REVIEW
Originally it was all about polenta, but Andre’s is now as versatile as any Italian-accented kitchen, left in capable hands while its founder focuses on his new pasta and dessert business. Try the carpaccio, a staple favourite, or the consigli – hand-scrawled recommendations on the blackboard. In moody, muted lighting, with the vibe like a party in full swing, Andre’s dapper staff work tight spaces between tables. Capably matched to an Italo-Australian wine-list, the five-course Menu Fisso (chef’s choice) is compulsory for bigger tables. A small team in the kitchen cleverly balances textures (scatterings of pistachio, cress, micro mint) and flavours (swordfish carpaccio still discernible despite anchovy and pickled spring onion). Salsa verde adds a grassy zing to roasted chickpeas with pork medallions. For a light and multifaceted finish, try the cheesecake log with toasted cornflake crumble, raspberry sorbet, lemon and blueberries.
Phone:
(08) 8224 0004
Website:
Bookings:
Bookings recommended
Features:
BYO
Licensed
Bar
Vegetarian-friendly
Wheelchair Access
Outdoor dining
Accepted card types:
American Express
Eftpos
MasterCard
Visa
Chef(s):
Patricia Strecksuss
This review was made independently for the Gourmet Traveller Restaurant Guide. The guide’s reviewers visit unannounced and pay their way.
Gourmet Traveller Restaurant Guide
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