La Panineria is a modern Italian paninoteca in the heart of Sydney’s CBD, serving up loaded schiacciata sandwiches, pizza by the slice, flaky pastries and strong Italian espresso. Tucked into a busy laneway, it brings a slice of Italy to the city — no passport required.

At the centre of the menu is schiacciata, a thin, crispy Tuscan flatbread that takes three days to make and delivers maximum flavour with every bite. It’s the perfect base for classic Italian sandwich fillings like mortadella, prosciutto, fresh mozzarella, and slow-cooked polpette. Each panino is generously layered and packed with the kind of flavour you’d expect from a proper sandwich bar in Florence or Palermo.

The pizza is also made using schiacciata, served by the slice, and ideal for a quick but satisfying CBD lunch. And for those with a sweet tooth, there are rotating pastries including flaky pistachio-stuffed lobster tails and Nutella bomboloni.

Coffee lovers can expect rich, full-bodied Italian espresso that holds its own against the bold food menu. Whether you’re grabbing breakfast or looking for a new on-the-go lunchtime favourite, La Panineria delivers big flavours, fast service, and an authentic Italian vibe — all from the team behind popular Sydney trattoria Tessuto.