Silvas Restaurant - Petersham, New South Wales

Alison G.

Bread was soft, chips were freshly fried, chicken was great, juicy and delicious. The prawns were good but not amazing. The octopus was way too salty, and it got even saltier the more I ate- salty and bitter. Although the steamed potatoes on the side helped balance it a bit, it was still hard to eat. So painful! The skewer was also extremely salty, and even at medium rare, it was a bit tough to chew. The portions were large and the price was reasonable, but these two dishes really weren’t tasty. I’d suggest the restaurant use less salt- it’s not good for health. Service was very good tho.

E

A stalwart of the Petersham restaurant strip that continues to deliver wholesome Portuguese food. Been here a few times and tried the squid, steak, chicken and bacalau dishes all of which have been good. The garlic prawns come out sizzling and have a nice garlic flavour. They also have potatoes in multiple renditions so you should try the round chips for something different to the usual chips. Service is warm, friendly and efficient.

Julz

Affordable family own restaurant. Garlic prawn was really good, the rest we ordered whole chicken with chips and veg rice, skewer, garden salad, octopus and grilled fish for 8 people. Total cost $240. Everything comes in good portions, just the chicken was a bit dry and the grilled fish was a bit too salty in my opinion. It could be just right for others. Staff was very accommodated. Maybe we visit on a Saturday night so it was pretty loud/noisy in a small dining area. We came for family gathering but barely hear others or have to yell when talking. Overall it’s a 3.5 stars experience. (Google can’t do .5 star)

Juliette M. S. F.

This beautiful family owned restaurant opened 2001 by Guida and Osvaldo to be later taken over by their son Brendan, Sister Emily and cousin Steven in 2022.
Our lovely waitress was Kaushi who is a favorite with all the customers, the menu is large and made to share plates because their portion sizes are large but affordable and value for money. They serve the tradition Portuguese food, especially the meat that is served you at the table on a skewer, they also make their own chips, which are crispy and delicious. I have signed him many times and I have never found a fault in their food and service, they have a great selection of wine that is paired with their food, you can dine in or take away, but unfortunately, Uber is not available, but I did speak to the owners and they were considering it because they are very busy so fortunately, they have not needed it.. I recommend you book because they are very busy!

Daniel S.

This would have to be the busiest restaurant ever, always full of people.
My wife and I been here a few times for a Sunday lunch but this time we invited another two couples and they absolutely loved it. The food is amazing and delicious. The service is great. We will definitely continue to come back.
You cannot go wrong with this place.

Elle Y.

I had underestimated the rice. When they brought it over, it looked plain and bland. The rice was moist and flavoursome. The chicken was not dry, and the chips were crispy. The cod dish was great as well. Best to make a booking. I arrived at 5:30pm on Sunday and every table had a reserved sign on it. This was my first visit, definitely won't be my last.

Odi R.

We had a fantastic time celebrating a friend’s birthday here! The food was delicious, with generous portions that left everyone satisfied. It was a bit noisy, so it might not be ideal for a romantic night out, but if you're after authentic Portuguese flavours in the heart of Petersham, this place is a great choice.

Kathir

Embarking on a culinary adventure with my loved ones, we found ourselves at this intriguing restaurant. Here's my take:

Pros:
1. Easy to book a table
2. Good customer service
3. Quick service
4. The food taste was great
5. Reasonable quantity for the price

Cons:
1. As it is a big open hall, so a lot of noise and echoing
2. Parking is difficult in that area
3. Hidden menu expensive