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The Amore Italian Restaurant

4.8(676)

About this score

A weighted average across available review sources.

Google 4.8 ★ (653)

TripAdvisor 4.6 ★ (23)

Our small and intimate restaurant in Longhurst, Halswell, serves exquisite Italian cuisine and wines in a beautiful modern setting where families are always welcome.

fresh pasta dairy-free gluten-free vegan vegetarian

What to Order

CalamariFettuccine CarbonaraLasagnePappardelle BologneseRissotoSpaghetti di MareTruffle Risottochicken Marsalagnocchipizza toppingsspaghetti with seafood

Menu Highlights

Arancini

$18.00

Italian rice balls stuffed with pumpkin, sage, taleggio and roast pepper served with spicy arrabbiata sauce

Bruschetta Napoli

$18.00

Fresh tomato, bocconcini, basil and aged balsamic vinegar

Gamberoni

$22.00

Grilled banana prawns served with chili, garlic and vino sauce

Pasta

Margherita

$28.00

Napoli base, basil, buffalo mozzarella and EVOO

Calzone

$30.00

Folded pizza with sundried tomato, capsicum, ricotta, salami, mozzarella, parmesan and rocket

Amore Salad

$15.00

Cherry tomatoes, pears, bocconcini, croutons, baby spinach, mixed leaves with aged balsamic dressing

Hand-Cut Fries

$12.00

Served with aioli

What People Say

"The food was awesome in the way that only a good Italian restaurant can produce."

Reviewers consistently praise the delicious food and friendly service, making it a great choice for special occasions.

"We came here for our anniversary dinner and it didn’t not disappoint. We had the Calamari, Steak, Rissoto and a few other side dishes which were all so delicious. Lovely servers and atmosphere too. We will definitely be back."

The Vibe

beautiful pleasant busy lovely interesting couples anniversary celebrations families

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