Darwin Waterfront home to new Italian restaurant

‘You’re supposed to feel like you’re sitting at your grandparents’ house,’ says the owner of Darwin’s newest Italian restuarant. Read what inspired the menu.

The new Italian restuarant will open on January 3. Picture: Pema Tamang Pakhrin

Godfather vibes radiate from Darwin’s newest Italian restaurant, Bravo’s Pasta and Wine Bar.

Located on Darwin’s Waterfront, Bravo’s is set to open on January 3 and has captured the attention of the local foodies.

With a touch of Nonna’s secret recipe, proud Italian-Australian owner Anthony Falanga said he wanted to create a “nice Italian atmosphere” for Territorians.

“I have an Italian background and I did an apprenticeship in Italian cooking, so I started off in this kind of food,” he said.

“Over time I have ventured into pubs and other things but this is a concept that I sort of had in my head for a few years now.”

Anthony Falanga said he was keen for his Italian restaurant Bravo to kick off this month at the the Darwin Waterfront. Picture: Pema Tamang Pakhrin

Surrounded by vintage photo frames and Venetian artwork, Mr Falanga said Bravo’s patrons would enjoy an “intimate” environment.

“You’re supposed to feel like you’re sitting at your grandparents’ house,” he said.

“It’s meant to be intimate and cozy – it’s not fine dining, but it’s a nice atmosphere.”

Mr Falanga said he wants patrons to feel like they’re at their grandparents’ home. Picture: Pema Tamang Pakhrin

Mr Falanga admitted his Nonna’s cooking inspired part of the menu.

“The lasagna and Sicilian pork are both from my Nonna’s recipe,” he said.

“I’ve even got some recipes off my dad and aunty, so the family’s flavours are definitely there.”

Mr Falanga said “everyone’s welcome”.

“Anyone from business workers to families, people from A to Z, everyone is welcome.”