We're lucky enough to live around the corner from Chester White and we visit regularly, almost religiously before a big (running) race. Small and intimate, doesn't take bookings, but the guys running the show will endeavour to seat you somewhere. If not, they'll pop your name down and give you a call when a spot is free. Small menu, but done well. Have to admit I always have the same thing...cheese and meat platter and then spaghetti from their pecorino wheel. They always argue that the spaghetti is too much for one person, but I always prove them wrong. Nice, but again small, selection of wines and a couple of beers. Service can get a bit chaotic when it's at its busiest, but it's always friendly and otherwise prompt and attentive. Cracking little place.

There is nothing more cheering than watching staff and friends have a damn good time while still be excellent waiters. When we arrived, we sat at the bar and browsed the menu. Waiters were attentive but also focussed on their preparatory Fernet Branca shots before the long, wet afternoon. The guys greeted nearly everyone who came in by name. Someone else arrives, they look like a customer but instead end up behind the bar with their adorable curly blonde-haired toddler who was determined to get amongst it. We had one of those plates with the lot: bread, cheese, meats, pickles, grapes, olives but our lovely waiter mixed up our meat order. When we asked for our original bresaola, no problem, more meat on our plate. Cheerful, cosy, filled with locals.

Everything about this place impressed me - the amazing food (anything with cheese!), the intimate environment and especially the hard working staff that made sure you were taken care of even when each one was obviously very busy. Will definitely make this a regular place to visit if I ever come back to Syndey.

Having just arrived from Perth on our Anniversary retreat we stumbled upon this small eatery with the coolest and friendliest staff. The food was amazing as was the setting. Went back 3 times with the last visit for a cocktails. It's a must do, pull up a chair during the day and chat away to the staff but if you want to go at night then book because all good places get busy. Definitely going back guys