Zsa's Bar & Bistroteca

Northcote's creative neighbourhood bistro. inventive European share plates, Thursday pasta nights and serious wine

Intimate and convivial. a warm street-level bistro on High St with a lively courtyard draped in plants and a private back room for events. Counter bench seating overlooks the open kitchen. Casual enough for a Wednesday wine but polished enough for a milestone dinner.

Chef-presented tasting menu with bench seating overlooking the open kitchen. Private courtyard for events with tailored group menus. Thursday weekly pasta night with specials. Sunday roast specials. Coeliac and dairy-free menus available on request. Impressive wine knowledge from staff.

Modern European with clear French, Italian and local Australian influences. handmade gnocchi, bigoli pasta, raclette, steak tartare, and burrata sit alongside locally sourced seasonal produce. Not tied to a single European tradition but coherent in quality and technique.

Premium but honest pricing for the inner-north. reviewed broadly as excellent value for the calibre of cooking and atmosphere. Degustation menus attract strong praise for the experience delivered. Occasional complaints about portion sizing and over-salting from a minority of visits.

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