New South Wales

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on August 15, 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    Very generous serving for a tasting but would have preferred less with more flavor. 4 pasta was a bit much… would have enjoyed some other kinds of servings
    Osteria MorelliResponded on August 16, 2024
    I'm sorry Barb you didn't enjoy your experience with us. Just to clarify we don't offer a tasting menu but a shared set menu, where we send out the food accordingly to what we think is the best and the one of choose is mainly composed by Pasta. When you book online it is clearly stated on the $65 set menu: "Embark on a $65 Italian Culinary Journey for Hungry Souls! Immerse yourself in our 'Buon Appetito' Sharing Menu, meticulously crafted to satisfy even the most insatiable appetites". I'm not really sure what you were expecting, but, we think we don't deserve a rating like the one you gave us and we feel like we always try to provide the best of what we are any time a guest walk in the restaurant.

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  8. SueC

    Sydney

    10 reviews

    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on July 12, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The pasta dishes are outstanding. The focaccia and whipped ricotta are a dream to eat. Nice restaurant, very comfortable and not squishy which makes dining a more pleasant experience. Staff are attentive and friendly.

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  9. Louise

    New York City

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on June 22, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Everything about our dining experience was incredible….as always!

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  10. SueH

    Montreal

    23 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    23 reviews

    Dined on June 20, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Love this place , shared the steak of the week and ricotta and spinach ravioli , no room for dessert but will try tiramisu next time.

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FAQs

Osteria Morelli offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (02) 7251 4790.

Osteria Morelli is rated 4.5 stars by 152 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 2 times today
Experiences are available.

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Osteria Morelli

63-65 Ballina St Shop 2, Lennox Head, AU-NSW 2478

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Neighborhood
    Lennox Head
  • Hours of operation
    Thu–Sat 5:00 pm–10:30 pm
  • Price
    $41 to $100
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Mediterranean, Contemporary Italian
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Martin Morelli
  • Additional
    Bar Dining, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Dog Friendly, Farm to Table, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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