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Giovanni and the kitchen team take great care in sourcing the best of local, seasonal ingredients and when required, the highest quality products from Italy. The menu is typically Sardinian, re-interpreted using modern techniques whilst remaining true to tradition and regionality. Our team is highly accommodating when it comes to dietary requirements, as long as we know in advance.

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GIOVANNI PILU

Giovanni’s philosophy lies at the heart of the restaurant; “Food, and the hospitality associated with sharing it, is integral to the Sardinian way of Life.” It has also become integral to the way of life of the many Sydneysiders who visit Pilu at Freshwater, keen to enjoy Giovanni’s Sardinian, and regional Italian cooking.

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“A warm welcome followed by deliciousness!”

– Marianna, Northern Beaches Council

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WHAT’S NEW

Pilu at Freshwater hosts an array of events throughout the year and aims to highlight outstanding local authors, artists, wineries and more.  Stay up to date with our events here.

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9 May 2025

The Great Northern Beaches Rivalry Dinners

Giovanni Pilu and Alessandro Pavoni go head to head again with their annual series of Rivalry Dinners. Land vs Sea - Inaugural 2025 Rivalry Dinner Thursday - 22nd May 2025…
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3 April 2025

Mother’s Day 2025

Mother's Day  Sunday, May 11th, 2025 Celebrate your mother this year with Pilu at Freshwater.  This day gives us a reason to bring the whole family together to show love…
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17 February 2025

Weekday Dining

Pranzo Veloce Enjoy an express lunch break with our thoughtfully crafted two-course Pranzo Veloce menu.  Designed to deliver exceptional flavour for a lunch business meeting or a respite from your…
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A LOCAL
FAVOURITE

From the moment you set foot inside Pilu at Freshwater, Giovanni, Marilyn and their team ensure that your experience at Pilu is a memorable one. Each guest is welcomed like a returning friend. Giovanni’s passion for Sardinian, and regional Italian food, and his acclaimed cooking; is matched by the award-winning service delivered by Pilu’s longstanding front of house, sommeliers and wait staff, renowned across the industry for their warmth, knowledge and experience.

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EVENTS + WEDDINGS

At Pilu at Freshwater we cater not only for weddings, but for birthdays, christenings, client dinners, corporate presentations, book and product launches, indeed any festivity that requires great food and wine, and a special location. Our Events Specialists will work with you to create a function that is tailored to your exact requirements.

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“All our guests commented that the food was amazing, the best they have had at a wedding!”

– Bride

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AWARDS

2005 – 2025 The Sydney Morning Herald Good Food Guide
– Awarded Two Chef’s Hats

2023 Restaurant & Catering Awards
– NSW Best Formal Italian Restaurant

2012 -2023 Gourmet Traveller WINE Magazine
– Hall of Fame, National Winner

2022 – Gourmet Traveller WINE Magazine
-Best Food and Wine Matching

2022 Restaurant & Catering Awards
– Best Restauranteurs

2022 Delicious 100
-100 Most Delicious Restaurants in NSW

2009 – 2022 Australian Gourmet Traveller Restaurant Guide
– Two Stars

2015 The Weekend Australian Magazine
– HOT 50 – HOT Classic

2011 Gourmet Traveller WINE Magazine
– Wine List of the Year

2010 The Sydney Morning Herald Good Food Guide
– Wine List of the Year

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