"The sort of restaurant where you walk in the door and get hit by the warmth and energy and don’t want to leave."
In AFR Magazine, Jill Dupleix takes an early look inside Vito’s and the vision behind Sydney’s newest Italian-American dining room. Opening 30 October 2026 in the heritage-listed Burns Philp Building at 11 Bridge Street, Vito’s is inspired by the glamour, nostalgia and hospitality of the great restaurants that have stood the test of time.
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ITALIAN-AMERICAN RESTAURANT & BAR
Vito’s is inspired by the Italian-American dining scene, a vibrant restaurant and bar where the nostalgia and grandeur of mid-century Manhattan come together.
Located in the historic Burns Philp Building, Vito’s takes its inspiration from the great dining rooms of 1950s and ’60s in New York. Glamorous, confident, richly detailed and warmly inviting. Vito’s brings together beautiful interiors, bold flavours, warm hospitality and a sense of occasion. Opening October 30.
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Vito's draws from the golden age of New York dining, the great Italian-American dining rooms where the food was abundant, the hospitality was instinctive, and the tables were always full. The menu is rooted in heritage, familiar classics elevated through premium ingredients and careful preparation.
Group Dining
Vito’s offers a variety of coveted semi-private spaces for group dining, from intimate gatherings and corporate lunches to celebrations and special occasions. Each offers a memorable setting, with curated shared menus starting from $140 per person.
With thoughtful attention to detail and warm hospitality, our team will help create an occasion to remember for you and your guests. Online group reservations are available for parties of up to 20. Parties of 11 or more are asked to dine from one of our shared menus.
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Vito’s Sydney
It’s one of the bigger openings locked in for Sydney this year, and now Sunday Co. has officially revealed a little bit more info about Vito’s—a grand Italian-American restaurant set to land inside the heritage Burns Philp Building.
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Introducing Vito’s
At 11 Bridge Street, in the heritage-listed Burns Philp Building, where Vito’s opens on 30 October 2026 with former Carbone Hong Kong chef de cuisine (and 2011 The Age Good Food Guide Young Chef of the Year) Michael Fox in its kitchen.
“We want an old-school sense of grandeur when you walk in,” says Sergeant. While he concedes it might be seen as a risky investment in a tricky market, Sergeant hopes the meticulous refit “says we’re here for 25 years”.
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Coming Soon: The Golden Age of Mid-Century Manhattan Dining Is Headed to Sydney, with Vito's Opening in the Burns Philp Building.
Taking inspiration from the golden days of NYC dining, this new venue will seek to reimagine the abundant cuisine, the elevated mood and the instinctive hospitality that made this era so special.
What kind of restaurant is Vito's?
Vito’s is an Italian-American restaurant and bar in Sydney’s CBD, inspired by the golden age of New York dining. It is located in the historic Burns Philp Building at 11 Bridge Street, Sydney.
When is Vito's opening?
Vito’s opens on Friday 30 October 2026 at 11 Bridge Street, Sydney. Reservations are now open.
When do reservations for Vito's open?
Reservations for Vito’s are now open. Book online for dates from 30 October 2026.
How do I book a table at Vito's?
Reservations can be made online through our booking platform. For groups, see group dining, or email reservations@vitos.sydney.
What are Vito's opening hours?
Vito’s is open daily from 12pm until late, seven days a week, for lunch, dinner and late-night service.
Where is Vito's and how do I get there?
Vito’s is located at 11 Bridge Street, Sydney NSW 2000, in the CBD near Circular Quay and Wynyard, a short walk from both stations.
What kind of food does Vito's serve?
Vito’s celebrates Italian-American classics, with a menu inspired by the timeless Italian-American institutions of New York. Expect familiar dishes refined with care and precision, from antipasti and handmade pasta to dishes from the wood-fire grill. The full menu will be released closer to opening.
When will the Vito's menu be available?
The full Vito’s menu will be released closer to opening on 30 October and will be available in the Menus section of this page.
Is Vito's good for a business lunch, date night or celebration?
Yes. Located in the heart of the Sydney CBD, Vito’s is designed for long lunches, business dining, dinners, date nights and celebrations. The grand yet welcoming dining room brings together the nostalgia and glamour of mid-century Manhattan with warm hospitality and a sense of occasion. For larger tables, see group dining.
Does Vito's offer group dining?
Yes. Vito’s offers a variety of semi-private spaces for group dining, from intimate gatherings and corporate lunches to celebrations and special occasions. Curated shared menus start from $140 per person. Online group reservations are available for parties of up to 20, and parties of 11 or more dine from one of our shared menus.
Explore group dining at Vito’s, book online, or email reservations@vitos.sydney to make an enquiry.
Who is behind Vito's?
Vito’s is the newest venue from Sunday Co., the Sydney hospitality group behind Morrison’s and Whalebridge.
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Monday - Sunday
12:00pm till late
Opening Oct 30