Private Function Rooms Near Rodd Point
For Every Occasion, Done the Italian Way.
Up to 90 seated / 140 cocktail · Packages from $39 pp · Handmade pasta & wood-fired pizza
The Best Function Rooms Near Rodd Point
Just 10 minutes from Rodd Point, Aperitivo Pizza & Pasta on Norton Street, Leichhardt has become one of the Inner West’s most sought-after private dining destinations. The drive across is straightforward, head east along Henley Marine Drive through Five Dock, continue onto Lyons Road, then join Parramatta Road heading south-east and turn right onto Norton Street. The restaurant is on your right, sitting at the centre of Sydney’s most celebrated Italian dining strip.
Those searching for private function rooms Near Rodd Point don’t have to look far before Aperitivo’s name comes up. Recognised as one of the best Italian restaurants in the region, the venue has built its reputation on something that never goes out of style. Whatever you’re celebrating, our team is behind you from the first conversation to the last glass of the night.
The Moments That Call for a Proper Celebration
Life hands you plenty of reasons to gather. Our private function rooms Near Rodd Point are ready for all of them:
Birthdays
Another year deserves more than a quiet dinner. Pull everyone together, order for the table, and let the evening take care of itself.
Christenings
A new life entering the world calls for warmth, generosity, and a table big enough for the whole family. This is exactly what we do best.
Communions
Mark the occasion with a shared Italian meal that honours the day’s significance and brings people closest together around a table.
Engagements
The news is out, now it’s time to celebrate properly. Gather your nearest and dearest for an Italian dinner that matches the size of the moment.
Corporate Dinners
Create a polished yet comfortable corporate event in a classic Italian venue. Guests can also make use of the projector for meetings and presentations.
Anniversaries
Formal rooms rarely produce the best conversations. A long table, great food, and a relaxed setting have a way of making business feel far more human.
Packages Designed Around the Italian Table
Sharing is at the core of everything we do. Our function packages start from $39 per person and are built exactly with that in mind, antipasto to start, followed by homemade pasta and wood-fired pizza pulled fresh from the oven, all served as generous shared plates across the table. Seated dining and cocktail-style events are both accommodated, with enough flexibility to suit most group sizes and settings.
Prefer a menu that’s entirely your own? Our team can put together something tailored to your occasion, group size, and any dietary needs you may have.
Also Worth a Look: Our Sister Venue, Capriccio
Capriccio brings the same commitment to Italian hospitality to a different location and setting. If you’ve found yourself typing “pasta near me” or “pizza near me” into your phone and want to explore what’s available across Sydney’s Inner West, Capriccio’s function offering is well worth adding to your shortlist.
Heard Around the Table
I took my mother there for her 75th last night and had an absolutely wonderful experience. We chose the place randomly but as it turns out, my brother had actually mentioned it before as being some of the best pizza around (he’s a chef). The food was outstanding (we had a mushroom, artichoke, basil, white cheese pizza, and a pear and rocket salad) and honestly, the chap looking after us couldn’t have been nicer and more accomodating. Service, food, drinks, vibe, all great.
Amazing food, service was brilliant. Had my daughter’s birthday party and they were so lovely to the girls. Will definitely be back. Highly recommend for any occasion.
Amazing amazing and amazing. Food was delicious and proper Italian cuisine. Service was outstanding so helpful and lovely. Atmosphere was amazing as well nice relaxing music where it’s not to loud and not to soft. 100/100 would recommend any day of the week.
The service in this restaurant was very impressive. When we had to wait for a table the head waiter gave us free prosecco at the bar, he was very attentive and even finished our night with a round of limoncello, fantastic customer service. The food was absolutely delicious too, will definitely be back!

Bring Your Event to Life
Share a few details below and our team will be in touch to help you plan your celebration in our private function rooms near Rodd Point.
Guests Welcomed Near Rodd Point and the Surrounding Area
Our Norton Street venue sits at the crossroads of the Inner West, making it easy to reach for guests travelling from across the region. Alongside Rodd Point, we regularly welcome visitors from:
How to Find Our Function Rooms Near Rodd Point
Address
163 Norton Street
Leichhardt NSW 2040
Phone
Function Operating Hours
Wednesday – Sunday & Monday
Lunch: 12:00 pm – 4:30 pm
Dinner: 5:30 pm – late
Tuesday Closed
We can also accommodate bookings outside these hours for an additional fee.
Frequently Asked Questions
Planning something special and want the details sorted before you reach out? Here’s everything guests commonly ask about our private function rooms near Rodd Point
How far in advance should we book?
No minimum lead time is required to submit an enquiry, though securing your preferred date early is always the smarter move. The function rooms operate on a first-come, first-served basis, and weekend dates in particular move quickly. Once you reach out with your date, occasion, and rough guest numbers, our team will confirm what’s available and walk you through the next steps.
What's included in a private function package?
Function packages are built around shared Italian menus; your pre-selected dishes are served as shared plates for the whole group, which is very much in keeping with how Italian food is meant to be eaten. Menus are put together using seasonal produce and serve as a guide, so minor variations may occur; specific requests are always considered where possible. If you’re adding a drinks package, unlimited beverages from within the selected tier are included for 3 hours from the start of your event. Anything beyond that is billed on consumption, with RSA enforced throughout the evening.
Can you cater for dietary requirements?
Yes. Gluten-free and vegetarian options are incorporated across the function menus. For a detailed breakdown of what’s available in each package tier, refer to the function menu. Any specific allergies or dietary needs beyond those should be raised at the time of enquiry. Our event organiser will confirm what can be accommodated before the day, so there’s nothing to worry about on arrival.
Can we host christenings, communions or baptisms?
These are among the occasions we host most frequently at Aperitivo on Norton Street, Leichhardt, alongside birthdays, engagements, corporate functions, and extended-family celebrations. The private dining room is set up to handle the generosity these events call for: handmade pasta, wood-fired pizza, and antipasti are served as shared plates to the whole group. Get in touch with your preferred date, occasion type, and approximate guest numbers, and we’ll tailor a package from there.
What are the deposit and cancellation policies?
Confirming a booking requires a $300 holding deposit, paid once availability has been established. Spaces are allocated on a first-come, first-served basis, so the deposit is what locks in your date. Final guest numbers must be submitted to us at least 24 hours before the event; any reduction below the confirmed headcount after that point will be charged at the per-guest food portion rate. Should you need to cancel, doing so with less than 48 hours’ notice will result in the full deposit being forfeited.
How many guests can your function room hold?
Between 10 and 140 guests can be accommodated, with layout options for both seated dining and standing cocktail-style events. Reserving the private room doesn’t incur an additional fee; the requirement is to meet a minimum spend that varies by day and time of booking. Food and beverages together count toward this figure. If the minimum isn’t met on the day, a room hire fee applies instead.
Is there parking nearby for guests?
Metered street parking is available along Norton Street and throughout the surrounding side streets in Leichhardt. Worth flagging to your guests: parking on Norton Street is free after 7 pm, which works well for most evening functions. Letting attendees know ahead of time makes for smoother arrivals, especially for larger groups.
Can I view the venue before booking?
Venue visits are by appointment only. Scheduling in advance means our team can dedicate the time needed to walk you through the space, layout configurations, package menus, and anything specific to your event. To arrange a time, include your preferred day in your enquiry, and we’ll confirm a suitable appointment for you and any co-planners attending.
Do you host corporate events or team dinners?
Corporate functions are a regular part of what we do. The venue handles seated team dinners, client lunches, and cocktail-format events equally well, and shared Italian menus are a natural fit for groups with varied dietary preferences. A projector is available for presentations when needed. Send through your event date, preferred format, guest numbers, and any AV or layout requirements, and our event organiser will put together a package to match your requirements.
Can we bring our own cake or decorations?
Bringing a cake is absolutely fine; a cakeage fee of $3 per person applies. Personalising the space with your own decorations is also welcome; banners, balloons, centrepieces, and signage can all come in without issue, as there’s no restrictive décor policy in place. The only restriction applies to BYO food and beverages other than the cake; all other food and drinks must be ordered from our menus.





