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.
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.
“A warm welcome followed by deliciousness!”
– Marianna, Northern Beaches Council
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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.
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.
“All our guests commented that the food was amazing, the best they have had at a wedding!”
– Bride
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
and more
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