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Northern Beaches Business Awards - Finalist (Outstanding Restaurant) |
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Overview of Moltofino
Moltofino's aim is to create an unbeatable and enjoyable beachside dining experience, with a welcoming and relaxed Mediterranean-style atmosphere.
We focus on the delivery of fabulous food and friendly service, and on ensuring Moltofino is a congenial location for customers and staff alike.
Fine Food
Moltofino's cuisine is based around a modern Italian theme, with a foundation of Italian tradition, ingredients and methods.
Dishes range from traditional favourite pastas, through to more flamboyant seafood and meat dishes, always with an emphasis on quality and consistency, and delight to the senses.
The menus are complemented by daily blackboard specials, which have an emphasis on seafood as our specialty, as well as seasonal dishes using the freshest and best produce.
Friendly Service
Experienced maitre 'd Franco Teghini, a well-known and genial personality of the Northern Beaches hospitality scene, leads Moltofino's service standards.
Emphasis is on delivering an enjoyable dining experience in a relaxed and understated way. While service is relaxed, pride is taken in delivering that special extra to enhance our customers' enjoyment.
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User Reviews on Moltofino
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0 of 1 people found the following review helpful
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The food is quite edible but there are no talent in cooking demonstrated here at all. We had the veal which was overcooked, presentation of food was also poor and the marinara which lacked flavour in the seafood, although the sauce was flavoursome.
They need to focus on improving their cooking skills rather than trying to devise cheap eating deals. The wait on the food was rather long as well. I would return to this restaurant but not come here especially.
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Response from Management:
Dear GoodFoodGuide,
Reading your comment regarding my kitchen staff is a little disappointing as it implies that all other reviewers and patrons who have had a great experience are mistaken.
Our kitchen is staffed by an international ensemble; all with extensive experience and individual specialties. It would be a big error to say that there is no talent.
That aside, should you choose to dine with us again we hope to impress with how the food looks & tastes; feel free to point out who you are when booking/ordering.
Regards,
Moltofino
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GoodFoodGuide -
See my reviews 23 , 23 February 2010
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1 of 1 people found the following review helpful
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Food 10 |
Ambience 8 |
Service 9 |
Value 9 |
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Ventured to this gem of a restaurant on Saturday night with some old schoolmates and was thrilled with our experience! The food and service was simply brilliant, topped off by the wonderful beach view of Dee Why.
Happy we booked, as it was packed the whole time we were there but even so, it looked as though the staff were very much under control. The volume was a little high, but that was to be expected with the volume of people in there and the live band next door.
Overall a top restaurant, with food and service worthy of a 2nd/3rd visit!
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Response from Management:
Dear avex,
Happy to hear about your great time with us! We hope to see you back soon!
Regards,
Moltofino
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avex -
See my reviews 1, 21 February 2010
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Food 5 |
Ambience 4 |
Service 2 |
Value 3 |
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We booked an outside table and when we got there we didn't have one. I had been very specific in my booking that we would only come if we have an outside table as the acoustics are bad inside. The manager apologised and said they would move us as soon as a table became available outside. Two tables became available and there was no offer made to move us. They than forgot one entree, got one wrong and also forgot one main meal. All in all very poor service and I won't go back in a hurry.
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Response from Management:
Dear Scranch,
Thank you for your feedback regarding your recent experience at Moltofino. I remember the booking as I personally took the call and believe there is some misunderstanding.
You had called late afternoon, giving 2 hours notice for a table that evening with a special request for a "good" table. I had politely informed that we were almost at capacity that night and could make no promises. All other tables were accounted for that night, we even had to turn some walk-in customers away.
With regards to the alleged mix-up with the order, none were brought to my attention but I extend my apologies nonetheless.
Should you feel inclined to dine with us again, I would suggest booking a few days in advance or on a weekday to ensure 100% satisfaction with food & ambience.
Regards,
Moltofino
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scranch -
See my reviews 1, 13 February 2010
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Food 8 |
Ambience 8 |
Service 7 |
Value 6 |
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Very pleasant place facing Dee Why beach. The marinara was very good and had all the required fishy and creepy crawly bits, maybe could have done with a bit more chillie. The barramundi and chips was a good example of good old fashioned fish and chips. Nice mayo, oops, aoueli. Kids food consisted of the inevitable spag bol and for variation penne napoletana, both of which were judged very good by the experts. Drinks a bit expensive. And finally, serious Italian accents all round!
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Response from Management:
Hi joandtina,
Always a pleasure to read about a good experience; thanks for coming!
Next time, please don't hesitate for one second to ask for more chilli... we go easy on the spices before they reach the customer in case its too strong, easier to add more than remove you see :)
We're also very glad that the little ones had a great time too!
Hope to see you & family again soon!
Moltofino
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joandtina -
See my reviews 39, 30 January 2010
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1 of 1 people found the following review helpful
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Food 9 |
Ambience 8 |
Service 10 |
Value 9 |
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I went for an early dinner after our day at the beach. Since majority of the other restaurant weren't ready for dinner, I thought how about try this one. The special menu looked very advertising and the prices are reasonable.
I ordered the special, grain fed rib eye with king prawns. It was sensational and the proportion was just right. After the meals, I ordered a cappuccino which was the best I have had so far, it was at the right strength and temperature.
The service was exceptional, the waiter was very friendly and outgoing. I would love to come again with my family and friends!
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Response from Management:
Hello nicole_1993,
First and foremost, thank you so much for your patronage. It's so nice to read feedback from our customers, especially positive ones.
We look forward to having you back, until then take care!
Regards,
Moltofino
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nicole_1993 -
See my reviews 1, 22 January 2010
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1 of 1 people found the following review helpful
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Food 10 |
Ambience 9 |
Service 9 |
Value 9 |
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My wife and I rarely go out for dinner, as we normally cook ourselves but we thought we would try it out as there was a 25% discount. I am a very picky eater so to have served the Lamb Shanks which literally melted in my mouth was divine! My wife had the Salmon Fillet which was very fresh and cooked just right! The Risotto cake which accompanied was something we never tried and was very interesting!
The atmosphere was definitely Italian, very beautiful warm colours in the deco and the staff were all very friendly. We were served by an older man who seemed to know the menu very well and made us feel very welcomed and made sure everything was right with us throughout our dinner. Even though we don't normally go out for dinner, this is going to become the restaurant to go to when we don't feel like cooking!
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Response from Management:
Dear Tony_TCY,
Such a pleasure to read such positive feedback; we're so happy to hear you had a nice time with your wife.
Franco is the older man who served you, and yes - he is fabulous!
We hope to see both of you back soon, our menu is full of other delights which I'm sure will put an even bigger smile on your face :)
Regards,
Moltofino Management
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Tony_TCY -
See my reviews 1, 09 January 2010
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0 of 1 people found the following review helpful
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Food 4 |
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Value 2 |
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So disappointed this used to be a fantastic place to dine but recently changed ownership, we had an awful experience. The staff were rude and unhelpful and all looked so miserable. One female waitress actually asked us if we could leave the restaurant so they could close up, it was only 9.45pm and all the other places were packed and buzzing. Very upset as this was one of my favourite places to eat and used to recommend this to many of my friends. Food was not as good as it used to be too.
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Response from Management:
Hello Point16,
Thanks for taking the time to write such detailed feedback.
Whilst it is commonly accepted that the "customer is always right", in this case we must agree to disagree. The change of management, floor staff & menu has been very well received by the public, receiving compliments on a regular basis on all 3 points.
For future reference; please make your complaint directly to management at the time of its occurrence so it can be rectified immediately.
Nonetheless, your feedback is appreciated and should you choose to dine with us again, we hope to make it a pleasurable experience!
Sincerely,
Moltofino
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Point16 -
See my reviews 1, 04 January 2010
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Food 6 |
Ambience 5 |
Service 7 |
Value 4 |
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Excessive BYO charges, credit card charges and one of the most expensive restaurants along DeeWhy Beach which is not justified by the quality of the food! Better places to eat.
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Response from Management:
Hello Constant Diner,
We're sorry that your experience at Moltofino did not meet your expectations. Our BYO charges are priced at industry standards and the credit card charge was only to cover the higher-than-others banking fees from AMEX.
Nonetheless, your feedback is appreciated and should you choose to dine with us again, we hope to turn that frown upside down!
Sincerely,
Moltofino
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Constant Diner -
See my reviews 1, 24 December 2009
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1 of 1 people found the following review helpful
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Food 9 |
Ambience 8 |
Service 9 |
Value 9 |
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Slick service and great food, with a great position to boot. Never had a bad meal here, from the burgers to steaks to pastas, its all been sensational. Its a mid-priced restaurant, but reasonable value. The meals are a good size, and the $22 2-course + wine lunch special is unbeatable.
Its my favourite Dee Why Beach restaurant, Italian with a difference that never gets boring. Plus some of the best coffee around.
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Response from Management:
Dear Bradinho,
It's always great to hear back from our guests, especially our regulars - many thanks for your patronage.
Sincerely,
Moltofino
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bradinho -
See my reviews 10, 16 December 2009
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1 of 1 people found the following review helpful
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Food 9 |
Ambience 9 |
Service 9 |
Value 8 |
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All eight of us enjoyed lunch here on a Tuesday. The food was excellent and the serves were generous. The service was attentive. I highly recommend this beachside restaurant.
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Response from Management:
Hi Literacy Lunchers,
Thank you for your kind words - we're delighted to hear such positive feedback and hope to see you & your guests again soon!
Sincerely,
Moltofino
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Literacy Lunchers -
See my reviews 1, 01 November 2009
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