Piccolo Cucina

Highly recommended! Don't just focus on the trendy restaurants in Cairns! Hidden next to the Pullman Hotel is a standalone Italian-style restaurant – Piccolo Cucina – a must-visit! 🔥 It's famous for its delicious food, but it's a seriously underrated gem. Atmosphere: A cozy Italian haven The restaurant is a separate building with greenery outside. Stepping inside feels like entering a family kitchen in the Italian countryside. Warm yellow lighting, vintage posters on the walls, and the aroma of wheat wafting from the open kitchen create a relaxed and welcoming atmosphere, perfect for couples or small gatherings with friends. Food: Authentic Italian flavor in every bite • Pizza: The freshly baked wood-fired pizza is their signature dish! The crust is thin and crispy with a slightly charred aroma, the edges slightly puffed up, and you can taste the sweet aftertaste of wheat. The cheese is generously portioned, stretching for half a meter, paired with a sweet and sour sauce based on fresh tomatoes – refreshing and not greasy, every bite is pure bliss. • Pasta: The special sauce is the soul of the dish! I ordered the classic Bolognese pasta. The sauce was thick and rich, coating every strand of pasta, with a subtle hint of spice enhancing the flavor—far superior to any instant sauce. Apparently, the sauce is simmered fresh for four hours daily, no wonder you can taste the dedication. • Steak: I was just trying something casual, but I was blown away! I chose the Australian Wagyu ribeye, cooked to medium-rare, perfect. The skin was crispy and fragrant, while the inside was tender and juicy. Paired with the black pepper sauce, the meaty flavor exploded in my mouth—it felt authentically Italian. Small Details: Attention to Detail Most of the servers were Italian, and they enthusiastically recommended the day's specials, even telling me that pizza is best eaten hot. The complimentary dessert was homemade tiramisu, with a perfect balance of liqueur and coffee flavors—a perfect ending. If you're staying at the Pullman, it's right outside the door; no need to go far. Tired of seafood in Cairns? Try something different here and you'll be pleasantly surprised! #RecommendThisHiddenGems #LocalFood #RomanticRestaurant #Cairns #Australia