Mortadeli

Laneway Torquay deli where Maltese-style continental rolls and house pasta share a grocer's shelves.

Relaxed continental-deli energy tucked down a laneway, with a lively counter, open kitchen, music and a chilled retro feel that reviewers liken to a European piazza. Room can get crowded and noisy at dinner.

Sandwich shop and pasta bar in adjoining shopfronts, a Mediterranean grocer whose products feed the fillings, house-made pasta, Maltese specialities and a busy coffee setup.

Maltese and southern Italian influences are praised by diners with Maltese and Italian backgrounds, with pastizzi-style bites, supplì and Ħobż biż-Żejt singled out as true to the source.

Sandwiches around $19 divide opinion: fans call the portions and ingredients excellent value, critics find them steep. Pasta mains at $35 to $42 and holiday surcharges draw the most price complaints.

Summary drafted with AI from public reviews.